
(Registered under the Ministry of MSME, Govt of India)
Reg No: UDYAM-TN-24-0132020
Hybrid Counselling & Psychotherapy Training (Batch 3)
June 30 – July 25, 2025 (Phase 1)
August – October 2025 (Phase 2)
A Holistic, Skill-Based Program for Mental Health Enthusiasts & Professionals
Offered by ATMANAM | Facilitated by S. M. P. Staney, M.Sc., M.P.C., R.M.P
Senior Counsellor & Psychotherapist | 18+ Years of Clinical Experience
🔍 Course Overview
The ATMANAM Internship Program in Counselling and Psychotherapy provides a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience for aspiring counselors, psychologists, and psychotherapists. With a blend of in-depth theoretical knowledge and practical application, the program equips participants with the skills necessary to start a successful career in therapy.
The course comprises approximately 180 hours, including:
- 120 Hours of Live & Practical Training
- 20 Hours of Fieldwork and Casework
- 30 Hours of Supervised Practice
💡 Key Highlights
- Total Duration: 180 hours
- Fieldwork and Case Work: 20 hours (to be completed within one month of Phase 2)
- Supervised Practice & Live Case Demonstrations: 30 hours per module
- Case Conceptualization Training
- 6 Case Reports to be submitted via email between modules
- One personal online colloquium with course leader at the start of each Phase 2 module
- Final Online Evaluation before certification
🔷 PHASE 1 – ONLINE TRAINING
🗓️ June 30 – July 25, 2025
🖥️ Live Zoom Sessions | Mon–Fri | 7:00–8:15 PM
⏱️ 30 Hours | 4 Weeks
This foundational phase builds core therapeutic skills and frameworks.
👉 Can be taken independently. Ideal for those seeking online certification only.
✅ Modules & Focus Areas
🧠 Module 1: Counselling Skills & Case Conceptualization (June 30 – July 4)
- Welcoming & Attending Skills
- Non-verbal Communication
- Client Engagement
- EISPU FOUNDATION
- Intake History, MSE
- Reframing & Diagnosing Skills
🧠 Module 2: Psychotherapy Approaches (July 7 – 11)
- Focusing, Gestalt, Exposure Therapy
- Anchoring & Cognitive Structuring
- VKD Model, Systematic Desensitization
- Couple Counselling Introduction
📅 Module 3: Advanced Counselling – Diagnosis & Intervention (July 14 – 18)
- Assessing & Diagnosing Emotional and Relational Issues
- Practical Intervention Planning
- Multimodal Integration for Diverse Client Needs
- Practice with Role-Plays and Supervision
🧠 Module 4: Cognitive Therapies – CBT & REBT (July 21 – 25)
- REBT: ABC Model, Disputation, Irrational Beliefs
- CBT: Beliefs, Distortions, NATs
- Cognitive Restructuring
- Comparative Analysis of CBT & REBT
📜 E-Certificate Provided for those who do only Online (Phase 1)
🔷 PHASE 2 – RESIDENTIAL PRACTICUM
📍 Venue: Nava Spoorthi Kendra, Bangalore, Karnataka – 560084
🗓️ One Weekend Per Month | August – October 2025
🧠 In-Person Intensive Training with Supervised Practice & Peer Engagement
📅 August 8–10 | Module 1: Cognitive Therapies – CBT & REBT
- Practical mastery of REBT & CBT techniques
- Live demonstrations of ABC model, Disputation, and Restructuring
- Peer case simulations and diagnostic practice
📅 September 26–28 | Module 2: Advanced Counselling Skills
- Diagnostic interviewing and therapeutic presence
- Deep-dive into MSE, case formulation, and reframing
- Real-case roleplays with feedback
📅 October 10–12 | Module 3: Integrative Psychotherapy Approaches
- Gestalt, Exposure, Focusing, and Multimodal Integration
- Techniques like Anchoring, Systematic Desensitization, and VKD
- Practice in Couple Counselling and therapy planning
Includes:
- Live Therapy Demonstrations
- Case Supervision and Clinical Feedback
- Peer Practice with Guided Mentorship
📌 Requirements:
- Submit 6 Case Reports
- Attend 1 Online Colloquium per Module
- Participate in Final Evaluation for Certification
📜 Certification awarded upon successful completion of both phases.
🎯 Who Should Join?
- Students of Psychology & Social Work
- Aspiring Counsellors, Therapists
- HR Professionals, Teachers, Coaches
- Anyone Passionate About Mental Health
💰 Fee Details
🔹 Phase 1 (ONLINE | June 30 – July 25, 2025)
- General: ₹7,999/-
- Student Rate: ₹5,999/-
(Payable in two instalments: June 15 & June 30)
🔹 Phase 2 (RESIDENTIAL | Aug–Oct 2025)
- General: ₹7 999/- per module
- Student Rate: ₹6500/- per module
(Includes training materials & meals)
🏠 Accommodation on request:
- Single Room: ₹1,000/day
- Shared Room: ₹800/day
- Dormitory: ₹700/day
(All include meals & refreshments)
📲 LIMITED SEATS – REGISTER NOW!
📧 Email: smpstaney@atmanam.org
📞 Call: +91 94877 65882
🌐 Website: www.atmanam.org
Phase 1: ₹7,999
Student Fee: ₹5,999
Phase 2: ₹6,999
Student Fee: ₹5,999 per module
Includes: Certificate, Lunch & Refreshments
