Are you a qualified supervisor looking to refine your skills and expand your expertise?
Renew Counselling and Training is offering a series of CPD (Continuing Professional Development) modules designed to support supervisors in developing their professional practice.
Whether you’re interested in exploring creative approaches, gaining confidence in group supervision, or enhancing your ability to support practitioners in specialist settings, these modules provide valuable learning opportunities.
About Renew Counselling and Training
Renew is a well-established counselling charity with over 120 years of experience. Committed to making counselling accessible and affordable, Renew also focuses on equipping professionals with the necessary tools to navigate the evolving landscape of therapy.
These CPD modules form part of our Supervision Diploma but can also be taken as standalone courses.
Who Can Apply?
These CPD modules are open to qualified supervisors of counsellors, psychotherapists, and coaches who hold accreditation with professional bodies such as BACP and NCPS.
For more details on how to apply, contact Michelle Allen at [email protected] or call 01245 264348.
Upcoming CPD Modules
Working Creatively in Supervision (SA11)
📅 Dates: Saturdays 26 April & 10 May | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Learn how to incorporate creative approaches to enhance the supervision process.
Group Supervision (SA12)
📅 Dates: Saturdays 17 & 24 May | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Develop the skills needed to facilitate and manage group supervision effectively.
Online and Phone Supervision (SA13) – ONLINE
📅 Dates: Saturdays 7 & 14 June | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Enhance your ability to supervise practitioners remotely. (Suitable for those with prior experience in online/phone therapy.)
Supervising in Organisational Contexts (SA14)
📅 Dates: Saturdays 21 & 28 June | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Understand the challenges and responsibilities of supervising within an organisational setting.
Supervising Work with Children and Young People (SA15)
📅 Dates: Saturdays 5, 12 & 19 July | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Develop your ability to support supervisees working with children and young people. (Suitable for those with prior experience in CYP therapy.)
Why Invest in CPD?
Professional development is key to staying at the forefront of counselling and supervision practices. These CPD modules provide an opportunity to refine your skills, enhance your confidence, and connect with other professionals in the field.
For full details and to register, visit our website or contact Michelle Allen at [email protected].
Little Wings of Hope, a dedicated baby loss charity, is launching a specialised workplace training program in partnership with esteemed psychotherapist and training facilitator, Paula Abramson. With extensive experience in bereavement support for families and professional training, Paula will lead this vital session designed to help businesses better support employees affected by baby loss.
Why This Training Matters:
Baby loss is a deeply sensitive issue that can have a significant emotional and professional impact on individuals in the workplace. This training will equip attendees with essential skills and knowledge to:
âś…Â Offer compassionate support to employees experiencing loss
âś…Â Create a more understanding and inclusive workplace culture
âś…Â Navigate difficult conversations with confidence
We welcome HR professionals, managers, leaders, and anyone responsible for staff well-being to join us. By attending, you’ll gain invaluable insights that you can take back to your workplace to foster a more supportive and empathetic environment.
đź“Ť Location: Rivenhall Oaks Golf Club, Forest Rd, Evans Way, Witham CM8 2FX
đź“… Date & Time: Friday 10th October | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
đź’·Â Cost:Â ÂŁ60 per person
Ace Music Therapy have recently received funding from Chelmsford City Council & The Health Inequalities Fund to run a FREE 8 week music therapy group for people that live with chronic health conditions.
The sessions will include, amongst other things, breathwork, meditation, sound healing, gentle yoga, movement, music-making, relaxation and talking.
These sessions are suitable for those who manage any long term health conditions, affecting both physical health & mental health.
📆 The group will run weekly on a Monday, starting on the 3rd of Feb, for 8 weeks. Between 1-2pm at the Langton Scout Hall in Melbourne. ( https://maps.app.goo.gl/KdMa1c2vdKbArYGn9 )
Upcoming CPD for Counsellors and Trainees: Cyber Trauma and Online Harms
Join Renew Counselling and Training for an insightful Cyber Trauma and Online Harms Introduction Seminar with leading expert Catherine Knibbs.
Renew is a local counselling charity with over 120 years of experience, with a mission to make counselling accessible and affordable. This seminar is part of Renew’s commitment to equipping counsellors with the tools to address the evolving challenges of therapy in the modern world.
This one-day seminar is ideal for counselling professionals and trainees who want to develop their knowledge and skills in addressing the critical issue of online harms in therapy.
Key Details:
Date: Saturday 15th February 2025
Time: 10:00 – 16:00 (6 CPD Hours)
Venue: Sadlers House, Chelmsford
Cost: ÂŁ40
What You’ll Learn:
What cyber trauma is and why it matters in therapy
How to identify signs of cyber trauma in clients through clinical observations
Safeguarding strategies to promote online safety for children and young people
This seminar is an excellent opportunity to learn from Catherine Knibbs, a leading voice in cyber trauma and online harms, with a wealth of experience in trauma psychotherapy and online safety.
Schools in Tendring are being offered a free Youth Mental Health First Aid Refresher workshop.
As a MHFAider®, you will need to take the MHFA Refresher course every 3 years to ensure your continued membership of the Association of Mental Health First Aiders®, which provides ongoing development and support plus confidence to fulfil your role.
The workshop is taking place on the following dates:
Online, Tuesday 21st January 2025 from 9:15 – 13:30
Online, Wednesday 12th February 2025 from 9:15 – 13:30
Online, Thursday 6th March 2025 from 9:15 – 13:30
A Zoom link will be sent to you after booking your place.
InterAct are delivering a workshop on Developing Resilience and Wellbeing for Parent Carers Raising Children with SEND & Challenging Behaviours.
Learn how to:
Develop a positive and empowering relationship with yourself and others
Discover the power of self-care and self-acceptance
Find new ways to prioritise your mental health and wellbeing
Practice and rehearse strategies for building your skills and strengthening your resolve to journey on
Share and explore your travels so far
Take note and celebrate the skills you have acquired along the way
Taking place every Wednesday evening from 19:30 – 21:00, starting on 29th January for 6 weeks (except 19th February, as this is half term). Please note the course takes place online via Zoom.
Heads2Minds are delivering a Mental Health First Aid Refresher Training Course.
As a MHFAider, you will need to take the MHFA Refresher course every three years to ensure your continued membership of the Association of Mental Health First Aiders®, which provides ongoing development and support plus confidence to fulfil your role.
Date: 4th February 2025
Time: 9:30 – 14:00
Cost: ÂŁ125pp (RRP ÂŁ225)
Venue: Online via Zoom
You will receive a new workbook, lanyard, crisis card and support app.
To book or get in contact, call 07908616149 or email [email protected].
Course Fee: £90, but £50 to affiliated organisation to CVST. You will receive a workbook, manual, certificate, crisis card and lanyard to take away with you. You will also be affiliated to the Association of Mental Health First Aiders®.
Nearest parking is at Carnarvon Road, CO15 6QE. Refreshments will be provided, please bring your own lunch.
