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This four-day programme, developed and delivered by Mary-Anne Hodd, is rooted in lived experience and informed by psychological insight. It supports professionals to embed trauma-informed, relational, and strengths-based practices across children’s services. Each session blends reflection, practical tools, and compassionate guidance focusing on how we speak, write, plan, and show up for the children and young people we support.
Day 1: Language in Care, Lived Experience, Files & Therapeutic Writing
This session explores how the language used in care settings, especially within records and reports can shape a child’s identity, self-worth, and future. Drawing on lived experience, participants reflect on the emotional impact of case files and learn how to use therapeutic, strengths-based language that honours the dignity of the child while meeting professional standards.
Day 2: A Strengths-Based Approach to ACEs, Self-Care & Wellbeing
Focusing on the personal and professional relevance of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), this session introduces a hopeful, strengths-based lens on trauma and healing. Through Mary-Anne’s lived experience, participants explore protective factors and the role of relational care, while also developing sustainable self-care practices to support their own emotional wellbeing.
Day 3: Transitions, Interdependence & Leaving Care
This session reimagines leaving care not as a journey toward independence, but as one of interdependence, connection, and belonging. Participants gain deeper insight into the emotional realities of transitions and explore practical, relational approaches that support young people’s identity, stability, and long-term wellbeing through significant life changes.
Day 4: Implementation – Embedding Theory & Therapeutic Recording into Practice
Bringing together the learning from the previous sessions, this day focuses on real-world application. Participants develop strategies to embed trauma-informed, relational practice into their daily work, aligning with their organisation’s ethos. The session offers practical tools for therapeutic recording, and space to reflect on barriers, ensuring confident, meaningful implementation.
The aim of this course is to equip professionals working with care-experienced children and young people with the knowledge, insight, and tools to embed trauma-informed, strengths-based, and relational practices into everyday care. Grounded in lived experience and psychological understanding, the course encourages participants to reflect on their language, recording, and relational approaches, placing the child’s voice, identity, and emotional wellbeing at the center. By fostering deeper understanding and compassionate practice, the course supports the creation of environments where children feel seen, heard, and supported to heal, grow, and thrive.
The objectives of this course are for participants to:
To deepen understanding of how language, recording, and communication impact the identity and wellbeing of care-experienced children and young people
To introduce therapeutic, strengths-based approaches to care that prioritise emotional safety, connection, and healing
To explore the lived experience of adversity, transitions, and care through reflective, relational learning
To equip professionals with practical tools for trauma-informed recording and relational practice
To support the integration of theory into daily practice, aligned with organisational values and child-centred care
To promote sustainable, reflective, and emotionally intelligent approaches to professional wellbeing and self-care
TESTIMONIALS
What our clients say about our courses
Your training has been invaluable, deepening our understanding of recording and its implications. Feedback has been unanimous - this work has led to more individualised care, better outcomes, and a greater sense of safety for our children.
Head of Operations
Leanne’s training has transformed our safeguarding approach, enhancing knowledge and confidence while equipping staff with practical skills. This has improved daily practices and created a safer, more supportive environment for the children.
Director
The annual quality report reflects significant growth and commitment this year—thank you for sharing. Recent discussions highlight how training has clarified needs, expectations, and processes, making everyone feel safer and more accountable. This is a testament to the relentless efforts of you, Leanne, and the wider management team.
Business Manager
The training was highly valuable. The trainer was knowledgeable and approachable, making complex topics easier to understand. It reinforced my understanding of safeguarding and clarified the DSL role, helping me and my team leaders navigate grey areas. I feel more confident in my role as an RM and will refer back to our policies to ensure compliance.
Registered Manager
The safeguarding training I attended was highly informative and practical, offering valuable real world examples that I can apply directly in my role. The trainer’s expertise and the interactive elements made the session engaging and memorable, boosting my confidence in handling safeguarding concerns. It was a great refresher, and I would highly recommend it to anyone in a safeguarding role.
Residential Support Worker
I recently completed a Suicide and Self-Harm training session, and I am incredibly impressed with the depth and quality of the content. Leanne was both knowledgeable and engaging, providing clear, actionable guidance on handling sensitive topics such as ligature safety, self-harm recognition, and prevention techniques. The training not only expanded my knowledge but also equipped me with practical tools to identify warning signs and respond appropriately in crisis situations. I feel more confident in supporting individuals who may be struggling with these issues and am grateful for the resources provided. I highly recommend this training to anyone in the field, it’s a vital learning experience that will significantly enhance your ability to safeguard and support vulnerable individuals.
Registered Manager