Attachment Theory and Trauma  

Integrating the neurobiology of trauma, attachment theory and early child development, our workshops provide therapeutic approaches for therapists, educators, other professionals working with children, young people and their families/parents/caregivers affected by attachment difficulties, and relational and developmental trauma.

 

 

 

DYADIC DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOTHERAPY - Level 1

  • 9 Sep 2024 (9:00 am) to 12 Sep 2024 (4:00 pm)
  • The Glen Hotel, 24 Gaskell St, Eight Mile Plains, QLD
  • Only 6 tickets left!

Brain-based attachment model for relational trauma in children, young people and families/carers

DYADIC DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOTHERAPY - Level 1

  • 29 Oct 2024 (9:00 am) to 1 Nov 2024 (4:00 pm)
  • Vibe Hotel Melbourne, 1 Queen St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Only 12 tickets left!

Brain-based attachment model for relational trauma in children, young people and families/carers

TRAUMA AWARE EDUCATION 2024 CONFERENCE

TRAUMA AWARE EDUCATION 2024 CONFERENCE

  • 31 Oct 2024 (8:30 am) to 2 Nov 2024 (4:45 pm)
  • Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Corner of Merivale & Glenelg Street, Soutbbank, QLD, 4101

Addressing the life impacts of trauma for Australian learners

THERAPLAY: Level One & MIM

  • 4 Nov 2024 (9:00 am) to 7 Nov 2024 (4:30 pm)
  • Vibe Hotel Gold Coast, 42 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD, 4217
  • Only 4 tickets left!

Four-day workshop for practitioners wanting to use Theraplay® Informed Practice in their work

DYADIC DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOTHERAPY - Level 2

  • 11 Nov 2024 (9:00 am) to 14 Nov 2024 (4:00 pm)
  • Vibe Hotel Melbourne, 1 Queen St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Only 8 tickets left!

Brain-based attachment model for relational trauma in children, young people and families/carers

THERAPLAY: Level One & MIM

  • 25 Nov 2024 (9:00 am) to 28 Nov 2024 (5:00 pm)
  • Rydges Adelaide, 1 South Tce, Adelaide, SA, 5000
  • Only 1 ticket left!

Four-day workshop for practitioners wanting to use Theraplay® Informed Practice in their work

WORKING SAFELY with FAMILIES & TRAUMA | In-house Training

  • 1 Jan 2025 (9:00 am) to 31 Dec 2025 (4:30 pm)
  • Your location

A Neurobiological Approach to Trauma Stabilisation and Family Therapy

TRUST-BASED RELATIONAL INTERVENTION®

  • 5 Mar 2025
  • 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • The Glen Hotel, 24 Gaskell St, Brisbane, QLD, 4113

A whole-child, attachment-based, trauma-informed, multi-systemic, evidence-based intervention for kids from 'hard places'.

THERAPLAY: Level One & MIM

  • 10 Mar 2025 (9:00 am) to 13 Mar 2025 (5:00 pm)
  • The Glen Hotel, 24 Gaskell St, Eight Mile Plains, QLD, 4113

Four-day workshop for practitioners wanting to use Theraplay® Informed Practice in their work

THERAPLAY: Level One & MIM

  • 24 Mar 2025 (9:00 am) to 27 Mar 2025 (5:00 pm)
  • Vibe Hotel Melbourne, 1 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

Four-day workshop for practitioners wanting to use Theraplay® Informed Practice in their work

THERAPLAY: Level One & MIM

  • 7 Apr 2025 (9:00 am) to 10 Apr 2025 (5:00 pm)
  • Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour, 55 Shelley St King Street Wharf, Sydney, NSW, 2000

Four-day workshop for practitioners wanting to use Theraplay® Informed Practice in their work

THERAPLAY: Level One & MIM

  • 19 May 2025 (9:00 am) to 22 May 2025 (5:00 pm)
  • Singapore, Singapore

Four-day workshop for practitioners wanting to use Theraplay® Informed Practice in their work

WORKING SAFELY with FAMILIES & TRAUMA

  • 22 May 2025 (9:00 am) to 23 May 2025 (4:30 pm)
  • Vibe Hotel Subiaco, 9 Alvan Street, Subiaco, WA, 6008

A Neurobiological Approach to Trauma Stabilisation and Family Therapy

THE TEACHABILITY FACTOR

  • 10 Jun 2025
  • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • The Glen Hotel, 24 Gaskell St, Eight Mile Plains, QLD, 4113

Why teaching is getting harder and what to do when all else fails

THE TEACHABILITY FACTOR

  • 12 Jun 2025
  • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Vibe Hotel Melbourne, 1 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

Why teaching is getting harder and what to do when all else fails

MAKING SENSE of KIDS

  • 17 Jun 2025 (9:00 am) to 20 Jun 2025 (4:00 pm)
  • The Glen Hotel, 24 Gaskell St, Eight Mile Plains, QLD, 4113

What they need most from adults

THERAPLAY: Level One & MIM

  • 23 Jun 2025 (9:00 am) to 26 Jun 2025 (5:00 pm)
  • Vibe Hotel Hobart, 36 Argyle Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000

Four-day workshop for practitioners wanting to use Theraplay® Informed Practice in their work

DYADIC DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOTHERAPY - Level 1

  • 23 Jun 2025 (9:00 am) to 26 Jun 2025 (4:00 pm)
  • Rydges Adelaide, 1 South Terrace, Adelaide, SA, 5000

Brain-based attachment model for relational trauma in children, young people and families/carers

DYADIC DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOTHERAPY - Level 1

  • 23 Jun 2025 (9:00 am) to 26 Jun 2025 (4:00 pm)
  • Vibe Hotel Subiaco, 9 Alvan Street, Subiaco, WA, 6008

Brain-based attachment model for relational trauma in children, young people and families/carers

DEVELOPING ATTACHMENT

  • 25 Aug 2025 (9:00 am) to 27 Aug 2025 (4:30 pm)
  • The Glen Hotel, 24 Gaskell St, Eight Mile Plains, QLD, 4113

Train the Trainer Workshop for Group Facilitators

WORKING SAFELY with FAMILIES & TRAUMA

  • 11 Sep 2025 (9:00 am) to 12 Sep 2025 (4:30 pm)
  • Burke & Wills Hotel, 554 Ruthven St, Toowoomba, QLD, 4350

A Neurobiological Approach to Trauma Stabilisation and Family Therapy

THERAPLAY: Level One & MIM

  • 25 Nov 2025 (9:00 am) to 28 Nov 2025 (5:00 pm)
  • Perth, WA, 6000

Four-day workshop for practitioners wanting to use Theraplay® Informed Practice in their work

Understanding Attachment Theory and Trauma

At Compass Australia, we provide specialised training in attachment theory and trauma, integrating the neurobiology of trauma and early child development. Our workshops are designed for therapists, educators, and professionals working with children and families affected by attachment difficulties and relational trauma. Our courses include attachment-based family therapy training, trauma and attachment theory, and integrated attachment theory certification. These programs are essential for professionals looking to deepen their understanding and apply evidence-based therapeutic approaches in their practice.

 

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