Couples Counselling 

A 2 day intensive CPD in Counselling couples

Zoom class

You must be either a trainee Counsellor , minimum L4 or a qualified counsellor/psychotherapist to access this training.

Professional 2 – Day CPD Couple Counselling Course

 

This intensive 2-day CPD Couple Counselling Course equips therapists, counsellors and mental-health professionals with practical tools to work confidently with couples.
The training includes:

  • Evidence-based approaches such as systemic work and Sakoon framework

  • Faith-sensitive guidance for working with Muslim couples

  • Insights & Research in couples today and what these findings mean for us as Therapists

  • Practical interventions you can apply immediately in your practice

The course  is delivered by Ayesha Aslam a key leading expert in Systemic and Couple Counselling, blends demonstrations and interactive sessions to support both Muslim and non-Muslim practitioners.

Who Will Benefit From This Training

Faith-Based Practitioners

Ideal for Muslim therapists or Islamic counsellors seeking faith-sensitive interventions.

Trainee Therapists

Build confidence in working with two clients in conflict or distress.

Qualified Counsellors

Expand your skillset with structured and effective couple therapy techniques.

Coaches & Mediators

Strengthen your communication and conflict-resolution toolkit.

What you will Learn

What you will Learn during the Training
  • Foundations of relationship dynamics and attachment needs

  • Techniques from systemic approaches, and The Sakoon Framework

  • Islamic perspectives on marriage, responsibility and communication

  • How to structure a couple session safely and effectively

  • Working with high-conflict couples

  • Managing blame, withdrawal and criticism

  • Assessment frameworks for couple history and patterns

  • Ethics, boundaries and cultural competence when working with Muslim families

Informed – Islamic module in Counselling Couples

This optional component supports practitioners who work with Muslim clients and want to integrate

  • Islamic values around marriage, partnership and mutual mercy (rahmah)

  • Faith-sensitive communication strategies

  • Understanding of family roles within an Islamic worldview

  • Culturally respectful boundary-setting

  • Working with differences in religious practice or expectations

This is delivered in a balanced, non-judgemental and inclusive way.

2 – Day Course Schedule

Day 1 - Foundations of Couple Work
  • Insights & Research  – What the Numbers Tell Us

  • Marriage Then & Now- Tradition, Modernity and Myths

  • Structured dialogue and communication tools

  • Islamic considerations in relationship dynamics (optional)

  • Gender Differences & Emotional Needs

Day 2 - Practice Interventions
  • Islamic values around marriage, partnership and mutual mercy (rahmah)
  • Faith-sensitive communication strategies
  • Understanding of family roles within an Islamic worldview
  • Culturally respectful boundary-settings
  • Working with difference in religious practice or expectations
  • Handbook provided
Course Fee & Booking Information

The total fee for the 2-day CPD Couple Counselling Course is £295

For Sakoon Learners the cost is £245.00

Spaces are strictly limited to maintain a high-quality learning environment.

Accreditation & CPD Certificate
  • 9 CPD hours across two days

  • Certificate issued on completion

  • Suitable for portfolios, accreditation and professional development

FAQ’s

Is this course suitable for Muslim and non Muslim Therapists ?

Yes — We offer an Islamic-informed component for practitioners working with Muslim couples.

Do I need experience working with couples?

No. The course is suitable for beginners and experienced therapists.

Do you cover Islamic relationship principles?

Yes, respectfully and inclusively, focusing on compassion, communication and shared responsibility.

Will I be able to apply these skills immediately?

Yes — the training includes supervised practical sessions.

Course Dates and Times

  • 17th and 18th  January 2026. 10am – 3pm
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  •  7th   and 8th  May 2026. 10am – 3pm
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  • 1st , 8th , 15th ,22nd October 2026. 6pm – 9pm