The Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy is a trusted training programme where you'll learn the SST mindset, gain a thorough grounding in the approach, and learn to make a difference in your client's lives in a single session.
And it's Your Job to Help Them Achieve their Therapeutic Goals.
Whether you're a seasoned therapist or new to the field, here's the reality:
Now more than ever, providing effective therapy in a condensed timeframe is an essential skill in your professional toolkit.
However, like many therapists before they enrolled in the Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy, you may find it challenging to deliver impactful therapy in a single session or you don't know where to begin.
If that's the case — the Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy is the compass you need to achieve results and revolutionise your practice.
Are you ready to gain a skill set in your practice that's proven to deliver powerful outcomes, increases your efficiency, and develop a good working alliance with your clients in a single session?
By the End of This Programme, You'll Have Mastered:
Principles & Practices of SST
Develop a comprehensive understanding of Single-Session Therapy principles, methods, and techniques for effective, goal-oriented therapy in a condensed timeframe.
Application of SST Techniques
Learn to apply Single-Session Therapy (SST) techniques skillfully and confidently, empowering clients towards positive change in brief therapeutic interactions.
Management of risk in SST sessions.
Learn to navigate potential risks and ensure client safety in Single-Session Therapy (SST) sessions, implementing appropriate interventions for effective risk management.
Enhancing Client Outcomes
Enhance client outcomes by harnessing the power of Single-Session Therapy (SST), utilising tailored approaches and interventions to maximise therapeutic impact in each session.
Private Practice & Organisations
Explore the effective implementation of Single-Session Therapy (SST) in private practice and organisational settings, tailoring the approach to meet diverse client needs and organisational requirements.
Above All Else...
The Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy will provide you with a deep understanding of Single-Session Therapy, practical experience, and supervision in its application, as well as an evaluation of your competence to deliver effective SST. These components will equip you with the confidence and skillset necessary to transform your therapeutic practice.
The Primary Certificate in SST WIll Transform Your Practise
What's Inside the Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy
Module 1
An Overview of the Principles and Practise of SST
In the first module of the "Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy" course, participants will learn the basics of Single-Session Therapy (SST), compare it with other therapy delivery, and gain practical insights through a live demonstration and interactive discussion led by the facilitator, Windy Dryden.
Module 2
Understanding the Context of SST and Making Agreements with the Client
In the second week of the "Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy" course, participants will deepen their understanding of the core principles of SST, learn to articulate their role as SST practitioners in different settings, and develop essential communication tools to manage client expectations, through a combination of theory, a live therapy session demonstration, and interactive group discussions.
Module 3
Setting up and Getting the Most Out of an SST Session
In the third week of the "Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy" course, participants will focus on the logistics and techniques for setting up and conducting an effective SST session, including drafting a contract, understanding the six phases of an SST session, constructing a pre-session questionnaire, tailoring sessions to clients' individual learning styles, and managing suicide risk, supplemented by a live demonstration session and interactive group discussions.
Module 4
SST Interventions Skills & Strategies
In the fourth week of the "Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy" course, participants will delve into key skills and strategies needed for SST, including forming a working alliance, setting session goals, enhancing intervention skills, engaging clients effectively, identifying and anchoring solutions, concluding sessions and managing post-session follow-ups, all of which will be supplemented by a live demonstration session and interactive discussions.
Modules 5-8
Practice & Supervision
In the final four modules of the Single-Session Therapy course, participants will engage in practice and supervision through peer counselling sessions, apply their acquired knowledge in real-time, receive constructive feedback and ongoing assessments from the course tutor, Windy Dryden, ultimately refining their SST skills and preparing them to practice as Single-Session Therapists within their professional settings.
Course Dates
May 2025 Cohort
Places still available
Module 1: Wednesday, 7th May 2025
Module 2: Wednesday, 14th May 2025
Module 3: Wednesday, 21st May 2025
Module 4: Wednesday, 28th May 2025
Module 5: Wednesday, 4th June 2025
Module 6: Wednesday, 11th June 2025
Module 7: Wednesday, 18th June 2025
Module 8: Wednesday, 25th June 2025
All Modules are scheduled for 9:30 am - 12:30 pm UK time.
PLUS These Bonuses to Get Your SST Learning Started Today!
BONUS 1 - (£99 Value)
SST Recordings Library
Upon enrolment in the course, you'll be granted immediate access to a valuable library of nine video recordings. These recordings, featuring our course tutor Windy Dryden demonstrating Single-Session Therapy on a variety of topics, have been very generously made available for learning purposes by the colleagues who worked with Windy. Covering issues such as Procrastination, Anger, Therapists' Difficulties, Regret, Rational Behavioural Therapy, Jealousy & Envy, Anxiety, Guilt, and Public Speaking, this collection provides a wealth of practical insights, allowing you to observe SST principles applied across diverse contexts and deepening your understanding and expertise in this therapeutic method.
BONUS 2 - (£9.99 Value)
Course Textbook
Windy Dryden, the course tutor, has authored a new textbook, "ONEplus Therapy", that will form the foundation for learning in this course. The book, due to be released on June 1st, 2023, promises to be an essential resource. To support your studies, we will provide a digital copy of this textbook to all enrolled participants upon its release, ensuring you have access to this valuable material as part of your course experience.
BONUS 3 - (£9.99 Value)
Single-Session Therapy and Regret
In this book, Windy Dryden presents and discusses transcripts of single sessions he conducted with volunteers from Onlinevents who were seeking help to deal with a variety of problems related to regret. Each volunteer presents a reflection on their session several months later and in the final chapter, Windy Dryden brings together the themes that emerge from volunteers' reflections. The book shows how people experience single-session therapy (SST) and what they can achieve from it.
BONUS 4 - (£9.99 Value)
'I Wish You a Healthy Christmas': Single-Session Therapy in Action
In this book, Windy Dryden presents and discusses transcripts of single sessions he conducted with volunteers from Onlinevents who were seeking help to deal with a variety of problems related to Christmas. Each volunteer presents a reflection on their session several months later and in the final chapter, Windy Dryden brings together the themes that emerge from volunteers' reflections. The book shows how people experience single-session therapy (SST) and what they can achieve from it.
BONUS 5 - (£9.99 Value)
Free Digital Copy of the Book
In this book, Windy Dryden discusses the single-session therapy demonstrations that he does for Onlinevents.
After giving an overview of Single-Session Therapy and outlining how he applies this to his Onlinevents work, Windy Dryden presents and comments on the transcripts of ten of the sessions that he has done with volunteers from the Onlinevents audience.
When You Add it All Up, That’s A Total Real-World Value of £738.96.
To help you get your Single-Session Therapy training journey started today, we are giving you the opportunity to enroll TODAY for just ...
We get it, life happens and plans can change. Here's what you need to know about our cancellation policy for the "Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy" course:
Refund and Rescheduling:
If you let us know within the first month of signing the contract, you'll get a full refund of the training program fee.
If it's been more than a month since you signed the contract, don't worry, you're still eligible for a 50% refund.
If you inform us one month before the course start date, we can offer a 25% refund.
Unfortunately, if it's less than a month before the course begins, we won't be able to provide a refund.
But wait, there's good news! You can choose to reschedule your attendance to a future training program within one year, depending on availability. Just keep in mind that if the rescheduled program has a higher fee due to price increases, you'll need to cover the difference.
Substitution:
Can't make it to the training program? No worries! You can nominate someone else to attend in your place at no extra cost.
We understand that life can be unpredictable, and we're here to help. Feel free to reach out to our friendly support team if you have any questions or need assistance with the cancellation or rescheduling process.
So... Any Questions? Here's What Your Fellow Single-Session Therapy Learners Have Asked Before Clicking Enroll.
What is the duration of the "Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy" course?
The course is structured into eight weekly modules, each lasting three hours, and is designed to be completed within a two to three month timeframe.
Is the course suitable for therapists at all experience levels?
Yes, the course is designed to cater to therapists at various experience levels, from novice to seasoned professionals.
Will I receive a qualification upon completion of the course?
Yes, upon successful completion, you will be awarded the Temenos Qualification with the title of Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy.
Can I access course materials after the completion of the programme?
Yes, you will have continued access to the course materials even after completing the programme.
Is there any required prior knowledge or prerequisites for enrolling in this course?
Professional Experience: Applicants should have some professional experience in a helping or therapeutic role. This could include roles such as counsellor, psychotherapist, social worker, psychologist, nurse, or similar positions. Experience providing direct client care is especially important.
Will there be opportunities for practical application and feedback during the course?
Yes, the course includes live demonstrations, group discussions, and peer counseling sessions for practical experience and feedback.
How will this course benefit therapists in private practice?
The course equips therapists with the knowledge and skills to provide effective Single-Session Therapy, enhancing client outcomes and improving efficiency in private practice settings.
What is the teaching approach used in this course?
The course utilises a combination of tutor input, live demonstrations, group discussions, and practical application to provide a comprehensive learning experience.
When can I call myself an SST Practitioner
By the end of this course, participants will have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary to commence working with an SST mindset and within an SST framework, under appropriate supervision.
Currently in the UK, there is no officially accredited route to become recognised as a Single-Session Therapy Practitioner. It is up to each individual student, with guidance from the course tutor and careful consideration, to determine when they feel prepared to identify themselves as an SST Practitioner.
Ready to embark on a transformative journey that enhances your therapeutic practice, expands your professional services, and fosters profound client outcomes through the power of Single-Session Therapy?
If you're thinking "this sounds perfect for me, but I'm still not 100% sure" keep reading ...
You should give the Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy a 30 day risk-free shot if any of the following speaks to you
You have just started your counselling placement but your training course hasn't covered working with clients in a limited number of sessions. However, you aspire to provide the best possible service to your clients and want to bridge this gap in your training.
You are in Private Practice and working with Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs), but you are not feeling confident working with the issues that clients are bringing up in the limited number of sessions that the EAP allows for each client.
You are working in a college or university counselling service that is adopting a Single-Session Therapy model, and you want to ensure you are well-prepared for the transition and can provide impactful support to students within the counselling service.
You are in private practice and want to incorporate Single-Session Therapy into your services enabling you to attract new clients and provide a unique therapeutic option that meets their individual needs.
You feel confident knowing that you have a 30-day trial period to test it out. During this time, you can access the library of SST session recordings, explore the books included with the course, and start integrating the Single-Session Therapy Mindset into your practice. If at any point within the 30 days you determine that this approach isn't suitable for you, rest assured that you will receive a full refund.
Can we mark you down as a resounding "YES" to expanding your therapeutic skills, integrating the SST mindset and transforming client outcomes?
Because when you sign up for the Primary Certificate in Single-Session Therapy and begin integrating the SST mindset into your practice, you'll experience the satisfaction of witnessing your therapeutic skills have a profound impact on your clients in a single session.
Beginning your Single-Session Practitioner Journey
We all strive to provide impactful therapy for our clients, whether it's in a single-session or during brief or long-term therapy contracts. If you find yourself overwhelmed by client and organisational expectations within limited timeframes, I'm here to support you!
I genuinely believe that embracing the Single-Session mindset can transform your practice and improve client outcomes. The demand for efficient therapy within the constraints of time and budgets has never been more critical. By implementing the Single-Session Mindset, whether in private practice or within an organisation, you can make a significant difference for each client, in every session.
I don't want you to look back in 6 or even 12 months from now without a steady stream of clients in your private practice or a counselling service which could have made a greater impact on it’s service users, wondering what could’ve been if only you had taken action.
I want you to approach each client session with confidence, knowing that you have the ability to help the client find the path they need. To be proud of the work you do and the impact you have on your clients.
I am Emeritus Professor of Psychotherapeutic Studies at Goldsmiths University of London and have been working in the field of counselling and psychotherapy since 1975.
I was one of the first people in Britain to be trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and have trained with Drs. Albert Ellis, Aaron T. Beck and Arnold Lazarus.
I have also trained at the University of Warwick where I was awarded an MSc in Psychotherapy. This was an eclectic course and gave me a very broad view of the field. What has been important and sustaining in my career has been variety. Thus, I work as a practitioner, trainer, academic and writer/editor.
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