A CPCAB-accredited, Ofqual-regulated qualification for practising counsellors who want to specialise in therapeutic work with children and young people. Delivered by Circle Therapy in association with Langley Therapy.
We would love to hear from you. Get in touch to register your interest and we will be in touch within two working days to discuss your application. An interview is required before a place is confirmed.
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Two established therapy and training organisations delivering a CPCAB-accredited, Ofqual-regulated qualification in child counselling.
Founded by Gayle Hammill, Circle Therapy supports children, adults, couples and families. As a leading provider of child therapy in Herts, Beds and Bucks, Circle is commissioned by schools, social services and local councils. Post-qualification, graduates may have the opportunity to join the Circle team.
Founded in 2008 by Caroline Nicholas, Langley began within the NHS before building a successful private practice. Since 2016, Langley has delivered CPCAB-accredited courses in counselling and psychotherapy across Levels 1 to 7. The course is delivered at their Soulbury venue.
As an active practice we are on the ground every day supporting children in schools. Our tutors bring lived, current experience to this qualification. We don't just teach it. We do it. CPCAB qualifications are tried, tested and regulated by Ofqual in England.
Registered psychotherapeutic counsellor for 12 years, working therapeutically with children since 2015. Clinical lead at Circle Therapy since 2013, commissioned by schools, social services and local councils. Clinical supervisor for the charity Strongmen and a group supervisor for Langley Therapy Training. Regular BBC Radio resident expert.
✉ [email protected]Registered Integrative counsellor since 2016 and part of the Circle team since 2018. Holds a Level 5 qualification in children and young people counselling. Specialisms include counselling for loss and bereavement and children with neurodivergent presentations. Group supervisor for Circle Therapy, supporting Diploma students on placement.
136 guided learning hours across 7 mandatory units. An integrative approach underpinned by attachment theory, child development and a biopsychosocial model — drawing on Bowlby, Erikson, Winnicott and developmental trauma.
For full details of unit content and assessment criteria, please email the team with any questions.
Minimum Level 4 Diploma in Counselling. Interview required. Current DBS check. Two professional references.
85% attendance required. Monthly weekend format: Friday to Sunday, 10:00–17:00.
Approximately 5 hours per week alongside teaching weekends.
Minimum 1.5 hours per month with a supervisor experienced in child counselling.
70 hours face-to-face, one-to-one counselling in a junior school or appropriate setting.
Email us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to answer any questions about course requirements before you apply.
Monthly weekend format (Friday–Sunday, 10:00–17:00) at Langley Training, 2 Liscombe Business Park, Soulbury LU7 0JL. For guidance only.
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Friday–Sunday · Langley Training, Soulbury · Case Presentations begin: Sat 15 May
Friday–Sunday · Langley Training, Soulbury · Portfolio deadline: Thu 11 Jun
All weekends run 10:00–17:00. For full module content and topics, please email us with any questions.
All work submitted with a Criteria Assessment Sheet. 38 total criteria, each evidenced twice — 76 pieces of evidence across 7 units. Keep electronic backups of everything.
For full assessment details, please email the team with any questions.
We're here for you — no question is ever a silly question. Get in touch before applying if you'd like a conversation first.
Includes your CPCAB certification
£500 deposit secures your place
Monthly instalments available from August 2026
Langley Training
2 Liscombe Business Park
Soulbury LU7 0JL
Applications close 30 June 2026. Places are strictly limited. We recommend applying early.