Zest Counselling offers a structured set of internships, training, and learning programs designed to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world mental health practice. These programs provide hands-on exposure, guided practice, and meaningful learning experiences for students, professionals, and clients. Every program is grounded in ethical practice, compassionate care, and evidence-based methodologies. With a focus on holistic growth, participants develop both practical skills and deeper emotional understanding.
Our programs are intentionally curated for a wide range of learners who want to engage with mental health in a professional, educational, or personal capacity. Whether you’re a student trying to gain real clinical exposure, a working professional seeking CPD hours or practical training, or a client wanting to better understand emotional wellness — we have programs tailored to your goals. Each track has its own structure, learning outcomes, and supervision format.
Our student internship program provides psychology, counselling, and social work students with structured, supervised exposure to real-world therapeutic environments. Interns learn how mental health cases are assessed, conceptualised, and managed in day-to-day practice. The program also includes observation hours, reflective discussions, and skill-building sessions to prepare students for professional work. Students gain confidence, clarity, and a more grounded understanding of client care.
Every intern receives personalised supervision and mentorship directly from Psychologist Smrithi Nishanth, ensuring guidance that is compassionate, practical, and rooted in years of experience. Supervision sessions focus on skill development, ethical clarity, and emotional awareness. Students are encouraged to ask questions, explore their strengths, and work through doubts. This mentorship helps shape confident, sensitive, and ethically grounded future professionals.
Our CPD programs are designed for practising professionals who want to enhance their therapeutic skills or expand their knowledge in specialised areas of mental health. These sessions combine theory with practical frameworks, helping counsellors, therapists, and educators sharpen their approach. Participants gain deeper insights into casework, modern counselling methods, and real-time problem-solving.
Professionals from various mental health and allied backgrounds are welcome to apply.
Professionals get the opportunity to engage in live or simulated case discussions to deepen applied understanding. Sessions include analysis of client behaviour, therapeutic responses, and ethical considerations. Learners gain exposure to practical counselling scenarios, tools, and real-world decision-making frameworks. These discussions help refine critical thinking and enhance therapeutic confidence.
Upon completion, participants receive a CPD certificate acknowledging their training hours and topic relevance. Certification is provided only when attendance, participation, and learning outcomes are met. This ensures that every professional leaves with genuine value, accredited hours, and improved practical skills.
These programs are designed for clients, families, and caregivers who want to understand emotional health in a practical and accessible way. Sessions focus on everyday challenges, stress responses, and relationship patterns. The goal is to empower individuals with knowledge that helps them navigate life more confidently. These programs also create a safe space for reflection and personal growth.
Our educational programs help participants build real-life emotional and interpersonal skills.
These programs are ideal for anyone looking to enhance emotional understanding and personal well-being. Parents who want to strengthen communication with their children, couples seeking harmony, and individuals focusing on self-growth will all find these sessions beneficial. No prior mental health experience is needed — just curiosity and a willingness to learn.
All programs at Zest Counselling are available in flexible formats to suit the needs of students, professionals, and clients. We offer both online learning (live sessions, recorded modules, virtual supervision) and in-person training at our counselling space. Hybrid options are also available for those who want a mix of both experiences. This flexibility ensures accessibility regardless of location or schedule.
Zest Counselling provides personalised, ethical, and experiential learning grounded in real clinical practice. Participants receive direct mentorship from a practising psychologist with strong expertise in emotional and relationship counselling. Programs are designed to be practical, supportive, and deeply rooted in human connection. We prioritise not just skill-building but also personal growth and emotional clarity.
Applying is simple and open throughout the year. Interested individuals can contact Zest Counselling through our official website, WhatsApp, or email to receive the program brochure and application form. After reviewing your goals, we will help you select the most suitable level or track. Once accepted, you’ll receive schedules, guidelines, and next steps for joining your program.
~ Smrithi Nishanth
All workshops are facilitated by Smrithi Nishanth, a practising psychologist with years of experience in India and Australia. She brings a warm, practical, and skill-based approach to every session, ensuring concepts are easy to understand and apply. With a strong background in counselling, emotional skills training, and mental health education, her workshops are engaging, interactive, and grounded in evidence-based practices.
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