GroOops Dyslexia Aware Counselling
February Newsletter
Hello Everyone,
Here we are, already at the end of February...Where does the time go?! Here at GroOops we have been keeping busy:
* Providing 1:1 counselling to a number of new and existing clients
* Passing referrals on to our growing Dyslexia Aware Emotional Wellbeing and
Counselling Network
* Planning and taking bookings for events and presentations for 2019
* Preparing for our next Fundamentals training workshop in April
* Working on our Annual Report, which will be available on our website in a few
months from now
* Pennie speaking at the All Party Political Group (APPG), about Neurodiversity,
on the 20th March
For further information please scroll down...
Our Quote of the Month:
"You'll never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success is found in your daily routine." John C. Maxwell
Counselling
Counselling with GroOops and the GroOops Network
Many organisations provide excellent practical support and coaching. However, few specialise in providing a space totally dedicated to hearing about and addressing the secondary and constitutional presentations of *Dyslexia.
We are a charity that tackles the impact and all the complex emotional issues that Dyslexia may bring – not just for the dyslexic person but for their families, colleagues and peers too.
While we try to make ourselves as accessible as we can by offering both face to face and Skype counselling sessions, unfortunately we are not always able to see everyone who gets in touch. This is why we have developed the GroOops Dyslexia Aware Emotional Wellbeing and Counselling Network. Our network is made up of experienced therapists who have undertaken our Fundamentals of Dyslexia Aware Training and who we consider competent to take referrals.
We have had wonderful feedback from our clients. In fact, we have found that 80% of clients who have provided us with their feedback post-counselling have reported a reduction in their anxiety levels.
If you would like to speak to us about counselling, please don't hesitate to contact us either by email or by phoning +44 (0)208 346 0941.
Feedback: "It's been a huge relief. Understanding more about neurodiversity has made me appreciate and know myself more and to take heart from that." - STUDENT
"My anxiety is at 2 no 1 as I am going through a difficult time at work, but it is thanks to my counselling that I am managing this situation at level 2 and not 5, so its very positive :) Also I now feel like I can begin me life, it's a very exciting time - thank you so much!" - CIVIL SERVANT
*We use the term ‘Dyslexia’ because it is the most common of all Sp.L.D.s. What we do is largely applicable to all the other conditions known to be related such as Dyscalculia, A.D.H.D., A.D.D., Autism Level 1 (Asperger’s Syndrome), Dyspraxia and Dysgraphia. Many of these conditions can overlap and often coexist.
GroOops Dyslexia Aware Emotional Wellbeing and Counselling Network
The GroOops Dyslexia Aware Emotional Wellbeing and Counselling Network was launched less than 6 months ago and has already helped us to ensure that dyslexia aware counselling is more widely available.
At present we operate from 10 areas in and around London and hope to reach even further very soon. Many of the counsellors on our network also offer Skype appointments.
Network membership is open to professionals who have attended at least one Fundamentals course; who are committed to supporting the dyslexic community and the GroOops vision of an emotionally healthy dyslexia aware world and are willing to engage in ongoing CPD in this area of specialism and share learning.
For further information please email us or call +44(0)208 346 0941.
Next Fundamanetals Workshop
April, 2019
April Fundamentals Workshop Dates:
Wednesday 10th, Thursday 11th & Friday 12th April, 2019.
We have a few spaces still available, so if you are interested in joining us for this retreat style CPD workshop please email us or telephone
+44(0) 208 346 0941.
This stimulating and intensive THREE-day workshop offers both an understanding of the Emotional Repercussions of Dyslexia, and also practical applications to address the issues that it creates. It gives participants the opportunity to put recently learned skills into active practice. It is a valuable toolkit for all those who support dyslexic people such as counsellors, trainers, supervisors, social workers, youth workers, tutors, teachers, teaching assistants, and managers etc., and will provide knowledge and skills that can be used directly with clients.
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
CBT
Social Engagement Theory
PolyVagal theory
Ego-state work
Neuroscience
Psycho-education
Mindfulness
Coaching
3. Space to reflect and recharge in a retreat style setting 4. Opportunity to practice with like minded practitioners 5. Strategies to address anxiety and depression
Feedback:
"The course helped me to have a framework on how to go about assessing and understanding the needs of the client and how to respond to those needs in the way that works for the client." - SCHOOL COUNSELLOR & PSYCHOTHERAPIST
"It has been an enriching experience both personally and professionally. It has helped me to understand myself as well as my clients better." - COUNSELLOR & PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Presentations & Events
We deliver presentations, webinars and workshops for associate dyslexia organisations and produce informative videos to inform interested parties about the emotional repercussions of dyslexia and what they can do about it.
We also work with colleges, universities, HR departments etc., to up-skill their managers whilst working with individuals on the emotional repercussions.
This year we are touring various SEN conferences and GroOops' Founder and Director, Pennie Aston, is currently writing a book on the Emotional Repercussions of Dyslexia.
Previous presentation topics include:
Addressing the Emotional Repercussions of Dyslexia
Mad, Bad, Sad – or just dyslexic?
Being Dyslexic and Coming to Terms With Who You Are
How to understand your resident dyslexic...(partner/manager/worker/child) Please insert as appropriate!)
Relationship 101 - Understanding the Dyslexic in Your Life
Impact of Dyslexia (And Other Neurodiverse Conditions) on Learners' Mental Health
Dyslexic Wellbeing - The 8 D's of Dyslexia
We are now taking bookings for presentations, lectures, keynote speeches and webinars. If you would like further information about GroOops' presentations, events and webinars, please email us or call +44(0)208 346 0941.
Thank you for your wonderful, ongoing support for us and our mission of creating an emotionally healthy dyslexia aware world.
Pennie and Amanda
on behalf of the Board of Trustees.
For further info contact Amanda on 020 8346 0941 or info@grooops.org
