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Training and CPD
“Very interesting and insightful course! Rachel did a fantastic job on delivering the material, and it was great to incorporate skills in practice sessions. Highly recommend to anyone who is thinking about working with couples in the future.”
Our Fees and Training Philosophy
As a CIC, we are a not-for-profit organisation and wish to offer training at affordable rates. Our courses are priced below usual market rates and are delivered in-person in Colwyn Bay in a beautiful location. Low cost doesn't mean low quality and any excess is used to develop our services. We believe in paying our trainers a fair rate for their time, material, and energy in delivering their subject. ​Our courses are priced at an affordable rate and are excellent value for your money. We offer student rates too.
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We also believe that there is increased learning being around other practitioners - it's an opportunity to connect and share experience. ​Our trainers are highly qualified therapists with years of clinical experience in their field.​
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Autumnal
Avenues...
November/December (date to be confirmed), 2025
Working with Bereaved Parents and Siblings
with Dr Cathy McQuaid
Join us with Dr Cathy McQuaid, author of Bereaved Parents and Siblings, for a CPD day working with grief and loss, using new theory, as well as hearing real life examples of grief and meaning making following the death of a child.
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This is an opportunity to learn from a leading grief trainer and facilitator and develop your understanding of a relatively unexplored aspect of grief.
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Cost: £125 including signed copy of Dr McQuaid's book, pdf resources and a certificate
or £105 for pdf resources and a certificate
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In-person at Penrhos Manor.
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Our Courses
Introduction to Integrative Counselling
Rewind Training
New Beginnings...
Our Courses
Diploma in Supervision
Foundation in TA
Certificate in Feminist Therapy
Waves of Change...
July, 2026
TA101: Transactional Analysis with a Psychoanalytic Lens
Our exciting new two-day course introduces core TA concepts, such as transactions, ego states, games, psychological hungers, time structuring and lots more!
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A course handbook (pdf) will be provided and a certificate will be awarded upon successful completion.
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The cost of the course is £145.
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Plus attendees will have the option to continue on to our year long Certificate in Transactional Psychoanalysis starting in October.
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In-person at Penrhos Manor.
July, 2026
Incel Ideology in Therapy
Incel ideology is a challenging topic to contend with in therapy. How can we work with disenfranchised young men and boys, whilst honouring their autonomy and choice?
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This course was delivered two years ago and has been updated to account for recent developments and publicity.
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This one day course explores research and theory, as well as real life case examples, and practical tools and resources to equip practitioners to work in this area.
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The trainer for this event wrote "Don't Steal My Future" for RASASC (North Wales) in 2022/23 as well as a version for primary school children in 2024. This programme has been delivered throughout North Wales and covers gender issues and sexual violence.
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Cost: £85/Student rate £65
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Pdf resources and a certificate supplied.
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In-person at Penrhos Manor.
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August, 2026
Working with Couples
Enrol in our three-day course tailored for practitioners interested in working with couples.
This in-depth program encompasses theoretical frameworks, practical work, and discussions on common challenges encountered in couples therapy.
Enhance your expertise and broaden your practice with the knowledge and skills acquired during this event.
Reserve your place now and advance your professional development.
Course fee £325.
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In-person at Penrhos Manor.
August, 2026
Working with Life Limiting or Life Changing Illness
Join us for this new course designed for both students and qualified practitioners, focusing on the psychological and emotional challenges faced by individuals dealing with life-limiting or life-changing illnesses.
This vital training opportunity will equip you with the knowledge and skills to provide compassionate support and effective coping strategies. Engage in insightful discussions and practical exercises that prepare you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those navigating these difficult experiences.
Don't miss the chance to enhance your professional development while deepening your understanding of this important topic.
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£80/Students £65
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In-person at Penrhos Manor.
Cancellation Policy: All course fees are non-refundable, the only exception is when Thrive Counselling CIC cancels the course. We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, and we encourage participants to consider their availability enrolling.
Thank you for your understanding and support.