In-Person Open Afternoon– Discover Counselling and Psychotherapy

Are you considering a journey into counselling or psychotherapy? Join us at Metanoia Institute’s first open day of the cycle and take your first step into a profession dedicated to growth, healing, and making a difference.

This open house drop-in event is designed to give you flexibility – you’re welcome to arrive and leave at any point between 2:00pm and 7:30pm. Whether you stay for an hour or the whole afternoon, you’ll have the chance to explore what matters most to you.

From our beautiful leafy campus in West London, Metanoia has been a pioneer in counselling and psychotherapy for more than 40 years. We combine academic rigour with a deep commitment to meaningful practice, preparing our students to meet today’s mental health challenges with compassion, professionalism, and confidence.

At this open day you will:

• Explore our five modalities – Delve into our unique approach to counselling and psychotherapy across Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, Person-Centred, Integrative, and Humanistic.

• Get a head start – Discover our courses and programmes weeks before applications open, giving you the insight you need to plan ahead.

• Understand the journey – Find out more about the applications and admissions process, discover what your course will look like, and get a real feel for what it’s like to study with us.

• Meet the people who shape your learning – Tutors, academic coordinators, heads of programme, and thought leaders will be on hand to share their expertise and answer your questions.

• Discover placements and practice – Find out about our in-house clinic and how placements are integrated into training, giving you hands-on experience with clients as you develop your skills.

• Find out about our scholarships – Learn about funding opportunities that can help make your journey more accessible.

• Student life and support – Explore our student services, wellbeing and disability support, and how we help you thrive both academically and personally. Find out about our workshops, conference and events programme – which can enrich your thinking and practice before, during, and after your time as a student.

• Alumni, member and careers – Hear about the career paths of our graduates, and how Metanoia supports you to build a meaningful and impactful professional future.

• Tour our campus – Experience the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere of our historic setting, and hear about our inspiring history and exciting future plans.

This event is for anyone curious about counselling and psychotherapy – whether you are taking your very first step into the field, seeking to deepen your practice, or looking for a career that makes a meaningful difference.

Our open day is designed to be warm, inclusive, and informative. You’ll leave with a clear sense of who we are, the pathways available, and how Metanoia can support you in building a career that changes lives.

Drop in any time between 2:00pm and 7:30pm – you don’t need to stay for the whole event.