The three-day Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) course is designed to immerse mental health professionals in the theoretical framework of CFT while emphasising hands-on learning through practical exercises in Compassionate Mind Training. Participants will actively engage in experiential activities aimed at cultivating self-compassion and honing skills in guiding clients through compassionate mind practices. By the end of the course, delegates will be equipped to integrate these practical exercises into their therapeutic toolkit, promoting the development of a compassionate mindset in both themselves and their clients.

Day 1:

Understanding the Foundations of Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)

Overview of CFT principles and theoretical and historical foundations

Understanding the three emotional regulation systems: threat, drive and soothing systems

Guilt, shame and self-criticism

Formulation in CFT

Day 2:

Practical Application of CFT

Understanding the key qualities of compassion; wisdom, strength and kindness

Compassionate Mind Training - Including, developing a safe space, developing an ideal nurturer, ‘you at your best’

Case studies and group discussions on integrating CFT into clinical practice

Day 3:

CFT interventions pt 2 plus consolidation

CFT and chair work

Compassionate letter writing

Common barriers and how to overcome them

Tailoring CFT for diverse populations and cultural considerations

Putting it together: how you and your service can put into practice what you have learned; identifying and problem solving barriers, planning and implementation going forward.

As with all our courses, there will be interactive discussions, case studies, demonstrations and opportunities for participants to practice and receive feedback on their application of CFT techniques.

This course is suitable for mental health professionals (with or without a core training), including counsellors, psychotherapists, clinical psychologists and individuals interested in gaining insights into CFT.

Note: This course provides foundational knowledge and skills for working with individuals but does not qualify participants to practice as CFT therapists. Consultation with a qualified mental health professional is essential for any clinical practice involving assessment, formulation, diagnosis or treatment. For information on becoming a CFT therapist in the UK, please see www.compassionatemind.co.uk

This course is available as an in-house training course, both online and face to face. Pre-recorded webinar coming soon.

Online in house £3450 3 days up to 15 people (max 15 participants; extra participants are charged at £65 per person per day)

Face to face in- house: £4750 plus VAT (max 15 participants; extra participants are charged at £85 per person per day)

Pre-recorded webinar: Coming soon.

To book this course for your team fill out the enquiry form and a member of our team will get back to you.

Alternatively you can email: enquiries@consultminerva.co.uk

Or call: +44 (0)20 8087 1676