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Connectere Trauma Programme led by Dr Dawn Harris

Connectere Trauma Programme led by Dr Dawn Harris

Highlights

  • Delivered In-Person

  • Delivered at your location

  • UK Wide

  • 5 days

  • Advanced level

Description

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The Connectere Programme (Latin for join together) is a trauma responsive intervention programme for men within the Justice system. The programme is a powerful, evidence-based programme which has been independently evaluated by Dr Briege Nugent and shown to “to have a significant positive impact, and even life changing” experience for men. It aims to promote wellbeing within communities and break the intergenerational cycle of trauma.

Developed in 2022 by Alex O’Donnell and Dr Dawn Harris and now under the aegis of Connectere Interventions, the programme was designed with lived experts with first-hand experience of trauma, recovery and the Justice system.

Connectere fully aligns with Community Justice Scotland priorities: to embed person-centred, trauma informed and trauma responsive practices at the heart of justice. As such, the programme also aims to help men with a history of trauma to heal and recover.

The Connectere Programme is multi-model and based upon neurophysiological and neurobiological principles. And, it draws upon the latest research and employs a compassion-focussed therapeutic approach interwoven with best trauma responsive practices for restoring the right sense of safety, trust and connection.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who is Epione?

    Epione is a leading Trauma Training provider in the United Kingdom. We are a strong values-driven social enterprise operating as a commercial organisation.

    If you'd like to, you can read independent evaluations here - https://www.epione-training.com/evaluations 

    Or, hear it from the delegates who attended our courses - https://www.epione-training.com/trauma-training-testimonials

  • Who are the courses for?

    Epione offers flexible, high-quality training and consultancy solutions for organisations of all sizes - from large-scale workforce development to focused, specialist briefs.

  • Why choose Epione?

    Epione Training & Consultancy was formed in 2019 by Alex O’Donnell BA, MSc, PGDip, and Dr Dawn Harris. The organisation is led by a group of highly experienced trauma informed visionaries with proven clinical expertise and transformational methods of organisational change.

    We specialise in providing trauma training throughout the United Kingdom. All core training aligns to the NES national trauma training framework, is grounded in clear learning objectives with robust independent evaluations demonstrating successful outcomes. We also specialise in trauma informed leadership and organisational transformation through our bespoke consultancy service.

    Epione’s courses are approved through the BPS CPD Quality Mark Scheme for the purposes of continuing professional development, alongside a proven track record of consultation and facilitating lasting trauma informed practice and culture. Courses are accredited by the national CPD certification service.

    Our aims & objectives are simple:

    • Co-create a trauma responsive society by raising awareness of psychological trauma, its causes, manifestations and therapeutic approaches – specifically, those centred around relational connection and compassion.
    • Co-promote and support healing and real-world resilience within individuals and communities across Scotland and throughout the United Kingdom through training and consultancy.
  • Who are Epione Trainers?

    Our model and mission are inseparable as we actively recruit people with a history of trauma with the provision of training and financial stability to become integral to our research and delivery teams. This authentic voice is at the heart of everything we do as we guide professionals and organisations toward trauma-informed excellence.

    Meet the people who make Epione here - https://www.epione-training.com/about-us

  • Do you have to complete the course for certification?

    To receive certification, a delegate would have to attend all scheduled days of the course (e.g., both days for Level 3).

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