Playful, practical and purposeful approaches to childhood anxiety

Melbourne later in 2019 – dates TBC

This interactive workshop provides a comprehensive overview of childhood anxiety and practical ideas for working with preschool and primary school aged children.  A range of therapeutic activities are presented that can be used with children and their families.  We suggest that you consider attending our Creative Ways to Help Children Manage Emotions workshop prior to attending this one (that workshop also has lots of playful and practical ideas for helping anxious children!).

 

In this workshop you will –

Learn about anxiety in preschool and primary aged children

Learn about key approaches for therapy

Learn how to adapt therapy for different age groups

Learn how to adapt therapy for children with developmental difficulties, including Autism Spectrum Disorders

Learn how to work effectively with anxious children and their families

Gain practical skills in assessing and treating anxiety

Learn a range of creative activities that you can use with children and families, some of which are new and others are included in our book, Helping Children Manage Big Feelings.

 

Cost –

$320 early-bird (registration by two-months prior to workshop date)

$360 standard

 

You will receive –

A hard copy of Helping Children Manage Big Feelings (rrp AUS $39.99)

An copy of the slide pack.

 

Who is this workshop for –

This workshop is for therapists who work with children and families.  This includes psychologists, social workers, counsellors, occupational therapists, and speech therapists.  The workshop is suitable for both less and more experienced therapists.  Therapists who have previously enjoyed our Creative Ways to Help Children Manage Emotions Workshop will enjoy attending this one too.

 

What our participants have said –

“Loved it! Practical and useful” – Vicki Andrew, OT, 20 years’ experience.

“Really, really, really good PD.  Everyone was still VERY engaged at 4pm – that says a lot!!!” – Clinical Psychologist, 6 years’ experience

“I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and feel that I have a full “toolkit” of activities to help children manage their anxiety and have had an opportunity to practice these as well” – Provisional Psychologist, 1-2 years’ experience.

“Expert knowledge and experience of the presenters was incredibly useful! One of the most practical workshops I’ve been to.” – Psychologist, 4 years’ experience