Description
This CPD covers working with children and teenagers, through informative discussion, engaging activities and a wide range of creative ideas and resources.
The aim of this CPD is to inspire participants to feel confident in working with children and teenagers and will involve informative discussion, engaging activities and Sian will share a range of specific, creative ideas and resources.
What you will learn
The content will cover:
The key points of Solution Focused practice when working with children.
Understanding a range of childhood conditions for which Hypnotherapy is effective.
How to build rapport and communicate effectively with children, including those who are reluctant, unwilling or unable to talk.
How a solution focused approach supports children in the development of their own solutions to problems.
The importance of recognising and acknowledging children’s strengths.
How to engage children in the process effectively, including creative ideas for the younger age range.
How to tailor the Initial Consultation – including an adapted Information Gathering handout.
The importance of setting clear goals and how to measure them effectively.
Utilising scaling and the Miracle Question to develop goals.
How to communicate with parents, manage their expectations and encourage behaviour that will impact positively on the process.
Hypnotherapeutic interventions which can be utilised with children.
Different ways children respond during hypnosis and how to manage this.
Age appropriate metaphors and language patterns – including handouts.
Your toolbox – ideas for props and sensory aids.
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