Counseling Skills Foundation: Unlock Your Helping Potential
Get ready to learn from a leading mind in psychology. Faysal Ahmed Rafi, the Founder and Chief Psychologist at Mindwizz, With over a decade of hands-on experience, Faysal brings a wealth of practical knowledge to the table. His strong academic background includes an MSc and BSc in Psychology from Dhaka University.
Beyond his work, Faysal is a dedicated Mental Health Consultant and a specialist in designing Psychosocial Support and Gender-Inclusive Mental Health Programs. He's actively involved in implementing SDG 3 (Good Health & Well-being), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), showcasing his commitment to broader societal well-being. Under his guidance, you won't just learn theories; you'll gain actionable strategies and practical understanding that you can immediately apply to your professional and personal life.
What You Will Gain
Vast knowledge of core psychological principles relevant to counseling
Hands-on mastery of essential counseling skills including empathy, rapport-building, and communication
A guided roadmap for becoming a professional therapist or counselor
A certificate upon successful completion of the course
Access to expert-led supervision for guidance, feedback, and scenario discussions
Opportunity to qualify for an internship based on course performance
Training Format
48 hours total offline class
12 participants per batch only
Practice demonstrations, discussion forums, supervision sessions, and certification assessment included
About the Training
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey into the world of mental health and human connection? Do you aspire to help others and understand the complexities of the mind? Our 'Counseling Skills Foundation' course is designed specifically for you! Whether you're beginning a career in psychology or simply want to enhance your communication and empathy, this course will give you the practical skills and theoretical insights needed to make a difference.
Training Syllabus
Unit 1: Introduction to Counseling and Psychology
Class 1: Understanding the Counseling Relationship
Class 2: Psychological Foundations for Counseling
Unit 2: Core Counseling Skills
Class 3: Empathy and Active Listening
Class 4: Building Rapport and Trust
Unit 3: Core Counseling Skills II
Class 5: Questioning and Reflecting
Class 6: Ethical Practice and Boundaries
Unit 4: Counseling Approaches and Application
Class 7: Introduction to Therapeutic Models
Class 8: Suicide Prevention and Trauma Management
Unit 5: Mental Health and Social Context
Class 9: Understanding Diversity among People
Class 10: Systems Thinking and Social Well-being
Unit 6: Practice, Feedback, and Growth
Class 11: Roleplay and Supervision
Class 12: Professional Pathways and Certification
Notes -
Note 1: Assessment for Each Unit
Note 2: Homework and Practices Will Be Given
Note 3: Reference Book and Resources Will be Shared
Note 4: Learning Sessions will be Discussion Based

Faysal Ahmed Rafi
Chief Psychologist, MSc in Educational Psychology (DU), BSc in Psychology (DU) Specially trained on: CBT, TA, Suicide prevention, NVC, Trauma management
Our Vision
A world where mental health support is available, accessible, and stigma-free for all.
Our Mission
To break down barriers to mental health care through education, innovative technology, and inclusive community support.
