June 2022
Tue 28 Jun 2022
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (5 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | The diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is often misinterpreted and misunderstood. Gain a broad understanding of what is considered a Borderline Personality Disorder, recognise the impact and discover why those diagnosed present differently. Learn how to support each individual effectively.
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Wed 29 Jun 2022
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | Develop an understanding of significant ethics and boundaries concepts. Learn to make decisions that protect people’s rights while minimising the risks to the healthcare worker, and use an ethical dilemma problem-solving framework.
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Thu 30 Jun 2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | This advanced workshop explores how the principles of trauma informed care could be applied to your particular field of practice. It considers strategies to appropriately respond to challenges around engagement, re-traumatisation, dissociation and loyalty to trauma.
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Tue 5 Jul 2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
This workshop provides an overview and update of current approaches to working clinically with people with Co-existing Mental Health and Substance Use Problems (CEP).
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Tue 5 Jul 2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | This workshop provides an overview and update of current approaches to working clinically with people with Co-existing Mental Health and Substance Use Problems (CEP).
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Thu 7 Jul 2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
Develop your understanding of people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, so that you can better respond to, and support them. Learn how to identify triggers and provide proactive interventions.
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Thu 7 Jul 2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP |Develop your understanding of people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, so that you can better respond to, and support them. Learn how to identify triggers and provide proactive interventions.
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Tue 12 Jul 2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
This workshop introduces an advanced linguistic model which enables counsellors, therapists and helpers to conversationally assist healing and change in their clients.
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Tue 12 Jul 2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | This workshop introduces an advanced linguistic model which enables counsellors, therapists and helpers to conversationally assist healing and change in their clients.
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Thu 14 Jul 2022
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (4 hours)
Learn about the experience of common mental disorders: mood disorders, psychosis, and Anxiety Disorders. Develop a better understanding of how to best support those with mental illness and their family members.
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Thu 14 Jul 2022
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (4 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | Learn about the experience of common mental disorders: mood disorders, psychosis, and Anxiety Disorders. Develop a better understanding of how to best support those with mental illness and their family members.
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Tue 19 Jul 2022
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (5 hours)
Gain the knowledge and skills to use an evidence-based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) model designed in a way that is fun and engaging for children and youth.
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Tue 19 Jul 2022
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (5 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | Gain the knowledge and skills to use an evidence-based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) model designed in a way that is fun and engaging for children and youth.
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Wed 20 Jul 2022
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
Our lives rely on effective interpersonal skills both personally and professionally. This workshop aims to give you those skills to effect safe and effective relationships with clients in support-focused situations while maintaining your own safety and boundaries.
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Tue 26 Jul 2022
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (3 hours)
Know how to respond and recover from empathy fatigue and emotional burnout – essential tips and strategies.
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Tue 26 Jul 2022
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (3 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | Know how to respond and recover from empathy fatigue and emotional burnout – essential tips and strategies.
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Tue 2 Aug 2022
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (3 hours)
Develop skills and increase your knowledge around assisting individuals who present with alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues. Recognise problematic AOD use, understand the impact on the individual and family/whanau and how to access support services in Canterbury.
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Tue 2 Aug 2022
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (3 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | Develop skills and increase your knowledge around assisting individuals who present with alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues. Recognise problematic AOD use, understand the impact on the individual and family/whanau and how to access support services in Canterbury.
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Thu 4 Aug 2022
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (4 hours)
This workshop will provide a general introduction to the experiences and impacts of Psychosis. After exploring what is meant by Psychosis and how it impacts, particular focus will be given to ways to support an individual with active symptoms of Psychosis in relation to support, risk management and referral.
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Thu 4 Aug 2022
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (4 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | This workshop will provide a general introduction to the experiences and impacts of Psychosis. After exploring what is meant by Psychosis and how it impacts, particular focus will be given to ways to support an individual with active symptoms of Psychosis in relation to support, risk management and referral.
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Tue 9 Aug 2022
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
Gain the skills to identify and de-escalate an agitated person while keeping yourself and others safe. Gain confidence in managing distress and aggression, and strategies for self-control. Learn the role of communication and the importance of debriefing following a challenging situation.
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Tue 9 Aug 2022
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | Gain the skills to identify and de-escalate an agitated person while keeping yourself and others safe. Gain confidence in managing distress and aggression, and strategies for self-control. Learn the role of communication and the importance of debriefing following a challenging situation.
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Wed 10 Aug 2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
Sleep is essential for health and wellbeing. Come along to learn strategies and tools to optimise sleep ‘health’ for self-management and/or to help clients.
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Wed 10 Aug 2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | Sleep is essential for health and wellbeing. Come along to learn strategies and tools to optimise sleep ‘health’ for self-management and/or to help clients.
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Tue 16 Aug 2022
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (3 hours)
Develop your confidence in how to manage persons with suicidal ideation and self-harm behaviours. Discuss recent New Zealand data on suicide and self-harm, models for understanding risk and protective factors, along with recommendations for management plans. This is a highly interactive and practical workshop for professionals wanting a refresher or for those who are new to the area of suicide and self-harm.
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Tue 16 Aug 2022
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (3 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | Develop your confidence in how to manage persons with suicidal ideation and self-harm behaviours. Discuss recent New Zealand data on suicide and self-harm, models for understanding risk and protective factors, along with recommendations for management plans. This is a highly interactive and practical workshop for professionals wanting a refresher or for those who are new to the area of suicide and self-harm.
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Wed 17 Aug 2022
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
In all aspects of our daily lives we are interacting and communicating with others yet so often there are times when there is miscommunication and confusion leading at times to conflict and less than satisfactory outcomes in the workplace.
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Wed 17 Aug 2022
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | In all aspects of our daily lives we are interacting and communicating with others yet so often there are times when there is miscommunication and confusion leading at times to conflict and less than satisfactory outcomes in the workplace.
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18 - 25 Aug 2022
Thursday 18th & 25th August, 9:00AM - 12:30PM
ONLINE WORKSHOP | This workshop will provide a general introduction to the experiences and impacts of anxiety. Particular focus will be given to Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder and Generalised Anxiety Disorder. * This workshop will be held over two days. To qualify for attendance, you must attend both sessions.
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Wed 24 Aug 2022
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM (3 hours 30 minutes)
This workshop will cover current research on trauma, including vicarious trauma, and how this affects the everyday life of people.
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Wed 24 Aug 2022
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM (3 hours 30 minutes)
ONLINE WORKSHOP | This workshop will cover current research on trauma, including vicarious trauma, and how this affects the everyday life of people.
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Tue 30 Aug 2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
Men often experience mental health differently to women - in the way they perceive wellbeing, experience distress and how they seek and respond to help. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of key themes, communication and response considerations as well, so they can effectively support their male clients.
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Tue 30 Aug 2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
ONLINE WORKSHOP: Men often experience mental health differently to women - in the way they perceive wellbeing, experience distress and how they seek and respond to help. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of key themes, communication and response considerations as well, so they can effectively support their male clients.
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Thu 1 Sep 2022
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
Change is constant and it can sometimes be hard to manage. This workshop will explore perception, control and aims to develop your skills to help clients navigate change.
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Fri 2 Sep 2022
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
Those who understand conflict and their own reactions to it can manage difficult encounters with diplomacy, credibility and professionalism. Rather than fearing conflict you can become proficient at handling it with confidence and competence.
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