Description
This workshop will develop clinicians’ understanding and practice in working effectively with people with BPD. It will include a developmental understanding of factors contributing to a diagnosis of BPD, the ongoing effects of early life experiences and complex childhood trauma, and the role of therapeutic relationships in treatment. The workshop will also focus on the assessment of, and working with risk, as well as principles for treatment and treatment planning. This training is ideal for clinicians who are beginning to develop their skills in working with people who have BPD and explores the core common factors of effective engagement with this cohort. Spectrum also offers DBT, MBT or ACT training for more experienced clinicians.This event will cover:
- Contributing developmental factors of BPD
- Principles of a therapeutic relationship in working with people who have BPD
- Structural concerns that impact on engaging people with BPD
- Principles of working with risk applied in the treatment and support of people with BPD
- Practice skills in assessing risk using the risk matrix
- The importance of self care, self awareness and reflection when working with people who have BPD
Trainers
- Peter Smith (Peter Smith is a senior clinician, community educator and trainer and engages in secondary consultation.) — Spectrum Personality Disorder Service
Eligibility criteria
Categories:
Capability 9 - Delivering holistic and collaborative assessment and care planning,
Capability 10 - Delivering compassionate care, support and treatment
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Medical,
Nursing,
Other
Levels:
Introductory
Lifespans:
Adult
09:00 to 16:30 Add to calendar
Richmond
$220 (payable by credit card only). Free for Victorian Area Mental Health Service clinicians. Please email spectrumTregister@easternhealth.org.au to receive the discount.