Certificate Programs
Counselling Skills and Client Relations
Mental Health and Addictions

Therapeutic Modalities Certificate Program

Counsellors benefit from understanding a range of therapeutic approaches. This certificate program introduces key modalities and practical strategies to strengthen helping skills.

Available for Private Delivery
Certificate Included

Build Skills Across Therapeutic Modalities

As a counsellor or helper, it’s no question that you care about people – but your role in your client’s lives is often marked by time constraints and limited resources. That is why it’s crucial to focus on developing meaningful goals and achieving practical changes in a way that benefits you and those you support.

This five-day certificate program provides an integrative approach to a variety of counselling modalities, so you can make significant impacts on the people you support.

You’ll learn the tenets of solution-focused therapy (SFT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and narrative therapy, along with practical ways to apply them in your practice.

We’ve chosen these frameworks because they provide a strong foundation for supporting diverse populations and age groups. But one important thread that will maximize your helping potential is the art of balancing curiosity and discernment, so you can ask more effective and transformative questions. Together, these counselling techniques offer a comprehensive, practical toolkit that you can use to encourage meaningful, lasting change in your clients

Certificate Program Workshops

Learning Objectives

Implement skills for asking more effective questions
Demonstrate steps to balance relationship-building with goal-setting
Explain strategies for matching the counselling process to client motivation
Understand the differences between DBT and CBT, including who each modality benefits
Explain and use skills from DBT, SFT, CBT, and narrative therapy
Identify issues that shape a person’s identity and story
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Training options built for real-world needs.

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Private Training

Personalized training solutions for your team.

$17,500
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5 days
Bring a facilitator to your team – onsite or virtual
Personalize content to your context and priorities
Focus on your real challenges and scenarios
Engage in interactive discussion and practical application
Align your team around shared language and approaches
Build skills that translate directly into day-to-day work

What You'll Learn

Walk away with the knowledge and tools to make a meaningful difference. The objectives below outline what you'll be equipped to do after completing this training.

Therapy Foundations

Learn core counselling models.

Compare Modalities

Understand differences and uses.

Apply Practical Strategies

Use techniques across approaches.

Build Flexible Skills

Adapt to client needs.

Strengthen Relationships

Enhance the therapeutic alliance.

Ongoing Development

Create a personal learning plan.

Our Approach

Grounded in research, practical application, and real‑world experience.

Accessible

Clear, approachable learning without unnecessary jargon.

Applicable

Content designed for real‑world challenges and opportunities.

Engaging

Facilitators bring content to life through stories and examples.

Practical

Skills and tools designed for everyday use in your setting.

What People Are Saying

Insights from our participants.

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It's not always easy to facilitate a six-hour session, but it flew by. Perfectly timed, packed with useful, relevant information, curated to address the unique needs of our group."

K. Decle

University of British Columbia, Office of Student Academic Services

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This was one of the best trainings our organization has had. Staff were so engaged and came away energized and excited rather than tired and drained."

T. Etienne

Portal Youth Outreach Association

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CTRI is a great source for learning. They were easy to work with and our facilitator presented in an engaging and interactive way that kept people interested and attentive."

J. Grimes

Optimism Place Women's Shelter and Support Services

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the training.

This training is for:

Mental health professionals
Social services and community‑based professionals
First responders and emergency services
Health care workers and support staff
School and post‑secondary personnel
Leaders, managers, and supervisors
Human resources and people operations teams
Employees in corporate or business settings
Anyone working in people‑centred or support roles

What is included in this certificate program?

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This program integrates CTRI workshops on major therapeutic modalities, building practical counselling skills that can be applied flexibly across different client needs and contexts.

Who is this certificate program for?

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This program is designed for counsellors, social workers, and helping professionals who want to develop a broad, adaptable therapeutic toolkit.

What modalities are covered?

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The program draws on approaches including CBT, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, DBT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and body-oriented counselling. Contact CTRI for current program details.

Can I take individual workshops separately?

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Yes. Many workshops in this program are available individually. Contact CTRI to discuss which combination best fits your learning goals.

Are continuing education credits available?

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Contact CTRI directly for information on continuing education credits and accreditation for this program.

Can my organization enroll a team in this certificate program?

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Yes. CTRI can arrange private delivery of certificate programs for counselling teams and organizations. Contact us to discuss options.

Strengthen Your Counselling Toolkit

Build practical skills across multiple therapy approaches through this integrated certificate program. View details or contact CTRI to get started.

Available for Private Delivery

Certificate Included

Private Training

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We can deliver any of our training for your group, on your schedule.

How it works

  • Step 1 — Contact us to discuss your needs and choose a topic.
  • Step 2 — Talk pricing, and we'll work out a detailed proposal.
  • Step 3 — Confirm the details such as the facilitator and training date.

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