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Category – ACC	Title	Organisation	Location	Date	Other info

ACC Event	Resourcing Pastoral Carers Course	ACC Luton	Stopsley Baptist Church, St Thomas’ Road, Luton, LU2 7XP	Monday Evenings, 7pm -9 pm, starting 23rd September followed by, 30/9, 7/10, 14/10, 21/10, 28/10, 4/11, 11/11, 25/11, 2/12	This 10-session, trainer led course is available through our regional training scheme and is suitable for SOME who are called into pastoral care, as well as the FEW who are called through leadership, training or specialist roles to resource the ALL and the SOME. The course aims to help develop a fuller understanding of, and skills in, pastoral care. It covers: a Christian perspective of pastoral care, human need, the caring relationship, listening skills, safe practice, other resources and reflective practice. A certificate of attendance is given upon completion of the 20 hours training and the additional 20 hours reflective practice elements. To book, scroll down to the bottom of the page. Members please log in before clicking the link.

ACC Event	Taste and See	ACC Exeter	Riverside Church, 13-14 Okehampton Street, Exeter, EX4 1DU	Saturday, 28 September 2019, 10.00am – 1.00pm	Compelled by passion we are committed to: promoting safe practice empowering through resourcing and networking encouraging research. Come and meet the change makers….This is a FREE event. For further information click here. To book, scroll down to the bottom of the page. Members please log in before clicking the link.

ACC Event	Loss and Bereavement	ACC Suffolk	St Michael’s Church, Martlesham Heath, Ipwich, IP5 3PL	Saturday, 5 October 2019, 10.00am – 4.30pm	This year we will be looking at ‘Loss and Bereavement’ with general training on aspects of loss and bereavement and options of seminars on ’infant loss /miscarriage/abortion’, ‘children and loss’ and ‘traumatic / sudden loss’. The day is open to anyone involved in counselling and / or pastoral care and is free. For further information click here. To book, scroll down to the bottom of the page, members please log in before clicking the link.

ACC Event	Resourcing Pastoral Carers Course	ACC Exeter	Riverside Church, 13-14 Okehampton Street, Exeter, EX4 1DU	Weekend One: Session 1, Thursday 24 October, 7.00pm – 9.30pm, Sessions 2, 3 & 4, Friday, 25 October, 10.00am – 7.00pm, Sessions 5 & 6, Saturday, 26 October, 10.00am – 3.00pm. Weekend Two: Sessions 7 & 8, Friday 22 November, 10.00am – 3.00pm, Sessions 9 & 10, Saturday, 23 November, 10.00am – 3.00pm.	This 10-session, trainer led course is available through our regional training scheme and is suitable for SOME who are called into pastoral care, as well as the FEW who are called through leadership, training or specialist roles to resource the ALL and the SOME. The course aims to help develop a fuller understanding of, and skills in, pastoral care. It covers: a Christian perspective of pastoral care, human need, the caring relationship, listening skills, safe practice, other resources and reflective practice. A certificate of attendance is given upon completion of the 20 hours training and the additional 20 hours reflective practice elements. for more information To book, scroll down to the bottom of the page, member’s please log in before clicking the link.

ACC Event	‘Working with Sex, Love & Porn Addictions’	ACC Dartford	Wilmington Christian Fellowship Hall, Dartford, DA2 7AQ	Saturday 26th October 2019 10am – 4pm	Gary brings his Extensive years of Experience to equip us in this increasing area of work, Love of Sex or a True Addiction? Sexual Maps of Childhood,The Roles of Attachment/Rejection/Shame/Narcissism, Identifying & Managing Triggers, Motivating Change, The Role of EMDR and Addictions, Tools for Maintenance & Relapse Prevention, Supporting Partners, Can Ministers & Carers really be Prime Candidates? Suitable for Counsellors at all levels and for Pastoral Carers. To apply please download the application form.

ACC National Event- London	Counselling Children and Young People’s Conferences	ACC	Methodist Central Hall, London,	Saturday, 16 November 2019	With all-day conferences and skills workshops, it is an opportunity to hear from leaders in the field of counselling and the pastoral care of children and young people. For further information on the conference and the workshops click here . To book, scroll down to the bottom of the page, for the member’s discount please log in before clicking the link.

ACC National Event- Leeds	Counselling Children and Young People’s Conferences	ACC	Bridge Community Church, Leeds	Saturday, 30 November 2019	With all-day conferences and skills workshops, it is an opportunity to hear from leaders in the field of counselling and the pastoral care of children and young people. For further information on the conference and the workshops click here .To book, scroll down to the bottom of the page, for the members discount please log in before clicking the link.

Category – ACC affiliate*	Title	Organisation	Location	Date	Other info

ACC Affiliate Event- London	Working with Couples & Sex Addiction using Baucom’s 3 Stage Model	Laurel centre	76 Cleveland Street, London, W1T 6ND	Saturday, 23 November 2019	This day is based on the new book release by Paula Hall, Sex Addiction: A Guide for Couples & Those Who Help Them and will give counsellors the skills to focus on the couple relationship when working with couples in recovery from sex or porn addiction and help clients move through Baucom’s 3 stages of impact, meaning and moving on. For further details on all dates and to book your place, click here

ACC Affiliate Event- Royal Leamington Spa	Working with Couples & Sex Addiction using Baucom’s 3 Stage Model	Laurel centre	First Floor, 50-54 Regent Street, Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV32 5EG	Tuesday, 3 December 2019	This day is based on the new book release by Paula Hall, Sex Addiction: A Guide for Couples & Those Who Help Them and will give counsellors the skills to focus on the couple relationship when working with couples in recovery from sex or porn addiction and help clients move through Baucom’s 3 stages of impact, meaning and moving on. For further details on all dates and to book your place, click here

ACC Affiliate Event – London	Understanding and recognising sex addiction	Laurel centre	76 Cleveland Street, London, W1T 6ND	Saturday, 28 September 2019	This CPD workshop will provide counsellors and psychotherapists with a thorough understanding of sex addiction from a biopsychosocial viewpoint. Ultimately only the ‘addict’ can decide if their behaviour is ‘addictive’ or out of control but this intense and information packed day will help therapists to guide the client in making that decision. The day also provides the tools for developing understanding of the roots of the addiction and suggestions for providing ongoing work and referral. For information on how to book click here

ACC Affiliate Event- Harrogate	CBT-E Training	Wellspring,	Wellspring House, 78 High Street, Starbeck, Harrogate, HG2 7LW	Thursday 19 & Friday, 20 September 2019	Two-day course for professional counsellors (or counselllors in training) with Allie Outram. CBT-E is the leading evidence-based, most effective treatment for eating disorders. Of the 80% who complete treatment, three quarters make a full recovery which appears to be well-maintained. In May 2017, NICE published new clinical guidelines on the treatment of eating disorders. These recommended CBT-E for the treatment of all eating disorders seen in adults. It was also recommended as a treatment for younger patients as an alternative to family-based forms of treatment. For further information and to book please click here

ACC Affiliate Event- Harrogate	Intro into Sand Tray	Wellspring,	Wellspring House, 78 High Street, Starbeck, Harrogate, HG2 7LW	Saturday, 28 September 2019	An opportunity to discover and experiment with using sand tray in your practice. A workshop for counsellors and psychotherapists (or counsellors in training) working primarily with adults. For further information and to book please click here

ACC Affiliate Event- Caterham	Working with Domestic Abuse	Caterham Counselling Centre	Caterham Community Church, Coulsdon Road, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 5NF	Saturday, 16 November 2019, 9.30am – 4.30pm	Hosted by the Caterham Counselling Centre, Rev Janet Graham will be delivering training for Counsellors at all levels and for Pastoral Care in areas such as 1) What is domestic abuse and its indicators? 2) Why people stay in abusive relationships? 3) Risk assessment and safety planning. Includes a certificate for six hours of CPD. For more information and to book your place, please click here

ACC Affiliate Event- Harrogate	Working with LGBTQ+ Clients	Wellspring,	Wellspring House, 78 High Street, Starbeck, Harrogate, HG2 7LW	Friday, 22 November 2019	CPD for counsellors/counsellors in training. Pride and Shame – the Emotional Landscape of Identity. The day will cover issues associated with ‘coming out’ and ‘living out’ for LGBT+ clients and making space in therapy to respond well to difference and diversity.With Kathy Spooner, ACC’s director of Counselling. For further information and to book please click here

ACC Affiliate Event- Newport	Crisis Pregnancy Training Course	Pregnancy Crisis Network	Beresford Centre, Gaer Park Drive, Newport, NP20 3NN	five Saturdays before Christmas and five Saturdays in the new year.	The Beresford Centre in Newport are planning to run a new training course this Autumn for crisis pregnancy work.The first module will include information on abortion, pregnancy, ethics, confidentiality and running the Centre. The second module will teach and practise counselling skills and will involve role play and video work. They always seek to serve the region in their training so they are looking to recruit trainees who are willing to travel to Newport. Please contact them for more information on beresfordcentre@talk21.com or telephone 01633 212320. for further information about the courses please Click here

ACC Affiliate Event- Stockton-on-Tees	Complex Trauma	Christian Fellowship Ministries	Tees Valley Community Church, The Oakwood Centre, Cleasby Way, Eaglescliffe, Stockton-on-Tees, TS16 0RD	Saturday, 19 October 2019, 10.00am – 4.00pm	The day will provide valuable insight and learning for counsellors, pastoral carers and listeners who work with and support people who have experienced trauma. This offers 5 hours of CPD and certificates will be provided. This training is hosted by Foundations in partnership with CFM ❖ To secure your place please complete the attached Booking Form ❖ For Further information email Lesley as follows: cfmcounselling@gmail.com or call 01642 611497

ACC Affiliate Event- Sevenoaks	‘Addiction in the Counselling Room’ with Steve Fearns	Sevenoaks Counselling	Sevenoaks Counselling,The Bridge, Littlecourt Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 2JG	Friday, 4 October 2019, 10.00am – 4.00pm	During the day we will look at the following issues linked with addictions: * Basic Substance Misuse Awareness: * Identification and understanding of illicit drugs * Effect of drugs and alcohol on the body, thinking about signs and symptoms * Understanding addiction and recovery * Tools to use when working with those with substance misuse issues in the counselling room, * Substance Misuse specialist services and referral pathways. To book go to Sevenoaks website http://sevenoakscounselling.org.uk/courses

ACC Affiliate Event- Sevenoaks	‘Working with Blocked Anger’ with Pauline Andrew	Sevenoaks Counselling	Sevenoaks Counselling, The Bridge, Littlecourt Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 2JG	Saturday, 23 November 2019, 10.00am – 4.00pm	A lively, challenging day where we address the issue of blocked anger and how this can affect us emotionally and physically. Participants are requested to create an Anger Box to bring to the day – instructions will be provided. The day will include working with the ‘Roles Played in Anger’ cards and several different creative interventions to help clients address and access their own anger safely. To book go to Sevenoaks website http://sevenoakscounselling.org.uk/courses

ACC Affiliate Event- Southampton	Pastoral Conference	CCTS:	Above Bar Church, 69 Above Bar Street, Southampton, SO14 7FE	Saturday, 5 October 2019 10.00am – 4.00pm	Following the positive feedback from the conference we ran in 2018, we are excited to be running it again in 2019; this time in partnership with the mental health charity ThinkTwice. Many people requested further training on Mental Health, particularly from a Christian perspective, and the day will be suitable for anyone with an interest in mental health issues and those involved in prayer ministry or pastoral care. During the day, we will give an overview of each topic and provide helpful guidance to help care for those who suffer from them. Sessions include a Theology of Mental Health, Depression and Anxiety, Eating Disorders, PTSD and Suicide. Tickets are just £25 and available from Eventbrite and to encourage teams to come along, we are offering 20% off the ticket price when you book in 5 people Eventbright.

ACC Affiliate Event- Southampton	Introduction to Enneagram	CCTS:	Central Hall, St Mary Street, Southampton. SO14 1NF	Thursday, 14 & Friday, 15 November 2019	This two day workshop will include: • An introduction to the Enneagram and how the system works, • Description of the nine types, subtypes, motivation and behaviour, • A look at how behaviour changes under stress and secure situations, • Identify type and subtype and develop insights as to how it limits and benefits, • Help with the ongoing journey. Our trainer for the workshop is Liz West – a qualified trainer with Enneagram Worldwide who facilitates individuals in their personal growth, relationships and teamwork. Liz has been involved in leadership development and mentoring for many years, including church leadership and as a Director of Youth Ministries with YWAM. Tickets available from Eventbright

ACC Affiliate Event- Southampton	Internal Family Systems Introductory Workshop	CCTS:	Central Hall, St Mary Street, Southampton. SO14 1NF	Friday, 14 February 2020	This Introductory Workshop will provide an overview of the IFS method and theory, as developed by Richard Schwartz, and an opportunity to hear about the model and explore experientially your own internal family system. This will include viewing a DVD of Richard Schwartz working or a live demo. The workshop is suitable for those who wish to find out more about the IFS model for personal or professional application. Please note this workshop is not a substitute for the Centre for Self Leadership IFS Level One Training. The workshop will be led by two fully trained, experienced IFS practitioners with all 3 levels of IFS training and using the method in their practice. Tickets available from Eventbright

ACC Affiliate Event- Southampton	Understanding Sex and Porn Addiction	CCTS:	Central Hall, St Mary Street, Southampton. SO14 1NF	Friday, 20 March 2020	In partnership with ACC Affiliate. the Laurel Centre, this CPD workshop has been specifically designed with a spiritual focus to help counsellors and pastoral carers working with Christians who struggle with sex or porn addiction. The day will explain addiction from a biopsychosocial perspective and explore biblical perspectives on dependency. Ultimately only the ‘addict’ can decide if their behaviour is ‘addictive’ or out of control but this intense and information packed day will help those in a supportive role to guide people towards that decision. Practical tools will also be provided along with guidance for appropriate referral. Tickets available from Eventbright

Category – other	Title	Organisation	Location	Date	Other info

Non ACC Event- Ashill, Thetford, Norfolk	Doors of Hope Conference	Fountain of Life	The Well Christian Centre, Swaffham Road, Ashill, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 7BT	Saturday, 19 October 2019	Fountain of Life Church will be hosting its second Doors of Hope Conference on Saturday, 19 October 2019 from 9.15am to 3.45 pm to help equip the church to respond to people with mental ill health and promote emotional wellbeing. For further information and to book your place, click here

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