Unmasked Mental Health

Student counselling placements for Level 4–7 trainees ready for supervised client work. Trainees work with adults receiving subsidised counselling, face-to-face in Halifax and online across the UK. Fit-to-practice approval, recruitment/screening and induction precede client work; placement availability depends on service capacity. The service supports up to 50 student counsellors and up to 155 counselling sessions per week.

Placement information: Placement information checked — Read the placement information on the provider's website. Availability is not confirmed.

Availability: Enquire for availability — The dedicated student placement page invites online enquiries from education partners. Placement availability depends on service capacity and is not guaranteed.

Listing status: Independently checked — last reviewed October 2026. Availability can change at any time — always confirm directly with the provider.

Who trainees work with: Supervised client work with adults receiving subsidised counselling, after fit-to-practice approval, recruitment/screening and induction. Up to 50 student counsellors and up to 155 sessions weekly; placement capacity is not guaranteed.

Format and location: Face-to-face in Halifax and online across the UK.

Training level: Level 4–7 counselling students

Supervision and commitment: Qualified counsellor consultation and matching; ongoing oversight, personal development reviews, CPD, ethical-practice policies and collaboration with supervisors and education providers.

How to apply: Complete the online student placement enquiry form at https://www.umh.org.uk/get-involved/counselling-placements

Requirements: Level 4–7 counselling student ready for supervised client work, from an education partner; fit-to-practice approval, recruitment/screening and induction are required before seeing clients.

Address: Unmasked Mental Health, 20-24 Commercial Street, Halifax, HX1 1TA

City: Halifax

Region: North of England

Format: Hybrid

Modalities: Person-Centred, Integrative

Client groups: Adults

Website: https://www.umh.org.uk/

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