OVERCOME

Mental Health Coaching Course

Build practical behaviour change and communication skills in weeks

100% remote training co‑designed with 200+ graduates and trusted by 20+ top universities.

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Building practical psychological skills isn't straightforward

You might already have some background knowledge, but not many chances to actually practise these conversations in a structured way.

In day-to-day roles, there often isn’t much time for focused skill development or feedback. Training can feel either too theoretical or hard to apply in real interactions.

That can make it difficult to feel confident using approaches like Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and ACT in a consistent, practical way.

It can be even harder if your situation limits your options:

Busy roles

You're already working and can't commit to fixed, full-time training

Limited opportunities to practise

You don't often get the chance to build these skills in a structured way

Career transitions or new responsibilities

You want to develop psychological skills, but your background hasn't focused on them

Access to relevant training

Available courses may be too time-intensive, or too theoretical.

We originally created the Self-Paced Course for people with busy schedules and it’s now used by professionals who want a flexible way to build practical psychological skills alongside their existing role.

Course Overview

~10 hours

recorded workshops & demos

~25 hours

self-study & quizzes

~60 hours

one-to-one roleplays via video call

~5 hours

mock & actual assessments

Topics Covered

  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
  • Graded Exposure
  • CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I)

Role-Play Practices

After learning a new technique, you complete at least two one-to-one role-play practices with your trainer.

Your trainer portrays a client while you act as the coach. You can also swap roles for a demonstration.

Feedback & Skill Development

You’ll receive structured verbal and written feedback throughout the course to help you refine your approach and build confidence in applying the techniques.

Assessments

The course includes two practical assessments to evaluate your ability to apply the techniques you've learned.

Each assessment involves a simulated client session. You’ll complete a practice attempt with a trainer and receive structured feedback.

If needed, you’ll receive detailed feedback and have the opportunity to try again.

Samantha Robins

Training content reviewed & approved by Samantha Robins (she/her) on 22/01/2026

BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist

How do I learn?

Every lesson follows the same proven loop: watch, read, practise, master, repeat.

  1. 1

    Watch a short video explaining a crucial idea

    Delivered by , the coach with our best ever client outcomes.

  2. 2

    Watch it applied to a real client session

    A second video shows exactly how the idea plays out with a real client, so you can see the technique in context.

  3. 3

    Read the compressed key lessons (~500 words)

    We distil what matters most into a short, focused read with examples, verified by a BABCP accredited therapist.

  4. 4

    Do an interactive exercise

    A quick exercise to confirm your understanding before you move on.

  5. 5

    Roleplay with one of our best coaches

    Put the lesson into practice in a mock client session. They'll give you feedback. Nail it and move on, or implement their feedback and keep practising until you've mastered it!

  6. 6

    Move onto the next idea, repeat until you're client ready

    Each loop builds on the last. By the end you'll have the skills, confidence, and proof of competence to work with real clients.

Step by Step

Your Training Journey

01/02
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Step 1
Apply
  • Fill in our form and book an informal chat to answer your questions
  • 30-minute admission roleplay to gauge current understanding of the techniques and assess readiness to develop these skills
  • Sign the learner's agreement, pay in full or in instalments
  • Onboarded within 1 working day with a 1-1 induction call
Train (1-1 roleplays + recorded content)
Step 2

Train (1-1 roleplays + recorded content)

  • Learn MI, CBT and ACT in workshops and 1-1 roleplays with your trainer
  • Work through recorded content at your own pace
  • Practise until you're ready; pass assessments to progress
  • Earn your Overcome certificate
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Trainee Testimonials

David Boudville

David Boudville

Provisional Psychologist

“Four months at Overcome taught me more about CBT than an entire university course did.”

Mohammed Usman

Mohammed Usman

Trainee Clinical Psychologist

“I really enjoyed the flexibility and sense of community within the programme despite everything being done remotely.”

Michele Mollentz

Michele Mollentz

Life Coach

“The detail and intensity of the training was unforeseen and unexpected, yet deeply rewarding and inspiring. The level and depth of the knowledge base in mental health was truly informative and life-changing.”

Alicia Ang

Alicia Ang

MSc Organisational Psychiatry and Psychology

“Overcome provided me with the invaluable opportunity to grow and excel, equipping me with skills and confidence that extend far beyond the classroom.”

Course Pricing

60% discount

NHS / Personalised Care Staff

£960

£2,400

For staff working in NHS or personalised care roles

Non-NHS / Personalised Care Staff

£2,400

For all other professionals

Frequently Asked Questions

Have another question? Email lili.zitahorvath@overcome.org.uk

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