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Aloe CPD Training Hub
Professional, Affordable, Accessible CPD for Counsellors, Psychotherapists & Coaches
Welcome to Aloe CPD Training Hub a fresh new learning space created to support your growth as a helping professional. Whether you're newly qualified or well-established, our CPD courses are designed to be practical, engaging, and accessible.
We offer a flexible mix of on-demand online CPD, as well as live courses via Zoom and in-person training events, so you can choose what works best for your learning style and schedule.
All our courses are hosted on a dedicated, user-friendly learning platform and include downloadable PDFs, PowerPoint presentations, audio, video content, and quizzes.
We're committed to high-quality, low-hassle training that fits around your life – and your budget.
Click the Courses tab above to browse our CPD library or use the Search tool to find a specific topic.
A Powerful Partnership in Counselling Training
Accelerated, high-quality CPD programmes.
We’re excited to announce a partnership between Aloe Counselling Training and The Counselling Academy. Together, we’re offering accelerated, high-quality CPD programmes designed to support counsellors at every stage of their journey. Our shared mission is to provide flexible, focused training without compromising on depth or professional standards.
Our first joint offering
An Accelerated Supervision Training Programme that allows you to become a qualified supervisor in just 2 months – compared to the typical 30-week commitment.
This blended course combines comprehensive online learning with a powerful 3-day residential immersion at the beautiful Denmark House in Kent. It’s tailored specifically for qualified counsellors who are ready to step into supervisory roles efficiently, without compromising on depth, ethics, or reflective practice.
Limited places available – enrol now to secure your spot:
https://courses.thecounsellingacademy.com/courses/supervision
Tutors
Shirley Marais
Seasoned CPCAB Tutor
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Shirley is a passionate educator and seasoned CPCAB tutor, dedicated to shaping the next generation of counsellors through her work at Aloe Counselling Training Centre for Counselling Studies. She teaches accredited courses at Levels 2, 3, and 4, ensuring aspiring professionals gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the field. Shirley is deeply committed to providing a rich, comprehensive education that fosters growth and confidence in emerging therapists.
Beyond her formal teaching, Shirley is passionate about designing and delivering CPD courses that equip and support counsellors and coaches in practice. She develops engaging and practical learning experiences, empowering professionals to continually refine their skills, expand their therapeutic approaches, and stay at the forefront of the evolving field.
In addition to her work in education, Shirley is a dedicated psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, and lecturer, specialising in relationship therapy. She integrates Person-Centred theory as her foundation while incorporating various therapeutic modalities, including Psychodynamic, Transactional Analysis (TA), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy, to provide tailored care for individuals and couples.
As a Registered Member of both the NCPS and BACP, Shirley upholds the highest standards in her practice. She runs her own private practice, offering a safe and compassionate space for clients to explore and overcome life’s challenges. Combining expertise with empathy, she supports people in navigating their unique personal journeys while empowering future and current therapists to do the same.
Student Feedback
“I would say that best thing about the course is being taught by very knowledgeable and genuinely empathic tutors, with almost every comment, idea or suggestion feeling valued. Additionally, my peer group is another favourite aspect, as they are incredibly supportive and a pleasure to be on the journey with.”
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