UK psychologists can advance their skills with this focused CPD talk on psychotherapeutic work in middle childhood. Jo Hamilton shares practical strategies for understanding the latency stage, employing effective therapeutic techniques, and navigating the complexities of working with children, families, and educational systems. Enhance your developmental and systemic understanding.
Working with latency-aged children can be demanding on the therapist, as there are numerous considerations to hold in mind. This includes gaining insight into the child’s internal world, exploring the influence of family dynamics and the school environment, whilst simultaneously holding and guiding concerned parents. In this talk, Jo Hamilton shares her extensive insight and understanding of this developmental phase in a succinct and practical manner.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this talk, you will be able to:
Identify and understand the psychological nature and psychoanalytic thinking of the latency stage
Explore various therapeutic techniques and forms of relating when working with latency-aged children
Gain a deeper understanding of child development at this phase
Consider the role and nature of work with the various systems and stakeholders in a child’s life: parents, educators, therapists
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