NEW! Summer 2024 Workshops
Stepping into Private Practice
09:30-16:30
Dove Lodge, Littlehampton
Wondering if you're ready to start your own practice? This 6 hour CPD session will equip you with the practical knowledge, inspiration and confidence to set up and maintain a successful private counselling practice.
Topics include:
- Is private practice for me?
- Sorting out the logistics
- Basic legal and financial aspects
- Avoiding common mistakes
- Staying professional and ethical
- Practical steps in marketing
- Work/life balance
- Developing your practice
Who is this course for?
- Trainee Counsellors and Psychotherapists nearing the end of their course
- Newly Qualified Counsellors or Psychotherapists
- Qualified Counsellors or Psychotherapists looking to set up in Private Practice for the first time
CPD Certificate
You will receive a 6 hour CPD certificate of attendance on completion of this session.
Concessions rate
Concessions rates are available for Trainee Counsellors or Psychotherapists or Recently Qualified Counsellors/Psychotherapists (less than 1 year qualified). Proof or eligibility must be brought to the event if claiming the concessions rate, or the Standard rate will apply. Proof of eligibility includes current NUS card, qualification certificate etc.
Cancellation Policy
We’re sorry, but workshop fees are not refundable. Unfortunately we cannot be held responsible if ill health, inclement weather, or transport difficulties prevent you from attending an event. However, if you know in advance you are unable to attend an event you have already paid for, you may transfer your place to someone else providing you tell us at least 2 weeks prior to the event and that we are provided with full registration details of the new delegate. On-the-day delegate substitutions are not permitted. Please only book if you agree to these terms.
Working with Autism Workshop
09:30-16:30
Dove Lodge, Littlehampton
Autism is a common way of being in the world that is being increasingly recognised and worked with in therapy. However, autistic clients' experiences of counselling is not always as inclusive and helpful as we might hope, and this is largely down to a lack of knowledge and experience on the counsellor's part. This course aims to equip you with a good grounding, confidence and insight into working effectively within autistic clients.
Topics include
- What autism is (and isn't!)
- The autistic experience of the world
- Therapeutic outcomes for clients with autism
- Working creatively with autism
- Autism diagnosis and referral
- Autism and other conditions
Who is this course for?
- Trainee Counsellors and Psychotherapists
- Qualified Counsellors and Psychotherapists
- Mental Health Practitioners
- Educational Professionals
You will receive a 6 hour CPD certificate of attendance on completion of this session.
Concessions rate
Concessions rates are available for Trainee Counsellors or Psychotherapists or Recently Qualified Counsellors/Psychotherapists (less than 1 year qualified). Proof or eligibility must be brought to the event if claiming the concessions rate, or the Standard rate will apply. Proof of eligibility includes current NUS card, qualification certificate etc.
Cancellation Policy
We’re sorry, but workshop fees are not refundable. Unfortunately we cannot be held responsible if ill health, inclement weather, or transport difficulties prevent you from attending an event. However, if you know in advance you are unable to attend an event you have already paid for, you may transfer your place to someone else providing you tell us at least 2 weeks prior to the event and that we are provided with full registration details of the new delegate. On-the-day delegate substitutions are not permitted. Please only book if you agree to these terms.
Working with ADHD
09:30-16:30
Dove Lodge, Littlehampton
ADHD is a commonly diagnosed condition that that is being increasingly worked with in therapy. However, clients with ADHD have varying experiences of counselling, largely down to a lack of knowledge and experience on the counsellor's part. This course aims to equip you with a good grounding, confidence and insight into:
- Our evolving understanding of ADHD
- Common experiences of those with ADHD
- Differing presentations of ADHD
- Working creatively and therapeutic outcomes
- ADHD diagnosis and referral
- ADHD and other conditions
This course is primarily aimed at those working with adults, although as a developmental condition childhood experiences will be explored.
Who is this course for?
- Trainee Counsellors and Psychotherapists
- Qualified Counsellors and Psychotherapists
- Mental Health Practitioners
- Educational Professionals
You will receive a 6 hour CPD certificate of attendance on completion of this session.
Concessions rate
Concessions rates are available for Trainee Counsellors or Psychotherapists or Recently Qualified Counsellors/Psychotherapists (less than 1 year qualified). Proof or eligibility must be brought to the event if claiming the concessions rate, or the Standard rate will apply. Proof of eligibility includes current NUS card, qualification certificate etc.
Cancellation Policy
We’re sorry, but workshop fees are not refundable. Unfortunately we cannot be held responsible if ill health, inclement weather, or transport difficulties prevent you from attending an event. However, if you know in advance you are unable to attend an event you have already paid for, you may transfer your place to someone else providing you tell us at least 2 weeks prior to the event and that we are provided with full registration details of the new delegate. On-the-day delegate substitutions are not permitted. Please only book if you agree to these terms.
Video Games - Addiction or Aid?
09:30-16:30
Dove Lodge, Littlehampton
This introductory workshop takes a welcoming and inviting look at the fascinating world of video gaming culture. We will examine why we play games, demystify different game genres, understand the different player types and explore the risks and benefits of gaming. We will take a considered look at the case for gaming addiction, explore the social side of gaming and discuss concerns about gaming safely. Holly Myfield, a therapist and avid gamer, will lead this workshop, and create plenty of opportunities for discussion and sharing your own experiences. Aimed mainly at practitioners working with gamers, this workshop has been attended in the past by Counsellors, Parents, Mental Health Practitioners, Teachers and anyone with an interest in learning more about gaming or working with Children and Young People.
CPD Certificate
You will receive a 6 hour CPD certificate of attendance on completion of this session.
Concessions rate
Concessions rates are available for Trainee Counsellors or Psychotherapists or Recently Qualified Counsellors/Psychotherapists (less than 1 year qualified). Proof or eligibility must be brought to the event if claiming the concessions rate, or the Standard rate will apply. Proof of eligibility includes current NUS card, qualification certificate etc.
Cancellation Policy
We’re sorry, but workshop fees are not refundable. Unfortunately we cannot be held responsible if ill health, inclement weather, or transport difficulties prevent you from attending an event. However, if you know in advance you are unable to attend an event you have already paid for, you may transfer your place to someone else providing you tell us at least 2 weeks prior to the event and that we are provided with full registration details of the new delegate. On-the-day delegate substitutions are not permitted. Please only book if you agree to these terms.
25% Summer Discount - All Four Workshops
Get your summer CPD sorted and book yourself in for all four workshops on our summer programme at a massive 25% discount:
- Stepping into Private Practice - 8th June
- Working with Autism - 6th July
- Working with ADHD- 3rd August
- Video Games - Addiction or Aid? - 7th September
For full details check out our other listings.
Concessions rate
Concessions rates are available for Trainee Counsellors or Psychotherapists or Recently Qualified Counsellors/Psychotherapists (less than 1 year qualified). Proof or eligibility must be brought to the event if claiming the concessions rate, or the Standard rate will apply. Proof of eligibility includes current NUS card, qualification certificate etc.
Cancellation Policy
We’re sorry, but workshop fees are not refundable. Unfortunately we cannot be held responsible if ill health, inclement weather, or transport difficulties prevent you from attending an event. However, if you know in advance you are unable to attend an event you have already paid for, you may transfer your place to someone else providing you tell us at least 2 weeks prior to the event and that we are provided with full registration details of the new delegate. On-the-day delegate substitutions are not permitted. Please only book if you agree to these terms.
Concessions rates are available for Trainee Counsellors or Psychotherapists or Recently Qualified Counsellors/Psychotherapists (less than 1 year qualified). Proof or eligibility must be brought to the event if claiming the concessions rate, or the Standard rate will apply. Proof of eligibility includes current NUS card, qualification certificate etc.
Cancellation Policy
We’re sorry, but workshop fees are not refundable. Unfortunately we cannot be held responsible if ill health, inclement weather, or transport difficulties prevent you from attending an event. However if you know in advance you are unable to attend an event you have already paid for, you may transfer your place to someone else providing you tell us at least 2 weeks prior to the event and that we are provided with full registration details of the new delegate. On-the-day delegate substitutions are not permitted. Please only book if you agree to these terms.