I create and deliver evidence-based training to those working with children, young people and families. Including those working in counselling programs, family intervention services, schools, child protection, youth justice and youth services.
My training is engaging, experiential, evidence-based and interactive, providing participants with an opportunity to put theory into practice. My workshops are an opportunity to learn about current best practice approaches to develop successful and sustainable response plans that are developmentally appropriate, culturally safe and trauma informed, while learning in a reflective engaging way.
Please join me for a chance to reflect, develop skills and learn about how to best respond to child sexual abuse and harmful sexual behaviour.
See current training options below
Therapeutic Responses to Harmful Sexual Behaviour
An online 6 session course for practitioners who are providing assessment and treatment for harmful sexual behaviours.
Providing assessment and treatment for harmful sexual behaviours is very rewarding, highly successful and as research has indicated can reduce recidivism. However it can also be isolating, difficult and create a sense of uncertainty for clinicians.
Join me for an exciting training and networking opportunity specifically for clinicians working with young people who display harmful sexual behaviour.
Responding to Child Sexual Abuse
How practitioners respond to child sexual abuse can greatly influence the outcomes for children, young people and adults. If responses are empathic, developmentally appropriate and evidence based the outcomes for victims of child sexual abuse and their families can be greatly improved.
This workshop offers participants the skills to develop an evidence-based response. It includes topics to equip practitioners with the knowledge and practical strategies needed to identify, respond to, and prevent child sexual abuse.
Responding to Harmful Sexual Behaviours
Harmful sexual behaviour displayed by young people is the most common form of child sexual abuse. When harmful sexual behaviour occurs, it can create fear, confusion, and can greatly impact those involved.
Responding to young people who have displayed harmful sexual behaviours is essential component to ceasing behaviours and preventing further abuse. Research consistently identifies that children and young people can cease displaying harmful sexual behaviours when offered evidence-based responses.
This workshop is an essential resource for professionals committed to safeguarding and supporting young people and their families.
Testimonials
“Working with David has been an absolute pleasure. His deep clinical expertise in child sexual abuse and harmful sexual behaviours, combined with his strategic mindset and calm, kind demeanour, made this collaboration seamless and rewarding.
He delivered high-standard work, met deadlines consistently, and showed great dedication to deeply understanding our needs and vision throughout the process.”
Jo Allen-Keeling, Head of Knowledge and Performance, yourtown
“David brings a compassionate pragmatism - so incredibly valuable for safety planning and multi-disciplinary case reviews.”
Miranda Bain, Director of Therapy & Specialist Services, Act for Kids
“David’s expertise and dedication have had a profound impact on myself and my team, fostering both professional growth and team success.”
Lisa Stephens, Program Manager – Sexual Abuse Counselling, Act For Kids
