May 1, 2024: A transformative free foundational counselling course, designed to empower individuals to become Peer Counsellors and staunch advocates for mental well-being within their communities was launched in Hyderabad today. This unique initiative is a collaboration between Global Welfare Foundation, Mudita Tribe Foundation and Rama Naidu Film School, which is offered at no cost.
This program is facilitated by the Person-to-Person Institute of Christian Counselling, 56 students have registered for this week-long foundation course starting from today till 6th May 2024 will be conducted at the Rama Naidu Film School.
The course has been created in response to the heightened global challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, and to meet the demand to access counselling services that has become more critical than ever, today. The Foundational Course in counselling addresses this pressing need by offering comprehensive training to equip participants with the requisite skills and knowledge to support individuals in navigating life’s challenges, fostering resilience, and promoting positive mental health.
“With India’s population reaching approximately 1.4 billion, the demand for trained and qualified counsellors across various sectors is significantly high,” says Srinivasan Lingeswaran of the Global Welfare Foundation. “This initiative not only addresses this demand but also reaffirms our commitment to holistic welfare by prioritizing mental health advocacy.”
Mental Well Being Advocacy and Counselling an unmet demand
The Mudita Tribe Foundation, led by Miheeka Daggubati, is widely acclaimed for disproving misconceptions about mental health, and reducing stigma surrounding mental well-being, while advocating for its critical importance.
“Our partnership with Global Welfare Foundation and Rama Naidu Film School signifies a shared dedication to holistic welfare,” said, Miheeka Daggubati, Founder, Mudita. “By offering this opportunity, at no-cost, we aim to empower individuals to champion mental well-being within their communities.” She added.
The counselling program is supported by Rama Naidu Film School, trusted for its enduring dedication to community welfare and endorsement of innovative educational initiatives. “The Foundational Course in peer counselling is a significant step forward to make a far-reaching impact not only in the city but also across the nation, fostering a culture of empathy, support, and toughness in the face of adversity.” D. Suresh Babu, Chairman of Rama Naidu Film School, commented.
Adding immense value to the course, Dr. Varudhini Kankipati and practicing psychologist Shalini Gianchandani, founders of Inner Connect, will serve as guest speakers. Both renowned psychologists bring deep expertise in counselling and mental health, enriching the learning experience for all attendees.
Participants in the Foundational Course in Counselling will acquire invaluable insights and practical techniques in a structured manner to tackle mental health challenges, nurturing a culture of empathy, understanding, and support within their communities.
The curriculum of the Free Foundational Counselling Course covers a wide range of crucial topics essential for effective counselling
- Introduction to counselling
- Attitudes of a counsellor
- Counselling skills and temperamental analysis
- Rejection and acceptance
- Psychological approaches to counselling
- Counselling and healing
- Mood disorders
- Transactional analysis
- Theory of personality
- Personal needs & personal problems
- Crisis counselling
- Ethics in counselling
- Appropriate sources of support
- Growth groups
- Grief counselling
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