■ Certified Strength Counselor (R) Course: Learn the Psychology of Strengths and Questioning Techniques (Also Usable for Strength Coaching) *Held October 27 (Sat) - 28 (Sun), 2026, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM!

Strength Psychology and Strength Counselor Basic Course

Overview & Application Here

We are holding a "Strength Counselor®" training course based on positive psychology. Learn practical 2-day program for counseling and coaching that leverages strengths. Systematically acquire well-being support skills through card games, psychological test apps, and AI utilization workshops.

The General Incorporated Association Positive Psychology Counselor Association (Representative: Yoka Tokuyoshi) will hold the "Strength Counselor® Training Course" online (Zoom) for two days on June 27 (Sat) and 28 (Sun), 2026.

This course will teach the theory and practice of strengths based on positive psychology, and participants will acquire methods for discovering, developing, and utilizing clients' "strengths" and "capabilities (self-efficacy)."

Overview & Application Here

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Event Overview

Course Name: Strength Counselor® Training Course

Date & Time: June 27 (Sat) - 28 (Sun), 2026, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Format: Online via Zoom

Application Method: Accepted via Kokuchizu Pro

Target Audience: Counselors, coaches, career support professionals, educators, healthcare and welfare professionals, human resource development personnel, and those interested in psychology/positive psychology.

Application

What is a Strength Counselor®?

A Strength Counselor® is a professional who supports clients in reducing anxiety and worry, improving mental well-being, and expanding their potential by discovering, building, and applying the client's "strengths" and "capabilities (self-efficacy)," based on Strength Therapy and Strength-Based Counseling. They also play a role in bridging coaching and therapy.

What is a Strength Counselor?

This course goes beyond simply understanding personality traits and aims to:

Discovering Strengths

Developing Strengths

Applying Strengths

Problem-solving using Strengths

Promoting Well-being through Strengths

Participants will learn practical skills applicable in a wide range of fields, including ability development, career support, developmental support, and mental health support.

Course Features

1. Integration of Domestic and International Strength Research

This course comprehensively introduces a wide range of strength research from institutions such as the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Melbourne, Northcentral University, and the University of Toronto.

1 Systematic Learning of 30 Strengths and Well-being Theory

Participants will practically acquire the following theories and techniques:

30 Strengths based on VIA

PERMA Theory

SMART Goal Setting

Strength Questioning Techniques

Well-being Support Techniques

2 Integration of Diverse Psychological Support Approaches

Theoretical Background

Positive Psychology

Personality Psychology

Coaching Psychology

Career Psychology

Protean Career Theory

Application Techniques

Strength Therapy

Strength Approach

Positive Psychotherapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Mindfulness

ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)

Narrative Approach

Art Therapy

2-Day Program Content

【Day 1】 Basic Program

~Building a Foundation for Understanding and Utilizing Strengths~

Psychology of Strengths

Understanding "Strengths" and "Weaknesses"

How to Use the 30 Strengths

Well-being Theory and Well-being

Application to Counseling and Coaching

Card Game and Worksheet Practice

【Day 2】 Applied and Advanced Program

~Strategic Utilization and Creative Development of Strengths~

Strength Building: Support for Strength Development, Including AI Utilization Strength SMART Method: Goal Setting Using Strengths Strength SWOT Analysis: Organizing Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats Strength Coping: Application to Stress Management Strength Mindfulness: Mindfulness Using Strengths Tree of Strengths: Creative Self-Understanding and Expression ■ Experiential Learning Using Card Games and Psychological Tests

This course uses:

Structured Worksheets

Strength Card Games

Psychological Test Apps

AI-Linked Work Apps

to help participants acquire practical psychological support skills while having fun.

Main Benefits of the Certification Course

1. Tuition Discount

Discount of one day's course fee (¥11,000)

Effectively half price

2. Certification

Certification Fee: ¥33,000 (tax included)

Allows you to list "Certified Strength Counselor®" on your resume.

3. Issuance of Certificate

Standard issuance of PDF certificate

Paper certificate available upon request (optional)

Application for an English international qualification certificate is also possible (separate application).

4. Provision of Materials

Printed materials

PDF and Word format materials

Pre-distribution of PDFs for certified course participants.

5. Right to Use Practical Tools

The following can be used for counseling, lectures, training, etc.:

Psychological Tests

Card Games

Worksheets

Various Questioning Techniques

6. Complimentary Card Game

Certified course participants will receive a special edition including:

36 cards

Question list

Strength list

Dedicated box

7. Application Areas

Counseling

Coaching

Career Support

Group Work

Corporate Training

Educational Settings

Healthcare and Welfare Fields

Course Benefits

Benefit 1 Advance PDF Distribution of Materials

Sent in advance to certified course participants, overseas residents, and individuals with disabilities.

Strength Cards

Benefit 2 Strength Card Game

Certified Course: Full Version

2-Day Course: Simplified Version (Prototype)

"The Positive Way: Techniques to Turn Your Weaknesses into Strengths"

Benefit 3 Complimentary Book "The Positive Way"

*Limited quantity

Benefit 4 Provision of Psychological Test App

Strength Scale

Potential Exploration Skill Scale

Strength Support Skill Scale

Strength Skill Scale

Benefit 5 Provision of Work App

Supports self-analysis and self-understanding through AI linkage, in conjunction with course worksheets.

Relationship with Other Strength Theories

This course, unlike Gallup's "StrengthsFinder®," aims to utilize all strengths based on the theory of positive psychology. On the other hand, it can also be utilized as a learning opportunity for those who have studied other strength approaches such as StrengthsFinder® to apply and develop them in practice. Furthermore, this course aims to acquire practical skills that can be expanded to strength therapy and strength coaching as needed, while focusing on strength counseling.

Future Outlook

"Strength Counselor®" is undergoing trademark registration procedures with the Patent Office. Moving forward, we will contribute to building a society where everyone can leverage their strengths and lead better lives through the training of practical support professionals based on positive psychology.

We have translated and supervised the co-authored work by Martin Seligman, founder of positive psychology, and Dr. Gabriella Kellerman, MD (Neuroscience).

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We have translated and supervised the co-authored work by Martin Seligman, founder of positive psychology, and Dr. Gabriella Kellerman, MD (Neuroscience).

"Tomorrowmind" Japanese Edition

【Contact Information】

General Incorporated Association Positive Psychology Counselor Association

https://www.positive-counselor.org/

General Incorporated Association Coaching Psychology Association

https://www.coaching-psych.com/