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The Institute of Counselling & Psychotherapy Studies

The Institute of Counselling & Psychotherapy Studies (ICPS) is a professional provider of accredited training and development in counselling, psychotherapy, mindfulness, trauma-informed practice, and related mental health areas. Based in Co. Longford, Ireland, it offers live-online CPD courses, Professional Certificates, and Professional Diplomas combining theory with practical skills to support career growth and wellbeing.

Their programmes are accredited by the CPD Standards Office, Professional Development Consortium & the ICPA, reflecting recognised professional development standards. ICPS also provides a safe, supportive environment for personal growth and therapeutic learning.

Visit https://www.icps.ie for course details, accreditation information, and enrolment options.

Accreditations

State of Mind Psychotherapy, Counselling & Education, through ICPS, offers CPD courses that are:

  • Accredited by the Professional Development Consortium

  • Accredited by the CPD Standards Office

  • Accredited by the Irish Counselling & Psychotherapy Association (ICPA).

These accredited CPD programmes help:

  • Counsellors

  • Psychotherapists

  • Mental health professionals

  • Members of the public

  • Develop and update their skills

  • Maintain and strengthen core competencies

Meet ongoing continuous professional development requirements

  • Evidence-based

  • Delivered by experienced faculty

  • Designed to strengthen clinical practice

  • Focused on enhancing professional credibility


The Institute for Counselling & Psychotherapy Studies (ICPS), trading as State of Mind Psychotherapy, Psychology & Psychoanalysis

  • Professional counselling and psychotherapy services

  • Accredited training programmes

  • CPD accredited programmes

  • Professional Diplomas

ICPS focuses on mental wellbeing through

  • High-quality education

  • Ethical and professional practice

  • Inclusive and accessible support

Training and workshops

  • CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)

  • Trauma-informed practice

  • Grief and loss

  • LGBTQ+ affirmative practice

  • Personal and professional development

  • Psychoanalysis

  • Coaching, Mentoring & Supervisory Management


Dr. Michael McArdle has been awarded the Accredited Coach of Excellence (Expert) designation by the Professional Development Consortium.


  • This is the highest distinction within the coaching accreditation framework

  • Recognised for professional expertise and integrity in coaching.

  • Demonstrates leadership in personal and organisational development.

  • Holds a strong track record of effective coaching outcomes.

Commitment

  • Committed to evidence-based coaching practice.

  • Engages in ongoing reflective learning.

  • Focuses on measurable impact and meaningful client growth.

  • Committed to continuous change


Accredited Courses 


  • Professional Diploma in Psychoanalysis
  • Professional Certificate in Working with LGBTQI+ Youths
  • Professional Diploma in Addiction Studies
  • Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapy
  • Professional Diploma in Bereavement, Loss & Grief
  • Professional Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Professional Diploma in Domestic Violence & Sexual Abuse
  • Mindful, Resilience & Compassion Focused Trauma Programme (MRCFTP)
  • Professional Diploma in Traumatology & Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Professional Certificate in Counselling Skills
  • Professional Diploma in Psychotherapy for Survivors of Physical, Emotional & Sexual Abuse
  • Professional Diploma in Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention
  • Professional Diploma in Working with Anger, Rage & Emotional Regulation
  • Advanced Professional Diploma in Coaching, Mentoring & Supervisory Management
  • Professional Diploma in Working with Guilt, Regret & the Moral Psyche
  • Professional Diploma in Grief Beyond Death: Non-Death Loss & Anticipatory Grief
  • Professional Diploma in Working with Shame & the Hidden Shadow Self
  • Professional Diploma in Working with Expected & Unexpected Death
  • Professional Diploma in Psychopharmacology for Mental Healthcare Workers
  • Professional Diploma in Working with the Inner Child, the ID, Ego & Superego & Child Development
  • Professional Diploma in Clinical Psychology & Mental Health Practice
  • Professional Diploma in Child & Adolescent Mental Health
  • Professional Diploma in Trauma-Informed Counselling & Intervention
  • Professional Diploma in Relationship, Couples & Family Therapy
  • Professional Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling & Insight-Oriented Therapy
  • Professional Diploma in Group Therapy Processes & Facilitation
  • Professional Diploma in Eating Disorders, Body Image & Emotional Health
  • Professional Diploma in Integrative Trauma Therapy & EMDR Practice
  • Professional Diploma in Psychosomatic Health & Mind–Body Approaches
  • Professional Diploma in Advanced Therapeutic Skills for Complex Clients
  • Professional Diploma in Applied Neuroscience for Counselling & Psychotherapy


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