Course Details

The article "Reading Between the Lines: A Neuropsychotherapeutic Approach to Non Face-to-Face Counselling" by Jonathan Wills explores the application of neuropsychotherapeutic principles in email counselling, a form of non face-to-face (nf2f) counselling. It emphasizes the importance of building a therapeutic alliance without the benefit of proximal cues, focusing on skills that improve counsellor competencies and client outcomes. The article reviews neuropsychotherapeutic theory and introduces a practical framework for its application, particularly in the context of email counselling for alcohol addiction. It discusses the basic human psychological needs identified by Epstein (1993) and the CHIME framework of the recovery model, highlighting the importance of connectedness, hope, identity, meaning, and empowerment. The article concludes with a case study illustrating the practical application of these principles in an email exchange with a client.

  • Understand the basic principles of neuropsychotherapeutic approaches in counselling.

  • Identify the four basic human psychological needs as outlined by Epstein (1993).

  • Explain the CHIME framework and its components in the context of the recovery model.

  • Recognize the importance of building a therapeutic alliance in non face-to-face (nf2f) counselling.

  • Apply neuropsychotherapeutic principles to improve counsellor competencies and client outcomes in email counselling.

  • Analyze the challenges and strategies for effective online counselling, particularly in addressing addiction issues.

Course curriculum

    1. Reading Between The Lines: A Neuropsychotherapeutic Approach to Non Face-to-Face Counselling by Jonathan Wills

    2. Reading Between the Lines Quiz

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