CPD Workshop Β· Friday 7th August 2026
Understanding Trauma &
Trauma-Informed Counselling
A full-day CPD workshop for counsellors and therapists ready to deepen their understanding of trauma and transform their practice.
Reserve Your PlaceThe Programme
What You'll Explore
The Science of Trauma
Understanding how trauma affects the brain, body, and nervous system β and why this matters for every therapeutic relationship.
Polyvagal Theory in Practice
An accessible introduction to polyvagal theory and how to apply it in sessions to support nervous system regulation.
The Window of Tolerance
Recognising hyper- and hypo-arousal states, and practical ways to help clients find and widen their window of tolerance.
Complex & Developmental Trauma
Differentiating single-incident trauma from complex and developmental trauma, and adapting your approach accordingly.
Trauma-Informed Principles
The six core principles of trauma-informed care and how to embed them into every aspect of your practice.
Working Safely with Trauma
Boundaries, pacing, stabilisation, and self-care β protecting both you and your clients throughout the therapeutic process.
Is This For You?
Who Will Benefit
This workshop is designed for qualified and trainee counsellors and therapists who want to work more confidently and compassionately with trauma.
01
Qualified Counsellors
Practitioners looking to deepen their trauma knowledge and refresh their CPD portfolio.
02
Trainee Therapists
Students building foundational understanding before entering practice with complex presentations.
03
Person-Centred Practitioners
Therapists who want to integrate a trauma-informed lens without changing their core modality.
04
CBT & Integrative Therapists
Anyone who wants to better understand how trauma shows up in cognitive and behavioural presentations.
05
Counselling Supervisors
Supervisors supporting supervisees who regularly encounter trauma in their caseloads.
06
Helping Professionals
Social workers, educators, nurses, and coaches who want to work more trauma-consciously.
This workshop is not trauma therapy.
It's an educational CPD day designed to build professional knowledge and skills. If you're looking for personal therapeutic support around your own trauma, please speak with your GP or a qualified trauma therapist.
Your Facilitators
Meet the Team
The Listening Rooms workshops are facilitated by Carolyn and Anna β two experienced counsellors who bring warmth, depth, and practical wisdom to everything they do.
Carolyn
Counsellor Β· Business Founder Β· Clinical Supervisor
Carolyn is an integrative counsellor and supervisor with extensive experience working with trauma across community and private practice settings. She brings warmth, clarity, and deep clinical knowledge to everything she facilitates.
Anna
Counsellor Β· Business Founder Β· Clinical Supervisor
Anna is a person-centred counsellor with a specialist interest in trauma-informed approaches and somatic work. Her facilitation style is grounded, accessible, and practically focused β making complex theory feel immediately usable.
The Day
How It All Flows
10:00am
Welcome & Morning Session
Arrivals, introductions, and diving into the neuroscience and science of trauma.
12:00pm
Lunch Break
Time to rest, reflect, and connect with fellow practitioners.
1:00pm
Afternoon Session
Practical applications, trauma-informed principles, and working safely with clients.
4:00pm
Close & Certificate
Reflections, questions, and your CPD certificate to take away.
The Practicalities
Everything You Need to Know
Date
Friday 7th August 2026
Time
10:00am β 4:00pm
Please arrive from 9:45am
Venue
Widnes Business Lodge
Widnes, Cheshire
Investment
Β£60 Early Bird
Β£70 Standard Price
CPD Certificate
A CPD certificate will be provided to all attendees.
Refreshments
Tea, coffee, and light refreshments provided. Please bring your own lunch.
What Practitioners Say
Hear From Past Attendees
I found today fabulous and insightful.
β Previous Attendee
Very engaging and real presenters β I found the workshop enjoyable and very useful.
β Workshop Participant
I really enjoyed the understanding of what we are taught at college versus real-life work in private practice.
β Previous Attendee
I found all the information useful and really valued being able to ask questions.
β Workshop Participant
Thanks so much for demystifying it all.
β Previous Attendee
Secure Your Place
Reserve Your Space Today
Places are limited to ensure an intimate, high-quality learning experience. Early bird pricing ends soon.
Early Bird Price
Β£60
Save Β£10 β limited availability
- Full day CPD workshop (10amβ4pm)
- All materials and handouts included
- Tea, coffee & light refreshments
- CPD certificate on completion
- Small group for maximum learning
Standard Price
Β£70
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
One Day. Real Impact.
Ready to Transform
Your Trauma Practice?
Join us for a day of deep learning, practical tools, and genuine connection with fellow practitioners. Places are limited β secure yours today.
Book Your Place NowFriday 7th August 2026 Β· 10amβ4pm Β· Widnes Business Lodge
