Course details

Session 1 Basic Principles
Facilitating positive outcomes and understanding our limits
The voluntariness-coercion spectrum
Moving from I observe you to I observe us
Eight relational constants: free agency, equity, balance, trust, dialogue, reciprocity, agreements, the story
Behaviour has meaning
The control dilemma    

Session 2 The language of behaviour and the language of relationships
The four modes of expression
Understanding the link between feelings and needs
Speaking a language of feelings and needs
Interpreting non-verbal behaviour

Session 3 Redefining the narrative
Shedding light on inner perspectives of relationships
Reworking the story within a language of feeling and needs
Working with the child or young person’s developmental drives to increase motivation
Defining and narrating the beneficial path

Session 4 Working restoratively
The urge to punish
Comparing consequences, sanctions, and reparation
Enabling children and young people to feel remorse appropriately
Understanding boundaries in a relational context
 
Session 5 The Professional/ Personal balance
Appreciating your need for mental health
Understanding what can be controlled and what can’t be controlled
Using personal qualities and strengths professionally
Inner boundaries and external boundaries
Protective yourself behaviours

Session 6 Review and reflect
Trainees presentations
Group-led review
Next steps