We can deliver programs and workshops to meet the health and wellbeing needs of groups in the corporate, health, community services and education sectors.
We have presented to a broad range of people and organisations including counselors, nurses and midwives, palliative care staff, allied health professionals, community health and outreach workers, the racing industry, and primary and secondary school staff.
Our training programs include:Please also refer to the Coaching page for information on personal development programs to help you reach your full potential. I invite you to contact me for further information on courses.
Serenity Settling is an aspect of Therapeutic Touch developed for Dementia care. It is a TT based process that calms the elderly who are agitated and nurtures the carer at the same time. It helps ease stress during activities of daily living (ADL’s) such as showering, dressing and meal times.
Serenity Settling is supported by evidence based research.
In this one day Workshop you will learn to:-
When a group of care providers all learn and apply Serenity Settling changes can occur in the environment. Carers have reported an increase in calm and serenity in the work or home environment, benefiting residents, family and staff.
Attend a workshop at Healing Dimensions or book an in house workshop for you or your staff.
Healing Dimensions offers the complete competency based training program in Therapeutic Touch (TT) as developed by the Therapeutic Touch Association of Australasia (TTAA). These courses are in line with the Therapeutic Touch International Association (TTIA) Guidelines for teaching TT.
I have been a practitioner of Therapeutic Touch for over 20 years and a teacher for 15 years. I am a foundation member of the Therapeutic Touch Association of Australasia (TTAA) and a TTAA Qualified Therapeutic Touch Teacher (QTTTA). I bring a sound theoretical as well as practice base to my teaching.
Therapeutic Touch is a compassionate mindfulness related process which works to:-Therapeutic Touch is a wonderful therapy to use for self- care, and with family, friends and pets.
Therapeutic Touch can be used effectively in clinical practice by a wide range of health professionals
including nurses, doctors, allied health practitioners and natural therapists.
Therapeutic Touch can be a valuable asset in counselling and psychotherapy, spiritual direction,
life and wellness coaching practices.
More information on Therapeutic Touch education is available on the Therapeutic Touch Association of Australasia website and on the Therapeutic Touch International Association website.
Our competency based program includes the following options:-
Therapeutic Touch for personal growth, for self-care, and for friends and family
For professional development in an existing clinical practice, or if you are commencing your training in a health and well-being modality. Competency at this level fulfills the first requirement for accreditation as a Qualified Therapeutic Touch Practitioner (QTTPA). On demonstration of competency, TT may be introduced to an existing health care practice with supervision from a mentor.
Provides the opportunity to deepen your compassionate mindfulness and learn further techniques for practice. Preparation to use TT for people with more compromised health and more complex needs. Competency at this level fulfills further requirements for accreditation as a Qualified Therapeutic Touch Practitioner QTTPA
Living a TT lifestyle characterised by compassion, harmony and balance. An intensive 12 month program which supports profound deepening of self, expansion of TT practice and incorporation of TT into a health or wellbeing setting. Competency at this level fulfills the final educational requirement for accreditation as a Qualified Therapeutic Touch Practitioner QTTPA.
Supports Advanced TT practice especially the power of compassion and the theoretical and evidence background to Therapeutic Touch. Provides further education for health care clinical practice and private practice.
Provide support and training to mentor and teach Therapeutic Touch
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For further information on courses go to www.therapeutictouch.org.au or contact me.
TT practitioners can negotiate for mentoring and supervision on an individual basis for instance when introducing TT into an existing clinical practice. Mentoring groups are available from time to time for up to 6 individuals. For availability see the Home page. These provide professional development for TT practitioners providing support, teachings and opportunities for reflection and deepening of their healing practice. This is a way of nurturing self and practice and remaining current with the world of TT.
Evaluation of suitability includes readiness in terms of TT practice and ethical conduct and personal readiness in terms of the capacity for self-awareness, compassion, balance and harmony. The teacher retains the right to decide whether a person undertakes TT training with them and if they are ready to progress in the training.
The Healer's Journey is a professional development opportunity which harnesses the personal realities of life and offers a unique perspective on understanding inter-professional and organisational dynamics and relationships.
Having completed my Masters degree in education at La Trobe University with a thesis on the archetype of the wounded-healer, I developed The Healer's Journey to assist those in the caring and helping professions to access the wisdom and guidance contained in the archetype or universal pattern of the wounded-healer.
The Healer's Journey helps you to expand your personal and professional horizons, allowing you to revitalise yourself and your practice, and explore new directions in your career.
The Healer's Journey can help shed light on intra and inter professional dynamics providing fresh perspectives, and a platform for co-operation and renewed relationships.
While the program can be tailored to the needs of specific groups and organisations, a typical workshop might include:Inviting the wounded healer archetype into conscious action in the life of a practitioner or organisation can be a profound and enriching experience.
