Is the RLT Certification Right for Me?

1. What type of Certifications do you offer?

We offer two Certification tracks - one for Therapists and one for Coaches.

2. Who is the RLT Couples Therapist Certification suitable for?

The Couples Therapist Certification training is suitable for licensed therapists (or those on the way to becoming licensed) who want to work confidently and effectively with couples. This includes psychotherapists, psychologists, counselors, and social workers.

We welcome applications from therapists with solid training in their field. Prior experience working with couples is recommended, but not compulsory. If you do not currently work with couples, you can begin the program working with individuals (access to couples will be required approximately a year into your training).

3. Who is the RLT Coaching Certification suitable for?

The Coaching Certification is suitable for coaches who want to confidently help their clients improve their relationships, from their intimate partnerships to friends, family, and coworkers.

We welcome applications from established coaches currently working with clients, and with solid training and experience in their field (this training is not suitable for new coaches without access to clients).

4. Is this Certification recommended for someone for whom couples therapy is not the main focus?

It is recommended, but not required, that you work with couples to fully apply the Relational Life Therapy model during your training.

The Certification training was originally designed for couples Therapists. RLT is a Relational Model meaning that it is best applied when both parties are in the room. However, our new Certification training has made these skills applicable in other kinds of relationships and with individual clients.

Coaches are not required to work with a Couple in order to become certified as an RLT Certified Relational Coach. However, it is recommended as this training is still focused on Relational Skills and Coaching.