Listening In Counselling Tutor: We're in the Midst of a Revolution
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Jan 13, 2025 
Rory Lees-Oakes, co-founder of Counselling Tutor, shares his journey from commercial manager to counselor and educator, dealing with educational challenges along the way. He passionately discusses the evolution of counseling education and the importance of adapting to meet future needs. Rory emphasizes the significance of understanding neurodiversity, especially with his new Autism-Informed Course. He advocates for a holistic approach to mental health and highlights the necessity for innovative training methods to prepare counselors for tomorrow's challenges.
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Career Change
- Rory Lees-Oakes left a corporate job after a life-changing counseling experience.
- He faced financial struggles while pursuing his passion, living on beans on toast for two years.
Early Academic Struggles
- Rory struggled in traditional academic settings, leaving secondary school without qualifications.
- Despite this, he pursued his interests in psychology and radio engineering.
Teaching Journey
- After qualifying as a counsellor, Rory pursued teaching, facing setbacks like program closures.
- He persisted, eventually winning a teaching award for his use of technology in education.
