Communicating with Children by Mary Walsh

🌟 Course Title: Communicating with Children by Mary Walsh

Headline: Working in a Child-centered Way

Course Description:

Welcome to "Communicating with Children," a transformative course designed for professionals who work with children, particularly those who have experienced abuse. This course is crafted by Dr. Neil Thompson and taught by the esteemed childhood trauma expert, Mary Walsh. Her extensive experience in this field has shaped a comprehensive understanding of the nuances involved in effective communication with traumatized children.

Why Take This Course? 🎓

• Professional Excellence: Learn how to approach children who have been abused with sensitivity, empathy, and professionalism. Mary Walsh's insights are the cornerstone of high-quality practice in this field.

• Renowned Toybox Method: Discover and master the toybox method of direct work, a pioneering approach by Mary Walsh that has made a significant impact on the way we interact with traumatized children.

• Framework for Effective Communication: Gain knowledge and skills to build a strong foundation in working with children who have experienced abuse, through practical demonstrations and real-world applications.

• Evidence-Based Practices: Benefit from Mary Walsh's extensive experience and her evidence-based approach to direct work with children affected by trauma.

Course Highlights:

• Understanding Childhood Trauma: Delve into the complexities of childhood trauma and its impact on a child's development and communication patterns.

• Communication Techniques: Learn effective communication techniques that respect the child's feelings and experiences, promoting a safe and nurturing environment for healing.

• Direct Work Strategies: Explore strategies to engage children in therapeutic play and conversation using Mary Walsh's renowned toybox method.

• Building Trust with Children: Develop skills to build trust with children who have been abused, creating a supportive relationship that fosters their recovery.

• Ethical Considerations: Understand the ethical implications and responsibilities when working with traumatized children, ensuring their best interests are always at the forefront.

• Real-Life Scenarios: Engage with case studies and examples from Mary Walsh's work to apply what you learn in practical scenarios.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is designed for:

• Social workers
• Therapists
• Counselors
• Educators
• Child protection officers
• Advocates and activists working with children
• Any professional or trainee aiming to support abused children effectively

By the end of this course, you will have a deeper understanding of how to communicate effectively with children who have been abused. You'll be equipped with practical tools and a framework for direct work, enabling you to provide better care and support to these vulnerable populations.

Join us in this essential learning journey to make a real difference in the lives of traumatized children. Enroll in "Communicating with Children" today and take the first step towards becoming a child-centered professional. Let's work together to create a safer, more understanding world for our children. 🤝💖