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Are you prepared to navigate conversations around sex with confidence and ease? Join us for an engaging in-person workshop with Olivia Teahan, a Cork-based sex educator, designed to support both individual and couples therapists in addressing sexual well-being with clients. Enhance your therapeutic skills with practical, respectful, and informed knowledge.

What You’ll Learn:
- How to respectfully and clearly communicate about sex with clients
- Techniques for helping clients freely express preferences and concerns
- Strategies for supporting clients’ sexual wellbeing
- Up-to-date sex education for therapists to confidently raise this topic in practice

Topics Covered:
- The importance of educating mental health practitioners in psychosexual issues
- Accurate language for sexual interests and concerns
- How to navigate change in function and sensation (age, illness, etc.)
- Barriers to sexual communication
- Sexual response & Desire cycles
- Fear cycles in sex

Workshop Details:
Date: Saturday, 23rd November 2024
Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: Maldron Hotel, South Mall, Cork
Cost: €59 (includes tea/coffee)
CPD: 4 IACP-approved CPD hours

About the Presenter: Olivia Teahan brings her expertise as a sex educator and founder of the SxSláinte project to this essential workshop. She offers shame-free, accessible guidance on psychosexual issues, with experience in areas such as sexual health after cancer, menopause,

and empowering clients with accurate language around sexual health.

Secure your spot and take this valuable opportunity to deepen your practice! Spaces are limited.

Find out more by [clicking here>>>].

January 2025 Cohort is Now Open For Enrolment!

Are you working with mothers, partners and parents in the transition to parenthood? Or would you like to? There is such a desperate need for specially trained providers who can support individuals and couples within the perinatal period (including fertility, pregnancy, loss, birth trauma, postnatal challenges and becoming a parent). No previous perinatal experience needed.

The Perinatal Mental Health Institute is delighted to offer a 10 month, 30 CPD, online training provides comprehensive learning around the entire perinatal period. Following completion of the course learners will be able to demonstrate a clear and confident understanding of:

• Healthy Matrescence (transition to motherhood)
• Scope of the perinatal period, its distinct stages and their challenges
• Prevalence, risk factors, symptoms and common presentations of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs)
• Mental health challenges associated with fertility and the impact of these challenges on mental health outcomes.
• Grief and loss within the perinatal period and its impact during and after the loss, as well as on subsequent pregnancies.
• Mental health challenges associated with experiencing perinatal trauma such as traumatic birth, loss, NICU stays or infant/maternal physical health complications.
• Impact of PMADs on the parental relationship and family dynamic within the early development years and beyond.
• Identification of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and their symptoms.
• Utilizing evidence-based screening tools and assessments
• Ability to conduct differential diagnosis between distinct Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
• Skills and techniques to provide empathetic and evidence-based support for challenges specific to the perinatal period.
• Ability to identify crisis situations and to respond appropriately to support the health and safety of mother and baby; including reporting requirements.
• Application of learned skills through peer consultation and case studies.

This course has been internationally recognized for 30 CDP credits through the CPD Standards Office and is an approved advanced training with Postpartum Support International

Course Structure

• Monthly 3 Hour Live learning sessions for 10 months. Next Cohort Starts January 2025. Each monthly session covers a specific topic within the perinatal period and includes time for case consultation
• Training takes place on the 2nd Wednesday of every month on the following dates: January 8th, February 12th, March 12th, April 9th, May 14th, June 11th, July 9th, August 13th, September 10th, October 8th). Recordings available if you are unable to attend a particular session.
• Learners receive access to a virtual learning platform where they can access:
• • Recommended readings on the topic of the month
  • Tools discussed in session for download
  • List of resources for provider as well as a list for clients associated with the topic of the month
  • Access to a peer support discussion board between sessions for questions
• Students will also receive access to the PMHI Community Hub for the duration of the course. Included in the hub membership is continuing education, speakers and shared resources around the perinatal population

This course is limited to 15 participants to promote an intimate learning environment that ensures community building and deep understanding. Cost is €1,350 with payment plans available.

10% Early Bird Discount on full payment option available with Coupon Code EARLYBIRD until November 14th

For more in-depth enrolment information: https://www.perinatalmentalhealthinstitute.com/apmht

About the Instructor:

Rebecca Reddin is the Founder of The Perinatal Mental Health Institute. As a PSI Chartered Psychologist and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist with Postpartum Support International, she is passionate about the creating in-depth, powerful, and evidence based trainings that explored the complexities of the transition to parenthood; including everything from the expected clunkiness of Matrescence, to the intense impact of PMADs and everything in between. Rebecca has been working with the perinatal population since 2010 in both impatient and private practice settings and has a wealth of knowledge on how to care for this population. Rebecca received similar training in the US and is excited to bring this depth of training here. Rebecca has provided digital and in person trainings for small groups, families, mental health professionals and Fortune 500 companies through her role as a Psychology Specialist and Trainer throughout her career.

For more information about The Perinatal Mental Health Institute:

https://www.perinatalmentalhealthinstitute.com/home

For more information about Rebecca and her Private Practice:

https://mindfulrootscounselling.com

Contact Rebecca: Rebecca@perinatalmentalhealthinstitute.com

Restorative YogaSOMATICS with Essential Oils

YogaSOMATICS Restorative Yoga with Essential Oils is an immersive experience which brings together elements of somatic movement, restorative yoga and aromatherapy. YogaSOMATICS founded by body therapist and yoga teacher Ateeka, emphasises gentle, intuitive movement to deepen mind-body awareness, release tension and promote emotional healing. When integrated with restorative yoga and essential oils, this approach creates a deeply relaxing and transformative experience.

YogaSOMATICS offers spaces of containment and exploration through aware movements, breathing, relaxation, mindfulness, meditation and contact bodywork. It is a return to connect to one’s own bio energy, through slow and subtle movement in a first-person relational experience. It may appeal to those who are new to yoga or as a self-care body practice.

Testimonials:

“A beautiful gentle way of working, and I loved the integration of music with the yoga” ~ Marian

“The last session was so healing with reference to my own life source, “prana”. I am so grateful for your wonderful gift to me” ~ Donna

Previous participants have described the practice as “transcendent”, “an exploratory space” and “a sensitive body practice”.

WHEN:

Mondays 18th, 25th November & 2nd, 9th & 16th December

OR

Wednesdays 20th, 27th November & 4th, 11th & 18th December

Time: 7.30-8.30pm UK and Ireland / 8.30-9.30pm Spain via Zoom

Zoom link and practicalities will be sent the day before the first class of each journey. Each class Zoom recording will be available for a 7-day playback.

CPD:

An attendance certificate will be provided after the 5 weeks.

INVESTMENT + LINK TO BOOK:

€75

https://auraspace.es/book-a-class-VmPFq/p/mahogany-yin-and-embodiment-series

SUITABILITY: 

The course is open to all levels. If you have any injuries or illnesses that may affect you practicing or if you are pregnant, please let Deirdre know and contact me directly in advance to discuss auraspacespain@gmail.com

BIO:

Deirdre Madden is a qualified psychotherapist (non-practicing) and YogaSOMATICS teacher. She is the founder of Aura Space which provides spirit-infused rituals for earthly souls. She believes that YogaSOMATICS is an excellent practice for self-healing, energy protection and self-care. Deirdre is also qualified in Vinyasa Flow, Yin and Yoga Nidra, has been a practitioner of yoga for almost 20 years with a growing interest in body work and psychic development.

Exploring Therapists Perspectives on Potential Applications and Interrelations of the Horror Film Genre to Psychotherapy Theories and Clinical Practice.

Hi! My name is Michaela Neylan, and I am a final year Psychotherapy student at Dublin City University. I am looking for interested psychotherapists that are:

• Accredited by a recognised national counselling organisation (e.g. I.A.C.P, I.A.H.I.P).
• Attending regular clinical supervision.
• Any gender aged 18 years and above.
• Fluent in English.

Psychotherapists work with themes that exist within the horror film genre, daily in their clinic. The potential benefits of taking part may include adding to dialogue in how psychotherapists understand and relate to horror films and the themes within. Through exploring and sharing the impact of film (especially with mental health themes that are taboo or dark) psychotherapists may be better able to relate to difficult experiences or feelings in their client work.

Interviews will take 45 minutes via Zoom or on DCU campus at a date/time that best suits you. If you are curious about anything, please reach out to me be email: michaela.neylan3@mail.dcu.ie or by phone: 085 815 4890.

Supervision
Supervisor available
IAHIP accredited

Based in Newcastle, County Wicklow
Reduced cost service available

Connie Ryan, MIAHIP
Phone 087-9257746
connieryan1609@gmail.com

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Diploma in Expressive Arts for Professionals

Credits: 60 CPD Points

Award: Participants who successfully complete the programme will be awarded ICPPD’s DiplomainExpressiveArtsfor Professionals

Venues: Delivered in person in Athlone (one weekend per month)

Why I should consider this Course?

• Course Content Teaching,
• Learning and Assessment Strategies
• Online Application
• Additional Course Information

To Book: www.icppd.ie

Irish Society of Jungian Analysts in conjunction with the Irish Analytical Psychology Association Presents live on Zoom Thursday, 7th November 2024: 19:30–21:00 (Irish time) __________________________________________________________________________________ Disease as the Shadow of the Body Wendy J Bratherton, Jungian Analyst “This is your body, your greatest gift, pregnant with wisdom you do not hear, grief you thought was forgotten, and joy you have never known.” (M. Woodman and J.Mellick, Coming Home to Myself) In this talk Wendy will show how engaging with disease as “shadow in the body” can enable us to make changes in our lives and find meaning in our suffering. Since disease is located in the body, if we want to engage with this aspect of shadow, we must delve deeply into the unconscious memories which are stored in the body. Jung appreciated the depth of connection between mind and body. Between 1934-9 he gave a series of lectures to colleagues where he warned of the dangers of becoming too intellectual and ignoring the body. Jung said, “The body is merely the visibility of the soul, the psyche: and the soul is the psychological experience of the body. So, it is really one and the same thing.” Wendy will look at the link between mind and body and focus on Jung’s concept of the psychoid psyche, together with some recent insights from neuroscience and outline some clinical examples. Wendy Bratherton is a retired Jungian Analyst (SAP London) and a Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist (CSTA). She was an Infant Observation Seminar Leader for 25 years and trained with Marion Woodman in BodySoul work. She has run Body Soul workshops with Marian Dunlea and helped with her online BodyDreaming Modules. She is a safe and Sound Protocol Provider, using sound to help heal trauma. She has contributed to Contemporary Jungian Analysis, ed. I.Alister & C. Hauke, Routledge 1998, and Jung’s Shadow Concept ed. C.Perry and R. Tower, Routledge 2023. ≈ Visit Eventbrite for further Information & Booking Details: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/disease-as-the-shadow-of-the-body-with-wendy-bratherton-jungian-analyst-tickets-1027902543177 ≈ Registration closes on Wednesday, 6th November@ 18:00 Admission: €22.42 / Students: €17.07 Booking is via Eventbrite only This event will be recorded, and the link will be available for 2 weeks for the personal viewing of registered participants only. _________________________________________________________ General enquiries, please contact Nola at isja.events@gmail.com

Irish Society of Jungian Analysts in conjunction with the Irish Analytical Psychology Association Presents live on Zoom Thursday, 10th October 2024: 19:30–21:00 (Irish time) ____________________________________________________________________________________ Photo credit: Cedrus Monte Awestruck in nature do we wander Cedrus Monte, Jungian Analyst It could be argued that any true healing of neurosis would need to bring both spiritual life and the natural world to a new understanding. We are perhaps still trying to solve the problem of healing on a too personal, psychological level. Jung was deeply concerned over the loss of our connection with Nature, with the Great Mother. The word “matter” has become a purely intellectual concept. How different was the former image of matter — the Great Mother — which could convey profound emotional meaning. By wandering in the natural world, we begin to awaken to our primal, embodied connection to the Great Mother and feel the awe and gratitude that are ours to receive when we open to the beauty and mysteries that are an integral part of the natural world. In this way we might in part begin to heal, at the level of soul, an ever-increasing neurotic and collapsing world. Cedrus Monte, Jungian Analyst, graduate of the C. G. Jung Institute (1996) Member of IAAP (emerita)/AGAP.  Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, she now lives and practices in Zurich, Switzerland. In addition to numerous papers included in Jungian anthologies, she has published CORPUS ANIMA: Reflections from the Unity of Body and Soul (Chiron Publications) and A MEMOIR OF MEMORIES: Remembering the Death of My Mother (Little Owl Press, Zurich; with accompanying podcast on Speaking of Jung, episode 68). Visit Eventbrite for further Information & Booking Details: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/awestruck-in-nature-do-we-wander-with-cedrus-monte-jungian-analyst-tickets-991059685197 Registration closes on Wednesday, 9th October @ 18:00 Admission: €22.42 / Students: €17.07 Booking is via Eventbrite only This event will be recorded, and the link will be available for 2 weeks for the personal viewing of registered participants only. ___________________________________________________________ General enquiries, please contact Nola at isja.events@gmail.com

Join us this November for the Professional Certificate in Couples Therapy course, designed to provide you with both theoretical insights and hands-on skills for effectively working with couples.

This training is ideal whether you work with couples or not, as it provides deep insights into relationship dynamics that will greatly benefit your individual client work.

What you’ll learn:

• Comprehensive understanding of couples therapy techniques and theories.
• Integrative approach to resolving deep-rooted relationship issues.
• Tools to enhance communication and conflict resolution between couples.
• 6 Models including Gestalt relational approaches, Developmental Model, Terry Real’s Relational Life Therapy, etc.
• 23 Topics including Communication skills, first sessions, vulnerability cycles, family of origin work, sexual issues, and more.

Details:

• Date: 4 full days (in-person on 8th/9th & 29th/30th November 2024) and 2 evening workshops (via Zoom). Thursday 21^st November 7-9 pm and Thursday 12^th December 7-9pm.
  
• Location: Maldron Hotel, South Mall, Cork City
  
• CPD Hours: 24 CPD hours (IACP approved)
  
• Participants: Limited to 15 participants

This course provides an immersive learning experience, combining theoretical study with experiential learning. Whether you’re a seasoned therapist or just starting out with couples work, this course will equip you with the skills to help couples achieve lasting change.

Register now to secure your place in this transformative course! Spots are filling up quickly.

Find out more about the course here: https://instituteofcouplestherapy.com/core-training/

Couples Therapy is not just about resolving conflict, it’s about understanding deeper relational dynamics. This training is designed to equip you with confidence and creativity in addressing long-term issues.

Testimonials

Over 100 People Have Purchased Our Webinar Courses, and 90% of Professional Certificate in Couples Therapy Courses (Online & In-person) Slots Filled This Year!

“This was a fantastic course and I would highly recommend anyone who has any interest in working with couples but unsure of where to start to take the leap and sign up for one of Karen’s trainings. Karen has a fantastic ability to impart her knowledge around couples therapy in such a clear and transformative way. The four day training was very much geared to providing very useful tools and structures into your practice with couples work, regardless of your own experience in this area. The added bonus of multiple resources, future training, networking opportunities and supervision options is also invaluable.”- Maria Gleeson

“I have attended many trainings during my nearly twenty years of psychotherapy practice but I can honestly say that this was one of the most stimulating, inclusive and comprehensive trainings I have attended. Karen has a natural ability to impart her knowledge of couples therapy in a way that makes it vital and interesting. She is generous in sharing her resources and experience. For anyone who is considering training in this area I highly recommend this particular one.“ - Elizabeth Cullen

An ideal family can be defined as a unit, whatever it consists of, that provides love, support and stability to its members. It is a family where each member feels valued, respected and understood. An ideal family fosters a positive environment for growth, learning and emotional well-being.

This workshop was created to explore the issues that we carry with us throughout our lives when the aforementioned, ideal family conditions do not exist, for whatever reason. We will delve into a healing process regarding the missing elements of family, whatever that menas to you and explore how to build meaninful reparative family systems going forward.

The work employs Gestalt techniques. Gestalt is primarily a creative, emotional process incorporating body processes, art, music, ritual and expression.

Dates: 26th & 27th October 2024
Venue: De La Salle Retreat Centre, Elderfield, Castletown, Co. Laois, R32 N6D8
Cost: €300.00

Accommodation extra, available on request.

For further details contact: Alan Hackett, 087 747 4421, Email: alanhackett@gmail.com