The central tenet of delivering effective Parents Plus groups is skilled group facilitation and in this masterclass we aim to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to become an effective group facilitator. Solution Focused Groupwork is an innovative and powerful approach to supporting people towards positive change that builds on their existing resources, skills and strengths. Delivered by Fred Ehresmann, a leading expert in the field, this masterclass will introduce participants to the theory and practice of a strength-based approach to groupwork and will teach practical skills in the following areas

• Establishing client-centred goals to drive the group forward;
• Solution-focused group facilitation, Harnessing group dynamics to create positive change;
• Managing group challenges such as dominant members, conflict or scapegoating; and
• Monitoring group progress to ensure progress.

This 2 module workshop is suitable for Parents Plus group facilitators who would like to enhance their practice as well as all professionals who work with people in groups, in mental health, education and community settings who want to create transformational change through the power of group work.

Through the comprehensive session and interactive training, you will learn how to create an atmosphere of trust and respect in your group, build and maintain positive group dynamics, and effectively communicate with group members to achieve group goals.

Our trainer will also share his wealth of experience in managing diverse groups and provide you with best practices for overcoming any challenges that may arise during group facilitation.

We are confident that this Master Class in Solution-Focused Groupwork will be an excellent opportunity for you to enhance your professional skills, knowledge, and competence in group facilitation.

The event will provide you with valuable insights and an opportunity to network with other professionals in your field. We look forward to welcoming you to the event and engaging with you as we explore this critical topic together.

The Masterclass price is €150.  

Fred Ehresmann is a Senior Trainer and programme leader for Parents Plus. He also works as a Senior Lecturer in Mental Health at the University of the West of England, specialising in children and young people’s mental health, and also as He has developed several pieces of training in solution-focused practice for a wide variety of contexts including specialist CAMHS, Children’s Safeguarding, Family Support Teams and Schools, He worked for 25 years as a Practitioner and Manager in Health, Social Care, Education and Third Sector settings basing his work on the principles of Solution Focused Practice that he learned while training with Brief in London over several years.