What is covered on the course?
Running through the course is the development of a personal protection plan, which is about identifying what might be needed to move forward. It is also designed to empower by providing tools and techniques to help achieve goals . Related to this are sessions on using mindfulness techniques which can help to focus on strengths and abilities.
Also covered are sessions on options for next steps, such as seeking further help, using accountability structures, facilitated meetings, legal redress, attending survivor groups.
Who is the course for?
If you’re feeling stuck, feeling bad or thinking about what happened to you so much that it interferes with your life you may benefit from this course. The course is broadly based around the accepted three stages of recovery from trauma - Safety, Remembrance & Mourning, Reconnection.
When would a referral to this program be appropriate?
Commissioners of health or social care or other services can refer people as part of remedial treatment arrangements following exposure to abusive professionals. Complaints or ombudsman inquiries may include a requirement for specialist treatment to be funded by the relevant authority. Treating therapists who identify a need for their clients to have additional specialist support may also refer to the course.
Are there set topics?
Yes, there are a range of topics, however each course is developed in part according to the needs of the people who book to attend, so there may be some variations in emphasis over time. Likely content includes:
• Personal Protection Plan
• What boundaries are important to me?
• My Story–What I need now, what might help others?
• Film Clips
• Difference between personal and professional relationships
• Mindfulness
• Safe Boundaries, Boundary Crossings, Boundary Violations
• Perpetrator typologies
• Trauma & repetition
• Understanding what happened – transference issues
• Next steps and forward options
• What is empowering?
What are the course fees?
The standard course fee is £270. For people not able to fund the standard price we are able to provide places at a significantly reduced price. Sometimes it is possible for third parties such as NHS commissioners to arrange payments. Please contact the Clinic to discuss payment options.