Although it’s very important to maintain the distinction between art and therapy, participatory artists are often in positions where they need to support their participants’ mental health. This training is specifically for artists and facilitators and takes a person-centred approach to understanding trauma and incorporating this understanding into your creative practice.
This training will:
Unpick popular perceptions and misuse of language around trauma and PTSD;Provide an overview of the physiology of trauma and an insight from the perspective of a clinical psychotherapist;Offer practical tips for creating safe spaces for participants and avoiding practices which may retraumatise participants;Create a space to explore problem solving using real-life scenarios;Explore asset-based approaches to understanding trauma within social justice frameworks.
This event is aimed at artists working in communities, theatre-makers and activists interested in using the arts as a tool for positive change.
Online Event: This training will take place online using Zoom. You will receive an email with the link.
**Please note: we do not record the sessions because of the sensitive nature of the topic.
Ticket Cost: For attendees supported by their organisations the full price of a ticket is £55.00 For freelancers and individuals from non-regularly funded organisations attendees the price of a ticket is £35.00 For those on low or no income the ticket price is £18.00 They also have a small number of bursary places available for those with limited funds, please email info@collective-encounters.org.uk * *Please Note: Ticket sales will end 24 hours before this event is due to start.