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Dear colleagues, parents, PDA-ers, friends, and family: On SATURDAY 8TH June we are hosting the first in our collaborative workshop series, and we have named it ENGAGING THE NERVOUS SYSTEM TO 'FLOW' - LIVING AND LEARNING WITH 'PDA'. 'PDA'/'EDA' information is just an online search away. We are inundated with experts whose wisdom we can digest and apply. So why does that experience highlight what we DON'T know? What I have learnt from collaborators - from families, adults, children, and 'not so much children anymore", as well as clinicians and other professionals, tells me that families, parents, 'people' and professionals - don't need standard training as much as to share, and digest, experience. In this first workshop collaboration, we will together shape our context and content through the journeys of people working and living with, PDA. 'What are the limits of our knowledge about PDA now?" "Are you stuck with some of the things that I am stuck with?" "What does this knowledge mean in the here and now of our lives - and our child's life?" "Where are family-practitioners / practitioners/clinicians moving now in their understandings of why, and what they do? "Why??" "What's certain?" "What's in doubt?" "Do our frameworks, theories and advice really stack up?" 'What does work and why? / and where and how does it work?" "What doesn't work for you?" "What do you think you want to learn, find or even change?" "How can we socialise the benefits and moments of learning that constitute the beginning of hope?" It takes all sorts for learning and new lessons to be created, and for hope to be invited - or found, when lost. So, the collaboration workshops process beginning on the 8th of June is not routine training on "the stuff you know with updates". This is hopefully the first in a workshop process in which we will shape the contexts and content together, share the experiences and journeys of adults, children, clinicians, schools and families -- along with other perspectives that help us. The intent is for fully participative and safe conversations in response to the 'demands', doubts, interrogations, experiences, issues ans questions that have accumulated, and that have been brought to all of these forums. Attendees will in any event have take-away materials summarizing current states of knowledge here and abroad. And we will, together, do our best to together, shape and inform practice and knowledge 'demand and focus' as a shared outcome for the group- including opportunities for all to join and participate in the future. I really would appreciate and value your learnings and experience. And if you can't come, please do send your questions, suggestions and input. - Ben Truter, Clinical Psychologist and Director at The Neurodiversity Centre. Link for the event: https://lnkd.in/dYSUG3CR

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Only 3 days to go until our Challenging Behaviours Webinar: Support for the Behaviours that Challenge Us with Vivienne Williams, our Principal OT. This webinar uncovers the many facets that can contribute to challenging behaviours. Learn the root causes behind a child’s behaviour and explore factors including attachment, sensory processing, executive function, anxiety, and neurodivergent styles including PDA. Learn how to analyse a child’s behaviour to increase understanding of how to use intervention strategies. Feel confident in tailoring specific strategies to a child from a collaborative basis. Gain knowledge in a range of behavioural challenges including the disengaged child as well as the explosive child. Learn effective strategies to both prevent the outbursts as well as to manage them in the moment. Who is it for? - Parents and carers - Teachers, teacher aids, and educators - Health professionals What's Included? - A Q&A with Vivienne Williams - Downloadable handouts - Full webinar recording - Certificate of Attendance (3 CPD hours) ❕ Details ❕ Date: Thursday 17th October 2024 Time: 4:00pm – 7:00pm Platform: Online Cost: $104.50 Ticket Link: https://lnkd.in/gVyWUzU2 🔗

Are you ready to expand your skills and take your practice to the next level? The Advanced Practitioner Training Programme could be the key to enhancing your expertise in your current role or preparing you for that new position you’ve been dreaming of. It can also equip you to launch your own tummy time, developmental play, or sensory-based workshops, courses, 1:1 sessions, and programmes that parents and babies will truly love and need! This training is ideal for those working in, or interested in, perinatal and paediatric settings, the early years sector, and parent and baby wellbeing. It’s designed to explore play from a neurodevelopmental perspective, focusing on the vital role of movement and positions for play in the early stages of development. If you’re looking to: • Expand your knowledge, • Uplevel your skills, • Save time planning sessions, • Increase your income, and • Empower families with evidence-based techniques, then this programme is for you! Take your passion for supporting children and families to new heights, make a bigger impact, and drive early intervention through play. www.carlybudd.co.uk

💡 Are you a PGR with a disability or chronic illness? 💡 Join our "Introduction to PGR for Disabled PGRs" workshop, designed to support YOU through your postgraduate journey! Whether you're new or a current PGR, this is your chance to learn about all the resources available to help you succeed at UoM. 📅 Date/Time: Tuesday, 29th October 2024, 10:00 - 11:30 📍 Location: Zoom 💻 Sign up now and secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/efSpRN6G What's in it for you? 🏆 Access support to help you thrive in your research. 🎓 Hear from disabled academics and PGRs about their lived experiences. 🧠 Gain insights on academic skills, financial assistance, and reasonable adjustments. 🔑 Discover how to build personal and professional networks. 🙋♂️ Get your questions answered by a range of experts. Who is this for? All disabled or chronically ill PGRs—whether you’ve shared your condition with the University or not. This session is especially valuable for new PGRs but is open to all. Why attend? Learn about different teams and structures that can support your PhD. Reflect on your academic experience and plan your next steps. Ask questions in a Q&A with academics and PGRs who understand your challenges. #ResearcherDevelopment #Workshop #Disabled #PGRs

*** VITAL INFORMATION FOR PARENTS & TEACHERS *** 🔶 Parents can request an EHCP, not just school - so get those applications in! You don't need a diagnosis! 🔶 A child doesn't need to be 'behind' in order to apply 🔶 You don't have to complete the lengthy application forms or online ‘hub’ 🔶 You don't need to be known to the NHS/social care/other services 🔶 You don't need an Educational Psychologist assessment to have been done 🔶 Your school doesn't have to prove they've spent £6k + 🔶 You can get one even if school is meeting your child's needs There are so many myths, and we are here to bust them so that your child's needs are identified, understood and met. We have so much help on offer for you... Here are some options for getting the ball rolling with your EHC needs assessment request. (if you're looking at this on instagram, DM us for the links!) 🧡 IN PERSON HELP: Join us to write your EHC needs assessment request in person in October, with help from our advocates. Click here to book your place: https://lnkd.in/egXGt8RT 💚 ONLINE LIVE WEBINAR: The Ultimate Guide to Successfully Applying for an EHCP in September: https://lnkd.in/e8FuUPc5 ▶ ON DEMAND: Watch our comprehensive Online guide to applying for an EHCP (available now on the Sunshine Academy) - https://lnkd.in/g7Nqsx5Y (£10.99 per month, cancel any time) 📞 Request a call or hire an advocate to do it for you: https://lnkd.in/eZJWw-Hy 💛 Free resources to download to help - https://lnkd.in/ekmz4Ssr (£free of charge) ☕ Get some lovely moral support and validation over a cuppa at one of our Cuppa&Chat sessions. ▶ Online Cuppa&Chat: https://lnkd.in/ebrjZzd (£free of charge) ▶ In person Cuppa&Chat: https://lnkd.in/emQBApZc (£free of charge) #EHCP #educationhealthcareplan #educationhealthandcareplan #ehcna #sendist #send #senregister #sendco #senco #parents #sendparenting #autism #adhd #disabilities #dld #dyslexia #dyscalculia #sendadvocates #sunshinesupport

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Don't Compare Your Child to Others - Embrace Their Unique Journey with TATHASTU Healthcare As parents, it’s natural to want the best for our children and to see them succeed. However, comparing your child to others can create unnecessary pressure and stress, affecting their mental and emotional well-being. Every child is unique, with their own strengths and pace of development. Instead of comparisons, let’s focus on nurturing their individual talents and providing the support they need to thrive. This is where TATHASTU Student Healthcare Program can make a real difference. Here’s How TATHASTU Can Help: 1. Holistic Health Services:   Regular check-ups, mental health support, and personalized healthcare plans ensure your child’s physical and emotional needs are met. 2. Counseling and Support:   Professional counseling services help children cope with stress, build resilience, and develop a positive self-image. 3. Wellness Workshops:   Workshops on stress management, healthy lifestyle choices, and emotional well-being empower students to take charge of their health. 4. Community and Peer Support:   Creating a supportive environment where children can share their experiences and learn from each other, fostering a sense of belonging and acceptance. By focusing on your child’s unique journey and utilizing the comprehensive services offered by TATHASTU, we can ensure they grow up healthy, happy, and confident in their abilities. Let’s celebrate our children’s individual achievements and support them every step of the way. 🌟 Learn more about how TATHASTU can support your child’s well-being and academic success: https://lnkd.in/dJ85-fyR #ParentingTips #ChildHealth #TathastuHealthcare #MentalWellbeing #HolisticEducation #SupportOurKids #UniqueJourney #StudentWellness #PositiveParenting

Why not take one of our courses on how to implement national standards available on our Learning Hub? We strive to support health and social care professionals to continuously develop and to improve their service through the development of national standards and support materials. These courses were created in collaboration with people using health and social care services, advocates, staff providing care and support, and inspectors of health and social care services. We developed our national standards by using the feedback we received in focus group discussions with people who use health and social care services, people who support them, advocates, and through public consultation. Together, the standards and the courses aim to improve people’s experience of health, mental health and social care services across Ireland. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/euuiTj7N

Only 1 place left, book now to avoid disappointment! Would you like to: 💡 Extend your clinical practice to work with young people 💡 Learn new theoretic concepts to work with an older age range? 💡 Understand the complexities experienced by teenagers and how you can work therapeutically to support them 💡 Support young people aged 12 to 18 years old, or up to 25 years for those young people who are care leavers or have special educational needs. Within this course you will study essential theoretical knowledge, and practical skills required to work ethically, safely and legally with an older age range. You will learn how to apply these theories to practice within your clinical work, whilst using talking, playful and creative interventions to enable the young person to safely express their thoughts and feelings. Within this programme there is a strong focus on the impact of trauma, neurodiversity affirming practice, and the complexities experienced within adolescent development. The Post Qualifying Relational Play and Creative Therapy Course will be led by experts in the field of working with young people and who understand the complexities experienced by teenagers. The course is facilitated over 7 days 14/02/2025 - 20/02/2024, after which you will undertake 60 clinical hours with young people. You will benefit from termly online sessions with your tutor as part of this training programme. Supervision is a requirement of this course and is not included in the course fees. Full course requirements can be found at https://lnkd.in/ebiHrTup This first course is being taught face to face at Box End Park, Bedford. Dates: 14/02/2025 to 20/02/2025 plus quarterly tutorials. #playandcreativearttherapy #playandcreativetherapy #playandcreativeartstherapist #ukplaytherapists #ukplaytherapist #ukplaytherapy #PlayTherapy #cpdtrainingevents #cpdevent #cpdtraining #cpd #therapeuticcpd #schoolofplayandcreativetherapies #therapistsofinstagram