Working with trauma: A person-centred approach
Understand trauma from a person-centred perspective and reflect on the place of technique, strategies and interventions in trauma therapy.
This event aims to give participants an understanding of trauma from a person-centred perspective. Drawing on Rogers’ theory of personality development to understand the impact of trauma and the role of the therapeutic relationship in supporting recovery and growth following adversity.
Learning outcomes
This training will support participants to:
- understand what we mean by psychological trauma
- consider the post-traumatic response in the context of Rogers’ theory of personality development
- identify common ground across theoretical understandings of trauma, recovery, and growth
- reflect on the place of technique, strategies, and interventions in trauma therapy
- to consider the clinical challenges inherent in working with complex trauma
- to understand the mechanisms by which person-centred therapy can facilitate psychological well-being and post-traumatic growth
Facilitator - Susan Dobson
Susan Dobson is a person-centred therapist with experience working in a variety of settings including the voluntary sector, private practice, and EAP service providers, with a particular interest and specialism in working with trauma. She currently works as a counsellor with Clydesdale Counselling and Human Development Project and operates her private practice from her home office.
Susan is an experienced trainer and facilitator, she is the Senior Learning and Development Officer for Glasgow’s Public Protection Unit and is a regular contributor to the Post-Qualifying Award for Independent Domestic Abuse Advisors. Susan is also a Registered Social Worker with over 20 years experience of working with children and vulnerable families. She is currently undertaking an MA in Trauma Studies at Nottingham University.
Handouts and CPD certificate are included in the price.
Please note that a delegate space is not guaranteed until payment is received.
Cost
£95 / Student £75
Methods of payment
Handouts and CPD certificate are included in the price.
Please note that a delegate space is not guaranteed until payment is received.
Minimum numbers: 12 - Please note that the workshop is subject to cancellation or re-scheduling if the minimum number required to make them viable is not reached. In this situation, the following options will apply:
- Receive a full refund (excluding Eventbrite's fee if you pay using this method).
- Hold the space until a new date has been offered.
- Move the booking to another workshop.
- Receive a credit note to use at a future date.
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'This event was well worth attending as the subject of trauma is very topical in today’s world. The presenter was able to distill, define and communicate her knowledge of the subject in an interesting, informative, and understandable way.'
'A really informative workshop that promotes that person-centred therapy strongly has its place in working with trauma.'
'Susan is an excellent professional and practitioner and a wonderful role model for the PCA.'
'A rich and useful training experience. Clarity through a person-centred lens when working with trauma.'
'Susan has a very clear and concise teaching manner, the day was paced very well, with a combination of teaching slides and group time, questions were welcomed throughout the day, and answers were well thought through.'
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