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Aloe CPD Training Hub
Professional, Affordable, Accessible CPD for Counsellors, Psychotherapists & Coaches
Welcome to Aloe CPD Training Hub
Supporting the growth of counsellors, psychotherapists, coaches, and
therapeutic practitioners across the world.
At Aloe CPD Training Hub, we believe that continuing professional development should be grounded in real-world relevance, relational depth, and ethical excellence. We are proud to offer a wide range of high-quality CPD courses tailored for counsellors, psychotherapists, therapeutic coaches, and mental health practitioners seeking to deepen their knowledge, strengthen their practice, and meet the evolving needs of clients today.
Our courses are designed and delivered by experienced, practicing therapists who bring not only clinical knowledge, but lived experience, cultural sensitivity, and frontline understanding of the work.
At Aloe CPD Training Hub, we believe that continuing professional development should be grounded in real-world relevance, relational depth, and ethical excellence. We are proud to offer a wide range of high-quality CPD courses tailored for counsellors, psychotherapists, therapeutic coaches, and mental health practitioners seeking to deepen their knowledge, strengthen their practice, and meet the evolving needs of clients today.
Our courses are designed and delivered by experienced, practicing therapists who bring not only clinical knowledge, but lived experience, cultural sensitivity, and frontline understanding of the work.
A Powerful Partnership in Counselling Training
Accelerated, high-quality CPD programmes.
Why Aloe? Why Now?
In an ever-changing world where mental health, relationships, identity, trauma, and cultural shifts are constantly evolving practitioners need training that is current, courageous, and culturally attuned. At Aloe CPD Training Hub, we don’t just teach theory; we explore what it means to work ethically and relationally today.
Our CPD training is:
Rooted in contemporary practice, drawing from current research, lived experience, and clinical examples.
Relatable and applicable, offering tools, theory, and insights that make sense in the therapy room.
Relationally focused, recognising that all therapeutic work whether individual, couple, or group is ultimately about human connection.
We value intersectionality, inclusivity, and systemic thinking, helping practitioners make sense of how culture, class, gender, sexuality, neurodiversity, trauma, and power show up in therapy.
In an ever-changing world where mental health, relationships, identity, trauma, and cultural shifts are constantly evolving practitioners need training that is current, courageous, and culturally attuned. At Aloe CPD Training Hub, we don’t just teach theory; we explore what it means to work ethically and relationally today.
Our CPD training is:
Rooted in contemporary practice, drawing from current research, lived experience, and clinical examples.
Relatable and applicable, offering tools, theory, and insights that make sense in the therapy room.
Relationally focused, recognising that all therapeutic work whether individual, couple, or group is ultimately about human connection.
We value intersectionality, inclusivity, and systemic thinking, helping practitioners make sense of how culture, class, gender, sexuality, neurodiversity, trauma, and power show up in therapy.
Our Motto: “Real Practice. Real Growth.”
We are committed to providing CPD that does more than tick boxes. Our
training challenges practitioners to reflect, grow, and integrate new ideas with integrity and care.
Whether you're working with:
Relationships in crisis
Cross-cultural couples
Grief and loss
Children and young people
Gender identity
Or sexuality and intimacy…
You’ll find accessible, evidence-informed, and ethically sound training that reflects both clinical rigour and human complexity.
Whether you're working with:
Relationships in crisis
Cross-cultural couples
Grief and loss
Children and young people
Gender identity
Or sexuality and intimacy…
You’ll find accessible, evidence-informed, and ethically sound training that reflects both clinical rigour and human complexity.
Our Aims
To offer CPD that is responsive to the world we live in now, not just
traditional models of the past.
To deliver relevant and diverse training that equips therapists to work with real people in real-life scenarios.
To ensure all training is created and delivered by qualified, experienced counsellors and psychotherapists with lived and clinical experience.
To promote relational thinking across all modalities, helping practitioners work with the whole person not just symptoms or labels.
To support the ongoing development and confidence of professionals worldwide, whether newly qualified or deeply experienced.
To deliver relevant and diverse training that equips therapists to work with real people in real-life scenarios.
To ensure all training is created and delivered by qualified, experienced counsellors and psychotherapists with lived and clinical experience.
To promote relational thinking across all modalities, helping practitioners work with the whole person not just symptoms or labels.
To support the ongoing development and confidence of professionals worldwide, whether newly qualified or deeply experienced.
Who We Support
We proudly serve:
Trainee counsellors and psychotherapists looking to expand their skills.
Qualified therapists seeking CPD that challenges, inspires, and supports accreditation requirements.
Supervisors and coaching professionals wishing to engage in relational, ethical, and applied learning.
International practitioners who want accessible, UK-based training with global relevance.
Trainee counsellors and psychotherapists looking to expand their skills.
Qualified therapists seeking CPD that challenges, inspires, and supports accreditation requirements.
Supervisors and coaching professionals wishing to engage in relational, ethical, and applied learning.
International practitioners who want accessible, UK-based training with global relevance.
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.
Dan Taylor
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"Hi I'm Dan. I have always had an interest in teaching and training. In my previous career I supported students on their nursing placements, teaching and assisting them with skills and competencies throughout their time with me. These skills and experience I have brought to Aloe counselling training. I teach both the Level 2 and Level 3 courses, sharing my knowledge and supporting the counsellors of tomorrow.When the opportunity for CPD courses came up, I jumped at it. I had already decided my counselling practice would focus upon people affected by long term health conditions, their carers, and the staff helping them. I therefore thought I had a wealth of experience and knowledge I could train others on. As our population gets older, health will affect us and our loved ones more. That is why I have decided to focus more upon these topics in my CPD courses. I want to share knowledge but also help fellow counsellors to better support their clients with knowledge"
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.”
“My favourite thing about the course is the learning that takes place that increases our self-awareness. There is a warm, supportive and nurturing environment between tutors and peers which provides a base to challenge ourselves and meet the demands of the course. I always feel supported by the tutors and able to ask for extra support where I need it”