Trauma Counselling Courses Ireland: Professional Diploma in Trauma-Informed Therapy

Trauma is one of the most significant factors in psychological distress, and trauma-informed practice is now recognised as essential across counselling, psychotherapy, social work, and healthcare. The Professional Diploma in Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy at ICPS College equips practitioners with the theoretical grounding and clinical skills to work safely and effectively with trauma survivors.

With 170 monthly searches in Ireland for 'trauma therapy' and 320 for 'trauma-informed care', the demand for trained trauma practitioners continues to grow across statutory, voluntary, and private settings.

Programme Overview

The ten-module programme covers the neuroscience of trauma, PTSD and complex PTSD, dissociation, stabilisation approaches, trauma-informed assessment, body-based responses to trauma, the window of tolerance, ethical practice with trauma survivors, and the prevention of vicarious traumatisation. Sixty CPD credits are awarded on completion via live-online Zoom delivery.

Who Should Attend?

This diploma is appropriate for practising counsellors and psychotherapists, clinical and community nurses, social workers, psychologists, and anyone in a direct support role with clients who have experienced trauma. Some prior professional therapeutic training is expected.

Related Programmes

For a deeper focus on the theoretical dimension of trauma, ICPS College also offers the Professional Diploma in Traumatology. Other relevant programmes include the Professional Diploma in Child Counselling and the Professional Diploma in Bereavement Counselling, both available live online.

Visit the Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy course page for full programme details, fees, and upcoming cohort dates.