The Courage to Be Gentle: Personal Growth Through Self-Kindness
Who is it For?
- Qualified counsellors, psychotherapists, or mental health professionals
- Trainee counsellors (minimum Year 2 or equivalent stage)
This workshop is ideal for those engaged in ongoing supervision and/or personal therapy as part of their practice.A reflective workshop for counsellors and second year trainees.
Bracknell Open Learning Centre | 3 hours | Max 16 participants
This workshop offers a spacious, reflective opportunity to explore self-kindness, emotional resilience, and the relationship we hold with ourselves - often called "the first relationship."
Drawing from the work of Kristen Neff (Self-Compassion), Petrūska Clarkson's Five Relationship Model, and Adlerian ideas of self-belief and relational meaning, this session invites attendees to slow down, connect inwardly, and engage with self-compassion as a courageous act.
It is not therapy, nor clinical training, but a personal development space designed for qualified or in-training counselling professionals seeking to nurture their own emotional insight and reflective practice.
What to Expect
- A guided, experiential space rooted in relational theory and self-awareness
- Reflective exercises, writing, and gentle discussion
- Opportunities to consider how self-compassion supports your therapeutic presence
- A supportive, held group process (not group therapy)
Certificate of Attendance
All participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance confirming 3 hours of personal development work.
While not CPD-accredited, this certificate can be used to support self-directed CPD in line with most professional body guidelines.
Fees
- Early Bird: £45 (until 27 August 2025)
- Standard: £57
Includes light refreshments. Limited to 16 participants.
Advance Booking Required
This is a pre-booked event only - spaces are limited and must be reserved in advance. Unfortunately, we're unable to accept walk-ins on the day.
