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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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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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SUMMARY:Mediation Training Course – May 2026\, Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:Mediation Training Course: CHCSS00142 Mediation Skill Set and Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards (AMDRAS)\nBecome an accredited mediator with our intensive course and assessment.\n\nLearn to facilitate mediation\, a structured and facilitated negotiation process for resolving disputes.\nGain the practical skills needed to be a mediator – an independent and impartial person who assists people in conflict to generate options\, negotiate agreements and resolve disputes.\nDevelop knowledge and skills of the mediation process\, and how to apply these when working with clients\, customers and colleagues\, including across workplaces and community settings.\n\nThis course provides nationally recognised training and assessment for the CHCSS00142 Mediation Skill Set through the Australian Qualifications Framework. \nAfter successful completion of the course and assessment day\, you will be eligible to apply for Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards (AMDRAS) Accreditation. \nYou will then be ready to take the next step in your career! \nCourse completion also meets the requirements for entry into the CHC81115 Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution. \n\n\nCourse dates\nPlease note: In order to complete the course\, you must attend all sessions listed below. The introductory webinar will be recorded for those who cannot attend the live session. Please ensure that you are available on the workshop and assessment dates specified below\, before enrolling\, as alternate sessions will not be available. \nIntroductory webinar\nOnline materials will also be available from this date. \n\n4 May from 10am – 12pm (Victorian local time)\n\nPractice workshops\nAll workshops can be delivered either online or in-person in Camberwell\, Victoria from 9am – 5pm (Victorian local time) daily on: \n\n3 June\n4 June\n5 June\n11 June\n12 June\n\nAMDRAS assessment day\n\nDelivered online or in-person in Camberwell\, Victoria on 15 June from 9am – 5pm (Victorian local time)\n\nDelivery/location\nPractice workshops and the AMDRAS assessment can be delivered online via Zoom or in-person in Camberwell\, Victoria. \nGet started\nIf you’re ready to take the next step in your career\, enquire now via the button at the top of the page. \nYou can also contact us for more information: \n\nCall us (03) 8573 2222\nEmail us at ravtraining@rav.org.au\n\n\n\n\n\nRelationships Australia Victoria (RAV) is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO registration code 21977)\, providing nationally-recognised courses. Through our RTO\, RAV is regulated by ASQA\, and maintains its compliance with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015. \n\n\n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/mediation-training-course-may-2026-hybrid
LOCATION:Online or in-person in Camberwell\, Victoria.\, QLD\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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