The unit traces the development of the holistic counselling profession from the beginning of modern psychology, with Freudian psychoanalysis and Jungian depth psychology. It proceeds to compare and contrast psychotherapy and counselling models and schools of thought as they develop throughout the 20th and early 21st centuries. These include but are not limited to psychoanalysis, psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, humanistic counselling and therapy, Wilber’s integral approach, process oriented and anthroposophical approaches.
Join Metavision graduate, alumni representative and psychotherapist Noula Diamantopoulos for an inspiring and creative presentation exploring the many career possibilities that can unfold through the study of psychotherapy at Metavision.
Date: Thursday 20 August
Time: 12pm – 1pm AEST
Location: Live on Zoom
Learn within a supportive, like-hearted cohort and be guided by experienced practitioners who model relational, reflective practice and lifelong personal growth.
What makes Metavision different isn’t just what we teach — it’s how we teach, and who we help you become.
At the heart of our training is the Metavision Model — a pioneering framework that brings together:
It’s not a set of techniques, but a way of seeing, being, and relating that cultivates depth, presence, and ethical maturity in both practitioner and client.
You’ll learn to work with the whole person — mind, body, and spirit — while developing the inner stability and reflective capacity needed to meet complex human experience with attunement and compassion.
Whether you’re new to the field or deepening your existing practice, this is an invitation to evolve — not only as a therapist, but as a conscious, grounded presence in a changing world.
Models for Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy is offered as a stand-alone module of study for individuals who are:
Applicants must have either:
In addition, applicants must:
If you don’t meet these criteria, you may still be eligible to apply through
our Portfolio for Admission pathway. We encourage you to
reach out to discuss your individual circumstances.
Integrating Learning Into Practice
At Metavision, assessment is part of a meaningful learning journey – designed to help you integrate theory with practice, and build confidence as a reflective, competent practitioner.
You’ll be supported to demonstrate your understanding through learning tasks that align with learning outcomes.
Progress and Support
To stay on track, students are expected to:
If a student is at risk of academic difficulty – such as missing attendance milestones or receiving a failing grade – they will be invited to meet with the Dean (Higher Education) to discuss their circumstances and create a support plan. You’re welcome to bring a support person to this meeting.
Introducing the Metavision approach: history and overview of Metavision’s development and its key influences.
Situating therapy theory: history and overview of contemporary counselling and psychotherapy; Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung.
Situating the Metavision approach: metaskills, organising principle and the evolution of consciousness (quantum physics), teleology, and the zeitgeist.
Exploring its influences – Part 1: process-oriented approach and anthroposophy.
Exploring its influences – Part 2: person-centred approach and somatic therapies.
Reviewing the Metavision approach: contemporary issues and influences; diversity and inclusion.
Models for Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy is the first stepping stone into a future of counselling or psychotherapy as it supports the development of foundational knowledge in the current practice and origins of counselling and psychotherapy.
Individuals who complete this module are able to continue study within the Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Holistic Practice) or Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy (Holistic Practice) subject to individual background and eligibility.
Individuals may also receive credit for the completion of this unit within other Higher Education Institutions at an AQF level 8 or below depending on individual institution policies and academic focus.
The table below outline important dates for each intake, including semester start and end dates, as well as tutorial dates.
Some dates are marked as TBA (To Be Advised) and may be subject to change.
Students will be notified promptly of any updates to the schedule.
The Census Date applies to all units within that semester and is the date in which full enrolment charges will apply.
Upon completion you may be eligible for advance standing if you wish to continue your studies in our postgraduate courses.
| 2026 | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Semester | 12th November | 12th February |
| Holiday Break | 21st December | 3rd January |
| Zoom Tutorials | Day and time to be advised | 1 Tutorial every second week |
Please find the course fee’s below.
| Course | Credit Points | Cost Per Credit Point | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 101 | x 3 | $865 | $2,595.00 |
| Deposit | $500 | Deducted from Total Fees |
Deposit: $500 is required to hold your place, this is deducted form the total cost.
Early Bird Price of $500 off is available to students who enrol before the 30th September 2026
Payment plans are available enabling students to pay fees weekly installments.
Yes – this unit is accredited as a micro-credential with TEQSA. Upon successful completion, you will be provided with a certificate and transcript for that unit.
This unit is also part of the Graduate Diploma of Counselling and Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy (Holistic Practice) which are both TEQSA accredited courses. You will receive automatic credit for this unit should you continue study in either course with Metavision.
Yes – all students must have prior counselling experience in the form of relevant working history or formal education before enrolling into this module.
Students who are enrolled into either Holistic Counselling Skills 1 or Holistic Counselling Skills 2 concurrently with this module are exempt.
Yes – you will need to have a Bachelor degree or higher, as well as prior counselling experience. If you don’t have either of these, you may be eligible via an alternative entry pathway.
If you do not meet the entry criteria, you may be able to enrol via our Portfolio of Admissions. Through this process, we can assess all your prior educational history and working experience to help find a pathway forward for you. Please contact us at enquiries@metavision.edu.au for further information.
You will have one two-hour tutorial each fortnight. There will also be additional readings and assessment, so hours can vary between 3 to 5 hours a fortnight depending on the person.
Yes. You will need to attend a minimum of 50% of your tutorials.
Unfortunately, at the moment Metavision is not an approved FEE-HELP provider. However, we do have payment options available to allow you to spread course fee payments across the duration of your studies.
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