PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - Healthy Christchurch

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 

FEBRUARY-APRIL 2012

The Mental Health Education and Resource Centre 

(MHERC) is a registered Charitable Trust providing 

information, education and workforce development 

‘about’ and ‘for’ mental health and well-being to 

the mental health and social service sectors of the 

community. MHERC provides this service to support 

workers, students, mental health practitioners (e.g social 

workers, nurses, psychologists, counsellors) and anyone 

who is affected by mental illness including families/ 

whanau and friends. 

MHERC has four strategic aims which inform and direct 

the work of the organisation. They are: 

• Leadership in service delivery – thought leadership. 

• Strategic partnerships – relationship building. 

• Education and resource development – professional 

development and public education. 

• Environment and resources to effectively deliver 

services – knowledge and information centre. 

MHERC is open from 9am - 4.30pm daily, with an 

onsite library currently hosting approximately 1200 

items. MHERC also hosts information about a variety of 

organisations that support mental health and wellbeing 

and assist those living with a mental illness.

CONTENTS 

The Mental Health Education & Resource Centre 2 

Welcome 7 

Information & Map 8 

MENTAL ILLNESS 

Introduction to Anxiety Disorders 11 

Aspergers & Other High Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders 12 

Bipolar Disorder 13 

Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder 14 

Understanding & Managing Challenging Behaviours Associated with Borderline Personality Disorder 15 

Demystifying Self-Harm 16 

Introduction to Depression 17 

Introduction to Eating Disorders & Related Issues 18 

Introduction to Psychopharmacology 19 

Introduction to Schizophrenia 20 

MENTAL HEALTH 

Change, Loss & Grief: An Introduction 22 

Comple-mental! - Complementary Practices & their Application within Mental Health 23 

Laughter for Wellness 24 

Natural Learning 25 

Postive Psychology Resilience Series: 

1. Emotional Wellbeing 26 

2. Explore Personal Strengths 27 

3. Developing Optimism 28 

4. Creating Hope-Based Futures 29 

Stress Management - Looking After Yourself so You can Care for Others 30 

Building Resilience 31 

FAMILY/WHANAU 

Families as Partners in Care 33 

Working in Partnerships with Others - Family Partnership Model 34 

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT 

How Do I Get Past the “Nothing”? - HEEADDS: An Essential in a ‘Working with Youth Tool Box’ 36 

Skate Up & Over the Anger Volcano - Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Kids & Teens with Anger 37 

DISABILITY 

Rehabilitation Theory & Practice 39 

SKILL DEVELOPMENT 

Collaborative Group Supervision 41 

Growing Great Groups - An Introduction to Facilitation Skills 42 

Mindfulness 43 

An Introduction to Motivational Interviewing 44 

Motivational Interviewing 45 

The Power of Peer Supervision 46 

Reflective Practice 47 

Using Learning Stories as a Reflective Tool in your Practice 48 

Skate into Skills Introduction - Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Model for Kids & Teens 49 

HEALTH AND SAFETY 

The Code of Health & Disability Services Consumers’ Rights 51 

The Law & Mental Health Series: 52 

1. Privacy Act 53 

2. Human Rights Act 54 

3. The Protection of Personal & Property Rights Act 1988 55 

4. Mental Health Act (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Act 56 

Individual Registration Form 57 

Organisation Registration Form 58 

Christchurch Seminars: Earthquake Impact on Mental Health 59 

Coming Soon: Working with People Who are Affected by Eating Disorders & Body Image Issues 60 

Coming Soon: Interpersonal Skills 61 

Professional Development Calendar 62

WELCOME. KIA ORA. TALOFA LAVA. 

Welcome to 2012. It feels very good to have said 

goodbye to 2011 and all the turmoil and loss that 

resulted from that. I look forward to this year being a 

better one for Canterbury and its people and I hope that 

you have managed to take time out over the Christmas 

and holiday period to recharge your batteries, connect 

with friends and family and look forward with optimism to 

the year ahead. 

I believe that we still have some challenges ahead, so 

it will be critical as we return to work to pace ourselves 

for the months ahead and schedule in some things to 

look forward to that nurture our own mental wellbeing 

and resilience. The anniversary of February 22 will be a 

difficult time for many too, as we reflect on the events of 

that day one year ago. 

The Mental Health Education and Resource Centre is in 

the process of redesigning and redeveloping its website 

and materials to ensure a more easy, friendly and 

useable resource for the people that we serve. We will 

soon have the capacity for online course registrations 

and have systems in place for internet banking – a first 

for us! This will enable you to book and pay for courses 

at your convenience; something which has been long 

awaited and overdue. 

The courses for this first block of 2012 represent those 

from our core curriculum, but also some new areas 

that we hope will be of interest and benefit to you and 

your organisation. We have expanded the themes 

which relate to our courses to include leadership and 

management, alcohol and other drugs, skill development 

and disability and we will be working hard to provide 

learning opportunities that reflect these new strands if 

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not in the first block, then over the course of the year. 

We are also exploring the possibility of developing online 

learning capability for our workforce as an opportunity 

to cater for a diverse range of learning styles and 

requirements in this busy and challenging sector. We will 

keep you posted on this development as it unfolds and 

would welcome any comments you might have about 

this new thinking and direction. 

“ I am not afraid of storms, for I 

am learning how to sail my ship. 

- Louisa May Alcott 

” 

Christina Bond and Melissa Burt are two new staff 

members who have joined our team in the latter part 

of 2011. Christina has a degree in Education and 

Psychology from the University of Canterbury whilst 

Melissa has a graphic design background. We are 

delighted to have these new people on our staff who I’m 

sure will contribute greatly to our organisation. Christina 

will be assisting me to develop and coordinate our 

Education programme and will be taking responsibility 

for a lot of the administration and planning tasks. 

Wishing you a fantastic start to the year. 

Ainslee Coates MTch.Lg, BE.d, Dip Tchg, Dip Mangmt (NZIM) 

Education Co-ordinator | MHERC

INFORMATION 

Professional Development for Your Organisation 

Many of our courses can be adapted to suit the requirements and budget of your organisation. We can provide courses onsite 

at your premise, which is a very cost effective way of providing staff development. If you are interested in discussing this 

further, please email the Education Co-ordinator on education@mherc.org.nz 

Presenters/Facilitators 

Educational research indicates that learning is enhanced by a skilled educator who provides a learning experience that builds 

on participant’s existing knowledge base. MHERC’s facilitators/presenters are all highly experienced and skilled professionals 

in their respective fields who are committed to providing quality learning experiences for participants. Some presenters have 

their own personal experiences of mental illness whilst others work directly with family members supporting a loved one living 

with a mental illness. Other facilitators have specialist qualifications in health and/or education related occupations, especially 

nursing, social work, counselling, psychology, education and psychiatry. 

Course Fees for 2012 

MHERC’s professional development is competitively priced and offers great value for money. Canterbury District Health Board 

(CDHB) Specialist Mental Health service staff and CDHB non-government organisation Mental Health specific contracted 

organisations are eligible for a subsidised rate (indicated on each course page if applicable). Please note, course fees are 

inclusive of GST and in most instances will include catering consisting of a hot drink and biscuit for a two - three hour course, 

a catered morning tea for courses of four hours and a catered finger food lunch for courses of four hours plus. 

Course Venue 

The majority of courses will be held 

onsite at our premise, 403a Worcester 

street, Linwood. There is plenty of 

offsite parking around the back of the 

building and also ample street parking. 

Our training rooms are well equipped 

with laptops and data projectors, 

printable whiteboards, TV’s, flip charts 

and are fully self-contained with tea/ 

coffee making facilities. MHERC’s 

training rooms are available for hire at 

extremely competitive rates. For further 

details, prices and room availability 

email: admin@mherc.org.nz 

Fitzgerald Avenue 

Armagh Street 

Gloucester Street 

Stanmore Road 

Worcester Street Worcester Street 

Hereford Street 

WE ARE HERE! 

England Street 

Terms and Conditions of Registration 

A registration form must be completed to secure your place on a course. You will be notified once your place is confirmed and 

also sent a reminder prior to the course. Refunds and credits will not be given for non-attendance, however you are welcome 

to send someone in your place. 

To register and pay for courses please visit our website www.mherc.org.nz 

Alternatively, complete the appropriate registration form (individual or organisation) located at the back of the booklet and 

return by post, email or fax to: 

MHERC 

403a Worcester street 

Linwood 

PO Box 32 035 

Christchurch 8147 

Fax: 03 381 0530 

Email: admin@mherc.org.nz 

Course Cancellation 

Unfortunately courses do have to be cancelled or postponed if we have insufficient numbers or due to other unforeseeable 

circumstances. If this happens, you will be contacted and offered a place on the next scheduled course. Alternatively you can 

transfer your payment to another course of your choice. 

Mental Health Directory 

The Canterbury Mental Health Directory is updated and produced annually providing an essential reference tool to most 

mental health and wellbeing services in the Canterbury and wider Canterbury region. The Directory provides information and 

contact details for accommodation services, activity based services, advocacy/legal issues, alcohol, drug and other addiction 

services, child and family services, community support groups, counselling services, education and information providers, 

employment services, gay and lesbian services, Maori and Pacific people’s services, needs assessment, peer support, 

refugee and migrant services, respite services, sexual abuse services, violence prevention services and youth services. The 

directory also provides information on CDHB Mental Health services. 

The directory is available free from our website www.mherc.org.nz or as a hard copy from MHERC at a cost of $10 per copy. 

Disclaimer 

All the information in this booklet was correct at the time of printing. The next professional development booklet is due to be 

published late April. 

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MENTAL ILLNESS 

INTRODUCTION TO ANXIETY DISORDERS 

Facilitators: Paula Rountree and Sue Ricketts 

Date: Thursday 19 April | 9.00am - 1.00pm 

Venue: MHERC | 403a Worcester Street, Linwood, Christchurch 

Cost: $75 

Course Type: Essential 

Catering: Hot drink and morning tea provided 

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Code: AD-E 

Aim 

This course will provide a general introduction about the experiences and effects of anxiety. Particular focus will be 

given to agoraphobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder and social phobia. Participants will develop 

an awareness of the factors influencing paths to recovery from an anxiety disorder, including an overview of anxiety 

management techniques. 

Course Overview 

• Introduction to Anxiety Disorders 

• Diagnosis criteria for Anxiety Disorders (DSM-IV) 

• Anxiety and the Anxiety Cycle - including risk 

factors and causes 

• Management options 

• Community support 

• Experience of: 

- Social Phobia 

- Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia 

- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) 

• Supporting a person with an Anxiety Disorder 

Learning Intentions 

Participants will be provided with the opportunity to: 

• Develop an awareness of the seven groups of Anxiety Disorders and the key features of each disorder 

• Increase knowledge of Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, Social Phobia and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in 

relation to some of the symptoms and behaviours of these disorders 

• Discuss management and support available in Christchurch for people with Anxiety Disorders 

• Develop an increased insight into supporting someone with an Anxiety Disorder 

Facilitator’s Profile | Paula Rountree 

Paula has been employed by the Mental Health Education and Resource Centre since 1998 and has also worked as 

a community support worker in the intellectual disability field for approximately 15 years – including with clients who 

have dual diagnosis of mental illness. She has a Certificate in Community Psychiatric Care from the University of Otago 

and continues to build on her knowledge of Anxiety Disorders through attendance at courses and conferences. Paula 

has been involved in facilitating courses and education to a number of community groups and agencies, and during 

a 12 year involvement with the Agoraphobic Support Group facilitated peer support both through group sessions and 

individually. Paula has completed terms on the Committee of Agoraphobic Support Group (Canterbury) and on the 

Board of Anxiety Support Canterbury. 

Facilitator’s Profile | Sue Ricketts 

Sue has qualifications in teaching and counselling, a background in office administration and personal experience 

of anxiety and depression. She was the co-ordinator for four years of the Joint Anxiety Disorders Group, comprising 

the Obsessive Compulsive Support Group and the Social Phobia Support Group and is now the general manager 

of MHAPS – Mental Health Advocacy and Peer Support. She has a Diploma in Mental Health Support Work from 

Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology and continues to build her understanding of anxiety and anxiety 

disorders through her contact with the support groups and ongoing reading.

ASPERGERS & OTHER 

HIGH FUNCTIONING AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS 

Facilitator: Emma Goodall 

Date: Monday 20 February or Monday 16 April | 9.30am - 12.30pm 


Cost: $55 Subsidised | $75 Non Subsidised 


Catering: Hot drink and biscuits provided 

Code: AS-E 

Aim 

This course is designed for professionals who may meet people with Aspergers (AS) or other High Functioning Autism 

Spectrum Disorders (HFASDs). People with AS or other HFASDs have differences in communicating with others 

and interpreting what people mean, which can seriously impact upon assessment, evaluation and treatment within 

the mental health service. This course will provide you with the information you need to understand the thinking and 

communication style of people with AS and other HFASDs, enabling you to tailor your interview and communication 

techniques as well as ensure that treatment is understood by the person. 


• Introduce AS and other HFASDs and the core aspects that make up these pervasive disorders 

• Discuss how these aspects affect assessment, evaluation and treatment for people with AS and other HFASDs 

• Explore communication styles and useful key phrases to ensure effective communication 

• Introduction to crisis triggers for some people with AS and other HFASDs and how to manage behaviours without 

exacerbating sensory sensitivities 



• Identify the key impairments of AS and HFASDs are and how they affect people’s ability to communicate and 

interact with others and their environment 

• Develop the ability to effectively communicate and interact with people with AS and other HFASDs in calm and 

stressful situations 

Facilitator’s Profile |Emma Goodall M.ED, B.Ed (hons) B.A (hons) 

Owned a consultancy re ASD for over ten years - was based in Europe before here, write policies, do training. Have MA 

Education, BEd hons, lectured and written training courses for teachers and other adults in working with people with 

variety of disabilties inc ASD, ID, ADHD, mutliple and profound disabilties, visual impairments etc. Emma is a special 

needs and autism consultant working with families/whanau, schools, NGOs, DIA, DHBs and other organisations to 

provide training and education for staff and families to better understand and support people with ASDs. 

BIPOLAR DISORDER 

Facilitator: Frances Caldwell 

Date: Friday 27 April | 9.30am - 11.30am 


Cost: $50 



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Code: BD-E 

Aim 

To provide information about bipolar disorder to interested people, particularly those working in predominantly 

non-clinical community organisations who may deal with clients who have mental illness. By gaining a greater 

understanding of bipolar, people working with those who have the disorder will be able to offer a more empathetic and 

informed service to their clients (friends, family members or acquaintances). 


• The medical view of Bipolar including its prevalence, genetic influences and treatment 

• The effects of Bipolar from a family perspective 

• Personal experience of living with Bipolar Disorder 

• The impact of Bipolar Disorder in terms of energy levels, thinking patterns and behaviour 

• A peer support view of the work undertaken at Bipolar Support Canterbury 

• Ways of living well and managing Bipolar Disorder 



• Develop a knowledge of the causes, symptoms and treatment of Bipolar Disorder 

• Gain an insight into how Bipolar Disorder affects people with the disorder and their families 

• Identify how to support people who are affected by Bipolar 

• Discuss the importance of working together to create individualized recovery plans 

Facilitator’s Profile | Frances Caldwell 

Frances started work with Bipolar Support Canterbury (BSC) at the beginning of 2008. She continues to work as 

service manager of the Bipolar Support team at MHAPS following the 2011 merger between BSC and Anxiety Support 

Canterbury and Psychiatric Consumers Trust. She has family member experience of bipolar disorder.

UNDERSTANDING BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER 

Facilitator: Suzan Munro 

Date: Friday 24 February | 9.30am - 2.00pm 


Cost: $100 


Catering: Hot drink, biscuits and light lunch provided 

Code: BPD-E 

Aim 

To provide an in-depth description of the complexities of Borderline Personality Disorder so that participants develop a 

greater understanding and awareness that will enable them to support and communicate more effectively with someone 

living with this disorder. 


• How living with Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety and Post Traumatic Stress 

Disorder affects someone’s life 

• Stigma and discrimination 

• Managing medication 

• Treatment 

• Thought processes 

• Forming healthy relationships 

• Parenting and family issues 



• Gain a greater understanding of the complexities of living with Borderline Personality Disorder and 

co-occurring mental illnesses 

• Develop increased knowledge of how to support and encourage someone with a Borderline Personality Disorder 

• Become more aware of how a ‘Strengths approach’ can assist recovery 

Facilitator’s Profile | Suzan Munro 

Suzan created her own business ‘Changing Views’ out of a need to have quality, consumer education in the community. 

She has been providing education for 4 years to groups and organisations about what it is like to live with a mental 

illness while maintaining a satisfying and productive life that suits her needs and lifestyle. Suzan shares her story about 

her personal experience in the mental health system spanning more than 20 years. She describes the many skills/tools 

she has learnt in her journey towards successful recovery. Suzan promotes a future-focused way of thinking in the hope 

that other people who live with a mental illness are given the same chances to live the life that they desire. Suzan’s work 

history includes contracting through the CDHB and community organisations. 

UNDERSTANDING & MANAGING CHALLENGING 

BEHAVIOURS ASSOCIATED WITH BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER 


Date: Wednesday 11 April | 9.30am - 12.30pm 


Cost: $65 



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Code: MCB-E 

Aim 

The aim of this course is to understand some of the difficulties that you can face when working with those who live with 

Borderline Personality disorder (BPD).The course will be interactive and participants will gain knowledge of the different 

types of challenging behaviours that can be associated with this disorder.They will also gain an understanding of what is 

unhelpful but more importantly what can positively help a client who is struggling with this disorder. 


• Gain an overview of this disorder using the current DSM-IV 

• Gain an understanding of where challenging behaviours start from 

• Understand how a client tries to cope with stress 

• Understand the importance of building a good sense of self-worth and self-esteem 

• Develop tools to help make positive changes 


Participants will be provided the opportunity to: 

• Develop a better understanding of managing chalenging behaviours associated with Borderline 

Personality Disorder. 

• Learn how to approach and manage challenging behaviours effectively 




illness while maintaining a satisfying and productive life that suits her needs and lifestyle.Suzan shares her story about 



that other people who live with a mental illness are given the same chances to live the life that they desire.Suzan’s work 

history includes contracting through the CDHB and community organisations.

DEMYSTIFYING SELF-HARM 


Date: Friday 16 March | 9.30am - 12.30pm 


Cost: $65 



Aim 

To reduce self-harm in those who live with the diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder. 


• Understanding the cyclic nature of self-harm 

• The impact it has on a client’s life 

• Self-harm myths 

• Discrimination/Stigma 

• Treatment - what is helpful/unhelpful 

• Exploring thought processes 

• Life management skills 



• Gain greater understanding of self-harm 

• Develop knowledge and tools to assist a client towards gaining control over self-harm, behaviour 

and thought processes 

Code: DSH-E 




illness while maintaining a satisfying and productive life that suits her needs and lifestyle.Suzan shares her story about 



that other people who live with a mental illness are given the same chances to live the life that they desire.Suzan’s work 

history includes contracting through the CDHB and community organisations. 

INTRODUCTION TO DEPRESSION 

Facilitators: Grant Cooper and Gill Cooper 

Date: Tuesday 21 February | 1.00pm - 5.00pm 


Cost: $75 


Catering: Hot drink and afternoon tea provided 

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Code: D-E 

Aim 

Develop knowledge of the impact of depression and practical recovery strategies for those who experience depression, 

their loved ones and other supporters. 


• What is Depression 

• Causes of Depression 

• Signs and symptoms 

• How the brain works and its interaction with medication 

• Impact on relationships 

• Practical strategies for working through depression (clinical and non clinical including holistic approach) 

• Caring for the carers 

• Commitment to an action 



• Develop an insight into depression 

• Gain some practical strategies to take away 

• Normalise the experience of depression 

Facilitator’s Profile | Grant Cooper B.Comm, Dip. Teaching (Secondary) 

Grant has his own experience of depression. He has been working in the mental health field for the past 10 years 

as a mental health promoter and resource co-ordinator. Grant has facilitated many courses on issues of stigma and 

discrimination associated with mental illness. He has a bachelor’s degree and a diploma in teaching. 

Facilitator’s Profile | Gill Cooper 

Gill is a professional Mental Health Worker with 12 years’ experience supporting people with mental health issues and 

their loved ones. Gill has a fun and interactive style of relating and presenting her knowledge and experience in an 

informative and refreshing way.

INTRODUCTION TO EATING DISORDERS & RELATED ISSUES 

Facilitator: Kate Yeoman 

Date: Tuesday 3 April | 9.30am - 12.30pm 





Code: ED-E 

Aim 

To provide people working in mental health with information and skills to support them in their work with people affected 

by eating disorders or other food and body image issues. To support and encourage individuals and agencies to 

promote healthy, peaceful relationships with food and positive attitudes towards body image in their workplaces and 

client work. 


This highly valuable course combines discussion of cultural and social perspectives on food and body ideals with 

clinical knowledge. Topics covered include: characteristics of Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Eating Disorder Not 

Otherwise Specified and Binge Eating Disorder, as well as more general disordered eating; factors that may influence 

the development of eating issues; relationship between dieting and bingeing; medical complications and health issues; 

local services and referral pathways; understanding the internal dialogue of someone affected by an eating disorder. 



• Develop knowledge of eating disorder characteristics and symptoms, and an understanding of broader eating 

and body image difficulties 

• Develop an increased awareness of the social and cultural factors that encourage eating and 

body image difficulties 

• Develop a greater understanding of the experiences and internal dialogue of people affected by eating disorders 

• Be aware of the treatment and support services available to people dealing with eating disorders and/or food and 

body image issues in the Canterbury region 

Facilitator’s Profile | Kate Yeoman 

Kate is a Christchurch-based counsellor and educator who has worked in the area of eating disorders/difficulties 

for many years. She runs a private practice counselling service and facilitates a support group for the Eating 

Awareness Team. 

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY 

Facilitator: Jane Nugent 

Date: Monday 20 February or Monday 16 April | 9.30am - 12.30pm 





Aim 

This course is designed for health professionals working in mental health and others interested in mental health. 

The course is designed to provide you with an introduction to current hypotheses regarding psychopathologies 

and the pharmacological rationale underpinning the treatment of common psychiatric disorders. 


• Introduce the hypotheses that underpin depression, anxiety and schizophrenia 

• Using case studies it will introduce the pharmacological rationale for treatment of these disorders 

• It will also introduce the concept of risk versus benefit when it comes to the side effect profiles of 

commonly used drugs 



• Better understand up-to-date theories of major mental illnesses 

• Explore the mechanism of common psychotropic agents, important interactions and side effects 

• Provoke thoughtful discussion and greater awareness of the issues involved 

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Code: P-E 

Facilitator’s Profile | Jane Nugent 

Jane is a Medical Doctor with a special interest in mental health and a passion for psychopharmacology. She has a 

talent for taking highly technical information and making it accessible to non-specialists. Prior to becoming a Doctor (and 

during her training) Jane worked as a mental health Nurse for many years. She has also been involved in pharmacology 

teaching for a variety of New Zealand and Australian institutions since 1997.

INTRODUCTION TO SCHIZOPHRENIA 

Facilitator: Joyce Harris 

Date: Tuesday 28 February | 9.30am - 12.30pm 


Cost: $65 



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Code: S-E 

Aim 

To provide a general introduction of the experiences and causes of Schizophrenia; to increase participant’s knowledge 

of the realities of living with this illness from a carer’s perspective and to learn how to support a person’s recovery using 

a strengths-based way of working. 


• Understanding Schizophrenia from a carer’s perspective 

• Introduction to Schizophrenia 

• Diagnostic criteria for Schizophrenia (DSM-IV) 

• The Facts and Myths 

• Risk factors and causes 

• Treatment Options 

• We are all affected 

• Supporting a person with Schizophrenia 

in the community 

• Early Warning signs/Crisis Intervention 

• Coping Strategies and Problem Solving 



• Become aware of the myths surrounding Schizophrenia 

• Identify the age of onset and the need for early interventions 

• Increase knowledge of Schizophrenia in relation to some of the symptoms and behaviours of this disorder 

• Discuss treatments and supports available in the Canterbury community for people with Schizophrenia 

and their families 

• Identify ways to support someone with Schizophrenia 

• Become familiar with how to use a strengths based model towards recovery 

Facilitator’s Profile |Joyce Harris 

Joyce currently works as a fieldworker for S.F. Pegasus Bay - Supporting Families in Mental Illness. She has worked 

for the Schizophrenia Fellowship, since 1991, in many different roles. After completing the Certificate in Community 

Psychiatric Care in 1993, Joyce began working for the fellowship at the Drop-In centre for those living with a major 

mental illness. In 1997, she became a fieldworker who provided support, advocacy and education to families around the 

issues of living and supporting someone with schizophrenia and/or related disorders. For the last 15 years, Joyce has 

delivered education on Schizophrenia and/or the Family Perspective to Nursing Degree students at the Christchurch 

Polytechnic Institute of Technology and at the Southern Institute of Technology - Mental Health Support Worker Courses. 

In addition, she regularly gives presentations on Schizophrenia at the Mental Health Education and Resource Centre. 

Joyce has also completed a 3 year course in Clinical Supervision with the CDHB. 

MENTAL HEALTH

CHANGE, LOSS & GRIEF: AN INTRODUCTION 

Facilitator: Ainslee Coates 



Cost: $65 



Code: CLG-E 

Aim 

This introductory course is for people who would like to increase their own understanding of change and loss and the 

grief associated with this. This will be a highly interactive, practical course and participants will be encouraged to reflect 

on their own and others personal experiences of loss and grief in a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment. 

Please note: this course is focused on an educative process and is not designed to be therapeutic. 


• Establishing a safe learning environment 

• Exploring change, loss and grief in people’s lives 

• Identifying different experiences and ways of managing grief 

• Historical and contemporary understandings of grief 

• Supporting ourselves and others in times of loss 



• Develop a better understanding of the nature of change, loss and grief in our own lives and in the lives of others 

• Identify the thoughts, feelings and physical symptoms that may occur when someone is grieving 

• Develop skills and strategies to support ourselves and others during times of change, loss and grief 

• Describe some historical and contemporary ways of understanding grief 

Facilitator’s Profile | Ainslee Coates MTch.Lg, BE.d, Dip. Teaching, Dip Mangmt (NZIM) 

Ainslee currently manages the professional development/education work of the Mental Health Education and Resource 

Centre. Ainslee is a passionate educator with 20 years experience in teaching and learning. She has a particular interest 

in mental health, especially Change, Loss and Grief. 

COMPLE-MENTAL! 

Complementary Practices & their Application within Mental Health 

Facilitator: Michelle Withers 

Date: Wednesday 28 March | 9.30am - 12.30pm 


Cost: $65 



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Code: CM-E 

Aim 

This course is designed for professionals who are curious about complementary practices and their application in a 

mental health context. Ideally this will generate some discussion around the very broad term that is ‘complementary 

medicine’ and the difference in the definition of conventional and alternative medicine.The course will give you the 

chance to think about how you could offer, or choose complementary elements with more confidence, through brief 

overviews of some of the many available. It aims to be thought-provoking for you and those you work with. 


• Discuss the many therapies and practices that are considered complementary or alternative 

to conventional medicine 

• An overview of some of the many better known complementary practices such as acupuncture, 

aromatherapy, massage, reflexology, reiki, yoga, breathing techniques, and meditation 

• Aspects of safety, efficacy and research within complementary medicine, and the benefits to mental wellbeing. 

• Create a ‘comple-mental tool-kit’ 



• Develop a better understanding of some of the many complementary options available 

• Explore the terms complementary, alternative and integrative medicine 

• Discuss how to make informed choices when considering something complementary 

Facilitator’s Profile | Michelle Withers 

Michelle (Shell) has previously been a Peer Support Worker at Bipolar Support Canterbury. Living with bipolar has 

led her to experience the many available options in the wellness journey. Whilst having worked in the corporate and 

hospitality arena most of her life, the last 5 years have been in mental health, including working in the MHERC library. 

In 2010, she contributed to a book on New Zealanders’ living with Bipolar - ‘Caught Between Sunshine and Shadows.’ 

She is also part of an advisory group for a Bipolar Clinic research project here in Christchurch and runs a successful 

complementary therapy practice.

LAUGHTER FOR WELLNESS 

Facilitator: Honalee Hunter 

Date: Tuesday 6 March | 9.30am - 12.30pm 





Code: LFW-E 

Aim 

This essential course is for people who are curious about the benefits of laughter and the possibilities of accessing 

laughter regardless of circumstance. The course aims to provide people working in mental health with information and 

skills to support themselves in their ongoing self care and in maintaining a resourceful state. It will also provide the 

opportunity to support and encourage individuals and agencies to promote healthy positive self care practices within 

themselves and their work place. 


• Laughter is our body’s natural antidote to stress. Laughter “Yoga” is a deceptively simple yet very powerful form 

of exercise, combining laughter exercises with yogic breathing (quite different from traditional yoga with postures). 

Laughter yoga requires no sense of humour, no jokes or comedy; anybody can do it. Ultimately Laughter Yoga is 

about the cultivation of joyfulness. It teaches you to make happiness a choice and not a consequence. 

• In this course we will look at the benefits of laughter, experience a laughter yoga session, and learn some simple, 

innovative and accessible techniques for ongoing stress management and self care. This course is experiential and 

practical. No special clothing is required, just bring your laughing gear! 



• Develop a knowledge of the impacts of stress and techniques to manage ongoing stress 

• Learn laughter yoga for themselves and/or with colleagues or clients 

• Explore the psychology of happiness and the scientific research to support the claims that perhaps laughter 

really is the best medicine 

• Connect in a playful way with your colleagues and wider counselling community developing 

connections and networks. 

• Feel uplifted and liberated through accessing the infectious natural joy that lives within you. 

Facilitator’s Profile |Honalee Hunter Dip. Teaching, Post Grad Dip Drama, Dip Counselling, 

Advanced Cert Laughter Yoga Training, Provisional Member N.Z.A.C. 

Honalee Hunter has a rich and diverse background in teaching, acting, facilitation and counselling. 

She currently works in private practice as a counsellor and in corporate and community settings facilitating stress 

management, team building and laughter yoga trainings and courses. 

NATURAL LEARNING 

Facilitator: Mary Tingey 

Date: Thursday 15 March | 9.30am - 2.00pm 


Cost: $100 



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Aim 

This course is an introduction which lets you dip your toes into the wonderful world of learning. The aim of the course is 

to allow you to rediscover the natural learning abilities that you were born with. To live is to learn. 


The course will include: 

• What is natural learning 

• Wow, I am brainy after all! - A look at the marvellous human brain 

• Learning Myths - What you believe is what you get 

• The Easy Way - Letting the environment work for you 

• Focus -Using awareness as a power tool 

• Baby Steps for giant strides - little steps as a learning tool 

• Encouragement the Gentle Giant if learning - What is encouragement? 

• Boost yourself and others with encouragement 



• Discover that learning is enjoyable and empowering 

• Gain an understanding of the huge processing capability of your own brain 

• Discover how belief can shape your learning 

• Become aware of learning on auto pilot through absorbing your environment and use this for a happier workplace 

• Develop awareness through practical exercises 

• Practise the technique of using small steps when helping others 

• Find out how to use encouragement to help yourself and others 

Facilitator’s Profile |Mary Tingey M.A. hons (psych), Dip Teach, Dip Teach Montessori 

Mary has practised teaching as a professional for over 30 years. She has taught people of all ages from preschool to 

adulthood in a wide variety of situations. To widen her teaching knowledge and practise she has studied the Montessori 

Method of teaching and taught in a Montessori primary school for four years where the children were respected and 

able to learn joyfully and easily. Mary has a passion for teaching others independence through their own learning skills. 

She founded ‘A Place of Learning’ to open up the world of learning for adults, so that they can use their natural learning 

abilities to create happy and fulfilling lives.

POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY RESILIENCE SERIES: Emotional Wellbeing 

Facilitator: Alison Ogier-Price 

Date: Wednesday 22 February | 9.30am - 12.30pm 


Cost: $55 Subsidised | $75 Non Subsidised (per course) 

$200 Subsidised | $280 Non Subsidised (series of 4 courses) 



Code: EW-E 

Aim 

The science of Positive Psychology focuses on what makes us flourish, and how to increase this character of our lives, 

rather than focusing on what may be seen as dysfunction. This course explores the role of emotions and the great 

impact it has on our psychological and physical health. We look at why we should seek emotional health and what 

science is able to tell us about what makes us happy. There is a strong relationship between emotional health and 

how productive, motivated and engaged we are. We are able to develop our personal resources to promote a greater 

resilience for ourselves and support an increased resilience in others. Emotional wellbeing is at the root of what makes 

life worth living. Through short lectures and group interaction, this course provides participants with an opportunity to 

explore their personal resources for accessing greater emotional wellbeing. You will learn about the studies that support 

the increasing database of knowledge into our positive psychology, and acquire new skills for long-term emotional health 

and resilience. 


• The role and function of emotions 

• Savouring individual resources 

• Perception, bias and appreciation 

• Lifelong practices into maintaining emotional wellbeing 

• Building relationships through emotional engagement 



• Gain an understanding of the role of ‘positive’ and ‘negative’ emotions. 

• Develop a personal resource toolbox to build emotional health and resilience. 

• Learn about, and practice strategies, for emotional wellbeing. 

• Extend personal strategies to support others and build stronger relationships. 

Facilitator’s Profile |Alison Ogier-Price MSc Psyc, B.Comm, BA Hons, C.AT, MNZAPP 

Alison specialises in the application of the science of Positive Psychology to optimal human functioning for professional 

and personal development, and organisational wellbeing.Alison is frequently engaged to speak on applied positive 

psychology at national psychology and counselling conferences and seminars, and is often consulted for input to the 

press and other media. She is vice-president and editor for the New Zealand Association of Positive Psychology, and 

is actively engaged in research at the University of Canterbury into developing and sustaining wellbeing.Alison has 

extensive experience in teaching and facilitating courses and courses for good mental health and wellbeing, resilience, 

stress management, and personal leadership. She has presented within many sectors including health services, 

education, corporate, industrial and community. Her programmes have a firm research and evidence basis, and are both 

richly informative and deeply experiential. 

POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY RESILIENCE SERIES: Exploring Personal Strengths 


Date: Wednesday 21 March | 9.30am - 12.30pm 

Venue: Upper Riccarton Community Library, 71 Main South Road, Christchurch 





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Aim 

The science of positive psychology asks what makes us strong and uniquely talented. It asks where we find our 

resilience in the face of challenge, what core part of us makes us able to flourish and be deeply engaged, and where 

we can find the greatest opportunity for growth. This course examines the nature of an individual’s personal strengths, 

how these affect choices and motivation, and how they can be used to craft situations to use the strongest personal 

resources. The identification, measurement and increase in core strengths is closely related to increases in emotional 

wellbeing, confidence, resilience and meaningful engagement in activities. This course provides an opportunity to 

examine the strengths of self and others to develop a greater understanding of what we each bring to the table. 

Individuals have a unique combination of core strengths that when accessed effectively, allow for a deeper engagement 

in life’s activities, the development of more co-operative, understanding and tolerant relationships, greater coping 

skills and resilience. 


• The history and theory of strengths-based character 

• Personal strengths identification 

• Developing inherent talents 

• Crafting challenges to access strengths 

• Application to relationship and team development 



• Learn about the study and application of human strengths 

• Identify authentic personal strengths through increased self-knowledge and understanding of personal resources 

• Develop skills in job and life crafting to engage strengths 

• Understand how to apply strengths to deal with challenges and adversity 

• Practice techniques to increase natural talents and strengths 

• Learn to apply strengths-based methods for building relationships and working with others 

Facilitator’s Profile |Alison Ogier-Price, MSc Psyc, B.Comm, BA Hons, C.AT, MNZAPP 


and personal development, and organisational wellbeing. Alison is frequently engaged to speak on applied positive 


press and other media. She is vice-president and editor for the New Zealand Association of Positive Psychology, and is 

actively engaged in research at the University of Canterbury into developing and sustaining wellbeing. 

Alison has extensive experience in teaching and facilitating courses and courses for good mental health and wellbeing, 

resilience, stress management, and personal leadership. She has presented within many sectors including health 

services, education, corporate, industrial and community. Her programmes have a firm research and evidence basis, 

and are both richly informative and deeply experiential.

POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY RESILIENCE SERIES: Developing Optimism 


Date: Wednesday 18 April | 9.30am - 12.30pm 






Code: DO-E 

Aim 

Based on the foundations of the research-based science of positive psychology, this course explores the function of 

types of optimistic and pessimistic thought patterns and how these affect our lives. Optimism plays a major role in how 

resilient we are to the stresses and challenges of life. It has been found that optimistic styles can effectively be learned 

through the development of a greater awareness of self-talk, and the development of personally meaningful new ways 

to process challenges. Optimism is closely linked to subjective wellbeing, and the habitual practice of positive mental 

processes can lead to a reduction in symptoms of depression and anxiety, and an increase in psychological, physical, 

mental and relationship health. 


• Gain an understanding of the function of optimistic, pessimistic and realistic patterns of thought 

• Identify personal patterns of thinking and self-talk 

• Explore and practice key strategies for optimistic thinking 

• Reinforce their own skills of optimistic and realistic thinking 

• Learn to deal more effectively with challenges 

• Develop greater resilience to adversity 


Participant will be provided with the opportunity to: 

• Explore personal habitual patterns 

• Challenge maladaptive thought processes 

• Develop greater skills of optimistic and realistic thinking 

Facilitator’s Profile |Alison Ogier-Price MSc Psyc, B.Comm, BA Hons, C.AT, MNZAPP 





is actively engaged in research at the University of Canterbury into developing and sustaining wellbeing. Alison has 




richly informative and deeply experiential. 

POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY RESILIENCE SERIES: Creating Hope Based Futures 


Date: Wednesday 23 May | 9.30am - 12.30pm 

Venue: MHERC | 403a Worcester Street, Linwood Christchurch 





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Code: HBF-E 

Aim 

We are inherently goal-oriented and focused on anticipated future events. How we perceive this future substantially 

affects our wellbeing. Science is providing us with useful insights into how we can craft a future based on hope. The 

greater the likelihood of achieving a desired outcome, the greater our subjective wellbeing, and the less our experience 

of symptoms of hopelessness, helplessness and depression. This course provides a framework for hopeful goal-setting 

that takes into account the character of our goals, how we move towards achieving them, and our personal drives and 

motivation. This course provides participants with an opportunity to develop a greater understanding of how a future 

based on hope, looks. You will use science-based principles to develop and practice the techniques that lead to more 

effective goal-achievement, productivity and wellbeing. 


• The role and science of hope in future-oriented thought processes 

• Hopeful goal-setting through effective goal characteristic development 

• Motivation and perseverance builds hope 



• Gain an understanding of the function of hopeful and future-oriented thoughts 

• Identify blockages to achieving goals, and how to overcome these 

• Identify supportive relationships towards more effective achievement 

• Develop skills and practices for hopeful thinking 

• Develop greater resilience in the face of adversity 

• Creating pathways to the future 

• Consolidating personal resources 

Facilitator’s Profile |Alison Ogier-Price, MSc Psyc, B.Comm, BA Hons, C.AT, MNZAPP 





is actively engaged in research at the University of Canterbury into developing and sustaining wellbeing. Alison has 




richly informative and deeply experiential.

STRESS MANAGEMENT - Looking After Yourself so You can Care for Others 

Facilitator: Martin Dorahy 

Date: Monday 5 March | 9.30am - 12.30pm 





Code: SM-E 

Aim 

The challenges of working with individuals experiencing mental health difficulties can increase significantly the stress 

levels of those people involved in their care, support and/or treatment. The aim of this half day course is to understand 

more about the stress experienced by individuals in the caring professions that arises as a result of their work with 

clients. Strategies to manage and decrease stress will also be explored along with ways that each participant can 

regulate and reduce their own stress levels. 


• How stress effects the mind and body and how it comes about 

• Ways to monitor one’s own stress level 

• Strategies that might be helpful in managing stress with your clients 

• Individual strategies that will assist you manage your own stress 



• Learn about the stress response and ones own stress levels 

• Develop strategies and techniques that may be helpful to reduce stress 

• Idenitfy strategies that work best 

Facilitator’s Profile |Martin Dorohy 

Martin is a clinical psychologist whose main interest is in human responses to traumatic and overwhelming events 

and ways of intervening to reducing their impact. He is a senior lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the 

University of Canterbury and his clinical and therapeutic work is with individuals who are experiencing mental health 

difficulties following child or adult trauma, particularly trauma that occurs in the context of the family or relationships. 

Prior to coming to Christchurch, he worked in Belfast, Northern Ireland (2001-2009) with individual’s exposed to 

terrorist and political violence. He is originally from Australia and if he lived in his ideal world he would snow ski much 

more than he does! 

BUILDING RESILIENCE 


Date: Monday 2 April | 9.30am - 11.30am 

Venue: MHERC | 403a Worcester Street, Linwood Christchurch 

Cost: $50 



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Aim 

Resiliency is the ability to bounce back from setbacks, stress, overcome adversity and sustain good health and 

wellbeing even when under constant pressure (Siebert, 2005). Resilience is most commonly understood as a process, 

something you do or develop more than something you have.This two hour course begins to explore the ways we can 

develop resilience and bounce back from distressing events. It will provide some useful and practical strategies for 

building resilience and supporting wellbeing in order to negotiate difficult, stressful and challenging times. The course 

will be delivered in a safe, warm, supportive and inclusive environment. 


• Normal reactions to abnormal events - normalising symptoms and responses 

• Bouncing back from setbacks - developing resilience 

• Principles for helping (Hobfoll et al. 2007) 

• Working safely to minimise further distress 



• Identify and acknowledge normal responses to abnormal events 

• Explore practical ways to develop resilience in ourselves and in our clients 

• Describe the five principles for helping (Hobfoll et al. 2007) 

• Discuss ways to work safely with clients to prevent re-traumatisation 





References: 

1. Siebert, A. (2005). The resiliency advantage. USA:Berrett – Koehler Publishers, Inc. 

2. Hobfoll, S. E., Watson, P., Bell C. C., Bryant, R. A., Brymer, M.J., Friedman, M. J., Friedman, M., Berthold, P.R., Layne, C. M., Neria, Y., 

Norwood A. E., Pynoos, R.S., Reissman, D., Ruzek, J. I. (2007). Five Essential Elements of Intermediate and Mid-Term Mass 

Trauma Intervention: Empirical Evidence. Psychiatry 70(4), 283 – 315.

FAMILY WHANAU 

FAMILIES AS PARTNERS IN CARE 

Facilitators: Joyce Harris and Diane Gooch 

Date: Thursday 8 March | 9.30am - 12.30pm 


Cost: $65 



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Code: FPC-E 

Aim 

This course is for people working in organisations that provide health and community services to consumers/clients/service 

users who have a diagnosis of mental illness. Knowledge gained from this course will support workers to engage 

and include family/whanau and carers whilst maintaining a ‘client-centred’ approach. 


• What is Family Inclusive Practice? 

• Identifying the family/whanau/carers 

• Barriers to engagement 

• Engaging with family/whanau/carers 

• Providing information to families 

• How families can enhance your service 

• Ongoing support for family/whanau/carers 

• Working collaboratively 



• Identify the significance of the social world of the service user 

• Develop skills to build a relationship with family/whanau/carers 

• Gain a greater understanding of the role of the family and how this can contribute to positive 

outcomes for the service user 

• Discuss supports available for families 

Facilitator’s Profile |Joyce Harris 

Joyce currently works as fieldworker/educator for Supporting Families in Mental Illness, Canterbury Branch, 

formerly Schizophrenia Fellowship Pegasus Bay. Joyce has worked for the Schizophrenia Fellowship, since 1991, in 

many different roles. After completing the Certificate in Community Psychiatric Care in 1993, Joyce began working 

for the fellowship at the Drop-In centre for those living with a major mental illness. For the last 15 years, Joyce has 

delivered education on Schizophrenia and/or the Family Perspective to Nursing Degree students at the Christchurch 

Polytechnic Institute of Technology and at the Southern Institute of Technology - Mental Health Support Worker 

Courses. In addition, she regularly gives presentations on Schizophrenia at the Mental Health Education and 

Resource Centre. Joyce was instrumental in the delivery of the ‘Families as Partners in Care’ pilot training programme 

that was provided by Schizophrenia Fellowship National Office.Joyce has also completed a 3 year course in Clinical 

Supervision with the CDHB. 

Facilitator’s Profile |Diane Gooch 

Diane, who comes from a social work background, began working in the mental health sector as a CDHB Specialist 

Mental Health Services Family Advisor in 2002. In 2004, she was appointed Branch Manager/Fieldworker for Schizophrenia 

Fellowship Pegasus Bay, now trading as Supporting Families in Mental Illness, Canterbury Branch.

WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OTHERS - 5 Day Course 

Family Partnership Model Core Professional Development 

Facilitators: Marg Bigsby and Maria Van Der Plas 

Date: Friday 30 March | 9.00am - 4.00pm and 

Thursday 5 April | 9.00am - 4.00pm and 

Friday 13 April | 9.00am - 4.00pm and 

Thursday 19 April | 9.00am - 4.00pm and 

Friday 27 April | 9.00am - 4.00pm 


Cost: $650 (per person for all five days) 


Catering: Hot drinks, biscuits and light lunch provided 

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Aim 

The Family Partnership Model (FPM) is an evidence-based approach that offers practitioners a clean and 

straightforward framework to use in working together with parents to meet their children’s needs. It integrates the 

use of core helping skills and qualities with the process of a goal-orientated approach. It promotes and facilitates the 

development of genuine and respectful partnerships, enables exploration of strengths, difficulties and resources, 

encourages independence and helps families to develop problem management approaches. The course will be 

delivered in a safe, warm, supportive and inclusive environment. 


This is a 5-day course for up to 14 participants, which we hope will be enriching and fun. There will be two facilitators. 

The course is interactive throughout, with the facilitators modelling the FPM with the group. Sessions include 

whole-group and small-group discussions and activities, small group practical sessions and feedback and planning 

of between session tasks. The cost includes the loan of a text book for the duration of the course, plus a workbook, 

refreshments and lunch. 



• Consider the theoretical and skills base for the FPM 

• Confirm, develop and enhance abilities to engage parents in partnership working 

• Confirm, develop and enhance skills and qualities when working with families 

• Use a clear framework supporting those working closely with parents 

• Develop and enhance understanding and skills to build and maintain purposeful relationships, enabling participants 

to support parents in exploring and identifying difficulties and strengths and planning for positive change 

Facilitator’s Profile |Marg Bigsby RN, RM, Plunket Nurse, B App Sci (Adv Nsg) 

Marg works for Plunket as the National Family Partnership Leader. For the last 6 years, she has promoted and supported 

implementation of the FPM within Plunket as well as with other organisations who also work with families of young 

children. Marg is a FPM facilitator trainer, and has also completed supervision training in the FPM approach. Marg has 

helped co-ordinate facilitation of 91 FPM courses in numerous locations around New Zealand to over 900 participants. 

Facilitator’s Profile |Maria Van Der Plas RCompN, PN, PG Cert in Perinatal mental health, 

PG Diploma in Health 

Maria works for Plunket as a Clinical leader for Canterbury, supervising care delivery staff working with families. She 

has been a member of the Plunket Postnatal Adjustment Programme team that provides additional support to mothers 

adjusting to parenting. Maria undertook the Family Partnership course in 2007 and then trained as a facilitator in 2009. 

Maria has co-facilitated FPM courses in Christchurch, and supported its application in the Well Child practice speciality. 

CHILD & 

ADOLESCENT

HOW DO I GET PAST THE “NOTHING”? 

HEEADDS: An Essential in a ‘Working with Youth Tool Box’ 

Facilitator: Gayle Lauder 



Cost: $155 Subsidised, $175 Non Subsidised 



Code:HS-E 

Aim 

This course is specifically designed for professionals working with youth (10-24 years). Participants will be provided with 

the opportunity to increase and refresh their knowledge about what impacts on the exuberance and angst of adolescent 

years, and gain skills and confidence in gathering this information from the young people they work with.This will be 

an interactive, practical course and participants will practice the skills taught via role play and demonstrations. Please 

note this course is suitable for professionals working in organisations with youth (nurses, counsellors, social workers, 

youth workers, GP’s etc). 


• Hear about some of the tough stuff that’s going in young people’s lives 

• A brief look at youth development alongside risk and resiliency factors 

• The HEEADDSS assessment tool and how it works 

• Practice using the tool to gain information 



• Hear recent NZ data on youth health 

• Learn to consider young people and their actions from a youth development perspective 

• Take away a tool which is effective in establishing rapport and gathering information about a young person 

• Practice carrying out a HEEADDSS assessment 

Facilitator’s Profile | Gayle Lauder RN, BSc, PgDip HSc (Nursing) 

Gayle is a Registered Nurse and has specialised in working in youth health. She is a young person enthusiast and 

enjoys the vibrancy and challenges of working with them, as well as growing her own. She worked at the 198 Youth 

Health Centre in Christchurch for 7 years until the closure in 2010. Currently she is a Health Assessor in the Youth 

Offending Strategy of CYFS, assessing the health risks and strengths of young people who offend. She has recently 

joined the nursing team in the Youth Justice facilities of Te Oranga and Te Pune Wai as a Youth Health Specialty Nurse; 

she also provides clinical supervision for nurses who are working with young people. Her previous areas of work have 

been as a Health Advisor at Christchurch Sexual Health Centre and working in infectious diseases overseas.Her aim as 

a presenter is to provide information and clinical experiences in an atmosphere that maximises participant’s own skills 

and experiences in order to have an informative and enjoyable day. 

SKATE UP & OVER THE ANGER VOLCANO 

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Kids & Teens with Anger 

Facilitator: Nikki Coleman 






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Aim 

This course gives participants knowledge and skills in the use of a CBT model specifically designed for Kiwi kids and 

teens with anger problems. The intervention presented is evidence based and a fun way of engaging young people. This 

will be a highly interactive, practical course and participants will get to practice the skills taught via role play and DVD’s. 

Please note this course is suitable for professionals working in organisations with children and adolescents (nurses, 

counsellors, social workers, youth workers, GP’s, RTLB’s etc). Participants ideally need to have completed a Skate into 

Skills course as a pre-requisite for this course. 


• Overview of the CBT model for anger 

• Developmental considerations and evidence for CBT with anger 

• The Hot Ride - utilising the skateboard for anger problems 

• Treatment package for CBT with kids and teens with anger 

• Tools for change (CBT strategies for problem areas) 



• Develop a better understanding of CBT for anger in Kiwi kids and teens 

• Identify the key components of the Skateboard Model for anger 

• Practice eliciting, applying and sharing the Skateboard Model via role play, demonstrations and DVD’s 

• Learn CBT strategies for anger to apply 

Facilitator’s Profile | Nikki Coleman MHSc, BSW, PgDip CBT 

Nikki comes from the Hawkes Bay and has lived in Christchurch for 10 years. She is a mum to 6 year old Luca, partner 

to her German Bill and a recent lover of horse riding. She is a registered social worker and cognitive behaviour therapist 

with 15 years experience in the area of youth mental health. She has worked at Youth Specialty Services in Auckland 

and Christchurch. Currently she has a private practice helping youth develop skills to reduce the anxiety, depression, 

self esteem, eating, anger and many other problems areas in their life with a CBT model of intervention. She also 

teaches CBT at the University of Auckland. Additionally Nikki is a clinical advisor with Clinical Advisory Services 

Aotearoa providing consultation to CYFS and communities in the area of suicide. Nikki has presented a range of 

courses in her career and aims to educate, entertain and extend the skills of participants.

DISABILITY 

REHABILITATION THEORY AND PRACTICE 

Facilitator: Gabrielle O’Connell 



Cost: $65 



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Aim 

Rehabilitation is the function of a broad range of professions, health, social and community organisations. This 

introductory course aims to help participants understand essential concepts and contextual issues in the field of 

disability and rehabilitation. The course will be relevant to those working directly with clients as well as those involved 

in management and funding. 



• Definitional issues in rehabilitation - implications and limitations 

• Rehabilitation; what it is and that it isn’t 

• Historical and current perspectives on disability 

• Case Studies 



• Develop an understanding of important rehabilitation concepts such as disability, impairment and 

independent living 

• Learn about political, social and cultural influences on the provision of service in the health and disability sector 

• Identify key ethical principles that will help guide you in your work 

Facilitator’s Profile |Gabrielle O’Connell BA (Phych) PG Cert Education (Guidance Studies) 

Cert. AT MCDANZ 

Gabrielle has over 15 years experience working with clients in vocational and correctional rehabilitation settings, and 

has provided respite care. She is interested in how policy impacts on practice, and client intervention in the fields 

of rehabilitation, disability and health. She is in private practice with ACC contracts for assessment and intervention 

services (including multidisciplinary programmes). She also provides EAP career and transition support and professional 

supervision. Gabrielle has trained and facilitated in the private sector, government, and community organisations. In 

developing courses for MHREC her aim is to assist frontline staff and organisations help some of the most vulnerable 

in our society. Beyond work, Gabrielle enjoys spending time with family and friends, and outdoor pursuits. She is 

completing a post graduate qualification in rehabilitation counselling.

SKILL 

DEVELOPMENT 

COLLABORATIVE GROUP SUPERVISION 

Facilitator: Marie Meyer 

Date: Wednesday 14 March | 9.30am - 12.30pm and 

Wednesday 4 April | 9.30am - 12.30pm 





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Aim 

The intention of this course is to review and develop Reflective Practice in order for health practitioners to be able to 

demonstrate improved outcomes in their work. Participants will experience structured reflective practice exercises to 

identify the contributions of Reflective Practice to their Continuing Professional Development. 

Courses Overview 

• Explore philosophy regarding value to self and clients from reflecting on our work 

• Learn from research regarding contributions of Reflective Practice to professional practice 

• Participate in exercises to identify how we might use different ways to reflect on practice -structured, 

flexible and creative 

• Make commitments for future practice for review at second session of course 



• Understand the ethics, rationale and purpose of committing ourselves to reflective practice 

• Identify different options and preferences for documenting professional development 

• Review a reflective writing exercise to discover more about knowledge and gain from experience 

• Seek to improve client outcomes through collaborative reflective practice by gaining and including 

feedback from clients 

• Identify ways and develop plans to continue their reflective practices 

Facilitator’s Profile |Marie Meyer 

Marie is a Psychologist in private practice who has worked as a mental health and relationship counsellor for many 

years. She is also a clinical supervisor, mental health educator, group facilitator and author. Marie’s philosophical 

foundations for practice include a commitment to Strength-Based/Recovery with collaboration, caring, curiosity and 

learning through Reflective Practice. Her interest in including writing in multi-disciplinary mental health practices has 

been growing over the last two decades. This interest has been prompted by social constructionist ideas about stories, 

agency and the often overlooked strengths of persons – their competencies, resilience and their hopes for recovering 

by escaping from the pathologizing discourses of mental disorders. Her supervision interests include using peer groups 

and inclusive structured witnessing processes. 

Additional Information 

Clinical supervision in mental health often focuses on the problematic technical/case management aspects of our 

work. However, in professional practice the most significant aspect of our ethical relationships in healing and learning 

is often discounted or marginalized. Additionally, the need for caring practitioners to receive collegial support to avoid 

burnout can be neglected, leading to lateral violence. This course is designed to provide structured experiences of 

‘learning communities of support’ as an alternative to the more common and more costly model of one-to-one clinical 

supervision. Based on Person-centred and Social Constructionist/ Narrative philosophical notions the course will provide 

a systematic approach to engaging participants in supervision in small groups. The concepts of caring, curiosity, and 

learning from a Narrative/Appreciative Enquiry perspective inform the group processes.

GROWING GREAT GROUPS - An Introduction to Facilitation Skills 




Cost: $65 



Code: GGG-E 

Aim 

The aim of this course is to develop the ability to be an effective facilitator of groups or individuals. It will be a 

highly interactive and practical course which models the skills and strategies used to work effectively with a variety 

of people and groups. 



• Setting the scene 

• What is facilitation? What makes an effective facilitator? 

• Facilitation techniques/processes/strategies 

• Principles of adult learning 

• Planning for group work 



• Describe qualities of an effective facilitator/facilitation 

• Begin to develop skills that build effective relationships with individuals and groups 

• Identify effective learning processes and strategies 

• Describe principles of adult learners and implications for learning 

• Develop the skills to plan for effective group work 





MINDFULNESS 

Facilitator: Kirsty Freeman 






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Aim 

To discover how mindfulness ‘works’ and the theoretical bases of mindfulness-based approaches. In addition to this, 

the course will exploe the development and evidence base of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and how it differs 

from cognitive behaviour therapy. 


This highly valuable course offers the opportunity to learn about mindfulness as a ‘third wave’ CBT as well as 

experience some formal and informal mindfulness practices that are offered to a wide range of clients. This enables 

participants to reflect on their relevance to personal and professional uses of mindfulness, including how it might be 

used in the therapeutic/helping relationship. 



• Explore how mindfulness might be used to enhance the therapeutic alliance 

• Discribe the psychological mechanisms underlying mindfulness and the process by which it facilitates 

effective distress management 

• Identify what mindfulness is and its theoretical basis 

Facilitator’s Profile | Kirsty Freeman 

Kirsty is a Senior Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience in clinical practice and training. This course gives 

participants a taste of how to develop mindfulness for themselves, cultivate a more mindful presence in therapy and 

build up a theoretical frame of reference derived from literature and research.

AN INTRODUCTION TO MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING 


Date: Thursday 5 April or Thursday 12 April | 9.30am - 12.30pm 


Cost: $65 



Code: MI-E 

Aim 

Motivational Interviewing (MI) has rapidly established itself as a useful intervention method for practitioners in primary 

health and allied support agencies. There is a growing body of research evidence in the application of the method to 

a wide range of behaviour. This course introduces practitioners to the concepts and principles used to bring about 

positive behavioural change. 



• Development and Application of M 

• The fundamental Spirit of MI 

• Introduction to the Conceptual Underpinnings of MI 

• Introduction to the Principles of MI 



• Understand the importance of change talk and the spirit of MI 

• Gain an overview of the important concepts and micro skills required 

Facilitator’s Profile | Gabrielle O’Connell BA (Psych) PG Cert Education (Guidance Studies) 

Cert. AT, MCDANZ 

Gabrielle has over 15 year’s experience working with clients in vocational and correctional rehabilitation settings, and 





developing courses for MHERC her aim is to assist frontline staff and organisations help some of the most vulnerable 


completing a post graduate qualification in rehabilitation counselling. 

MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING 




Cost: $175 

Course Type: Intermediate 


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Code: MI-I 

Aim 

This follows on from the Introduction to Motivational Interviewing Course A. The aim of this one day training is to help 

participants learn and practice the skills of MI in a supportive and encouraging environment. 



• Strategies for building motivation for change 

• Dealing with resistance 

• Techniques to keep the intervention method moving in a positive direction 

• Techniques for planning and consolidating commitment 



• Develop a deeper understanding of the concepts and key principles (strategies) of MI 

• Strengthen empathic counselling skills 

• Understand and practice the directive aspects of MI 

Facilitator’s Profile | Gabrielle O’Connell BA (Psych) PG Cert Education (Guidance Studies) 

Cert. AT, MCDANZ 

Gabrielle has over 15 year’s experience working with clients in vocational and correctional rehabilitation settings, and 





developing courses for MHERC her aim is to assist frontline staff and organisations help some of the most vulnerable 


completing a post graduate qualification in rehabilitation counselling. 

Please note: It is expected that participants will have attended the ‘Introduction to Motivational interviewing’ course as a 

pre-requisite to this course.

THE POWER OF PEER SUPERVISION 

Facilitator: Wendy Baker 

Date: Tuesday 13 March | 9.30am - 4.00pm 


Cost: $175 



Code: PPS-E 

Aim 

This course is ideal for either new or experienced staff working in a service user role, such as peer support, 

consumer advisor or service user leaders working in mental health and addiction services, and who are interested in 

establishing peer supervision in their organisation. 


Peer supervision differs from more traditional forms of supervision in that it doesn’t rely on the presence of a more 

qualified, identified expert in the process -a supervisor. The use of peer supervision can assist more people to have 

access to supervision in an organisation which contributes to the quality of service for the people they work with. Peer 

supervision groups are also an ideal way to provide on-going supervision for supervisors within the organisation. In 

this professional development course, participants are introduced to this group based approach to supervision and are 

provided with a structured toolkit including a copy of the Power of Peer Supervision booklet, that will enable them to set 

up and run peer supervision groups for themselves and their colleagues. 


This course will provide participants with the opportunity to: 

• Describe the concept of peer supervision as a professional development process for service users working in 

mental health and addiction services 

• Identify common pitfalls for peer supervision groups and how to avoid them 

• Become familiar with and learn how to use, the peer supervision toolkit -seven tools for supervision groups 

• Experience the power of peer supervision through small group practice and coaching 

This one-day skills based course also aims to support ‘professional and personal development’, one of the Let’s get 

real seven Real Skills. 

Facilitator’s Profile |Wendy Baker 

Wendy Baker supports performance in organisations through training and facilitation and through the design and 

implementation of mentoring programmes. She has extensive experience working with New Zealand organisations 

and is building a body of knowledge and practice based on what works best clients in both the business, health and 

service sectors. She has a background in adult education and training and has played a significant role in developing 

supervision trainings for learning processes. She runs a post graduate paper in performance management and has 

continuing research interests in mentoring and coaching staff. 

REFLECTIVE PRACTICE 

Facilitator: Marie Meyer 

Date: Wednesday 29 February | 9.30am - 12.30pm and 

Wednesday 7 March | 9.30am - 12.30pm 





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Code: RP-E 

Aim 

The intention in this course is to review and develop Reflective Practice in order for health practitioners to be able to 

demonstrate improved outcomes in their work. Participants will experience structured reflective practice exercises to 

identify the contributions of Reflective Practice to their Continuing Professional Development. 


• Explore a philosophy regarding the value to self and clients from reflecting on our work 

• Learn from research regarding contributions of Reflective Practice to professional practice 

• Participate in exercises to identify how we might use different ways to reflect on practice - structured, 

flexible and creative 

• Make commitments for future practice to review at the second session of course 



• Understand the ethics, rationale and purpose of committing ourselves to reflective practice 

• Identify different options and preferences for documenting professional development 

• Review a reflective writing exercise to discover more about knowledge and gain from experience 

• Seek to improve client outcomes through collaborative reflective practice by gaining and 

including feedback from clients 

• Identify ways and develop plans to continue their reflective practices 

Facilitator’s Profile |Marie Meyer 

Marie is a Psychologist in private practice who has worked as a mental health and relationship counsellor for many 

years. She is also a clinical supervisor, mental health educator, group facilitator and author. Marie’s philosophical 

foundations for practice include a commitment to collaboration, caring, curiosity and continual learning. Her interest 

in including writing in multi-disciplinary mental health practices has been growing over the last two decades. This 

interest has been prompted by social constructionist ideas about stories, agency and the often overlooked strengths 

of persons - their competencies, resilience and their hopes for recovering by escaping from the pathologizing 

discourses of mental disorders.

USING LEARNING STORIES AS A REFLECTIVE TOOL IN YOUR PRACTICE 

Facilitator: Sue Molloy 






Aim 

We all want to be reflective practitioners and grow in our respective disciplines. Learning Stories are one way of 

providing space for reflection and celebration of learning. They are based on the premise that you can only build 

from strength. A home grown kiwi tool that you can use yourself and with clients and colleagues. 


• What are Learning Stories? 

• Brief history of Learning Stories 

• Learning Story examples 

• How to incorporate Learning Stories in your practice 

• Personal goal setting around Learning Stories 

• Experimenting with Learning Stories 

• Sharing your Learning Story experiences 


• What Learning Stories are and what they can provide 

• Where Learning Stories came from and how they are developing 

• Ways of using Learning Stories 

• Other ideas around Learning Story use from course participants 

Code: LS-E 

Facilitator’s Profile |Sue Molloy 

Sue taught in the primary classroom for 12 years with senior roles in the last four of those years. She was seconded 

from her school and taught in pre service education for 2 years then in service for 11. During her tertiary work she 

completed a M.Ed (Counselling) and was a part-time counsellor at Petersgate. As an assessment adviser to schools, 

Sue saw the rich way storying could show learning and made the link with narrative therapy. She uses storying in 

her work as a means of reflection and celebration of learning. Sue has helped develop Learning Story resources 

locally and nationally. 

SKATE INTO SKILLS INTRODUCTION 

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Kids & Teens 

Facilitator: Nikki Coleman 

Date: Monday 27 February | 9.30am - 4.00pm 





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Code: SIS-E 

Aim 

This course gives participants knowledge and skills in the use of a CBT model specifically designed for kiwi kids 

and teens. The intervention presented is evidence based and a fun way of engaging young people. This will be a 

highly interactive, practical course and participants will get to practice the skills taught via role play and DVD’s. 

Please note: this course is suitable for professionals working in organisations with children and adolescents (nurses, 

counsellors, social workers, youth workers, GP’s, RTLB’s etc). Prior knowledge and training in CBT is beneficial 

but not a requirement. 


• Overview of cognitive behaviour theory, models and evidence 

• Developmental and cultural considerations 

• The Skateboard Model - winding it up and winding it down 

• Practice applying the model 

• Tools for change (CBT strategies for problem areas) 



• Develop a better understanding of what CBT is and its application to kids and teens 

• Identify the key components of a CBT model using the metaphor of a skateboard 

• Practice eliciting, applying and sharing the Skateboard Model via role play, demonstrations and DVD’s 

• Learn CBT strategies to apply 

Facilitator’s Profile | Nikki Coleman MHSc, BSW, PgDip CBT 

Nikki comes from the Hawkes Bay and has lived in Christchurch for 10 years. She is a mum to 6 year old Luca, partner 

to her German Bill and a recent lover of horse riding. She is a registered social worker and cognitive behaviour therapist 

with 15 years experience in the area of youth mental health. She has worked at Youth Specialty Services in Auckland 

and Christchurch. Currently she has a private practice helping youth develop skills to reduce the anxiety, depression, 

self esteem, eating, anger and many other problems areas in their life with a CBT model of intervention. She also 

teaches CBT at the University of Auckland. Additionally Nikki is a clinical advisor with Clinical Advisory Services 

Aotearoa providing consultation to CYFS and communities in the area of suicide. Nikki has presented a range of 

courses in her career and aims to educate, entertain and extend the skills of participants.

HEALTH & SAFETY 

THE CODE OF HEALTH & DISABILITY SERVICES: CONSUMERS’ RIGHTS 

Facilitators: Chris Taua and Sue Purdie 

Date: Wednesday 21 March | 9.30am - 11.30am 


Cost: $50 



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Code: HDS-E 

Aim 

There are several pieces of legislation that impact on people accessing mental health services and influence the care 

and treatment provided by these services. Much of this legislation protects the rights of those accessing the services 

while some of it gives power to the state to remove certain rights in particular circumstances. This series of courses on 

Mental Health and the Law will provide you with the knowledge and understanding to ensure you are managing your 

role within the boundaries of this legislation in order to protect the rights of those individuals affected. 


This interactive course uses a scenario based approach to understanding and applying The Code of Health and 

Disability Services Consumers’ Rights relating to mental health. You will leave with knowledge of this legislation in 

order to more safely inform your workplace practices thereby enhancing the care of those people you support. 

The course will: 

• Give an overview of the providers who are obliged to adhere to the Code 

• Explain the consumer rights in the Code through interactive scenarios 

• Explore how the Code is applied 

• Gain an understanding of how to make a complaint if the Code is breached 



• Describe key components of the legislation related to mental health 

• Consider how legislation can be applied to our work practices 

Facilitator’s Profile | Chris Taua 

Chris is a Registered Nurse with a clinical background in Mental Health, who currently works as a principal lecturer at 

CPIT. Her primary teaching areas are mental health and disability and she teaches at various levels from the Level 4 

Mental health Support work Certificate to level 7 graduate nursing. Chris has a Master of Nursing (with Distinction), 

Post Graduate Certificate in Mental Health, a Bachelor of Nursing and a Certificate in Adult teaching. She is currently 

a PhD candidate looking at the mental health needs of people with Intellectual disability. Chris is on the Mental Health 

Commission Advisory team and also offers Professional Supervision. 

Facilitator’s Profile | Sue Purdie 

Sue Purdie has worked on the Mental Health Support Worker’s Certificate and Diploma for Christchurch Polytechnic and 

Institute of Technology and is currently starting a position with Southern Institute of Technology working on the Mental 

Health Support Worker’s Certificate and Diploma. Sue has a Master of Education, focusing on Disorders in Childhood 

and a B.A. majoring in Psychology. She started her PhD but didn’t finish it and hopes to go back to that one day. 

Sue has done a significant amount of training for the Mental Health Foundation, working as a Mental Health Promoter, 

particularly on Workforce Development. Since then, she has been employed by the Human Rights Commission to train 

people with experience of mental illness about their human rights and other related rights.

THE LAW & MENTAL HEALTH SERIES 



while some of it gives power to the state to remove certain rights in particular circumstances. This series of four courses 

will provide you with the knowledge and understanding to ensure you are managing your role within the boundaries of 

this legislation in order to protect the rights of those individuals affected. 

“ People... diagnosed with major mental illnesses are emerging from a long 

history of wide ranging rights violations. As a group we have been subjected 

to cruel and desperate remedies, prolonged compulsory treatment, 

incarceration, solitary confinement, loss of status and credibility, poverty, 

ridicule, pity and fear from others and to top it off – a shortened life span 

- Mary O’Hagan, 2008. 

” 

Facilitator’s Profile | Chris Taua 

Chris is a Registered Nurse with a clinical background in Mental Health, who currently works as a principal lecturer at 

CPIT. Her primary teaching areas are mental health and disability and she teaches at various levels from the Level 4 

Mental health Support work Certificate to level 7 graduate nursing. Chris has a Master of Nursing (with Distinction), 

Post Graduate Certificate in Mental Health, a Bachelor of Nursing and a Certificate in Adult teaching. She is currently 

a PhD candidate looking at the mental health needs of people with Intellectual disability. Chris is on the Mental Health 

Commission Advisory team and also offers Professional Supervision. 

Facilitator’s Profile | Sue Purdie 

Sue Purdie has worked on the Mental Health Support Worker’s Certificate and Diploma for Christchurch Polytechnic and 

Institute of Technology and is currently starting a position with Southern Institute of Technology working on the Mental 

Health Support Worker’s Certificate and Diploma. Sue has a Master of Education, focusing on Disorders in Childhood 

and a B.A. majoring in Psychology. She started her PhD but didn’t finish it and hopes to go back to that one day. 

Sue has done a significant amount of training for the Mental Health Foundation, working as a Mental Health Promoter, 

particularly on Workforce Development. Since then, she has been employed by the Human Rights Commission to train 

people with experience of mental illness about their human rights and other related rights. 

THE LAW & MENTAL HEALTH: PRIVACY ACT 

Facilitator: Chris Taua and Sue Purdie 

Date: Monday 16 April | 9.30am - 11.30am 

Venue: South Christchurch Library | 66 Colombo Street, Beckenham 

Cost: $50 (Single course) 

$150 Subsidised | $180 Non Subsidised (All four courses) 



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Code: PA-E 

Aim 







This interactive course uses a scenario based approach to understanding and applying The Privacy Code in relation to 

mental health. You will leave with knowledge of this legislation in order to more safely inform your workplace practices 

thereby enhancing the care of those people you support. 


• Identify who and what is protected by the Code 

• Identify key privacy issues through role play and scenarios 

• Discuss misperceptions of the Code 

• Provide illustrative examples of the Code in practice 

• Discuss possible options for making a complaint 




• Consider how legislation can be applied to our work practices

THE LAW & MENTAL HEALTH: HUMAN RIGHTS ACT 


Date: Tuesday 19 June | 9.30am - 11.30am 






Code: HR-E 

Aim 







This interactive course uses a scenario based approach to understanding and applying The Human Rights Act 1993 to 

mental health. You will leave with knowledge of this legislation in order to more safely inform your workplace practices 



• Provide a definition from the Act of discrimination and disability 

• Discuss the grounds and areas required to meet the criteria of discrimination 

• Provide illustrative examples of the Act in practice 

• Identify examples of discrimination through scenarios 

• Discuss possible options for making a complaint 





THE LAW & MENTAL HEALTH: 

THE PROTECTION OF PERSONAL AND PROPERTY RIGHTS ACT 1988 


Date: Monday 20 August | 9.30am - 11.30am 






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Code: PPPR-E 

Aim 







This interactive course uses a scenario based approach to understanding The Protection of Personal and Property 

Rights Act 1993. You will leave with knowledge of this legislation in order to more safely inform your workplace practices 



• Define loss of “capacity” 

• Explain enduring powers of attorney 

• Discuss “Personal care and welfare” and “property” 

• State the power of welfare guardians and property managers 

• Provide understanding of the Act through interactive activities 




• Consider how legislation can be applied to our work practices

THE LAW & MENTAL HEALTH: 

MENTAL HEALTH ACT (Compulsory Assessment & Treatment) ACT 1992 


Date: Monday 23 July | 9.30am - 12.30pm 






Aim 






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Code: MH-E 


This interactive course uses a scenario based approach to understanding The Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment 

and Treatment) Act 1992. You will leave with knowledge of this legislation in order to more safely inform your workplace 

practices thereby enhancing the care of those people you support. 


• Provide the criteria for applying the Act and exploring this criteria through scenarios 

• Identifying the different stages of compulsory assessment 

• Provide and understanding of compulsory treatment orders 

• Discuss the application of the Act, utilising examples 

• Identify the rights of the consumer and how to make a complaint 





ORGANISATION - PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REGISTRATION FORM 

Please complete this form if you are registering more than one person from your organisation. 

See overleaf for individual registrations. 

Contact Person: 

Organisation: 

Address: 

Phone/Mobile: 

Email Address (of contact person): 

NAME EMAIL PHONE/MOBILE COURSE CODE DATE COST 

Any special dietary requirements? (Eg: Gluten free, Diabetic, Vegetarian.) 

Name of Participant: 



FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: 

Date Received: / / 2012 

Payment Received: $ : 

Invoice Number: 

TOTAL $ : 

Payment Options: Required at the time of registration to secure your place. Receipts will be issued when payment is 

received. (Please select one.) 

Payment Enclosed: Cash/Cheque 

Mental Health Education & Resource Centre 

PO Box 32035 


Invoice Required (Organisations): 

Purchase Order Number: 

Authorised By: 

Authorising Signature: 

Confirmation Sent: / / 2012 

Dietary Requirement: 



Direct Credit: MHERC staff will contact you with a 

reference to include on your Direct Credit so we can 

match your payment. 

Cash: Mon-Fri 9am-4:30pm 


403a Worcester Street, Linwood 


Registration Complete: 

Initials:

INDIVIDUAL - PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REGISTRATION FORM 

Please complete this form if you are an organisation registering for one or more courses. 

See overleaf for organisation registration form. 

Name: 

Organisation: 

Address: 

Phone/Mobile: 

Email Address: 

COURSE NAME COURSE CODE DATE COST 

Any special dietary requirements? (Eg: Gluten free, Diabetic, Vegetarian.) 

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: 

Date Received: / / 2012 

Confirmation Sent: / / 2012 

Payment Received: $ : 

Invoice Number: 

TOTAL $ : 

Payment Options: Required at the time of registration to secure your place. Receipts will be issued when payment is 

received. (Please select one.) 

Payment Enclosed: Cash/Cheque 


PO Box 32035 


Invoice Required (Organisations): 

Purchase Order Number: 

Authorised By: 

Authorising Signature: 

Direct Credit: MHERC staff will contact you with a 

reference to include on your Direct Credit so we can 

match your payment. 

Cash: Mon-Fri 9am-4:30pm 


403a Worcester Street, Linwood 


Registration Complete: 

Initials: 

CHRISTCHURCH SEMINARS: Earthquake Impacts on Mental Health 

It has been a challenging 12 months for Christchurch and its people. The Canterbury Earthquakes 

have had a profound effect on people’s health and wellbeing. MHERC are hosting a series of 

seminars for professionals working in the Mental Health Industry aimed at being able to assist them 

in their fields of work. 

Research is currently underway in many and varied areas within the field of Mental Health. This 

research is being undertaken by a number of organizations, universities and groups. The seminars not 

only gives researchers the ability to share their knowledge and findings but keeps professionals who 

are in the industry, current on emerging trends and studies especially around issues emanating from 

the Canterbury Earthquakes. 

Examples of Seminar Topics: 

• Sleeplessness, Stress, Cognitive Disruption and Acedemic Performance following the 

Christchurch Earthquakes 

• Impact of the Earthquakes on Psychological Wellbeing and Eating Habits 

• The Impact of the Earthquakes in Intimate Relationships 

• Consequences of employee burnout in community service organizations post disaster relief 

• Impact of cognistive intrusions on performance following the earthquakes 

• Psychological Wellbeing in Christchurch 

• Psychological Distress - Two Community Assessments in Two Differentially Affected Suburbs 

• Impact on probiotics and micronutrients in the general population following the earthquakes 

• Post-earthquake Psychological Resilience in Adults with ADHD 

To register your interest email Christina: projects@mherc.org.nz 

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WORKING WITH PEOPLE 

WHO ARE AFFECTED BY EATING DISORDERS & BODY IMAGE ISSUES 

Facilitator: Kate Yeoman 

Date: Tuesday 17 July | 9.00am - 12.30pm 





Coming soon for Professional Development in 2012... 

Code: WPED-E 

Aim 

To provide people working in mental health with practical information and therapeutic skills to support them in their work 

with people affected by eating disorders and body image issues 


This workshop follows on from the Introduction to Eating Disorders and Related Issues and focused on the development 

of therapeutic skills and knowledge for working effectively with clients/consumers. Topics covered include: reviewing 

support and treatment options; basic principles for providing therapeutic support; the treatment and support needs of 

special populations; therapeutic tools for working with Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating and Body Image issues; case 

study discussion. 



• Develop their knowledge and skill base for providing therapeutic support to people affected by eating disorders 

and body image issues 

• Develop an understanding of case management principles and support and treatment pathways 

• Develop an understanding of the treatment and support needs of special populations affected by eating disorders 

• Learn therapeutic tools and approaches for supporting people who are affected by Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia 

Nervosa, Binge Eating and Body Image issues. 

• Practice using therapeutic tools and approaches with case studies 

Facilitator’s Profile | Kate Yeoman 

Kate is a Christchurch-based counsellor and educator who has worked in the area of eating disorders/ 

difficulties for many years. She runs a private practice counselling service and facilitates a support group for 

the Eating Awareness Team. 

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS 


Date: Friday 29 June | 9.30am - 4.00pm 


Cost: $175 



Code: IS-E 

Aim 

The way we communicate has a major influence over whether life is wonderful and fulfilling or frustrating and 

challenging. Being aware of what you say and how you say it really can change your life, personally and professionally. 

Given the importance of communication, it is surprising then that most of us receive no formal education in how to 

develop these critical life skills. This course is aimed at assisting participants to better understand themselves and 

others and develop effective communication skills so that we can have more choice about how we live and interact. 

The course will be highly interactive and delivered in a safe, warm, supportive and inclusive environment. 


• Why Communicate? 

• Developing Self Awareness and Emotional Intelligence 

• Thought, Feeling and Action cycle 

• Effective Listening 

• Assertiveness skills 



• Examine and reflect on, our current communication styles 

• Develop an awareness of ourselves in relation to others and how this impacts on our personal 

and professional relationships 

• Become familiar with the links between thoughts, feelings and actions 

• Develop and demonstrate effective listening skills 

• Demonstrate assertive behaviour in a range of situations and settings 




in mental health, especially Change, Loss and Grief.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CALENDAR 

FEBRUARY-APRIL 2012 

6 

13 

20 

FEBRUARY 

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 

Introduction to 

Psychopharmacology 

Page 19 

Aspergers and Autism 

Page 12 

27 

Skate into Skills Introduction 

Page 49 

7 

14 

21 

Introduction to Depression 

Page 17 

28 


Schizophrenia 

Page 20 

1 

8 

15 

22 

PPRS: Emotional Wellbeing 

Page 29 

29 

Reflective Practice: Part 1 of 2 

Page 47 

2 

9 

16 

23 

3 

10 

17 

24 

Understanding Borderline 

Personality Disorder 

Page 14 

5 

MARCH 


12 

Rehabilitation Theory 

& Practice 

Page 39 

19 

Skate Up & Over the 

Anger Volcano 

Page 37 

26 

Using Learning Stories as a 

Reflective Tool in your Pratice 

Page 48 

APRIL 


2 

Building Resilience in 

Times of Trauma 

Page 35 

9 

16 

23 

30 

Stress Management 

Page 30 

Mindfulness 

Page 43 


Psychopharmacology 

Page 19 

6 

Laughter for Wellness 

Page 24 

13 

The Power of Peer 

Supervision 

Page 46 

20 

27 

3 

Introduction to Eating 

Disorders & Related Issues 

Page 18 

10 

17 

Motivational Interviewing 

Page 45 

Aspergers and Autism 

Page 12 

The Law & Mental Health 

Series: Privacy Act (Offsite) 24 

Page 53 Growing Great Groups 

Page 42 

7 

Reflective Practice: Part 2 of 2 

Page 47 

14 

Collaborative Group 

Supervision: Part 1 of 2 

Page 41 

21 

28 

Comple-Mental! 

Page 23 

4 

Collaborative Group 

Supervision: Part 2 of 2 

Page 41 

11 Understanding & Managing 

Challenging Behaviours 

Associated with Borderline 

Personality Disorder 

Page 15 

18 

PPRS: Developing Optimism 

Page 27 

25 

PPRS: Exploring Personal 

Strengths (Offsite) Page 26 

The Code of Health & 

Disability Services 

Consumers’ Rights Page 51 

1 

8 

Families as Partners in Care 

Page 32 

15 

Natural Learning 

Page 25 

22 

29 

5 

12 

Introduction to Motivational 

Interviewing 

Page 44 

19 Working in Partnerships 

with Others: Part 4 of 5 

Page 33 

26 

Working in Partnerships 


Page 33 

Introduction to Motivational 

Interviewing Page 44 

Introduction to Anxiety 

Disorders Page 11 

2 

9 

How do I get Past the 

“Nothing”? HEEADDS 

Page 36 

16 

Demystifying Self-Harm 

Page 16 

23 

Change, Loss & Grief 

Page 22 

30 



Page 33 

6 

13 



Page 33 

20 

27 



Page 33 

Bipolar Disorder Page 13

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