Overview
This 7 week course is aimed at birth parents/families of children affected by trauma through adverse childhood experiences like domestic violence, family break-up, bereavement, parental mental health issues and/or substance misuse. It has attachment theory underpinning all modules.
The usual cost of this course is £250 per person. Thanks to funding from The National Lottery Community Fund we are able to offer it at the massively reduced price of £25 per person. An additional family member may attend for free with a paying attendee, when accessing the event from the same device. You only need to book one ticket as there is space on the booking form to add an additional attendee’s details.
Email tas@parentingspecialchildren.co.uk for booking details.
Please note that payment by ‘invoice request’ is only available where professionals have agreed to pay for a ticket for a family they support.
Event outline
Topics covered:
- Impact of trauma in early childhood
- Attachment Theory, Internal Working Models, and Life Story work
- Symptom overlap with Autism/ADHD/Sensory Processing
- Understanding and managing behaviour and stress
- Working effectively with schools
Facilitators
Nuala Hemphill
Parenting Practitioner and Trainer
Nuala is a seasoned professional with over 35 years of experience in teaching and management within the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) sector. In her role with the charity, she delivers workshops and courses, contributing her extensive expertise to support and educate both families and professionals. She also plays a vital role in the Trauma & Attachment Education Advocacy service, where her background as an adult psychotherapist and specialist trainer is invaluable. Nuala is well-versed in trauma defences, reactive attachment, foetal alcohol syndrome, anxiety, and ADHD, bringing a wealth of knowledge to her training and advocacy work. In addition to her professional experience, Nuala has personal experience as an adoptive parent and kinship grandparent carer. This personal connection further enriches her understanding and empathy, allowing her to offer nuanced and compassionate support to those navigating similar circumstances.
Mary van der Merwe
Parenting, Sleep & Neurodivergent CYP Practitioner
Mary van der Merwe is a dedicated neurodiversity advocate with experience in supporting and training individuals and professionals on Autism and trauma. Within PSC, she leads the A-Team, a group for autistic and ADHD primary and secondary aged girls, providing a space where they can meet other neurodivergent girls and be their authentic selves. As well as this, Mary delivers specialized training programs that emphasize the neurodiversity paradigm, and co-ordinates and delivers specialist 1:1 support. Mary is also a trainer on the National Autism Trainer Programme training CAMHS and the NHS to help improve outcomes for Autistic individuals.
Coming from a neurodivergent family herself, Mary’s personal insights and professional expertise drive her commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all.
Attending details
On booking you will receive a confirmation email from Eventbrite. Please check your junk folder!
Zoom Requirements:
– Please have Zoom downloaded to your PC for the best experience. You can download the software here: https://zoom.us/download#client_4meeting
– You need a Zoom account to access the workshop. You can sign up for a free Zoom account here: https://zoom.us/signup
Accessing the Event:
The Zoom meeting ID, passcode, and link will be emailed 3 days before the event, and also 1 hour before each session. Please check your junk folder.
Zoom will ask you to register for the event. Please provide your first name and surname. This allows us to note attendance for our records. The email address requested by Zoom is the one associated with your Zoom account. If there is more than one person on your booking, and you are accessing the event together from one device, then please put both of your names in the Zoom registration form when you join the event.
Please do not sign in/register using ‘Apple ID sign in’ as this removes your name and email address from the Zoom report and we cannot log your attendance, resulting in a DNA (Did not attend) against your name.
Please note that you may not record the event or take screenshots. This is to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of attendees.
Many of our events have waiting lists. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so we can offer your place to waiting families. We require 7 days notice of cancellation to offer a refund.
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