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Couples Therapy
Level 2 Certification

A supervised, practice-based certification for therapists ready to work confidently with couples

50
Hours of Training
10-12
Therapists per Cohort
Apr-May
Program Timeline

About

Couples therapy requires holding two nervous systems simultaneously — layered histories, power dynamics, attachment wounds, desire, rupture, and repair.

Many therapists know the theory but hesitate in practice. This Level 2 Certification bridges that gap with supervised, hands-on training.

Not an introductory program. Not theory-only. This is practice-forward, supervision-heavy certification built for real competence.

Level 2
Advanced Certification

Eligibility

This is an application-based Level 2 program for experienced practitioners

1

Level 1 Alumni

Completed Level 1 Couples Therapy with Katharsis

2

Clinical Practice

6+ months in practice with active couple client

3

No Client? No Problem

We'll arrange pro-bono client for practice

Ready to work with complexity and ethical depth

Program Structure

Three interlinked learning spaces designed for real competence

30

Main Teaching Sessions

Theoretical grounding, clinical frameworks, ethical decision-making

  • • Relationship-as-client orientation
  • • Therapist stance development
  • • Real session preparation
10

Co-learning Sessions

Case discussions, roleplays, clinical reasoning

  • • Theory-to-practice translation
  • • Moment-by-moment interventions
  • • Peer learning spaces
10

Experience & Supervision

Active couples cases with guided supervision

  • • Real case reflection
  • • Therapist stance examination
  • • Next-step guidance
50
Total Hours
10-12
Therapists
Apr-May
Timeline
Online
Live Mode

Curriculum

Four comprehensive units spanning 50 hours of intensive training

Unit 1 — Foundations & Therapist Stance

5 hours
  • • Relationship-as-client orientation
  • • Common factors theory & microskills
  • • Triadic alliance & alliance rupture
  • • Neutrality vs multi-partiality
  • • Ethics, laws, and risk management

Unit 2 — Theoretical Lenses

12 hours
  • • Systems approach & transgenerational models
  • • Attachment cycles & EFT
  • • Narrative therapy & externalisation
  • • Gottman, SFBT, CBT integration
  • • Art and body-based approaches

Unit 3 — Power & Complexities

5 hours
  • • Culture, diversity, gender, power
  • • Abuse, control & trauma-informed work
  • • Neurodiversity and queerness
  • • Sex, desire, intimacy, and kink

Unit 4 — Contexts & Themes

8 hours
  • • Stuckness, resistance & invitations
  • • Pre-marital counselling
  • • Transitions: distance, gender, parenthood
  • • Discernment counselling

Requirements

Complete these three requirements to receive certification

85%

Maintain Attendance

Attend 85% of all sessions throughout the program

3

Submit Assignments

Complete 3 reflective assignments based on your couples work

Active Participation

Engage fully in co-learning and supervision spaces

Recordings shared case-by-case basis • Lifetime access available

Mentor

Somya Narang

Founder, Katharsis Counselling

Counselling psychologist, couples therapist, and trainer with extensive experience in relational, trauma-informed work.

Clinical Approach:

  • • Narrative Therapy
  • • Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • • Systems and transgenerational perspectives
  • • Expressive arts and body-based practices

Qualifications:

  • • B.A. (Hons) Psychology — LSR, Delhi University
  • • M.Sc. Counselling Psychology — Christ University
  • • Advanced Certification in Couples & Family Therapy — TISS
  • • South Asian Diploma in Narrative Therapy
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Fees

Transparent pricing with alumni benefits

₹35,000
Standard Program Fee
  • ✓ 50 hours intensive training
  • ✓ Lifetime access to recordings
  • ✓ Clinical handouts & templates
  • ✓ WhatsApp support group
  • ✓ Bonus business sessions
Installments available
Contact for payment plans
₹25,000
Level 1 Alumni Discount
  • ✓ All standard benefits included
  • ✓ Special alumni pricing
  • ✓ Continued learning support
  • ✓ Priority access to future programs
  • ✓ Peer supervision group discount
Save ₹10,000
Available for Katharsis Level 1 graduates

All fees include materials, recordings, and ongoing support

Apply

Start your journey to confident couples therapy

Application Process

1

Submit Form

Complete the detailed application form with your background and experience

2

Review Process

Applications are carefully reviewed for fit and readiness

3

Confirmation

Selected candidates receive confirmation and onboarding details

Applications open • Cohort size: 10-12 therapists • Duration: April–May 2025