Protea Wellbeing

Student Counsellor Placements

Developing the Counsellors of Tomorrow

Protea Wellbeing is proud to support the development of future counselling professionals. We recognise the important contribution that trainee counsellors make to increasing access to therapeutic support within communities.

We also understand that finding a high-quality placement can be challenging. Our placement programme aims to provide a supportive, ethical and enriching environment in which counselling students can develop their clinical skills and professional confidence.

Placement Opportunities

Placement opportunities may be available to students undertaking recognised counselling qualifications who require supervised client hours as part of their training. Applicants should demonstrate:

Commitment to ethical practice.

Willingness to learn and reflect.

Openness to feedback and supervision.

Professionalism and reliability.

A genuine desire to support others.

What We Offer Placement Counsellors

At Protea Wellbeing, placement counsellors benefit from opportunities to:

Gain valuable clinical experience.

Work with a diverse client group.

Develop confidence within the counselling role.

Receive regular support and guidance.

Strengthen professional identity.

Contribute meaningfully to improving access to counselling.

We value the energy, compassion and commitment that student counsellors bring to our service.

Grow Your Clinical Practice With Us

Our placement programme is built around thoughtful supervision, a genuinely diverse client caseload, and a culture that treats trainee counsellors as valued members of the team from day one.

Expectations of Placement Counsellors

Placement counsellors are expected to:

Adhere to professional ethical frameworks.

Maintain appropriate professional boundaries.

Attend regular supervision.

Engage in ongoing professional development.

Complete required administrative responsibilities.

Communicate effectively with the service.

The wellbeing of both clients and practitioners remains central to our work.

Placement Application Process

If you are currently undertaking accredited counselling training and would like to complete your placement with Protea Wellbeing, we would be delighted to hear from you.

The Application Process

Complete the Student Counsellor Placement Application Form.
Applications are reviewed by our Founder and Director.
Suitable applicants will be invited to discuss placement opportunities.
Successful applicants will complete induction requirements before beginning placement.

Interested in Joining Us?

Apply for a Placement