Prevention of Suicide and Self-harm. One Day Workshop

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Saturday November 29th–10am to 4pm

South Court Hotel Limerick

This Workshop is experiential in nature, addressing the needs of people who are suicidal and engaging in deliberate self -harm. It will build confidence and assurance in responding to such issues as well as addressing the needs of the person responding.

Overview of Workshop:

  • Suicide in Ireland Today
  • Myths and Facts of Suicide and Self-harm
  • If someone tells you that they are suicidal, do you respond or react?
  • Where does confidentiality start and end?
  • How to spot the signs of suicide and assess the level of risk
  • The relationship between self-harm and suicide
  • What issues does it raise for you?
  • Appropriate and Inappropriate ways to respond to self-harm and suicide and the appropriate language to use.
  • How to respond to a suicide in the community
  • Information on the support Pieta House will provide and a referral pathway

This Workshop is suitable to Counsellors, Psychologists, Social Care workers and other allied professionals. Certificate provided and qualifies for 5 CPD points (IACP & IAHIP).

Presenter Bio: Cindy O’Connor, involved with Pieta House since it’s inception in 2006 holds the position of Chief Operations Officer. Cindy is a Professional Psychotherapist with an MA in Clinical Supervision and a former Clinical Director of Pieta House. With a background in Welfare Rights and having worked as a Therapist for over 13 years in both private practice and with Barnardos, Cindy has extensive experience in supporting a high risk client base. In addition Cindy regularly facilitates training workshops relating to Suicide and Self-Harm.Cost: €100* including lunch –as places are limited, *please note a non-refundable deposit of €50 is required. To book – please contact Pieta House Mid West on 061- 484444 or by email to marian@nullpieta.ie

Workshops will also take place in the following venues

Pieta House Cork – Monday 1st December 10am-4pm email sineadmurphy@nullpieta.ie

 or call 021 4341400

Pieta House West – Thursday

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