Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT) for Children and Young People with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

About this training

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT) is recommended in the NICE guidelines as the first-line intervention for children and young people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This training will introduce and explain the cognitive model of PTSD in children and young people, developed by Meiser-Stedman (2002).

The training will cover:

• How children and families typically respond to traumatic events.

• Risk factors for developing PTSD in children and young people.

• The cognitive model of PTSD in children and young people.

• Delivering TF-CBT, including strategies for engagement, implementation, addressing common barriers and making adaptations for multiple traumatic events.

• The evidence base supporting TF-CBT.

The workshop will use a variety of training methods, including interactive presentations of theory with case illustrations (shared with clients’ consent), small group discussions, and opportunities to practice skills.

This is a two-day training session, usually scheduled from 9:30am to 4:30pm (UK time). The training will be delivered online via Zoom. Joining links will be sent to participants closer to the training date.

This training typically takes place 2-3 times a year, in the Autumn, Spring/Summer

Aims of this training

By the end of this workshop, participants will:

• Understand the cognitive model of PTSD.

• Be aware of common reactions to trauma in children and young people, including PTSD, and how these can be understood using the cognitive model.

• Know how to intervene effectively using TF-CBT, with consideration of developmental and systemic factors.

• Be familiar with the evidence base supporting TF-CBT for children and young people with PTSD.

Who is this training for?

This training is recommended for practitioners in a therapeutic role with children and young people who have experienced traumatic events.

Attendees should have prior training and experience in CBT as this is essential for implementing trauma-focused CBT in clinical practice following the training.

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