Contents of Program

What if better workplace communication began with understanding what happens beneath the surface?

This one-day program explores workplace communication through a trauma-informed lens, bringing together attachment, empathy, emotional intelligence and the principles of Nonviolent Communication. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of how people respond, relate and communicate under stress—and how greater awareness can create safer, more connected and more effective workplace relationships.

A practical and experiential day for anyone wanting to create healthier communication, stronger relationships and a more connected workplace.

Participants will gain:

• · Greater insight into attachment styles and their influence on workplace relationships

• · Practical strategies to strengthen empathy and emotional intelligence

• · Skills for communicating more effectively during stress, conflict and challenging conversations

• · An understanding of how trauma and nervous system responses can shape workplace interactions

• · Practical Nonviolent Communication tools to support clarity, connection and respectful conflict resolution

• · Greater capacity to build trust, psychological safety and relational connection within teams

Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance for 6 hours of CPD.

Together we will explore:

• Trauma & Attachment in the Workplace - Brief overview of trauma and the nervous system- Window of Capacity & Polyvagal Theory . Introduction to adult attachment theory and styles (secure, anxious, avoidant, disorganised). How attachment styles show up in workplace relationships and leadership

• Effective Communication through a Trauma-Informed Lens - The importance of psychological safety. Active listening & nonviolent communication. Addressing conflict with curiosity and compassion

• Emotional Intelligence & Workplace Empathy - Self-awareness and emotional literacy. Empathy vs. sympathy . Managing workplace triggers and building capacity

• Self-Regulation & Self-Care for Sustainable Work - Understanding stress responses (fight, flight, freeze, fawn)- Revisit Polyvagal Theory in relation to self. Nervous system regulation strategies

• Closing & Integration - “One trauma-informed practice I’ll bring back to my team”A 2-Day Immersive Program exploring the six developmental movement patterns ( Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen & Ruella Frank ) working with the principles of pendulation and titration ( Levine)

What happens when trauma changes the way we move, feel and inhabit our bodies?

In this immersive two day program, we’ll explore how developmental movement approaches can help clients move beyond familiar patterns of protection towards greater choice, connection, regulation and possibility. Rather than simply learning about the body, you will have the opportunity to experience the work in your own body—developing a deeper understanding of how movement, sensation, nervous system regulation and relational presence can support meaningful therapeutic change. More than learning a technique this workshop invites you to experience the difference between knowing about the body and knowing through the body.

Who Is This For?

Community Health Organisations, Managers, Team Leaders, Workplace Teams

Here are some reflections from previous attendees to this training

“Extremely useful- the way the content was delivered was wonderful and extremely relatable. Everything was delivered in a way that informed and was comfortable. Also held accountability which is tricky to do. Thank you for a great day.”

“ Brilliant presentation and well considered approach to deliver a significant amount of information “

“ This training was rather more like a discussion than a workshop. The interaction was really good and gave us a chance to integrate further. We will be using this for more discussions going forward “

“ Great reflection on my own communication style and how to adapt to others “

“Should be taught everywhere”

“ Very self reflective and valuable for the health and wellbeing of us as well as the organisation”

“ Great-insightful training- relevant to all areas of life not just work “