Mindfulness & Counselling Skills Joint Course Mindfulness is a philosophy & state of mind derived from Buddhist faith, but applicable to both multi-faith & non-faith therapy work. It is being used extensively in private & state provided therapy services as an appropriate way of addressing emotional issues & assisting in the management of long term conditions. This course provides personal reflection & professional techniques using mindfulness, & relates them closely to the National Occupational Standards for Healing. Further core knowledge lessons provide a sound training in Counselling Skills, including discussion of the revised Counselling National Occupational Standards. The counselling models discussed include humanistic, psychodynamic, gestalt & basic CBT along with crucial counselling skills. This course is recognised for professional membership of the Society for Holistic Therapists & Coaches.