Therapeutic Practice Lab

A unique program by The Therapeutic Space, in partnership with

Fortitude by Aastha Kamra

The Therapeutic Practice Lab is a skill-based, practice-oriented traineeship designed for psychology students, emerging mental health practitioners, and anyone looking to strengthen their therapeutic competencies. This program bridges the gap between theoretical learning and real-world practice by offering a carefully structured blend of supervision, applied counselling experience, microskills training, and self-paced learning. Whether you’re beginning your journey as a counsellor or looking to enhance your current skill set, this traineeship provides a holistic and supported learning environment.

Program Overview

Our traineeship brings together four essential components that support a well-rounded therapeutic learning experience:

1. 20 Hours of Group Supervision, Peer Supervision and Triad Learning Sessions

Participants receive a combination of expert-led and peer-based supervision designed to deepen clinical understanding and build confidence in therapeutic work. Includes:

• 4 dedicated group supervision sessions facilitated by an experienced therapist

• 16 hours of peer supervision involving collaborative case discussions, guided reflection, and skill-building

• Personalized guidance, feedback, and case direction to refine your practice

• Supportive learning environment that strengthens ethical and effective counselling

2. 20 Hours of Practical Counselling Work Exposure

Gain meaningful exposure to real-world therapeutic settings. This practical component helps translate theoretical concepts into applied skills. What you will experience:

• Supervised pro bono counselling sessions

• Ethical and structured interaction with clients (optional, up to 2 clients)

• Opportunities to practice interventions, build rapport, and manage real concerns

• Guidance throughout your sessions to support safe and effective practice

  This experiential module reinforces your readiness for professional counselling roles.

3. 20 Hours Reflective Self-Paced Learning Development

Designed for deep conceptual understanding, this self-paced journey allows you to engage with psychological themes commonly seen in therapeutic settings. Topics include:

• Anxiety & depression management

• Procrastination and motivation concerns

• Emotional regulation and behavioral patterns

• Relationship and self-concept challenges

This module encourages reflective thinking, practical insight development, and personal growth beyond academic learning.

4. 20 Hours Microskills & Therapeutic Intervention Training

Participate in interactive workshops aimed at enhancing core counselling microskills and evidence-based intervention techniques. Modalities covered:

• Gestalt Therapy

• Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Narrative Therapy

• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)

Learning outcomes:

• Build a strong, person-centered counselling toolkit

• Master communication, questioning, reflection, and meaning-making skills

• Learn structured intervention frameworks

• Develop therapeutic presence and empathy

Meet the Facilitators

1. Aastha Kamra - Psychotherapist & Gestalt Supervisor

Aastha Kamra is a Counselling Psychologist and Psychotherapist with over six years of professional experience in supporting individuals toward emotional resilience and meaningful change. Trained in CBT, REBT, Gestalt Therapy, and NLP, she integrates evidence-based approaches with compassionate, human-centered care. Aastha currently serves as a Ph.D. scholar in Clinical Psychology at SGT University and leads mental health education initiatives across Delhi NCR through workshops, training programs, and community outreach.

2. Krisha Gala - Counselling Psychologist

Krisha Gala facilitates workshops, reflective circles, peer supervision programmes and women's support group. Blending EFIT, Art Therapy, ACT, Narrative, and Humanistic approaches, she offers trauma-informed and deeply client-centered care. Her work across private practice, startups, clinical settings, research and teaching master's students enables her to create gentle yet grounded therapeutic and learning spaces where individuals feel understood, supported, and empowered to grow.

3. Manvi Sahni - Counselling Psychologist

Manvi Sahni is dedicated to creating a compassionate, reflective, and safe therapeutic environment where individuals can show up authentically and feel deeply supported. With training in SFBT, EFIT, Somatic EMDR, Narrative Therapy, and integrative approaches, she blends evidence-based and experiential modalities to offer personalized care. As a facilitator, she leads reflective spaces, workshops, and growth-oriented programs for mental health professionals and communities, and also brings experience in mental health content creation, contributing to accessible psychoeducation and awareness.

Who Can Join?

This program is ideal for:

• Undergraduate & postgraduate psychology students

• Trainee counsellors & interns

• Individuals seeking academic hours for degree requirements

• Beginners wanting practical therapeutic experience

• Anyone interested in building strong counselling skills

Program Details & Fees

• Start Date: 5th January 2026

• Total Seats: 16

• A Special New Year Access Fee (till 30th December 2025): ₹2,499 per person (Original Price: Rs. 3200 per person)

  21 Skill-Building Sessions - Only ₹119 per session

  Structured counselling exposure, live supervision, and hands-on practice in every session.

Certification

Participants will receive a Completion Certificate recognizing the hours of supervision, counselling work, skills training, and self-paced learning completed during the program.

Disclaimer: This traineeship is designed for psychology students or learners seeking academic hours, credit-based fulfilment, or skill development required for online or offline therapeutic practice. It is not a substitute for formal licensure.

Begin your journey toward becoming a confident, skilled, and reflective mental health professional.