Category: Working Things Out Programme

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Working Things Out in North Sommerset

The Parents Plus Working Things Out Programme provides professionals with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) strategies to equip young people with coping skills, helpful thinking strategies, improved conflict resolution and communication skills, and reduced stress levels.

This evidence-based programme builds on young people’s strengths and positive relationships with their families, peers, schools, and communities. The programme can be used by professionals as a preventative mental health measure to promote positive coping or as an intervention for young people with identified mental health problems.

Below is the experience of North Somerset Family Support Worker, Leanne Pugh, of running the Parents Plus Working Things Out Programme:

“My name is Leanne Pugh and I am a Family Support Worker in North Somerset. So far, I have experience of running and co-facilitating one Parents Plus Working Things Out programme.

We ran this programme for eight weeks, in-person and the feedback has been incredible. We have witnessed the young people flourish. The biggest impact appears to be the relationship the young people have developed with their parents. We ran the programme alongside the Parents Plus Adolescent Programme, and it was a really successful way of doing it.

Here are some of the things we heard from the programme attendees:

“My mum came and sat in my room last night to chat”

“We actually went for a family walk”

“My sister stole my makeup again and I didn’t react instead, I told my mum”

The parents on the Parents Plus Adolescent Programme all gave positive feedback too:

“I’ve been using the pause button and it really helps”

“We played a game together at the weekend”

“She has grown so much in her confidence”

“Parent Plus programmes are really straightforward and easy to deliver. You get all the information you need to deliver the course, and from the very first session there are tips and ideas for the families to try at home.

“Parents Plus offer ongoing support and deliver their training in a fun way. If you get the chance to deliver the Parents Plus Adolescent Programme alongside Working Things Out, I would highly recommend it.”

Studies have shown that young people who complete the Working Things Out programme report improved coping skills, reduced behavioural and emotional problems, improved family communication, and significant gains on personal goals. Parents Plus provides a comprehensive package of pre and post-training supports to professionals and managers, including implementation support, individual and group supervision sessions, advanced training workshops, extra resources to facilitate delivery, support to promote and market your Parents Plus courses, and advice and guidance on evaluating and monitoring outcomes in your agency.

Completing the two-day Working Things Out Programme training will license you to co-deliver the programme under supervision in both group and one-to-one sessions with parents. For facilitators who want to take their practice to a higher level, Parents Plus also offers an established accreditation process to refine their facilitation skills and professional practice and reach a high standard of delivery.

The Working Things Out Programme offers a comprehensive, evidence-based solution for professionals to equip young people with positive coping mechanisms and a healthy mental health outlook. With the right skills and knowledge, professionals can make a significant difference in the lives of young people experiencing mental health concerns, difficulties, and conflict.

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April 26, 2024
The Benefits of Training in the Working Things Out Programme

As a professional working with adolescents, The Working Things Out Programme is a comprehensive training programme which will give you the tools to support teenagers experiencing social, emotional and behavioural challenges.

This CBT Coping Skills-based programme provides practitioners with strategies to enhance engagement, supporting young people with problem-solving skills, communication techniques, and resilience.

In the Parents Plus Working Things Out Programme training, you will learn how to empower teenagers to improve communication with their parents. Indeed, teenagers are as eager to learn how to get on with their parents just as much as parents are keen to get on with them.

Below, we will explore some benefits professionals can gain from training in the Parents Plus Working Things Out Programme.

Strengthened Family and Peer Relationships:

The Working Things Out Programme provides professionals with a comprehensive understanding of conflict resolution and problem-solving techniques to work with young people and their families. Participants will learn evidence-based strategies and practical tools to help children, young people, and families effectively manage and resolve conflicts. The training covers topics such as active listening, assertiveness, negotiation and understanding different perspectives. Conflict within families and among peers can significantly impact a person’s well-being and development. By training in the Working Things Out Programme, professionals gain insights into helping young people cope with family dynamics and peer relationships and promote resilience.

Skill Development for Effective Communication:

Effective communication is at the heart of building strong relationships. Through the Working Things Out Programme, professionals gain valuable skills in fostering open and respectful communication, encouraging active listening, and facilitating constructive conversations. These skills enable professionals to support children, young people, and families in expressing their needs, understanding others’ viewpoints, and finding workable solutions.

Supporting Problem-Solving:

Problem-solving is a vital life skill that contributes to personal growth and success. The Working Things Out Programme training encompasses a range of problem-solving techniques and strategies. Guiding young people through the steps of problem-solving, to identify and evaluate options, make informed decisions, and implement effective solutions.

Ongoing Support and Networking:

Parents Plus ensures that professionals who complete the Working Things Out Programme have access to ongoing support and resources. Practitioners become part of a professional network where they can connect with colleagues from other services, share experiences, and continue their learning journey. They also gain access to a range of resources, including additional training materials and research articles.

The next Parents Plus Working Things Out Programme training is on the 17th, 18th & 19th September 2024 (9.15am-1.30pm) and will take place online, via Zoom

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If you would like to train in one of our programmes, learn about our group discounts or discover how we can support you to improve outcomes for children, adolescents and families, please contact our Impact Lead, Vicki Byrne, Vicki@parentsplus.ie

We also deliver onsite training and supervision of teams (15 or more), and/or tailored support in the roll-out and evaluation of our programmes to ensure effective community-wide delivery.

March 14, 2024
Rates of anxiety and depression among young people are at unprecedented levels, but there is hope.

The Working Things Out Programme offers Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) training for professionals to equip young people with coping skills, helpful thinking strategies, improved conflict resolution and communication skills, and reduced stress levels.

This evidence-based programme builds on young people’s strengths and positive relationships with their families, peers, schools, and communities. The programme can be used as a preventative mental health measure to promote positive coping or as an intervention for young people with identified mental health problems.

The two-day training focuses on developing an in-depth understanding of the Working Things Out Programme and CBT principles, learning how to deliver the programme to groups and individuals, opportunities to observe and practice the skills necessary to become an effective facilitator, building on young people’s present strengths and empowering them to move towards more positive thinking patterns and behaviours, and strengthening relationships between adolescents and their families, peers, schools, and communities.

The Working Things Out Programme is suitable for all professionals and managers who want to improve outcomes for young people experiencing difficulties, conflict, or mental health concerns. A wide variety of education, mental health, and community professionals already use this solution-focused programme successfully in a variety of school, community, health, disability, and mental health settings.

Studies have shown that young people who complete the Working Things Out programme report improved coping skills, reduced behavioural and emotional problems, improved family communication, and significant gains on personal goals. Parents Plus provides a comprehensive package of pre and post-training supports to professionals and managers, including implementation support, individual and group supervision sessions, advanced training workshops, extra resources to facilitate delivery, support to promote and market your Parents Plus courses, and advice and guidance on evaluating and monitoring outcomes in your agency.

Completing the two-day Working Things Out Programme training will license you to co-deliver the programme under supervision in both group and one-to-one sessions with parents. For facilitators who want to take their practice to a higher level, Parents Plus also offers an established accreditation process to refine their facilitation skills and professional practice and reach a high standard of delivery.

The Working Things Out Programme offers a comprehensive, evidence-based solution for professionals to equip young people with positive coping mechanisms and a healthy mental health outlook. With the right skills and knowledge, professionals can make a significant difference in the lives of young people experiencing mental health concerns, difficulties, and conflict.

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March 13, 2023