KINK 6 February 2025
Working with Kink
The last edition of this workshop scored 10/10 from ALL ATTENDEES!
READ THIS EXCELLENT FEEDBACK FROM COURSE ATTENDEES:
“The training wasn’t just looking at kink from a professional pov and instead as a whole subject which means that we can learn about the person as we work with them and understand the world they live in”
Maria S. – Counsellor
“Interesting and inspiring delivery”
Gabrielle Lesley Buckeridge – Relationship Therapist
“One of the best workshops I’ve attended this year”
Mary B. – Psychotherapist
This training may be taken on its own or as part of a 6-day series leading to a: Certificate in Diversity within Contemporary Relationships, more info can be found here: Certificate in Diversity within Contemporary Relationships
Dates : Thursday 6th February 2025
Timing : 12pm – 6pm (GMT – UK time) with an hour break for lunch and 2 other short breaks. Please log on for 11.45am for prompt 12pm start.
Alternative Dates and Timings: Please click links as timings may vary Friday 13th June 2025 or Thursday 23rd October 2025
Trainer : Diane Hassall, scroll down to see more about the trainer
Location : Online
Cost : £110 if booked by 6th December 2024,
£125 if booked by 6th January 2025,
£140 full price
CLICK HERE TO BOOK NOW
Please note, that the general rules of engagement of the profession (confidentiality etc) apply when attending this workshop.
This workshop is open to counsellors and psychotherapists who work one-to-one with clients, as well as relationship therapists, family therapists, psychosexual specialists, coaches, health workers and medics. In fact any professional who wishes to explore the difference between pathological behaviour and what is commonly perceived as “kink”. We define kink as a set of pleasurable activities that in other contexts are defined as not pleasurable or usual. Kink is sometimes also known as BDSM.
BDSM is a general term which applies to activities, fantasies, or scenes that involve a consensual exchange of power, where it’s agreed that one person has more power over another person (for a set period of time), such as in role play or in sadomasochistic practices. These rules are normally agreed in advance. It might involve physical control, sensory deprivation, restraint, pain, humiliation, and/or being told off. These things, in the ‘usual world’ might be perceived as unpleasant, but in kink may feel exhilarating. A lot of people just fantasise about kink but don’t take it any further.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the training participants will have
- Explored the range of ‘kink”
- Critically examined the difference between unusual sexual behaviour and pathologies
- Considered the integration of kink into relationship styles
- Examined critically and learnt to apply Dr Betty Martin’s Circle of Consent
PRE COURSE WORK
There is a 15 minute exercise that we ask you to complete BEFORE the start of the workshop.
Trainer : Diane Hassall
Di is an experienced Integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor
who specialises in Relationship and Psychosexual Therapy. Much of her work is with people exploring gender, sexual or relationship diversity (GSRD).
Her clients bring issues around commitment, sexual identity, gender identity and/or transition, BDSM and kink, polyamory, non-monogamy and other types of relationships. She also works with people in trans-cultural, trans-racial relationships and/or those from differing religions.
Di’s previous career was in HR, learning and development, communications and change management. People and relationships have always been her passion, so it was no surprise to those who know her when she became a psychotherapist!
She is an Accredited Member of NCIP and a Registered Member of COSRT
Who should attend : This course is open to all counsellors, psychotherapists, psychosexual therapists, coaches and health workers who wish to deepen their thinking and understanding of kink.
Maximum Number : 30
APPROVED FOR CPD : This course has been accredited by NCIP- National Council Of Integrative Psychotherapists. A Certificate of Attendance form for Continuous Professional Development for 5 hours will be sent by email once you have filled in the feedback form.
FOR FULL INFORMATION ON THIS COURSE CLICK HERE
Therapists Insurance: By booking on this workshop you confirm that you have sufficient insurance to offer therapy to the public. (We are required by the NCIP, who accredit this workshop, to ask you to confirm this). If there is any discrepancy please let us know by contacting [email protected]
CANCELLATIONS : Any request to change (e.g. defer to alternative dates) or cancel your place at a workshop, that is made at less than 21 days before the course start date will be charged in full. Any cancellation / amendments / requests to defer before 21 days, will be subject to a 12.5% handling charge.
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