When working with suicide and self-harm, keeping the relationship central is vital. At NFH Counselling & Consultancy, I offer customised training sessions tailored for individuals, community, and voluntary organisations with a therapeutic and support focus.

This intermediate training programme is dedicated to equipping participants with increased confidence and skills in moving beyond risk assessment and maintaining the therapeutic relationship when responding to suicidality and self-harming behaviour in therapy.

Designed to address the unique challenges and complexities of working with clients experiencing suicidality, this bespoke training covers a range of topics, including relationally responding to suicide and self-harm, exploring the link between suicide and self-harm and balancing risk assessment with therapeutic need. 

Through interactive discussions and case studies, participants will gain practical insights to navigate sensitive conversations, establish effective boundaries, and provide compassionate support to clients in crisis.

Contact me today to schedule a training session on moving beyond risk assessment when working with suicide and self-harm and empower your team to make feel confident in maintaining connection and relationship with those struggling with suicidal thoughts or behaviours.

Example agenda of day session (10:00-16:00)

Morning sessions

Maintaining the therapeutic relationship when suicidality is present

· The importance of exploring our own personal beliefs when working with suicide.

· Understanding suicidal feelings from an interpersonal theory perspective.

· Exploring risk verses therapeutic relationship.

Afternoon Sessions

Exploring self-harming behaviour

· Is there a link between suicide and self-harm?

· The spectrum of self-harm from coping method to suicidal intent.

· What do your experiences in the counselling room highlight to you?

Case studies

· Explore different scenarios related to suicidal feelings and self-harming behaviour.

BESPOKE TRAINING PRICES ON REQUEST

• Group fees from £300 (minimum group size of 6)
• Individual spaces £50 via Eventbrite - Next date 21 September 2024