Lotus Training Co for Counselling and Mindfulness - Plymouth

Martin Sandey

I studied for my Level 3 and then Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling with Lotus , Julie is the most wonderful person, the course and the people, have changed my life.
I could not express how amazing the experience I had with Lotus was.
Anyone searching for a course and wondering if they should enrol with Julie and Lotus, I can only say, I have never met anyone with such a big heart, highly skilled and highly passionate about what she does, don’t hesitate.
Lotus/Julie has everything to offer that you will be looking for!

Bernadette

I am very happy to have made the decision to study for the level 3 and level 4 counselling qualifications with Lotus Training. From driving across the moat into the grounds of Crown Hill Fort to sitting for the first time and being lead through a meditation, feeling welcomed and accepted, was a most beautiful and spiritual foundation and introduction to a life changing learning experience. Learning was through teaching, readings, discussions, debates, research, case studies, groupwork, reflective practice, triads in preparation for placement and built on these foundations. Julie's teaching is warm, spiritual and welcoming and the epitome of the person centred approach.

Alastair Bontein

A really amazing course. I completed my level 4 CPCAB Counseling course with Lotus Training. The course offers something quite unique, not just in it's integration of Buddhist practice and theory which links really well to Person Centred Counseling, the fundamentals of Counseling and the humanistic traditions. Julie is a great teacher and model for Counselling students. The first year really focused on self development and some Counseling skills which was an amazing experience and really develops you as a Counselor and as a person. The second year has a bigger focus on working in practice and in greater depth. Great course and a wonderful space to learn in. The location is very special too.

Sue Martin

Training with Lotus was a truly special experience for me. Julie's loving guidance and teaching skills gently steered us toward learning. The Buddhist/Mindfulness aspect of the course was perfect for me and brought a deeper level of beauty and understanding to the counselling platform. I am now working in my chosen field (where I did my placement) and feel so blessed that the universe directed me to Lotus; right place and right time. 🧘‍♂️

John Jija

The training I received at Lotus has profoundly transform my practice and changed my self concept. Julie and her company met me with two years of unconditional positive regard. The training enabled me to gain insights into my self actualisation process at the same time as learning and becoming a competent counsellor.
The mindfulness aspect to the training enabled me to increase my capacity to be present for clients and being attuned to the clients and my own process. I wholeheartedly recommend Lotus Training to anybody who has a desire to develop their self to be of service to others. My experience of Julie and her company has shown me that Julie is an exemplary practitioner and trainer.

John J

Lead Dual Diagnosis Practitioner.

C P

I just completed my Level 2 Counselling Skills Certificate at Lotus and was taught by Julie and Justin who were both fantastic! The classes were held in a beautiful and comfortable location which really added to the experience. Both tutors were welcoming, knowledgable, kind and supportive and I felt held in mind and contained throughout my training. Thanks so much to you both for sharing your knoweldge and being part of my journey!

Sean Fraser

A lovely atmosphere at Lotus training facilitated by professional, knowledgeable, kind and compassionate teachers with a wealth of experience to share. The lockdown made the learning difficult at times but the groups worked together remotely when necessary and the journey seemed to move seamlessly towards completion. Fulfilling and enlightening - thank you.

Nicola Byrne

I have been so thankful to have completed my level 4, and now my level 5 with lotus training /Julie. I can't imagine training in any other way, to be taught in such depth and to hold the relationship with self and the client at the centre of the work, has impacted my practice in such a positive way. The courses have been deeply tranformative for me on both a personal and professional level.