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SUMMARY:ANXIETY IN CHILDREN & TEENS
DESCRIPTION:Two-Day Intensive Workshop\nAnxiety is stifling too many young lives\, but it doesn’t have to be this way. Modern insights have greatly expanded our capacity to support young people to engage with all aspects of life with resilience and courage. This two-day workshop will present a fresh\, innovative approach to anxiety. It will draw on neuroscience\, evidence-based strategies\, and highly respected therapeutic models to support practitioners in developing a fresh approach to anxiety and the therapeutic responses that will effect powerful change. This will be bolstered by a series of experiential exercises\, allowing participants to consolidate learning\, deepen their insight into their own personal processes\, and acquire a range of innovative therapeutic interventions. Participants will learn: \n\nthe neurobiology of anxiety and how to use this as a scaffold for therapeutic change;\nthe different ways anxiety can manifest in young children and adolescents;\nhow anxiety can interfere with learning\, performance (exams\, sport\, on stage)\, behaviour and how to shift anxiety to\nmaximise learning\, behavioural\, and performance outcomes;\nhow to build high-quality relationships with children and teens\, or facilitate those relationships with children and\nother important adults (such as school staff)\, and why this is a fundamental part of treatment;\nmaking sense of separation anxiety and how to respond effectively to support brave behaviour;\nworking with school ‘refusal’ – an innovative\, proven approach;\nhow to engage parents to be changemakers\, why well-intended responses from parents often make anxiety worse\,\nand the conversation and strategies that can have a transformational impact on anxiety;\nwhat to do when parents are resistant to the therapeutic process – moving past the impasse;\nhow to respond to anxiety and resistance in the moment to make way for calm and courage;\nwhen peer relationships contribute to anxiety – the profoundly powerful way of working with bullying and strained\npeer relationships to build relational safety for all young people;\nthe critical elements of ‘presence’ that children need from parents and important adults\, and how to facilitate this;\nbuilding the toolbox – practical strategies to diminish the inner experience of anxiety and build brave behaviour;\nthe four key responses to anxiety\, and how to use this to inform a more effective response;\nwhy old responses to anxiety can be resistant to change\, and the simple explanation for young people that can\nbreak through this and build resilience and courage;\nthe neuroscience of self-regulation\, co-regulation\, and the impact on anxiety immediately and in the long-term;\nhow a young person’s attachment history can impact anxiety and how to work with this;\nthe relationship between trauma and anxiety\, and how to build relationships that heal and protect;\nbringing it all together – a therapeutic roadmap detailing a practical\, innovative plan for working with anxiety.\n\nPresented by: Karen Young (BSc (Psych) Hons\, Mast GestTher) Karen began her career as a psychologist and is now recognised as a leading authority on child and adolescent anxiety. She is a sought-after speaker\, educator\, and consultant and works with parents\, schools\, government bodies\, and child and adolescent-focused organisations both in Australia and internationally. Karen is the founder of ‘Hey Sigmund’\, an internationally popular online resource that provides contemporary\, research-driven information on anxiety and the neurodevelopment of children. \nShe has written five books\, including the bestselling ‘Hey Warrior’\, which creatively assist children tounderstand and manage anxiety. \nAudience: for Mental Health and Education Professionals at all levels & any professional that applies attachment theory\, neuroscience and behavioural/developmental/relational science to their practice. \nMental Health Professionals: All mental health professionals including\, but not limited to Clinical Counsellors\, Psychologists\, Psychotherapists\, Psychiatrists\, Social Workers\, Nurses\, Occupational Therapists\, Youth Workers\, Mental Health Workers\, Family Therapists\, Child Protection/Disability Workers\, Guidance Officers\, Speech Language Therapists\, Residential Care Workers\, Foster Support Workers\, General Practitioners and all other mental health professionals looking to enhance their therapeutic skills. \nEducation Professionals: Professionals who teach children or youth including\, but not limited to Teachers\, Principals\, School Counsellors\, School Paraprofessionals and all other professionals who support behavioural challenges and complex learning needs. \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/anxiety-in-children-teens
LOCATION:Vibe Hotel North Sydney\, 171 Pacific Highway\, NORTH SYDNEY\, NSW\, 2060\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Compass%20Seminars":MAILTO:office@compassaustralia.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTSTAMP:20260511T110424
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SUMMARY:KEY SKILLS IN FAMILY THERAPY - Wollongong
DESCRIPTION:Systemic Approaches to Working with Individuals\, Couples and Families\nDo you want to work more confidently and effectively with families? Do you know how to troubleshoot when treatment gets ‘stuck’?  \nBook a seat today to develop your family therapy skills to a deeper level. \nThis two-day workshop is aimed at practitioners who work with children\, young people\, adults\, couples\, families\, and/or organisations supporting clients with mental health issues. This ‘flagship’ workshop introduces participants to core Family Therapy concepts and broadens practitioners understanding of how to view ‘the client’s problem’\, as well as providing practical skills and interventions for use with the client groups. Built on theoretical constructs from systemic\, structural\, solution focused and narrative family therapy models to teach core thinking and interviewing skills in family therapy\, it makes complex theory easy to grasp and the related techniques easy to implement. \nThe workshop is interactive\, dynamic\, experiential\, and self-reflective in nature\, as the presenters use a variety of teaching tools and modalities to enhance the learning experience. Offering wise and compassionate guidance on everything from intake and assessment to treatment planning\, the nuts and bolts of specific interventions\, the nuances of establishing therapeutic relationships\, and how to troubleshoot when treatment gets “stuck”. Pre-readings and post-workshop resources are available for ongoing learning and interest. You will learn: \n\nTheoretical underpinnings of the major family therapy models\nHow to understand and effectively use key tools such as hypothesizing\, reframing\, circular questioning\, and genograms\nHow to engage all family members in therapy\nHow to understand the presenting problem in a family context vs the identified patient\nUnderstanding the family life cycle\, influences of family origin and multigenerational patterns\nGuidelines for conducting assessment\, initial interviews\, therapy plans and termination of treatment\nUnpacking relationship issues and understanding the influence of triangulation and alliances\nDemonstrations by experienced family therapists\n\nLinking theory to practice features strongly throughout each component of the workshop\, as does developing practical skills to take away from the workshop. The workshop has been delivered to government and non-government agencies across Australia with consistently high reviews. This is essential training for any practitioner working with children and families. There is a maximum of 40 participants to enhance your learning. \nPresented by: Dr Kate Owen is a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Family Therapist with 25 years experience working in mental health.  Kate provides comprehensive services to adolescents\, adults\, couples\, and families. In addition to her clinical services\, Kate provides supervision to individuals and organisations\, and facilitates training across Australia.  Dedicated to teaching\, Kate has taught at several Universities and was the Co-Founder of The QLD Institute of Family Therapy (2018-2024). She is the author of the popular Keep Calm Cards. \nAudience: for mental health\, education and other professional that applies behavioural/developmental/neuro-science and systemic thinking to their practice. \nMental Health Professionals: All mental health professionals including\, but not limited to Clinical Counsellors\, Psychologists\, Psychotherapists\, Psychiatrists\, Social Workers\, Nurses\, Occupational Therapists\, Hospice and Palliative Care Workers\, Youth Workers\, Mental Health Workers\, Addiction Specialists\, Marital & Family Therapists\, Child Protection and Disability Workers\, Guidance Officers\, Speech and Language Therapists\, Residential Care Workers and Foster Support Workers\, Vocational Rehabilitation Consultants\, General Practitioners\, and all other mental health professionals looking to enhance their therapeutic skills. \nEducation Professionals: Professionals who work with children or youth including\, but not limited to K–12 School Counsellors\, School Paraprofessionals and all other professionals who support behavioural challenges and complex learning needs. \nCredit for Recognised Prior Learning: Interested in working towards becoming a family therapist? Key Skills in Family Therapy is included as an intensive in the Advanced Certificate in Couple & Family Systems Therapy offered by the Family Systems Institute and completing it through Compass counts as Recognised Prior Learning towards this program. For more information go to www.thefsi.com.au \n  \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/key-skills-in-family-therapy-wollongong
LOCATION:Sage Hotel Wollongong\, 60-62 Harbour Street\, WOLLONGONG\, NSW\, 2500\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260506
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SUMMARY:SOLUTION FOCUSED BRIEF THERAPY - Hobart
DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\nPossibilities and Change in Individuals\, Families & Systems\nDiscover the evolution of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) in our dynamic new two-day workshop\, packed with 100% fresh content! From the foundational work of past icons to contemporary SFBT 2.0 approaches and beyond\, this immersive experience is designed for both returning participants and newcomers eager to master the latest techniques and innovative practices shaping the future of SFBT. Join us to unlock transformative tools and insights that will elevate your practice! \nCounsellors\, therapists\, social workers\, educators\, and helping professionals eager to spark meaningful change! Dive into SFBT\, a globally celebrated\, hope-filled approach that pivots from problem fixation to possibility creation. Rooted in systems thinking and infused with the neuroscience of emotion and change\, this workshop will sharpen your stance\, refine your language\, and empower you to work with greater impact across diverse systems – individuals\, couples\, families\, and teams. \nBuilding on the robust foundation of SFBT’s original evidence-based framework\, this training expands to embrace clients’ emotional\, cultural and contextual worlds. You’ll master the art of co-creating change by tuning into what matters most\, wielding curiosity to uncover strengths and sparking progress toward clients’ preferred futures. Perfect for professionals in therapeutic\, community\, education\, or health settings who know SFBT basics and want to renew and elevate their systemic practice. It’s also ideal for those seeking strengths-based\, future-focused methods aligned with trauma-informed\, brain-aware approaches that can be applied to a range of mental health\, well-being and relational issues including anxiety\, depression and trauma. \nKey Features: \n\nDiscover SFBT’s roots in systems theory and strategic family therapy\, and how it breaks free from medical-model constraints.\nMaster the maps\, language\, and therapist stance that make SFBT thrive in varied practice settings.\nHone skills in resource and resilience talk\, the miracle question\, scaling\, coping questions\, and spotting exceptions\, always honouring clients’ unique contexts and cultures.\nExplore how emotions and neuroscience enhance your presence and fuel the change process.\nImmerse yourself in live demonstrations\, video analysis\, and hands-on practice with creative tools like visuals and metaphors.\nAdapt SFBT for children\, youth\, families\, and groups\, including workplace teams and stakeholders.\nNavigate complex challenges like trauma\, risk\, and relationship dynamics with confidence and care.\nWalk away with a tailored action plan and renewed passion for your growth as a solution-focused practitioner.\n\nPresented by: Laura Hawkins a Mental Health Occupational Therapist and Clinical Family Therapist who has been working in this field for over 17 years\, supporting families\, adults\, young people and professionals. Laura has worked in public mental health services and private practice with a focus on working systemically with young people and their families. Laura currently works in private practice providing clinical supervision and training to many organisations and professionals. Laura has been teaching in this field for 10 years and is the Clinical Lead at Phoenix Family Therapy Academy. \nWho Should Attend: Perfect for professionals in therapeutic\, community\, education\, or health settings who know SFBT basics and want to renew and elevate their systemic practice. It’s also ideal for those seeking strengths-based\, future-focused methods aligned with trauma-informed\, brain-aware approaches. \nMental Health Professionals: All mental health professionals including\, but not limited to Counsellors\, Psychologists\, Psychotherapists\, Psychiatrists\, Social Workers\, Nurses\, Occupational Therapists\, Hospice and Palliative Care Workers\, Youth Workers\, Mental Health Workers\, Addiction Specialists\, Marital & Family Therapists\, Speech Language Pathologists\, Vocational Rehabilitation Consultants\, General Practitioners\, and all other mental health professionals looking to enhance their therapeutic skills. \nEducation Professionals: All education professionals who work with children or youth including\, but not limited to K–12 Classroom Teachers\, School Counsellors\, Learning Assistance/Resource Teachers\, School Administrators\, School Paraprofessionals including Special Education Assistants\, Classroom Assistants and Early Childhood Workers and all other professionals who support behavioural challenges and complex learning needs. \n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/solution-focused-brief-therapy-hobart-2
LOCATION:Vibe Hotel Hobart\, 36 Argyle Street\, HOBART\, QLD\, 7000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Compass%20Seminars":MAILTO:office@compassaustralia.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260506
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SUMMARY:SUNSHINE CIRCLES - Geelong
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your classroom with play!\nLearn how to introduce this amazing\, evidence based\, social-emotional development group to your school.  Sunshine Circles ® are adult-directed and structured\, but rather than talking\, the teacher leads playful\, cooperative and nurturing activities. Sunshine Circles can very quickly and dramatically improve the quality of the classroom and provide teachers with resources to maintain an emotionally positive and cognitively enriched environment. \nSunshine Circles® is a group based on Theraplay® principles that focuses on the social and emotional development of children. Sunshine Circles gives children an opportunity to practice their self-regulation skills\, co-regulation skills and to feel encouraged to have a go at achievable challenges. Educators lead playful\, cooperative and nurturing activities to create an atmosphere of fun\, caring\, acceptance and encouragement. The goal is to enhance children’s social\, emotional and cognitive development. \nChildren generally embrace the three rules of Sunshine Circles… No Hurts\, Stick Together and Have Fun!… and carry them with them throughout the day. Sunshine Circles provides educators with the resources to maintain an emotionally positive and cognitively enriched environment. \nSunshine Circles strives to: \n\nCreate an atmosphere that is warm\, nurturing\, engaging and challenging\nMeet the basic needs of children so they can be freed emotionally to explore their world\nPromote warm relationships between children and adults and friendships among peers\nEngage hard-to-reach children\nBring fun and exuberance into the lives of children\nPlace emphasis on cooperation between children\nEncourage children to learn and practice self- control\nEnhance trust of others through concrete\, personal and positive experiences\nHelp children with regulatory disorders and tactile issues\nSimultaneously address cognitive\, social and emotional development\n\nAttendees must attend both days of training to receive their certification. \nThis workshop is approved for the School Readiness Funding Menu. This workshop can also be delivered in-house at your early childhood centre. Contact us to ask how \nPresented by Melita Bond (Bachelor of Social Work). Melita is a Certified Group Theraplay ® Specialist and Trainer with 20 years of Social Work experience within the community sector in Perth and regional Victoria.  She has provided support to individuals and families\, as well as over 15 years of leadership and supervision experience\, within a range of roles across the sector including Family Services and the last 10 years within Early Years programs. Melita delivers Sunshine Circles ® groups in kindergarten settings\, working closely with and coaching educators.  She enjoys working collaboratively with other services and educational settings to provide holistic support to children and families to enhance positive and sustainable outcomes. She is passionate about building meaningful\, connected relationships with children and families\, and feels privileged to do this work every day. \nAudience: for Education and Mental Health Professionals at All Levels & Any Professional that Applies Behavioural & Developmental Science to their Practice. \nEducation Professionals: All education professionals who work with children including\, but not limited to K–1 Classroom Teachers\, School Counsellors\, Learning Assistance/Resource Teachers\, School Administrators\, School Paraprofessionals including Special Education Assistants\, Classroom Assistants and Early Childhood Workers and all other professionals who support social and emotional development. \nMental Health Professionals: All mental health professionals including\, but not limited to Social Workers\, Nurses\, Occupational Therapists\, Youth Workers\, Mental Health Workers\, Family Therapists\, and all other mental health professionals looking to enhance their therapeutic skill with early childhood. \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/sunshine-circles-geelong-2
LOCATION:Leopold Library\, 31-39 Kensington Road\, Leopold\, VIC\, 3224\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Compass%20Seminars":MAILTO:office@compassaustralia.com.au
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DTEND;TZID="Australia/Sydney":20260505T123000
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SUMMARY:Managing Challenging Behaviours
DESCRIPTION:Learn strategies to defuse difficult situations\, manage intense emotions and move towards positive solutions.\nEveryone gets frustrated or angry on occasion\, particularly when they’re under pressure. Most of the time\, they deal with their anger and frustrations in socially acceptable and appropriate ways. It’s important\, however\, to know how to respond when people behave in challenging ways. \nThis workshop will share strategies to defuse situations where clients\, colleagues or community members are exhibiting strong emotions and/or difficult behaviours. We’ll also discuss how to understand your own triggers and have ways to manage your own emotions when using these strategies. \nWhat you’ll learn\nAt the end of this workshop\, you’ll be able to: \n\nrecognise early warning signs of escalating emotions in others and take steps to prevent conflicts from intensifying.\nidentify and address personal emotional triggers that may impact your response\, ensuring calm and professional interactions in challenging situations\nunderstand how and why people react both physically and emotionally to difficult situations\napply strategies to help others manage their emotions\nuse effective communication skills\narticulate and apply conflict management strategies\ndemonstrate an understanding of how to monitor your own reactions and practise self-care.\n\nWho is this workshop for?\nA range of workers in community organisations\, social services\, schools or businesses working with clients or colleagues demonstrating challenging behaviours and emotions. \nAbout the presenter\nJeff Roberts is a clinical psychologist with more than 15 years’ experience in counselling and mental health settings across Australia and internationally. Jeff specialises in men’s health and is also experienced working with LGBTIQA+ communities on a range of different issues including depression\, anxiety\, sexual health and interpersonal issues. He is highly experienced in performing IQ\, personality and memory testing. Jeff is also experienced in coaching\, training and leadership development within the corporate sector. \nOther information\nPlease note that you’ll need access to the following to participate in this workshop: \n\ndesktop or laptop computer\nreliable internet connection\nheadphones recommended\nmicrophone/speakers\nwebcam (built-in or external to your computer)\n\nContact us\nCentre for Learning and Innovation\nPhone: (03) 8573 2222\nEmail: ravtraining@rav.org.au \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/managing-challenging-behaviours-3
LOCATION:Online\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Relationships%20Australia%20Victoria":MAILTO:ravtraining@rav.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID="Australia/Sydney":20260505T130000
DTEND;TZID="Australia/Sydney":20260505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T110424
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SUMMARY:Strengths-Based Practice with Multicultural and Diverse Young People: Working confidently across difference - eWorkshop -5 -May- 2026
DESCRIPTION:This interactive online workshop supports practitioners to work confidently\, relationally\, and ethically with multicultural and diverse young people\, without over-controlling\, stereotyping\, or avoiding difference. Grounded in strengths-based practice and cultural humility\, the workshop focuses on posture\, relationship\, and how practitioners show up in youth contexts shaped by identity\, power\, culture\, and political discourse. Rather than treating culture as something to master\, participants are invited into an ongoing practice of reflection\, curiosity\, and partnership. \n Across the workshop\, participants explore how deficit narratives and “risk” framings shape practice\, and how to shift toward approaches that recognise young people’s strengths\, agency\, cultural knowledge\, and contribution. The emphasis is on working with young people – holding safety and boundaries while creating conditions for belonging\, participation\, and influence. \n The workshop integrates reflective and practical components\, moving from awareness into application. Participants engage with real-world youth scenarios\, facilitation strategies\, and asset-based tools that can be applied immediately in groups\, programs\, consultations\, and participatory processes. \n Who should attend: \nThis workshop is designed for people working with\, for\, or alongside young people from multicultural\, culturally diverse\, racialised\, and faith-based backgrounds\, including youth workers\, facilitators\, managers\, policy and strategy staff\, youth development officers\, and others shaping youth-focused systems\, services\, or decisions. \n Participants will develop: \n\n\nGreater confidence working across difference without fear\, rigidity\, or avoidance \n\n\n\n\nA clear strengths-based and culturally humble frame for multicultural youth work \n\n\n\n\nPractical facilitation strategies that support inclusion\, participation\, and influence \n\n\n\n\nTools to recognise and mobilise young people’s strengths (head\, heart\, and hands) \n\n\n\n\nIncreased awareness of power\, positioning\, and adult authority in youth spaces \n\n\n\n\nApproaches for moving beyond tokenism toward meaningful participation \n\n\nWhen: Tuesday 5th May 2026 from 1.00pm- 4.00pm (AEST) \nWhere: Online eWorkshop via Zoom. If payment has been received\, you will receive the Zoom details in the week prior to the eWorkshop . \nCost: The early bird booking is $220.00 if registration occurs before 21st April (GST included). The fee for registrations after the 21st April is $275.00 (GST included). \nTo register: Register and complete payment. A Tax Invoice will be emailed to you. The payment needs to be completed before the workshop occurs\, for the registration to be fully confirmed \nFacilitator: Dimitrios Papalexis \nDimitrios Papalexis is a dynamic community leader\, counsellor\, and creative practitioner dedicated to empowering young people\, organisations\, and diverse communities to thrive. With expertise spanning youth and community engagement\, consultancy and coordination\, and training\, facilitation\, and hosting\, he brings strong leadership and communication skills to his work. Dimitrios works at the intersection of co-design\, sector development\, and stakeholder engagement – delivering impactful workshops\, creative events\, and performances that amplify voice\, build social capital\, and strengthen connection. His experience in business and product development\, project management\, and strategic communication supports initiatives to move from vision into sustainable\, real-world outcomes. \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/strengths-based-practice-with-multicultural-and-diverse-young-people-working-confidently-across-difference-eworkshop-5-may-2026
CATEGORIES:Professional Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew%20King":MAILTO:info@groupworksolutions.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTSTAMP:20260511T110424
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SUMMARY:THERAPLAY LEVEL 1 & MIM - Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\nTheraplay® Level 1 & MIM\nTheraplay® is an evidenced-based\, attachment-focused intervention utilising non-symbolic\, interactional play to re-create experiences of secure attachment formation between parent and child. Therapist-guided short-term\, dyadic therapy focuses on improving the child’s behavioural and emotional challenges through the parent-child relationship. In a session\, the therapist guides the parent and child through playful games\, challenging activities\, and nurturing interactions. Theraplay® helps the child experience previously difficult interactions in new ways\, helps overcome fear/ shame\, increase trust\, and create a positive change in the child’s sense of self. Theraplay® helps the parent be attuned to the child\, understand the motives of the child’s behaviour and the underlying needs\, manage environmental stimuli\, and carefully challenge their child in a safe place. While other therapies may work primarily with the child alone or work with parents on managing the child’s behaviours\, Theraplay® has shown that the parent-child relationship is the most powerful and influential element for change. It is also a complementary approach to Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (developed by Dan Hughes). \nTheraplay® has been used successfully to help: \n\nChildren with developmental trauma\nShy\, withdrawn children\nOveractive\, controlling or aggressive children\nFoster/adoptive children with attachment difficulties\nChildren with Autism Spectrum Disorder & Pervasive Development Disorder\nChildren with physical disabilities\, developmental delays or those who are non-verbal\nChildren who live in group settings\nEarly childhood students and others who receive services in group settings\n\nYou will learn: \n\nHistory\, core concepts & evidence base of Theraplay®\nThe four dimensions of Theraplay®: Structure\, Engagement\, Nurture & Challenge. Undertake activities for each of the dimensions\nAdminister the Marshack Interaction Method (MIM) & analyse it at a beginning level\nConduct feedback sessions with parents based upon the MIM analysis\nUse the MIM as a guideline for Theraplay® treatment planning\nObserve demonstrations of Theraplay® treatment and techniques\nPractice Theraplay® activities in dyads\nIdentify the types of behaviours that require a particular dimension\nUtilise the four Theraplay® dimensions to treat the specific needs of a child\nHow Theraplay® is applied to meet the needs of children with behaviour problems\, foster and adopted children\, children with ASD\, & older children\nHow to guide parents to participate in a Theraplay® treatment session\n\nParticipants must attend all hours of the course to receive the certificate. \nAudience: for mental health and education professionals at all levels & any professional that applies attachment theory and behavioural/developmental/neuro-science to their practice. \nMental Health Professionals: All mental health professionals including\, but not limited to Social Workers\, Psychologists\, Nurses\, Occupational Therapists\, Youth Workers\, Mental Health Workers\, Family Therapists\, Speech and Language Therapists\, Residential Care Workers and Foster Support Worker\, Play Therapists\, and all other mental health professionals looking to enhance their therapeutic skill with early childhood. \nEducation Professionals: Professionals who work with children or youth including\, but not limited to K–12 School Counsellors\, School Paraprofessionals and all other professionals who support behavioural challenges and complex learning needs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/theraplay-level-1-mim-melbourne-3
LOCATION:The Vibe Hote\, 1 Queen Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Compass%20Seminars":MAILTO:office@compassaustralia.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260511T110424
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SUMMARY:SUNSHINE CIRCLES - Ballarat
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your classroom with play!\nLearn how to introduce this amazing\, evidence based\, social-emotional development group to your school.  Sunshine Circles ® are adult-directed and structured\, but rather than talking\, the teacher leads playful\, cooperative and nurturing activities. Sunshine Circles can very quickly and dramatically improve the quality of the classroom and provide teachers with resources to maintain an emotionally positive and cognitively enriched environment. \nSunshine Circles® is a group based on Theraplay® principles that focuses on the social and emotional development of children. Sunshine Circles gives children an opportunity to practice their self-regulation skills\, co-regulation skills and to feel encouraged to have a go at achievable challenges. Educators lead playful\, cooperative and nurturing activities to create an atmosphere of fun\, caring\, acceptance and encouragement. The goal is to enhance children’s social\, emotional and cognitive development. \nChildren generally embrace the three rules of Sunshine Circles… No Hurts\, Stick Together and Have Fun!… and carry them with them throughout the day. Sunshine Circles provides educators with the resources to maintain an emotionally positive and cognitively enriched environment. \nSunshine Circles strives to: \n\nCreate an atmosphere that is warm\, nurturing\, engaging and challenging\nMeet the basic needs of children so they can be freed emotionally to explore their world\nPromote warm relationships between children and adults and friendships among peers\nEngage hard-to-reach children\nBring fun and exuberance into the lives of children\nPlace emphasis on cooperation between children\nEncourage children to learn and practice self- control\nEnhance trust of others through concrete\, personal and positive experiences\nHelp children with regulatory disorders and tactile issues\nSimultaneously address cognitive\, social and emotional development\n\nAttendees must attend both days of training to receive their certification. \nThis workshop is approved for the School Readiness Funding Menu. This workshop can also be delivered in-house at your early childhood centre. Contact us to ask how \nPresented by Melita Bond. (Bachelor of Social Work). Melita is a Certified Group Theraplay ® Specialist and Trainer with 20 years of Social Work experience within the community sector in Perth and regional Victoria.  She has provided support to individuals and families\, as well as over 15 years of leadership and supervision experience\, within a range of roles across the sector including Family Services and the last 10 years within Early Years programs. Melita delivers Sunshine Circles ® groups in kindergarten settings\, working closely with and coaching educators.  She enjoys working collaboratively with other services and educational settings to provide holistic support to children and families to enhance positive and sustainable outcomes. She is passionate about building meaningful\, connected relationships with children and families\, and feels privileged to do this work every day. \nAudience: for Education and Mental Health Professionals at All Levels & Any Professional that Applies Behavioural & Developmental Science to their Practice. \nEducation Professionals: All education professionals who work with children including\, but not limited to K–1 Classroom Teachers\, School Counsellors\, Learning Assistance/Resource Teachers\, School Administrators\, School Paraprofessionals including Special Education Assistants\, Classroom Assistants and Early Childhood Workers and all other professionals who support social and emotional development. \nMental Health Professionals: All mental health professionals including\, but not limited to Social Workers\, Nurses\, Occupational Therapists\, Youth Workers\, Mental Health Workers\, Family Therapists\, and all other mental health professionals looking to enhance their therapeutic skill with early childhood. \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/sunshine-circles-ballarat-2
LOCATION:Ballarat Golf Club\, 1800 Sturt Street\, Ballarat\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Compass%20Seminars":MAILTO:office@compassaustralia.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID="Australia/Sydney":20260520T093000
DTEND;TZID="Australia/Sydney":20260520T123000
DTSTAMP:20260511T110424
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SUMMARY:Transitioning into Leadership
DESCRIPTION:A workshop to support new and emerging leaders in the community services sector to step confidently into leadership roles and inspire others as you make your next career move.\nIn this online workshop\, we’ll focus on building effective leadership skills\, transitioning smoothly into the leadership space and managing challenges inherent in these roles. We’ll take a 360-degree view on leadership which includes you\, your manager\, your team\, and organisation or workplace. \nWhat you’ll learn\nAt the end of this workshop\, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to: \n\nundertake an effective transition into a leadership role that inspires people\nexplain the difference between leading and managing\, including when and why you need to do both\nmanage competing priorities\nmaster the art of ‘managing up’\nwork strategically within existing systems.\n\nWho is this workshop for?\nNew and emerging leaders working in the community services sector\, and those wanting to enhance their management and leadership skills. \nAbout the presenters\nAstrid Horter is the program leader for learning delivery at the Centre of Learning and Innovation. She holds tertiary qualifications in law and psychology and is an experienced Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP)\, mediator and child consultant. Astrid leads the delivery of RAV’s accredited training programs\, provides supervision to external organisations and designs and facilitates customised workshops. She has extensive experience working in community organisations as a clinical supervisor\, trainer and manager. \nCath Tregillis is a highly experienced FDRP qualified in dispute resolution and family therapy. She has held diverse roles across community organisations as a manager\, clinical supervisor\, and trainer\, providing mediation and restorative processes in family\, community\, and workplace settings. Cath is currently a trainer and assessor within the Centre of Learning and Innovation’s FDR and mediation training programs. \nOther information\nPlease note that you’ll need access to the following to participate in this workshop: \n\ndesktop or laptop computer\nreliable internet connection\nheadphones recommended\nmicrophone/speakers\nwebcam (built-in or external to your computer)\n\nContact us\nCentre for Learning and Innovation\nPhone: (03) 8573 2222\nEmail: ravtraining@rav.org.au \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/transitioning-into-leadership-2
LOCATION:Online\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Relationships%20Australia%20Victoria":MAILTO:ravtraining@rav.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20260511T110424
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SUMMARY:ADVANCED SKILLS IN SYSTEMIC PRACTICE
DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\n\nPractical Systemic Models and Methods with Clients and Stakeholders\nThis two-day workshop is designed to offer not only a thorough understanding of systemic concepts but also a highly practical approach to applying these techniques in clinical practice. It’s ideal for practitioners who want to boost their confidence in using systemic models and methods with clients and stakeholders.\n\nThe workshop will focus on practical application of systemic models – from role plays and video demonstrations to exercises\, case studies\, and group reflections – aimed at helping practitioners integrate systemic techniques into their everyday work. The interactive activities are designed to provide a step-by-step process for how to use these techniques effectively\, ensuring participants feel confident in their ability to implement what is learned.\n\nParticipants will also receive concrete strategies for overcoming clinical challenges and tips for getting unstuck when working with complex cases. This workshop aims to assist participants in building their systemic integrative framework\, tailoring approaches to clinical practice and work with stakeholders in a way that feels both structured and flexible.  The workshop assumes some foundational knowledge of systemic practice.\n\nSpecifically\, the workshop will cover:\n\nA refresher of systemic concepts\nIntroduction to a systemic integrative meta-framework tool\nA review of different systemic family therapy schools\nPractical application of different systemic techniques in client and stakeholder work\nTips for finding manoeuvrability and getting unstuck\n\nPresented by: Dr Kate Owen is a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Family Therapist with 25 years experience working in mental health.  Kate provides comprehensive services to adolescents\, adults\, couples\, and families. In addition to her clinical services\, Kate provides supervision to individuals and organisations\, and facilitates training across Australia.  Dedicated to teaching\, Kate has taught at several Universities and was the Co-Founder of The QLD Institute of Family Therapy (2018-2024). She is the author of the popular Keep Calm Cards. \nAudience: for mental health and other professionals that apply behavioural/developmental/neuro-science and systemic thinking to their practice. \nMental Health Professionals: All mental health professionals including\, but not limited to Clinical Counsellors\, Psychologists\, Psychotherapists\, Psychiatrists\, Social Workers\, Nurses\, Occupational Therapists\, Youth Workers\, Mental Health Workers\, Addiction Specialists\, Marital & Family Therapists\, Child Protection and Disability Workers\, Domestic and Family Violence Workers\, Guidance Officers\, Speech and Language Therapists\, Residential Care Workers and Foster Support Workers\, Vocational Rehabilitation Consultants\, General Practitioners\, and all other mental health professionals looking to enhance their therapeutic skills.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/advanced-skills-in-systemic-practice
LOCATION:The Glen Hotel\, 24 Gaskell Street\, EIGHT MILE PLAINS\, QLD\, 4113\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Compass%20Seminars":MAILTO:office@compassaustralia.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID="Australia/Sydney":20260526T093000
DTEND;TZID="Australia/Sydney":20260526T123000
DTSTAMP:20260511T110424
CREATED:20260506T031307Z
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SUMMARY:Responding Effectively to Difficult Behaviour eWorkshop 26-May-2026
DESCRIPTION:Organisations are increasingly having to deal with difficult behaviour\, including that of clients\, other members of the public\, stakeholders\, and\, at times\, colleagues in the workplace. Many staff members may feel unsure or unprepared to manage difficult behaviour.  This training will help participants develop their skills and build their confidence. \nThe training will identify the skills staff need to respond effectively to a range of situations and provide clear\, simple\, practical guidelines for managing common difficult behaviours while prioritising staff safety\, helping participants feel better equipped for their roles. \nThis 3-hour eWorkshop will cover: \nGuidelines for minimising risk to workers \nAn overview of how to respond to any difficult behaviour with an emphasis on: the importance of empathy\, the need to act early to change the behaviour of the other person where it is safe to do so; the need to have a stepped response to managing difficult behaviour to help simplify the decisions workers have to make in the moment; how to communicate with people who are very distressed and/or angry\, while ensuring staff safety and well-being. \nPresenter David Cherry will give specific\, detailed guidelines on how to respond to: aggression (whether face-to-face or over the phone); abusive behaviour; persistent\, unreasonable complaints; passive-aggressive behaviour; the person with an exaggerated sense of entitlement; the person who has an indirect style and\, difficult conversations with work colleagues\, (among many other behaviours) to help staff handle challenging situations with greater skill and confidence. \nParticipants’ questions will be encouraged throughout the training. \nThere will be a strong focus in the training on using language effectively to influence behaviour positively. \nThe training will also cover what to include in policies on staff safety and on defusing situations where individuals may be aggressive. \nDavid Cherry will provide detailed notes and an extensive bibliography. \nWhen: Tuesday\, 26th May 2026 from 9:30am to 12.30pm. (AEST) \nWhere: Online eWorkshop delivered via Zoom. You will receive the Zoom details one week prior to the eWorkshop. \nCost: The early bird booking is $220.00 registration (GST included) if registered before 12th May 2026\, if registered after the 12th May 2026 then the Full Price is $275.00. \nTo register: Register and complete payment. A Tax Invoice will be emailed to you. The payment needs to be completed before the workshop occurs\, for the registration to be fully confirmed. \nFacilitator: David Cherry\, a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist with 45 years of experience\, will lead the eWorkshop. \nDavid has run training for over 40 years for workers in the welfare\, health\, education\, disability\, aged care\, and homelessness sectors on a range of topics\, including staff safety and defusing situations where individuals are aggressive; supporting people who are acutely emotionally distressed; managing vicarious trauma; professional boundaries; and managing vicarious trauma. \nDavid has a particular interest in how to structure difficult conversations and use language effectively to achieve the best outcome for all parties. \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/responding-effectively-to-difficult-behaviour-eworkshop-26-may-2026
CATEGORIES:Professional Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew%20King":MAILTO:info@groupworksolutions.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID="Australia/Sydney":20260529T093000
DTEND;TZID="Australia/Sydney":20260529T123000
DTSTAMP:20260511T110424
CREATED:20260317T233850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T233850Z
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SUMMARY:Toxic Love: Breaking The Patterns of Domestic Abuse eWorkshop-29-May-2026
DESCRIPTION:The workshop is for community services and non-for profit organisations\, domestic violence organisations and charities\, health\, welfare and community workers who want to gain deeper insights into the mechanics behind sustained patterns of abuse\, or improve skills in working with victims and domestic violence perpetrators. \ne-workshop based on the book: Toxic Love: Breaking the addictive patterns of domestic abuse. \nClinical psychologist Indira H. Novic and men’s health expert Dean Quirke shed new light on the epidemic of intimate partner violence (IPV). They examine IPV in the context of a behavioural addiction paradigm and highlight strategies to help recognise and respond to this behaviour. \nReaching out to men motivated to stop abusing their partners\, the authors draw on a psychoeducational approach and offer strategies to break free from the cycle of violence. They invite the men to explore the nature of repetitive patterns of abusive behaviours\, and the reasons the patterns tend to escalate in frequency and severity. By dismantling the dangerous aspects of the perpetrator’s personality – that may have become addicted to abusing their partners\, perpetrators feel freer to create healthier relationships. \nThe authors also help the victims to understand what drives an abuser to repeatedly abuse them. Equally important goal is to assist victims to heal from the trauma of abuse. \nToxic Love: Breaking the addictive patterns of domestic abuse \nAuthors: Indira H. Novic and Dean Quirke Info about the book on Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com.au/Toxic-Love-Breaking-Addictive-Patterns-ebook/dp/B08YCYNWLN \nIn attending our 3-hour workshop: \n\n\nYou’ll learn the difference between situational couple violence and sustained pattern of violence (sustained pattern of violence: 95-98% of abusers are men). These two types of domestic violence have different root causes and consequences for the victims. \n\n\n\n\nYou’ll better understand Cobra vs. Pit Bull typology. You’ll also learn why men using Cobra type of abusive behaviours rarely benefit from attending Men’s Behaviour Change Program. \n\n\nYou’ll learn about coercive control and why it is referred to as intimate terrorism. You’ll hear why criminalising coercive control makes sense \n\n\nWhen: Friday 29th May from 9.30am to 12.30pm. (AEST) \nWhere: Online eWorkshop via Zoom. You will receive the Zoom details when payment is received. \nCost: The early bird booking is $220.00 (GST incl) if registered before 15th May 2026. If registering after 15th May 2026 then the Full Price is $275.00 (GST incl). Payment is required prior to attending the eWorkshop. \nTo register: Register and complete payment. A Tax Invoice will be emailed to you. The payment needs to be completed before the workshop occurs\, for the registration to be fully confirmed. \nFacilitator: Dean Quirke \nDean Quirke specialises in men’s health and wellbeing\, primary prevention education and community development. His area of expertise is in the use of behavioural science and prevention strategies to help empower boys and men. He has worked and partnered with key stakeholders within the community to tackle a variety of social issues that impact the lives of young men\, including domestic violence\, youth violence\, suicide\, social isolation\, addictions\, unemployment and lack of purpose and direction. In 2015\, Dean founded the Young Men’s Group and Empowering Youth; Changing Lives Program. These initiatives have since made an impact in the lives of over 500 young men from all walks of life across Sydney\, including Fairfield\, Bankstown\, Canterbury\, Mosman\, Maroubra and Botany. \nHis skills in facilitating workshops are highly sought after in the areas of youth and men’s wellness and community development. \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/toxic-love-breaking-the-patterns-of-domestic-abuse-eworkshop-29-may-2026
CATEGORIES:Professional Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew%20King":MAILTO:info@groupworksolutions.com.au
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