This 3 day integrated training programme is aimed at providing workers with a deeper understanding of Mental Health issues and skills for working with clients.

This course will introduce participants to contemporary, evidence based, best practice in Mental Health work and;

• Increase knowledge and skills
• Build confidence
• Deepen understanding and values
• Show evidence of continual professional development (CPD)

This programme is offered as a complete training package, participants are required to attend all sessions.

DAY ONE

Signs and symptoms of the major mental health problems, including depression, anxiety, psychosis, bi-polar and personality disorders:

• To identify and understand the nature of different mental health issues, the impact on people, their families and carers
• To develop an awareness of the treatment modalities available and how to access them, including referral pathways and the role of professionals

DAY TWO

Principles of a good needs assessment:

• How to involve clients in a collaborative and dynamic process and communication skills for recognising the Biological-Psychological-Social aspects of a holistic approach to initial and on-going assessment
• The importance of risk assessment and principles of good practise, personal safety, self-harm and suicidal ideation
•  Setting and maintaining professional boundaries, ethics and confidentiality

DAY THREE

Promoting change, client engagement and wellness plans:

• To develop confidence in communication skills with those experiencing emotional distress
• To understand client involvement and a range of goal setting skills appropriate to specific needs
• The importance of purposeful activity and social skills training
• The principles of informed consent, capacity and the Mental Health Act (1983 and 2008 Amendments)
• Clinical supervision and professional development
• Cultural Competence
• Introduction to useful websites and further reading

Dates: Wednesdays 1st,  8th and 15th October

To Book: Contact Junaid Zico

Personality disorder is a condition that can be difficult to describe or diagnose. It is a major challenge in the field of psychiatry. It is often characterised by a pervasive pattern of mood instability and difficult behaviours. This often creates a sense of confusion and can trigger negative feelings in those working with such clients.

 This one day course is aimed at anyone working in a supportive role with people who wish to gain a deeper understanding of this complex and troubling condition and how it is different from the more familiar mental health issues.

Course objectives and content:

• To explore the nature of ‘personality’
• To gain a deeper understanding of the nature of the types of different personality disorders ( Including narcissistic and borderline) and the “3 clusters”
• How to recognise the symptoms that characterise them, including DSM IV classifications
• To explore the theories around the causes of personality disorder, especially problems arising from difficulties in early bonding and attachment issues
• Through the use of case studies explore some of the difficulties in terms of working with personality disorder
• To explore the impact of destructive behaviours including illicit drugs and alcohol abuse
• To consider ways of managing own stress and feelings when working with those exhibiting personality difficulties
• To explore treatment options available in line with recent developments in psychological therapies and appropriate sign posting
• An awareness of cultural aspects in our understanding of personality disorder

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is now a key psychological approach being used to help people in a range of settings. It uses evidence based skills that enable people to learn how thoughts, feelings and behaviours are linked, and the patterns that can create emotional problems. It allows people to develop an understanding of how powerful changes can come about through a step by step process by using CBT.

This 3 day experiential training programme is aimed at providing workers with a practical understanding of this increasingly influential approach to client work. Understanding and using CBT can help clients to overcome unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and contribute to their recovery and empowerment.

This programme is offered as a complete training package, participants are required to attend all sessions.

Course Content

Day 1: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy-The Spirit and Principles

• What CBT is and how it can help people learn better coping skills
• Vicious cycles that perpetuate problems and keep people stuck
• Guided Discovery to help people identify and challenge negative thoughts
• A range of interventions that can increase confidence
• The role of CBT in helping people help themselves

Day 2: The Application of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy – Part 1

• Principles of “needs” and “wants” assessment
• Using a structured approach: anxiety, depression, cravings and compulsive behaviours, including problematic drug/alcohol use.
• Behavioural experiments that encourage change in real life; putting the “B” in CBT
• Risk assessment and appropriate referrals

Day 3: The Application of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy – Part 2

• Rising above thoughts as a new coping strategy
• Overcoming barriers by Acceptance and Compassion focus
• Mindfulness and Tolerating Distress
• Imagery and Metaphors/ story telling in CBT

Dates: Mondays 6th, 13th & 20th July 2015

To book: Contact Junaid Zico. Phone: 07725 642419 Email: Junaid@Mindful-monkey.com

Dementia is a syndrome of diseases with related symptoms, associated with an on-going decline of the normal functioning of the brain and its abilities. Dementia is a common problem and numbers are expected to rise as life expectancy increases. Usually dementia affects people who are over 65, chances increasing with age. Dementia is not, however, an inevitable part of ageing nor is it a problem limited to the elderly as, in some forms, it can affect much younger people.

Although the causes of dementia are relatively unknown, the effects are profound. The changes in the brain slowly lead to problems controlling emotions, with memory loss and confusion. People’s personality and behaviour can alter, reducing their ability to carry out everyday activities for themselves. This one day course is designed for anyone working with people experiencing dementia who would like to add to their knowledge and learn the latest skills for Person Centred Care.

Course Content:

• The common types of dementia including, Alzheimer’s, vascular and alcohol related and the associated symptoms
• The less common forms of neurological diseases that lead to dementia
• Possible causes and strategies that may prevent dementia
• Good practice, (including NICE guidelines) and a Person Centred Approach and “feelings based” care
• The part nutrition and complementary therapies may play in helping people to be comfortable
• Treatments that can help people to cope better with their symptoms and improve their quality of life
• Strategies for helping people maintain their identity by making them feel safe and help them develop and keep daily routines
• Strategies for communicating with people with memory difficulties

To book: Contact Junaid Zico. Phone: 07725 642419 Email: Junaid@Mindful-monkey.com

Dual Diagnosis is a new label for an old issue; that is people who have mental health problems and also use or are dependent upon drugs/alcohol. This one-day introductory course will enable participants to understand the often confused and contested debate around dual diagnosis and the difficulties involved in trying to access services. It will also focus on best practice when working with clients who have complex needs.

Course content:

• Identifying the connection between drugs, alcohol and mental health
• Recognising the challenges of effective inter-agency working
• Increasing participants confidence when working with complex needs
• Drugs and mental health – concepts/definitions/interactions
• Categories of mental health problems
• Problems associated with Dual Diagnosis
• Department of Health Guidelines and Good Practice

To book Contact Junaid Zico

Client engagement is a crucial element of our work, without this it is extremely difficult to make any progress at all. Evidence shows that we all process, retain and respond to information (and requests) in differing ways – what works for one person may not work for another. The key to client engagement is the use of a range of effective communication styles to which our clients can relate, enabling us to make greater progress and take our work with clients to the next level.

Skilled workers who can utilise various communication styles will have more chance of developing rapport, building a trusting relationship, and enabling clients to fulfil their potential. These essential counselling skills can help you set goals, enhance motivation and inspire change. This two day workshop will introduce participants to a range of evidence based counselling/communication styles and practical tips, which will add to the skills they already possess.

Course Content:

• Understanding what constitutes good communication and how to do more of what works.
• Exploring the principles and components of effective communication and the importance of congruence.
• Considering practical strategies from MI, NLP and SFT to highlight principles of effective communication to minimise resistance.
• Managing barriers to effective communication and establishing therapeutic boundaries.
• The importance of explaining to the service user that they are actively involved in setting realistic, mutually agreed goals.
• Awareness of cultural factors that go beyond just finding an interpreter.
• Practising communication skills for building rapport and sustaining trusting relationships, including working with transference and counter transference.
• Exploring strategies such as Mindfulness Based Approaches for promoting a sense of calm that enhances effective communication in workers and service users.
• Exploring ways to evaluate effectiveness and outcome measures through self-reflection that is open to change –

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