A stimulating and intensivethree-day workshop offering both an understanding of the Emotional Repercussions of Dyslexia, and also practical applications to address the issues that it creates.
A valuable toolkit for all those who support dyslexic people such as counsellors, trainers, supervisors, social workers, SENCos, youth workers, tutors, teachers, teaching assistants, and managers etc., and will provide knowledge and skills that can be used directly with clients.
The workshop has been designed as a foundation for professionals who already have a basic understanding and practice of dyslexia support and wish to expand their learning within a therapeutic framework. It is also excellent in helping dyslexic professionals appreciate their abilities and life experiences. It will help develop your skills and confidence in working with dyslexic clients and add new techniques to your strategy toolbox.
WHAT YOU'LL BE GETTING?
You will join a small group of like-minded individuals for a three-day, retreat-style therapeutic, skills training programme addressing the Emotional Repercussions of Dyslexia based in a tranquil, harmonious setting that nurtures personal and professional wellbeing. We will be focusing specifically on integrating the learning from our GroOops Dyslexia Aware Counselling experience; developing your personal practice further and direct you in ways to benefit your client base in new and innovative ways.
You will leave this workshop with improved clarity and confidence to incorporate new understanding and skills into your clients’ lives.
YOU WILL GAIN
1. An understanding of how and why emotional repercussions of dyslexia occur.
2. A theoretical overview underpinning our approach including aspects of:
Human Givens
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
PolyVagal Theory
Ego-State Work
Neuroscience
Psycho-education
Coaching
Mentoring
3. Strategies to address anxiety and depression
4. Opportunity to practice with like-minded practitioners
5. Space to reflect and recharge in a retreat style setting