Attachment Styles workshop

The aim of the workshop is to assist practitioners in understanding and identifying the major attachment styles as they present in adults. Furthermore, the workshop will explore how these attachment styles have been appropriated by the adult personality over time and how they then inform interpersonal dynamics. The workshop will also focus on the hidden aspects of attachment dynamics that nonetheless exert influence over the adult personality and how it designs relationships, sometimes creating disturbance and/or protest strategies. The workshop will address the key therapeutic issues involved in working with attachment such as specific transferences and the core need to recognise safety strategies in play.

Delivered by Dr. Kevin Fehin who is a Senior Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist. Among other qualifications he holds a Masters in Psychoanalytic Studies. The course will allow you to interact with the trainer and other participants. In addition to the workshop content, there will be time built in for live discussions, questions and answers.

This programme is open to individuals and can also be delivered as in-house training to groups of employees.

Suitable for: Psychologists, Counsellors, Psychotherapists, Nurse Practitioners, Youth Workers, Social Care Workers

Members of The Psychological Society of Ireland can receive Learning Credits for completing this workshop. There is other accreditation pending.

 

“Kevin drew from his vast knowledge and experience. His presenting style is open and welcoming. He has a light touch that helps a lot.  I was really happy with the day and I appreciate the benefits both personally and professionally.“

Bríd Kennedy, C Psych PSI, MIACP, Ennis Therapy Centre, November 2023

 

"What I liked best about the attachment workshop was Kevin’s distilled knowledge of the subject and his ease of delivery ". 

Sarah McAuley, Clinical Director, Willow Tree Therapy Services for Children Adolescents, Couples and Families, November 2023

Training duration

This is a one day training.

Training Content:

  • Types of attachment styles
  • The interpersonal origins of attachment styles 
  • The adult manifestation of attachment issues
  • Therapeutic dynamics in working with attachment issues
  • Interventions

Learning Outcomes:

It is hoped that participants will leave the workshop with:

  • An awareness of the dynamics of attachment in adults
  • An ability to observe its interpersonal and hidden qualities
  • An ability to navigate defences in relation to safety
  • An ability to create an atmosphere of safety, promote trust and the specific conditions necessary for engaging with attachment issues

Connect with Your Trainer

The Learning Curve Institute will distribute a unique pre-course questionnaire to each participant in order to ensure the training meets the needs of everyone taking part and is tailored to the appropriate level, while also covering specific situations or scenarios as highlighted by the group.

The Learning Curve Institute offers a unique post course support system whereby participants are provided with the contact details of the trainer and are free to contact them with any questions they may have.

Programme Certification

All attendees will receive an eCertificate of Completion in ’Attachment Styles’ from The Learning Curve Institute.