The CDC Academy

Courses designed for counsellors — practical, professional & deeply supportive

Welcome to The CDC Academy — the learning hub for counsellors who want to grow their practice, diversify their income, and deepen their therapeutic skills.

What You’ll Find Inside the Academy

Our courses are designed by a counsellor, for counsellors — blending clinical understanding with real-world tools you can put into practice right away. Whether you want to create new income streams, explore polyvagal theory, or expand your professional toolkit, you’ll find accessible, step-by-step training here.

Online Practical courses

Practical online courses you can complete at your own pace

Step-by-step guidance

Step-by-step guidance with real examples and templates

CPD opportunities

CPD opportunities to support your ongoing development

Discounted access

Discounted access if you’re a member of The CDC Lounge

Online Practical courses

Practical online courses you can complete at your own pace

Step-by-step guidance

Step-by-step guidance with real examples and templates

CPD opportunities

CPD opportunities to support your ongoing development

Discounted access

Discounted access if you’re a member of The CDC Lounge

Special for the CDC lounge members

If you’re a member of The CDC Lounge, you’ll receive exclusive discounts on the CDC Academy courses — making it even easier to access high-quality training alongside your membership resources.

Current Courses

The Counsellors’ CDC Income Accelerator

Learn how to create and launch your own courses or workshops with confidence This flagship programme takes you through the full process of turning your skills and expertise into a sellable, scalable course or workshop. From choosing your idea, structuring your content, designing materials, pricing, and launching — you’ll leave with a complete product ready to share.

Polyvagal Theory in the Counselling Room (Self-Study)

Bring the nervous system into your therapeutic practice A self-paced course designed to give you a clear, practical understanding of polyvagal theory — and how to apply it ethically in your work with clients. Learn how to recognise nervous system states, support regulation, and bring fresh insight into your sessions.

More Courses Coming Soon

We’re always creating new trainings to support counsellors in practice and business growth. Keep an eye out for upcoming courses covering: • Digital product creation • Nervous system-friendly marketing • Group facilitation skills • And more!

Ready to Learn?

Whether you want to accelerate your business growth or deepen your therapeutic practice, the CDC ACADEMY has a course for you.