Professional Development

CPD for professionals:

Grief & Loss” Saturday 16th January (9am – 4pm) in person CPD training. Email for more information. This workshop has been designed to support professionals in clinical practice working with clients who are experiencing grief and loss. During this workshop you will be a valuable member of a small group of other professionals who will gain experience and knowledge about working with the many presentations that come under this theme. Together, we will explore Interventions, along with how specific client groups experience grief and loss- we will look at adult clients, children, young people and LGBTQ+ clients. We will look at the different types of grief such as Grieving for unknown or complex relationships, Anticipatory grief and disenfranchised grief. It will be a valuable opportunity to learn therapeutic theories and approaches along with practical interventions that you can use to actively support clients living with grief and loss

“LGBTQ+ Awareness” Thursday 28th January 2027(9am -1pm ) In person CPD training. Email for more information. This In person workshop in Hebden Bridge has been designed by our specialist therapist to support professionals working with clients from the LGBTQIA+ community. During this half day workshop, you will be a valuable member of a small group of professionals who will share their experience and gain new knowledge and experience. It will be an opportunity to learn about the LGBTQIA+ community, the history and the culture and issues that may affect or impact your clients directly.

“Lisa was fantastic, very knowledgeable and enthusiastic the session was well structured, engaging and sensitive to the needs of all participants allowing time and space for everyone”

‘Working with clients who self harm’: Saturday 20th February 2027. Hebden Bridge. Full Day- £75pp. An “Informative, Engaging & Insightful”. This ‘in person’ workshop suitable for teachers, pastoral care officers, teaching assistants, social workers and therapists working with clients, students and service users who are actively self-harming. Gain valuable experience, knowledge and practical interventions from a specialist, experienced therapist so that you leave the session with actionable new skills that you can use in your own setting. Together, we will explore the sensitive subject of self-harm, the ethical implications for professionals and the principles of safety planning. You’ll Learn therapeutic approaches and interventions that will actively support your people in your setting and because we are limiting the size of this group we can ensure you get what you need from the session. Crucially, we discuss vicarious trauma, burnout and how we can support ourselves.

“I found this workshop Interesting and enjoyable, walking away with actionable interventions that I feel confident using has been so helpful as it’s given me confidence with this client group.”

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1:1 Clinical Relational Supervision for counsellors and psychotherapists:

Whether online or in person, Jo welcomes enquiries from qualified professional therapists looking to experience a relational approach to clinical supervision. “I incorporate the use of Hawkins and Shohet’s seven-eyed model to guide, encourage openness and invite curiosity within the supervision relationship. I offer a safe, nurturing environment where unconditional positive regard, guidance and motivational support allow for honesty and vulnerability when discussing all aspects of clinical work. Jo’s aim is to create robust, long lasting, supportive clinical relationships with supervisees who wish to grow in their own professional development and embrace their own unique style of working. It is imperative that we take good care of ourselves and supervision is an important aspect of the therapist’s self-care. Not only can I support you in your private practice, I can support you in your life and career goals. Within our unique working relationship I can attend to your professional needs by motivating and supporting you to grow and further your knowledge, develop your ambition and flourish in your career.

Email counsellingwithjowood@gmail.com

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“I really enjoyed the practical activities, the workshop was well structured, engaging and informative. I would highly recommend this workshop to anyone looking to develop their skills in this area, I particularly found the practical interventions helpful”

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1:1 Therapy 4 Therapists:

Are you a therapist looking for space to reflect and explore? It can be tricky, as a therapist to find a therapist A) who is comfortable working with other therapists and B) Who is able to offer a without judgement space where challenge feels gentle and safe and growth and development is possible. Here at Dialogues we offer specific services to our therapist colleagues. We want to offer space so that you can mindfully care for your own self whilst taking care of your clients and supervisees. We can offer a truly confidential and non judgemental space, either short or long term, in person or online. We can be there for you, not just for when life gets tough and it’s time to dip back into your own personal therapy, but for a dedicated space for your own reflections and self understanding through the ages and stages of personal and professional life. We all need a bit of support from time to time, even us… especially us! Feel welcome to reach out and schedule a boundaried, confidential chat with us. talktodialogues@gmail.com