Description
This workshop provides a basic introduction to core concepts of family therapy theory and practice. It will assist participants to develop new ways of understanding difficulties impacting on families and a range of approaches to intervention. This workshop is a combination of didactic and experiential delivery which seeks to integrate theoretical concepts with practice. It is useful for workers who want to enhance their work with families, as well as those who would like a taste of what it might be like to participate in our award courses.This event will cover:
- Describe the systemic basis of family therapy and the benefits of this framework for understanding family difficulties
- Articulate some of the key developments in family therapy models over time
- Identify key theoretical concepts underpinning family therapy and relate these to practical work with families
- Identify and apply a range of key family therapy skills
- Apply family sensitive practice principles within their own service setting
Trainers
- Franca Butera–Prinzi (Team Leader (Community Services)) — The Bouverie Centre
- Nella Charles (Family Therapist and Clinical Psychologist) — The Bouverie Centre
- Julie Beauchamp (Manager of Clinical Services) — The Bouverie Centre
- Kate Cordukes (Family Therapist - Clinical and Academic) — The Bouverie Centre
- Robyn Elliott (Manager of the Academic Program) — The Bouverie Centre
- Colleen Cousins (Lecturer - Family Therapy) — The Bouverie Centre
Eligibility criteria
Case managers, counsellors, social workers, psychologists, nurses, doctors, occupational therapists, welfare and youth workers, and others in the helping professions.
No prior knowledge or experience of family work is required.
Please note: This course is a requirement of entry for those undertaking the second level of the Master of Clinical Family Therapy Program who have not already completed either level one of the Program or its equivalent. For more information, visit Master of Clinical Family Therapy.
No prior knowledge or experience of family work is required.
Please note: This course is a requirement of entry for those undertaking the second level of the Master of Clinical Family Therapy Program who have not already completed either level one of the Program or its equivalent. For more information, visit Master of Clinical Family Therapy.
Categories:
Capability 8 - Working effectively with families, carers and supporters,
Capability 4 - Understanding and responding to trauma
Disciplines:
Allied Health
Levels:
Introductory
Lifespans:
Child,
Adolescent,
Youth,
Adult
Thursday 22 April 2021
09:30 to 16:30 Add to calendar
09:30 to 16:30 Add to calendar
Friday 23 April 2021
09:30 to 16:30 Add to calendar
09:30 to 16:30 Add to calendar
Monday 26 April 2021
09:30 to 16:30 Add to calendar
09:30 to 16:30 Add to calendar
Tuesday 27 April 2021
09:30 to 16:30 Add to calendar
09:30 to 16:30 Add to calendar
Online - Live Stream
The course cost is inc. GST
Provided by
The Bouverie Centre
For further information contact