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Code: WIZ0005852
Starting: Wednesday 17 December 2025
Location: The Lauries
Partner: Wirral Lifelong Learning
Telephone: 0151 666 3330
Description
Introduction to Counselling Skills
This 3-hour workshop introduces the core skills of counselling such as active listening, empathy, and asking helpful questions. While exploring these tools, you'll understand how they can improve everyday communication and personal growth and discover how studying counselling can build confidence, self-awareness, and emotional resilience.
This session is an ideal starting point for anyone curious about counselling or looking to develop stronger, more supportive relationships in their personal or professional life.
Time and duration
Start Date: 17 December 2025
Start Time: 09:30
Day: Wednesday Morning
First Lesson Duration: 03:00 hrs
Total Weeks: 1
Location
The Lauries
142 Claughton Road
Birkenhead
Wirral
CH41 6EY