2015-2016 Professional Development Courses childhood.org.au/training Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III Training Program in Affect Regulation, Attachment and Trauma. Advanced Skills/Certification Course information Sydney
Contents Introduction Introduction 3 Course participants 4 and pre-requisites Your questions answered 5 about the course Course facilitator bios 6 Course content 7 Course timetable 8 Fees schedule and 8 payment options Course cancellation 9 Further information 9 Enrolment form 10 Payment form 11 The Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III: Advanced Skills Training provides a supportive group environment in which Level II graduates are able to refine skills (under close supervision from SPI Trainers) at each stage of the therapy process for both trauma and development/ attachment sessions that are required for certification in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. Rigorous evaluation and assessment are integral parts of the Level III Training. Students perform self-evaluation, peer evaluation, and receive ongoing feedback from trainers. Following each module, students complete formal assessments of their skills and receive formal assessments from Trainers to track skills acquisition required for certification. Each Level III module includes exercises, practice, video assessment and transcript analysis, review of homework assignments, demonstrations, and individual feedback from Trainer to student. Certification in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy is awarded by SPI Trainers to competent graduates who successfully complete the Level III Training and who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency in SP concepts and skills. Those who achieve this high level of proficiency are awarded Certification and the right to use the qualification Certified in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and the title Certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapist. Certification is an individualised process for each student, and attainment of all the necessary skills for certification status may require work beyond this training. Participation does not necessarily equal certification, and is pending demonstration of ability. There is a post training program for those who do not reach certification status by the end of the training. A graduate of this course who has achieved certification is called a Certified Advanced Practitioner in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy or Certified in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. Page 2 Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III 2015-16 Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III 2015-16 Page 3
Course participants and pre-requisites Your questions answered about the course This course has been developed for education, welfare and health professionals working in the field, with previous qualifications and significant experience. It is expected that these participants are: seeking to enhance current practice creative and willing to be challenged looking for relevant information in a different mode of intervention seeking inspiration, validation or energising working with traumatised individuals and those who support them. The course would suit psychotherapists, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counsellors, nurses, pastoral care workers, family therapists, drug and alcohol workers, sexual assault workers, creative arts therapists and education professionals. To undertake this course, you MUST have completed the Level I and Level li curriculum of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and provide evidence of this. You will also have a clear interest in sensorimotor interventions, experience in working with traumatised individuals and an understanding that this course is targeted to a postgraduate level audience. If you have any queries about your suitability for the course you can: Review the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute website at www.sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org or Contact the Australian Childhood Foundation on 03 9874 3922 or email training@childhood.org.au Has this course been run before? This course has been run by the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute in locations around the world, including USA and the Netherlands. The Australian Childhood Foundation and the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute have partnered to offer Sensorimotor Psychotherapy courses in Australia since 2010. This partnership has stemmed from a successful speaking tour by the Director of the SPI, Dr. Pat Ogden in 2009. Will I be able to use my previous experience as a pre-requisite for this course? This course can only be accessed by those who have completed the Level I and Level II curriculum with the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. Who are the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute and the Australian Childhood Foundation? The Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute is an educational organisation dedicated to the study and teaching of a somatic approach to clinical psychotherapy practice. It was founded by Dr. Pat Ogden. Sensorimotor Psychotherapy is a body-oriented talking therapy that integrates verbal techniques with body-centred interventions in the treatment of trauma, attachment and developmental issues. For more information, visit www.sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org The Australian Childhood Foundation is a national not-for-profit organisation working to support, treat and advocate for children and young people who have experienced abuse, violence and trauma. The Foundation has a strong reputation for providing innovative, cutting edge, quality services including training programs. For more information, visit www.childhood.org.au How will the course be delivered? The course is delivered via 24 face to face training days over an 18 month period. As with Level I and Level II, there is an expectation that participants will complete reading between each learning block to enhance the experience. The instructional methodology incorporates lecture, audio/visual resources, discussion, demonstration, experiential exercises and in the moment practice of skills. An extensive video library of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy sessions with traumatised individuals is again provided for participants to access online. The delivery model is one that reinforces participant s skills, acknowledges their expertise and seeks to extend their engagement throughout the course. Page 4 Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III 2015-16 Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III 2015-16 Page 5
Course facilitator bios Course content Esther Perez, MA, LMFT Esther Perez, MA, LMFT obtained a B.A. in Psychology and Anthropology from UCLA, an M.A. in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica, CA, and has a background in dance and movement. She is also trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and in Sandplay therapy. She has specialised in working with neglected, traumatised, and severely emotionally disturbed children and their families. Esther has been a guest lecturer at the University of Southern California, and has often presented at various clinics in Los Angeles, CA on child mental health issues and therapeutic modalities. She recently moved to Malaga, Spain, where she is providing services to adolescents and young adults dealing with eating disorders. She also teaches Sensorimotor Psychotherapy internationally. Rochelle Sharpe Lohrasbe, PhD, RCC Rochelle Sharpe Lohrasbe, PhD, RCC holds a PhD in Child and Youth Care (UVIC). Beginning with a career in forensic psychiatric nursing, she has had 25 years of clinical experience in the areas of post-traumatic stress and developmental issues. In her private clinical practice Rochelle sees both children and adults who have experienced abuse, neglect and other traumatic experiences. She is an EMDRIAapproved consultant in EMDR, facilitates for the DNMS Institute, and has presented at numerous conferences on these issues. Level III: Advance Skills/Certification Training Curriculum The Length of this Training is 144 hours. Practice techniques through exercises and role-play with classmates. Consultation and feedback from instructors regarding practicum with clients and skills necessary for certification. Individual troubleshooting, consultation and assessment to assist each student in refinement skills. Analysis of audio and videotapes, and individual assignments to help each student refine their skills. Homework and study group assignments that include tape analysis to help each student refine their skills. Attention to each student s character strategies, counter-transference tendencies, and traumatic patterns as they interfere with certification skills. Experiential exercises, individual processing as well as relevant didactic material and discussion are included. Review and analysis of videotaped student sessions. The Level III course has a practical focus and will enable participants to learn and apply specific techniques and strategies. The course may also require students to engage with the material at both a personal and professional level. Page 6 Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III 2015-16 Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III 2015-16 Page 7
Course timetable Course cancellation The Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III course requires attendance at 24 facilitated days, divided into 8 x 3 day blocks. All training days will run from 9.00am 5.00pm, unless otherwise advised. The Sydney course will be held at a central location to be advised on enrolment. Sydney course dates: Block 1 Friday 13 March, 2015 - Sunday 15 March, 2015 Block 2 Friday 1 May, 2015 - Sunday 3 May, 2015 Block 3 Friday 10 July, 2015 - Sunday 12 July, 2015 Block 4 Friday 4 September, 2015 - Sunday 6 September, 2015 Block 5 Friday 6 November, 2015 - Sunday 8 November, 2015 Block 6 Friday 12 February, 2016 - Sunday 14 February, 2016 Block 7 Friday 8 April, 2016 - Sunday 10 April, 2016 Block 8 Friday 8 July, 2016 - Sunday 10 July, 2016 Cancellation by Australian Childhood Foundation The Australian Childhood Foundation reserves the right to cancel this course if there are insufficient registrations within twenty (20) business days prior to the course commencement date. The Australian Childhood Foundation may also substitute the scheduled course facilitators at any time. If the Australian Child hood Foundation is required to cancel the course for whatever reason, all Registered Participants will be notified and will receive a full refund of all fees paid. Cancellation by Registered Participant If a Registered Participant cancels their registration for this course for any reason, the following refund process will apply: Cancellation a minimum of twenty (20) business days prior to course commencement - full refund Fee schedule and payment options This cost includes 24 days of training, individual student support all course materials and catering - morning, afternoon tea and lunch for all sessions. Cancellation within 19 days before the first session refund of all fees minus $3000 Cancellation on or after the day before the first session - no refund will be given, unless in exceptional circumstances as negotiated with the Australian Childhood Foundation. To provide a range of opportunities to enable you to access the course, the following payment options are available: Early bird payment - Full course payment and registration must be received prior to 19/12/2014 $11,500 Standard payment - Full course payment made with registrations received on or after 20/12/2014 Early bird - installment payments (payment by 4 instalments of $3,000 each) Standard - installment payments (payment by 4 instalments of $3,250 each) $13,000 Early bird Standard Installment payment dates are: Instalment 1 Instalment 2 Instalment 3 Instalment 4 On registration received on or before 19 December, 2014 On registration received on or after 20 December, 2014 30 April, 2015 3 August, 2015 18 December, 2015 30 April, 2015 15 August, 2015 31 December, 2015 Further information For further information about the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III course please contact the team at: training@childhood.org.au or 03 9874 3922 You can also see further information about the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute or the Australian Childhood Foundation at: www.sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org www.childhood.org.au Please note: Anyone who has attended the ACF Child Trauma Conference (4 8 August 2014) is eligible for a $200 discount on whichever payment option they choose. Page 8 Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III 2015-16 Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III 2015-16 Page 9
Registration form Payment form 2015-16 Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level III training course Direct Debit Name: Role: Organisation/ Agency: Postal address: Bank Name Branch Account Name BSB Account No. Contact number: Mobile: Email: Pre-requisites (Please ensure that you provide copies of your Level I and II SPI completion) My qualifications are: Credit Card Card Type: Visa Mastercard AMEX Diners Card Number Expiry CCV My experience in this field include: Cardholder Signature I heard about this course from: Please choose one payment option. Option 1. Full Payment Authorisation I authorise the Australian Childhood Foundation to deduct the following payment in full upon receipt of my registration. I want to do this course because: Please Tick Payment option Total amount Dietary requirements: Special needs: Registration Fees All fees are GST inclusive and include morning tea and lunch. Save money by booking early. 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