Open workshops
I run a number of professional development workshops each year.
These ‘Open’ Workshops are held in London and on the South Coast. Titles in 2010 will include Anger Management, Conflict Resolution and Developing Professional Artistry (with Macarena Mata).
You can see my current workshops and sign up for regular updates as I plan new events.
Read what people say about the training.
Approaches to Conflict
12th February 2010, London
Most of us feel under-skilled when confronted with conflict and disputes, disagreements can drag on longer than they need, and frequently escalate to cause more serious problems. This workshop provides a structure to help participants identify and strenghthen their conflict resolution abilities, so that they can intervene sooner and more productively, before the dispute affects morale, performance and wellbeing. This workshop provides a structure for thinking and actions around conflict, and guidance on how to deal with the difficult emotional reactions that occur during disputes. More…
From Words to Actions; how to create dialogue, 13th March 2010, Hastings
I shall be running a workshop hosted by Hastings Interfaith Forum from 1.00 to 6.00 pm. Admission is free but attendees can make donations if they wish. The workshop will explore how Dialogue differs from discussion, negotiation or debate. It will look at what dialogue has to offer in different settings, and how to develop skills for facilitating meaningful exchanges through dialogue, despite differences in, for example, belief, values, culture or understanding. Download the Dialogue workshop flyer with booking details.
Conflict and bridge-building , 22nd May 2010, Hastings
This is the second event to be hosted by Hastings and District Interfaith Forum. There is a nominal admission fee of £10.00 and attendees can make additional donations if they wish. Online booking here.
This workshop looks at the steps we can be take to help promote and maintain personal and group relationships so they are resilient in the face of the inevitable tensions that arise. Lectures, discussion and group work will enable attendees to understand the keys to social bridge building and to know how to foster resilient relationships between individuals and in groups. Read the full outline for Conflict and bridge-building.
Solution Focused Brief Therapy, 10th June & 6th July 2010, London
These two experiential and practice-based workshops provide a sound framework for understanding and using SFBT with clients in various settings.
The course develops an understanding of the solution focused approach and the practice skills needed to apply it. It will support practitioners in helping clients to define achievable goals, set tasks to build client autonomy and measure progress. The workshop will also explore the various available options when practitioners feel stuck or experience setbacks in the work with clients. More…
Developing Professional Artistry, Summer 2010 (with Macarena Mata)
How do you, as a professional, keep on top form for the benefit of both your clients and yourself? Developing professional competency means we understand the theories and skills our practice is built on, but developing the full ‘artistry’ of which we are capable requires vision, a love of your work, and commitment. Suitable for counsellors, mediators, social workers and anyone in the helping professions.
Based on the presenters’ practice and research, this inspiring CPD one-day workshop will help you achieve this. It will take you through some innovative and inspiring exercises and discussions to help you re-discover your key strengths and, building on your core values as a practitioner, you will develop a practical programme to enable you to continually grow and aspire to artistry. The two presenters work intuitively together as they model reflection in action to unserscore and consolidate the learning points of the day. Involving lectures, discussion and group exercises for skills enhancement. Supporting course notes and further exercises are provided, as well as a reading list of recommended books. Summer 2010.
Download the workshop outline here.
Date and venue TBC.