Welcome to Aloe Counselling Training Centre
Where Personal Growth Meets Professional Excellence
Welcome to Aloe Counselling Training Centre, your dedicated partner in counselling education. Located in St Ives, Cambridgeshire, we are proud to offer ethical, fully accredited counselling training with a uniquely personal approach. We believe training to be a counsellor is more than just acquiring knowledge — it's a transformational journey that deserves high-quality guidance, robust ethical standards, and real-world experience.
Student Success & Celebrations
We are incredibly proud to announce that all students from our 2024–2025 cohorts at every level have successfully passed their courses. A special congratulations to our Level 4 Diploma students, who have successfully completed their Diplomas in Therapeutic Counselling. Your hard work, empathy, and dedication have been truly inspiring. We couldn’t be prouder of what you’ve achieved.
It’s also wonderful to know that some of our students have already been offered paid work directly after completing their training, a reflection of the high standards, practical experience, and professionalism instilled throughout their learning with us.
Rated by Our Students
Our students consistently rate their experience with Aloe as 5 stars, praising our passionate tutors, hands-on approach, and supportive learning environment. We're proud to help shape competent, confident, and compassionate future counsellors.
Accredited, Ethical, Professional
Aloe Counselling Training Centre is a fully accredited CPCAB centre, offering qualifications that are recognised and respected across the UK. Our courses are aligned with the ethical and professional frameworks of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and the NCPS (National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society) — ensuring you are well-prepared for professional registration.
We are proud to announce that CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling is now Approved as a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ)
see this link for more information.
We are also proud to say that at Aloe Counselling Training we celebrate differences and diversity in all forms. We are especially excited to see more men choosing counselling as a career and encourage anyone who wants to make a difference to consider joining this meaningful and life-changing profession.
What Makes Us Different?
What sets Aloe apart from larger training colleges is our commitment to personalised, relationship-based learning.
We offer:
- Smaller course sizes that allow for more individual support and deeper connections
- Tutors who actively share their professional counselling experiences — not just teaching theory but offering grounded insight from real practice
- A clear and direct progression route from Level 2 and Level 3 straight into our Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, ensuring a seamless, supported training journey
Tutors with Passion and Real-World Experience
Our tutors don’t just teach. All our tutors and supervisors are dedicated, practising professionals who take great care in delivering robust, ethical training.
You’ll be guided not only through the theoretical frameworks of counselling but also the practical skills needed to succeed in the real world.
Our team brings expertise from diverse areas, including:
- One-to-one counselling
- Relationship and Couples Counselling
- Working with Young People
- Bereavement and Loss Counselling
- Private practice development amongst other client issues.
This blend of academic knowledge and industry-based experience ensures our students benefit from training that is grounded, relevant, and enriching.
Supervision & Personal Therapy
We offer supervision and personal therapy at student rates to Level 4 trainees, including those on placement from other centres. Learn more on this on our supervision page.
Placement Opportunities
We are committed to giving back to the local community while supporting students in gaining essential placement experience. We’re proud to partner with local charities and counselling organisations, including our long-term partner Angels Foundation UK. (www.angelsfoundation.org.uk)
All Aloe trainees on placement receive ongoing supervision, guidance, and ethical oversight, and hold professional membership and insurance.
Our Training Centre
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our own Aloe Counselling Training Centre, based in St Ives, Cambridgeshire.
This dedicated space will host both counselling training and a community-based counselling agency, giving students the rare opportunity to train within a live agency environment. Our facilities include:
- A fully equipped training room
- Bespoke therapy breakout rooms for practice
- Space for face-to-face placement hours (51%)
-Space for online placement hours (49%)
- Room hire for qualified counsellors
This marks a significant step toward our goal of becoming a centre of excellence in counselling education — where theory meets practice and where students can develop practical skills in real agency settings.
Continued Professional Development (CPD)
At Aloe, we understand that training doesn’t end with qualification. Based on feedback from our students and our recognition of key gaps in learning, we’ve created a dedicated CPD Hub to support continued professional growth.
Be sure to visit our CPD page or visit : https://aloecpdtraininghub.thinkific.com for more information.
We offer a wide range of specialist CPD courses to deepen your skills and enhance your practice. Discounts are available to all Aloe students undertaking their training with any provider— simply email
Join the Aloe Community
At Aloe, you’re not just enrolling in a course — you’re becoming part of a community of compassionate professionals who are passionate about growth, connection, and helping others.
Our part-time training options, flexible delivery (in-person and online), and tutor-led support make it easier to balance learning with life.
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Students Testimonies
What an amazing experience! Studying counselling can be overwhelming but Aloe Counselling Centre offers such a great support that all my doubts disappeared after first session. The tutor is knowledgeable and professional, training is very robust and well-constructed. Communication is straightforward, feedback is given each week and learning criteria can be claimed in many ways. Learning is interactive and there is a great balance between delivering the curriculum and motivating students to find their own ways of working. AM-L4
The course is well paced, very interesting, provides insights into different modalities, is CPCAB accredited and offers opportunities to develop skills that not only will be needed in the future career, but will enhance personal growth and self-awareness. I am confident I chose the right course, I have already received guidance, support, and I am gaining confidence in own skills each week. I feel challenged and I am really enjoying the learning. Thank you. AM
What a great place to study. Not only did I learn about myself and the skills I need to become a qualified counsellor I have met some wonderful people along the way. Being with like minded people who share the same goal is very rewarding. I would recommend Aloe Counselling to anyone wanting to undertake their counselling journey. JM
