An increase in referrals in relation to Adolescent Violence in the Home (AVITH) has been noted across the service sector. Practitioners often struggle to respond to families where the parent/carer feels powerless and the young person is struggling with numerous challenges.
This two-day workshop provides participants with:
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an understanding of the issue (AVITH), its determinants and the rationale for a family systems response
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a family-based response which fosters change in the young person and parent/carer placing particular emphasis on enhancing the parent/child connection
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an overview of current Australian research on AVITH, detailed practice principles and opportunities to learn and practice key skills.
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theoretical frameworks that inform their practice including family systems, attachment theory, motivational interviewing, trauma-informed practice, dyadic developmental psychotherapy (DDP) and narrative therapy.
Who should attend
AVITH is relevant across a broad range of settings for practitioners seeking to build their confidence in working with young people who use violence and their parent/s or carers.
This may include family and youth services, youth mental health, alcohol and drug, private practitioners, disability services, child protection and youth justice.
For the detailed workshop description please visit the Bouverie Centre’s website here.