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SUMMARY:FROM CHAOS to CONNECTION
DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\nA Relational Approach to Challenging Behaviours in Families\, Schools and Communities using NVR\nIn this three-day workshop you will learn how adults (such as teachers\, parents\, foster parents\, and others) can develop a new authority\, that helps to increase presence and overcome impulsive and dangerous behaviours\, while reducing conflict and escalation. \nNon-Violent Resistance (NVR) or ‘Relational Presence\, is an evidence-based approach for health professionals and educators who support families and young people experiencing challenging or complex behaviours. Relational Presence moves beyond traditional rewards and consequences paradigms to provide caregivers with practical\, relationship-focused strategies to address aggression\, anxious avoidance\, and other challenging behaviours. Focusing on de-escalation\, compassionate presence\, and co-regulation\, the approach is proven to reduce children’s challenging behaviours. It can help: \n\nfamilies reduce family conflict and increase parent self-confidence\, develop cooperation in spite of differences\, and find legitimate ways to support and supervise their child.\nschools support teachers to develop an effective presence in the class\, the school yard and the minds of students\, establish an alliance with parents (even the most challenging)\, increase self-control\, build teamwork and develop effective reactions with difficult students or classes.\nresidential care settings to support staff to develop a safe\, connected presence in the home\, community and the minds of young people\, establish an alliance with stakeholders\, increase self-control\, build teamwork and develop effective reactions in difficult situations.\n\nNVR originated out of the movements of Ghandi and Martin Luther King. The subsequent application of NVR in a range of family\, care and school settings has elicited detailed intervention and programs\, with research showing good effect with a wide range of difficulties such as: suicidal threats\, violence\, ADHD\, eating disorders\, problematic internet usage\, school refusal\, anxiety\, foster care\, OCD and failure to launch (adult entitled dependence). In all the fields researched\, the approach led to improvements in the child’s problematic behaviours\, reduced escalation\, improved parental self-control\, and promoted better parent-child relations. \nImmerse yourself in interactive activities\, realistic case studies (covering neurodivergence\, anxious avoidance\, and child to carer aggression)\, and reflective discussions as you will learn both theoretical knowledge and the practical skills needed to confidently overcome challenging behaviours\, while reducing conflict and escalation. Topics include: \n\nExploring the theoretical foundations and evidence-base of the Relational Presence framework.\nDiscovering how to recognise and interrupt escalation cycles.\nLearning the fundamental principles of the model\, including presence and connection\, and how these form the foundation for effective intervention.\nExploring central concepts such as parental presence\, loving persistence\, and active resistance.\nLearning empowering strategies like supportive communication\, relational gestures\, and supporters.\nEngaging in guided introspection and group discussion to explore your own experience of Relational Presence\, deepening your understanding and making the principles truly resonate in your everyday life.\nApplying the Relational Presence framework to complex and personal case studies mirroring your professional experience\, ensuring a practical and deeply relevant understanding of Relational Presence in real-world contexts.\nDiscovering how Relational Presence can be applied in a wide variety of presentations\, including neurodiversity\, anxious avoidance\, device addiction and at-risk behaviours.\n\nIdeal for psychologists\, social workers\, allied health practitioners\, residential support workers\, teachers\, and school counsellors\, Relational Presence training equips professionals with the tools to partner effectively with parents and caregivers – creating a safer\, more connected environment for children and adolescents. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter: Tamar Sloan is a registered psychologist and one of Australia’s most highly qualified Relational Presence (Non-Violent Resistance) practitioners\, bringing extensive experience in both education and community settings. She’s both a private practitioner and supports families in government services. By combining evidence-based principles with real-world application\, she focuses on empowering families\, educators\, and fellow professionals to confidently address challenging behaviours. Tamar’s compassionate\, interactive\, and engaging style ensures participants gain practical skills that foster meaningful\, lasting change for families in their care. \nAudience: for mental health\, education 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\, 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\, Youth Justice\, 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 Principles\, Teachers\, School Counsellors\, School Paraprofessionals and all other professionals who support behavioural challenges and complex learning needs. \n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/from-chaos-to-connection-2
LOCATION:The Glen Hotel\, 24 Gaskell St\, Eight Mile Plains\, QLD\, 4113\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Adolescents,Children,Parent Education,Professional Training,Staff/Team
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260624
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SUMMARY:SOLUTION FOCUSED BRIEF THERAPY - Sydney
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-sydney
LOCATION:Vibe Hotel Sydney\, 111 Goulburn Street\, SYDNEY\, NSE\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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SUMMARY:THERAPLAY LEVEL 1 & MIM - Canberra
DESCRIPTION:Theraplay® Level One & 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 professionals and education professionals at all levels & any professional that applies behavioural\, developmental and relational 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 families. \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
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/theraplay-level-1-mim-canberra
LOCATION:Mantra Northbourne Canberra\, 84 Northbourne Ave\, Canberra\, ACT\, 2612\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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