DEPRESSION COUNSELLING DIPLOMA -Fully ACCREDITED & CERTIFIED (Udemy.com)
Learn about Symptoms, Diagnosis, & Treatment of Depressive Disorders
Created by: Elmira Strange, PhD
Last updated August 2025
What you will learn
- Know what 'Depression' is and how it gets diagnosed
- Know what is happening to someone who is depressed (brain, body, cognition)
- Understand different types of Depression: Cyclothymia, Bipolar, Postnatal Depression, Manic Depression
- Learn how Depression affects the brain: neutrons, serotonin
- Understand the best treatments: antidepressants, SSRIs, nutrition, alternative & complimentary treatments
- Understand how to work with people in counselling settings
How it compares
Against the other 503 rated Udemy courses in Teaching & Academics on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.7 out of 5higher than 74% of them
- Reviews1,960#85 of 504 by number of reviews
- Length4.7 hourslonger than 60% of them
- Last updatedAugust 2025more recently than 72% of them
Course Description
Welcome to 'Depression Counselling Diploma: Advanced level' course!
Do you know that every 10th person on average suffers from depression at some point in their life?
Would you like to work in therapeutic settings and help others to recover from depression? Or perhaps you want to use this knowledge for your own personal use? In any case, you are in the right place!
In this course you will learn:
What the signs of depression are
How to help the client who suffers with major depressive episode and sleeping problems
what is happening in the brain during the experience of depression
the most effective antidepressants on the market
whether depression can be treated with Omega 3 supplements, Art Therapy, Tai Chi and Yoga
which approaches in counselling best suited to the treatment of depression
whether there is a link between neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine, and depression
what the treatment of bipolar disorder entails
how to counsel people (adults, children, and older population) with depression
whether older age, loneliness, and depression are connected
and so much more!
P.S. This course is now fully accredited by the International Association of Therapists (IAOTH).
P.P.S. At the end of the course you will see the instructions on how to obtain your certificate of completion
Instructor Details
- 4.7 Rating
1,960 Reviews
Elmira Strange, PhD
Elmira Strange, PhD
Research Psychologist | Former UK University Lecturer | Online Educator
Dr Elmira Strange is a Research Psychologist (PhD) and former university lecturer based in the United Kingdom. She has taught Psychology and Counselling at university level in Wales and has extensive experience in research, academic writing, and higher education.
Over the past decade, she has created a wide portfolio of psychology courses reaching students worldwide. Her teaching style combines academic depth with clarity, making complex psychological theories accessible, structured, and practical.
Her areas of expertise include:
Criminal & Forensic Psychology
Personality & Abnormal Psychology
Counselling & Psychotherapy
Transpersonal & Spiritual Psychology
Emotional Healing and Self-Development
Elmira’s academic background is complemented by powerful lived experience. In 2012, she underwent life-saving surgery following a critical health crisis — an event that reshaped her understanding of resilience, trauma, and meaning. This experience continues to inform her work in psychological growth and transformation.
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Reviews
By Ong Sook May on 11/26/2024
This lecture was absolutely outstanding! The instructor’s teaching style was clear, engaging, and made complex concepts easy to understand. Real-world examples were woven throughout, bringing the material to life and helping me see how it applies beyond the classroom. I also appreciated the interactive elements—opportunities to ask questions and discuss key points really made the session feel collaborative and dynamic. The visuals and supplementary materials were thoughtfully chosen and enhanced my understanding even further. What truly stood out was how the instructor went above and beyond to address individual questions and clarify tricky points. The pacing was perfect, and the session was well-organized, guiding us step-by-step from basics to deeper insights. By the end, I felt not just informed, but genuinely inspired. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a knowledgeable, approachable, and thoroughly effective lecture experience!
By Alexey Sokolovskiy on 2/9/2022
Курс очень понравился. Подробнее - удобная подача материала: 1) текстом (презентация) + голосом + методические памятки. Здесь же (удобно) в памятках - дополнительная литература. Курс насыщенный по содержанию, без "воды", каждый слайд и каждая минута лекций даёт новую ценную информацию по теме. Приятный голос и энергичный внешний вид ведущей курса также порадовали (а то иногда бывает скучно и грустно слушать по 3+ часа ведущего). Вижу, как смогу применить полученные знания в своей работе (ЗОЖ-консультацирование, коучинг по питанию). Желаю всего наилучшего - с благодарностью за этот курс, ведущей Эльмире!
By Claire Evans on 8/30/2021
I was very impressed by the standard of this course. It covered the history and theorists, described the different types of depression and which model is best for the different counselling approaches.. and much more.. The Tutor was very thorough and took time to explain details clearly. Thank you for a great course.
By Aromal Satjayababu on 6/26/2021
Compact and to the point, no beating around the bush. The core concepts explained in an interesting manner and the questions asked at the end of each module will help you to determine your clarity in the topics discussed and the quiz at the end was also helpful in revision.
By Yené Kloppers on 1/29/2021
It cleared up some of my idea's about different types of depression. I was hoping for a more in-depth discussion about anti-depressants and how each one works.
By Aruna on 11/15/2020
yes it was good
By Shridhar Waghmare on 11/8/2020
Its very understandable.
By Sangita Gore on 11/8/2020
I found this section beneficial and easy to follow.
By Jeannette Webb on 11/1/2020
very good course plenty of information
By Valentina Sitko on 10/26/2020
yes this is a good match for me. So much great information. I am learning so much.
By Nitika Kumar on 10/16/2020
It was a good & informative course
By Kendra Sysak on 10/10/2020
Have learned a lot more about depression than I thought I knew. Great for my job.
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