On completion of this 3 module course participants will be able to: Identify the different categories of domestic violence Understand the role power and control plays in DFV Be able to educate about gas lighting, coercive control, and red flags Read More...
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Ongoing Professional Development (OPD)
Ongoing Professional Development (OPD) is the process through which members improve and broaden their skills, knowledge and expertise, and develop the qualities required for professional practice.
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Start Date:
April 25, 2023
End Date:
January 1, 2025
Self-care & Wellbeing Course
On completion of this course participants will be able to: Gain insight into their own stress rating Understand what stress is Explore cognitive distortions Identify the pillars of self care Identify ways to self-regulate and implement self care strategies Read More...
Start Date:
June 9, 2023
End Date:
January 1, 2025
Introduction to Working with Childhood Trauma
On completion of this 4 module workshop participants will be able to:Understand the definition of childhood trauma and how it presents in childrenIdentify appropriate frameworks for working with childhood traumaBuild skills in communicating with parents and carersAscertain phases of the Read More...
Start Date:
July 31, 2023
End Date:
December 31, 2024
FREE WEBINAR – Holding Space Episode 20 Making Meals Marvellous
Learning OutcomesBy the end of the webinar you will be able to: 1. Appreciate the role adults and carers play in children’s eating and food education 2. Learn how music is able to support the learning of the adult’s role and children’s Read More...
Start Date:
July 31, 2023
End Date:
December 31, 2024
FREE WEBINAR – Holding Space Episode 19 2020: What A Year It Was!
Learning OutcomesBy the end of the webinar you will be able to:Connect with other helping professionals to share ideas and supportHear from other mental health professionals about the learnings, challenges and opportunities of 2020Gain knowledge and access to resources and Read More...
Start Date:
July 31, 2023
End Date:
December 31, 2024
Holding Space for Self and Others Episode 3 – Nature Based Therapy
Learning OutcomesBy the end of the webinar, you will have an opportunity to:Connect with other helping professional to share ideas and supportHear about nature based activities for self care and support for othersConsider 7 strategies to “unplug” from online workGain Read More...
Start Date:
July 31, 2023
End Date:
December 31, 2024
Holding Space for Self and Others Episode 2 – Practical Issues for Tele-Play Therapy
Learning OutcomesBy the end of the webinar, you will have an opportunity to:Connect with other professionals to share ideas and supportHear about effective ways to offer counselling and support onlineGain knowledge and access to resources and information Read More...
Start Date:
July 31, 2023
End Date:
December 31, 2024
FREE WEBINAR – Holding Space Episode #23 Three Brain Facts That Will Help You Communicate Like A Pro
Learning OutcomesBy the end of the webinar you’ll be able to:By the end of the webinar you’ll be able to:1. State 3 brain facts that will help you communicate better with others.2. Identify the social threats that trigger you and Read More...
Start Date:
July 31, 2023
End Date:
December 31, 2024
FREE WEBINAR – Holding Space Episode #22 Stones for Therapy
Learning OutcomesBy the end of the webinar you’ll be able to:Hear how art therapy can be integrated in counselling.Identify ways that painted stones can be used in therapy.Learn a creative method for professional self care. Read More...
Start Date:
July 31, 2023
End Date:
December 31, 2024
FREE WEBINAR – Holding Space Episode 21 Laughter Yoga: More than a little fun
Learning OutcomesBy the end of the webinar you will be able to:1. Understand what laughter yoga is, and isn’t2. See how adaptable laughter yoga can be3. Learn 3 laughter exercises you can use in your everyday Read More...
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