Working with self-harm

Increase your awareness of the range of self-harming behaviours. You will understand the meaning and function of self-harm, and how mental health professionals and counsellors can facilitate a reduction in self-harming behaviours. This course is aimed at counsellors, other helping professionals and trainees. It is not aimed at people seeking help for the specific course subjects.

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Key course information

Date
06/05/12

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 17:30

Fees ?
Full fee: £59NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
PT528

Availability
This course has finished

NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

Course outline

What is the course about?

This course aims to enhance awareness of self-harm along a continuum from lack of self care through to self mutilation. It will explore the emotional, physical and psychological reasons underpinning self harm and provide an evaluation of the therapuetic interventions to aid healing. The workshop will look at prevalence of self harm , the range of self harm behaviours and the psychological meaning behind such behaviour such as affect regulation, dissociation, control, shame, guilt and suicidal ideation which surface during the healing process.

What topics will we cover?

The range of self harm behaviours along a continuum of self care through to mutilation, including eating disorders and substance abuse.
The emotional, physical and psychological meaning of self harm, along with factors that might produce such behaviours.
The impact of self harm on individual, family and society.
Recurrent themes which emerge during healing such as affect regulation, dissociation, anger, guilt, shame, control and suicidal ideation.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Identify the full range of self harm behaviours, from lack of self care through to self-mutilation, eating disorders, and substance abuse.
Identify the emotional, physical and psychological factors underlying self harm behaviours.
Recognise the indicators, signs and symptoms of self harm.
Evaluate the long term effects of self harm.
Assess the range of therapeutic interventions and their effectiveness when working with clients who self harm.
Understand the origins and meaning associated with recurrent themes encountered in the healing process such as self regulation, dissociation, anger, shame, guilt, control and suicidal ideationality.
Implement effective healing strategies to resolve issues around anger, shame, guilt and suicidal ideation.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is open to all helping professionals and trainees who have an interest in this area.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Teaching methods will include tutor presentations; audio-visual aids; class discussion; small group work; use of case studies and art work and active class participation.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

None. Handouts and worksheets will be provided by the tutor, including a list of useful books on CSA to enhance future learning.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Feedback will be given by the tutor including consolidation exercises to monitor progress.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

You will be informed of other courses on related topics such as CSA that may be of value for further progression.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2530

counselling@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in course advice (term-time only) Tuesdays 13.30 - 14.30 (please ask at the Department Enquiry Desk).



To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Psychology, counselling & personal development

Tel: 020 7492 2530

counselling@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in course advice (term-time only) Tuesdays 13.30 - 14.30 (please ask at the Department Enquiry Desk).



To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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