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SUMMARY:Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy Level 2 - Kingscliff
DESCRIPTION:Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy Level 2\nDyadic Developmental Psychotherapy/ Practice (DDP) is an intervention model developed by Dan Hughes\, Clinical Psychologist (U.S.A.). DDP is family-based and is focused on facilitating the child’s readiness and ability to establish a secure attachment with his/her caregivers. It is called Dyadic Developmental Practice both to focus attention on the importance of reciprocity in parenting\, caregiving and therapy\, and also to draw attention to the fact that abuse\, neglect and trauma can seriously impact on the child’s developmental age and stage. This intervention is theoretically based on the models of attachment theory and intersubjectivity\, and is consistent with the needs of children and young people who have experienced developmental trauma. It is an approach that: \n\nIntegrates recent research in the areas of neurobiology of trauma\, early child development and attachment theory\, to produce a therapeutic and parenting approach that assists professionals to understand and effectively support children with trauma- attachment problems\, and their families\nCommunicates playfulness\, acceptance\, curiosity and empathy (PACE) in order to help the child regulate their feelings (often fear\, shame and anger) associated with past experiences and to create together new meanings to be integrated into the child’s life story (autobiographical narrative).\nRecognises the vital role which adoptive parents\, foster carers and residential workers play in the recovery of traumatised\, attachment-resistant children.\nProvides a set of principles that can support networks; inform and enrich parenting; and can support the child outside of the home eg in residential settings and at school\n\nDDP Level Two Training \nThis DDP Level Two 4-day (28 hour) workshop is open to clinical psychologists\, social workers\, parent mentors\, therapists and other practitioners\, who have completed the 4-day Level One training. It follows on from the ideas and skills introduced in Level One and is suitable for those who are beginning to use the principles and interventions in their day-to-day work. \nThe aims of this training are: \n\nTo gain a deeper understanding of the theory and practice of the interventions and parenting principles used in this approach.\nTo follow up on any relevant themes that participants would like more teaching on.\nFor each participant to have opportunities to focus on the successes and barriers experienced in applying the model in their practice via supervision or consultation about their work with families or their specific practice. This is the main aim.\nTo provide participants with the opportunity to explore (in small groups of 3 people for one hour a day) how their attachment history and experiences may inform and have an impact on their work.\n\nWe also invite a small number of participants (2 max) to bring a taped clinical session to be shown. The trainer shall provide advice on their DDP practice similar to what occurs for DDP Practicum students. To express your interest in this\, click here to send an email to Ben at Compass to discuss further. \nA MAXIMUM of 18 participants is permitted. \nMEET the TRAINERS           DDP BOOKS & RESOURCES \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/dyadic-developmental-psychotherapy-level-2-kingscliff
LOCATION:Kingscliff Beach Bowls Club\, 131 Marine Parade\, KINGSCLIFF\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Compass%20Seminars":MAILTO:office@compassaustralia.com.au
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SUMMARY:GAME OVER - Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Technology Dependence and Mental Health\nThe pandemic has shown how we’ve come to rely on the convenience of our smartphones to provide connection\, maintain a sense of belonging\, and access information. Now even more so. The device is always on\, and always on us. \nAs we cautiously watch young people (and ourselves) navigate the ever-changing digital landscape\, there’s increasing concern of technology dependence.  A term describing the compulsive need to spend significant time on the Internet\, to the point where relationships\, work and health suffer. Our daily online use is increasingly immersive and persuasive\, enabling a high level of accessibility and interaction with daily personalised notifications. Increasing usage from healthy to compulsive too dependent. \nRecent Australian research (Monash University 2021) shows we are increasingly dependent on our smartphones and our inability to disconnect may be endangering our health.  Young people aged 18 to 25 had the highest level of Nomophobia (a social/situational disorder exhibited by discomfort and anxiety caused by the absence of one’s device) with 37.3% experiencing mild symptoms and 13.2% experiencing severe Nomophobia. At excessive levels\, technology misuse can lead to broad-ranging harms with significant physical\, mental\, social\, and economic costs for individuals and communities. \nIn this interactive one day workshop with New Zealand Psychotherapist James Driver investigates the role of technology in problematic usage behaviours and its affect on mental health. He will cut through the controversy and the myth with the latest research and clinical experiences from the field. Jame’s background as a clinician\, early-adopter of technology\, and former gaming addict gives a unique illustrative perspective from lived experience to clinical vignettes. Techniques and approaches for use by mental health practitioners\, educators\, youth workers\, helping professionals and parents/carers will demonstrate how to engage children and young people in an open\, curious and non-judgemental way about their usage (and yours). \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nThe psychology of technology: the reasons why people use technology and the affect this can have on wellbeing and mental health.\nHow much is too much? How ‘normal’ use can develop into inappropriate\, compulsive or dependent usage habits – including detailed case examples relating to social media\, gaming and pornography.\nThe different kinds of technological dependency\, as well as how they manifest and impact particular populations.\nHow to assess for and identify problematic usage: the signs and symptoms to look for that indicate usage may be problematic (diagnostic criteria\, screening tools\, associations).\nEffective practical techniques for engaging with young people (and adults) to get them thinking about their technology usage.\nConsiderations for the unique challenges and vulnerabilities of digital natives versus late adopters.\nManaging and/or treating technology related problems (with a specific focus on working with ambivalence).\n\nPresenter: James Driver is a registered Psychotherapist and former gaming addict. His interest in the topic stems from his own gaming addiction as a teenager where he was spending 16 hours per day playing online games. This led him to poor mental health\, failing university and a lot of problems for himself and his family.  Having overcome his dependence he went on to complete a Masters of Psychotherapy and research into gaming addiction. He has extensive experience treating technology dependence in private practice and youth services. \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/game-over-melbourne
LOCATION:Vibe Hotel Melbourne\, 1 Queen Street\, MELBOURNE\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Compass%20Seminars":MAILTO:office@compassaustralia.com.au
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SUMMARY:GAME OVER - Sydney
DESCRIPTION:Technology Dependence and Mental Health\nThe pandemic has shown how we’ve come to rely on the convenience of our smartphones to provide connection\, maintain a sense of belonging\, and access information. Now even more so. The device is always on\, and always on us. \nAs we cautiously watch young people (and ourselves) navigate the ever-changing digital landscape\, there’s increasing concern of technology dependence.  A term describing the compulsive need to spend significant time on the Internet\, to the point where relationships\, work and health suffer. Our daily online use is increasingly immersive and persuasive\, enabling a high level of accessibility and interaction with daily personalised notifications. Increasing usage from healthy to compulsive too dependent. \nRecent Australian research (Monash University 2021) shows we are increasingly dependent on our smartphones and our inability to disconnect may be endangering our health.  Young people aged 18 to 25 had the highest level of Nomophobia (a social/situational disorder exhibited by discomfort and anxiety caused by the absence of one’s device) with 37.3% experiencing mild symptoms and 13.2% experiencing severe Nomophobia. At excessive levels\, technology misuse can lead to broad-ranging harms with significant physical\, mental\, social\, and economic costs for individuals and communities. \nIn this interactive one day workshop with New Zealand Psychotherapist James Driver investigates the role of technology in problematic usage behaviours and its affect on mental health. He will cut through the controversy and the myth with the latest research and clinical experiences from the field. James’ background as a clinician\, early-adopter of technology\, and former gaming addict gives a unique illustrative perspective from lived experience to clinical vignettes. Techniques and approaches for use by mental health practitioners\, educators\, youth workers\, helping professionals and parents/carers will demonstrate how to engage children and young people in an open\, curious and non-judgemental way about their usage (and yours). \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nThe psychology of technology: the reasons why people use technology and the affect this can have on wellbeing and mental health.\nHow much is too much? How ‘normal’ use can develop into inappropriate\, compulsive or dependent usage habits – including detailed case examples relating to social media\, gaming and pornography.\nThe different kinds of technological dependency\, as well as how they manifest and impact particular populations.\nHow to assess for and identify problematic usage: the signs and symptoms to look for that indicate usage may be problematic (diagnostic criteria\, screening tools\, associations).\nEffective practical techniques for engaging with young people (and adults) to get them thinking about their technology usage.\nConsiderations for the unique challenges and vulnerabilities of digital natives versus late adopters.\nManaging and/or treating technology related problems (with a specific focus on working with ambivalence).\n\nPresenter: James Driver is a registered Psychotherapist and former gaming addict. His interest in the topic stems from his own gaming addiction as a teenager where he was spending 16 hours per day playing online games. This led him to poor mental health\, failing university and a lot of problems for himself and his family.  Having overcome his dependence he went on to complete a Masters of Psychotherapy and research into gaming addiction. He has extensive experience treating technology dependence in private practice and youth services. \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/game-over-sydney-2
LOCATION:Vibe Hotel Sydney\, 111 Goulburn Street\, SYDNEY\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Compass%20Seminars":MAILTO:office@compassaustralia.com.au
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