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LAST PLACES REMAINING

Working with Kink

Friday 13th June 2025

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FEEDBACK FROM COURSE ATTENDEES:

“The training wasn’t just looking at kink from a professional pov and instead as a whole subject which means that we can learn about the person as we work with them and understand the world they live in”

Maria S. – Counsellor

“Interesting and inspiring delivery”

Gabrielle Lesley Buckeridge – Relationship Therapist

“One of the best workshops I’ve attended”

Mary B. – Psychotherapist

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Dates : Friday 13th June 2025

Times: 10am – 4pm (BST – UK time) with an hour break for lunch and 2 other short breaks. Please log on for 9.45am for prompt 10am start.

Alternative Dates and Timings: Please click links as timings may vary Thursday 23rd October 2025

Trainer : Diane Hassall, scroll down to see more about the trainer

Location : Online

Cost : £140

We now offer insurance against cancellation. This must be purchased within 48 hours of booking the workshop. Click here for more info

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Please note, that the general rules of engagement of the profession (confidentiality etc) apply when attending this workshop.

This workshop is open to counsellors and psychotherapists who work one-to-one with clients, as well as relationship therapists, family therapists, psychosexual specialists, coaches, health workers and medics. In fact any professional who wishes to explore the difference between pathological behaviour and what is commonly perceived as “kink”. We define kink as a set of pleasurable activities that in other contexts are defined as not pleasurable or usual. Kink is sometimes also known as BDSM.

BDSM is a general term which applies to activities, fantasies, or scenes that involve a consensual exchange of power, where it’s agreed that one person has more power over another person (for a set period of time), such as in role play or in sadomasochistic practices. These rules are normally agreed in advance. It might involve physical control, sensory deprivation, restraint, pain, humiliation, and/or being told off. These things, in the ‘usual world’ might be perceived as unpleasant, but in kink may feel exhilarating. A lot of people just fantasise about kink but don’t take it any further.

This seminar may be taken on its own or as part of a 5-day series leading to a: Certificate in Diversity within Contemporary Relationships

Learning outcomes

By the end of the training participants will have

Explored the range of ‘kink”
Critically examined the difference between unusual sexual behaviour and pathologies
Considered the integration of kink into relationship styles
Examined critically and learnt to apply Dr Betty Martin’s Circle of Consent

PRE COURSE WORK

There is a 15 minute exercise that we ask you to complete BEFORE the start of the workshop.

Trainer : Diane Hassall

Di is an experienced Integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor who specialises in Relationship and Psychosexual Therapy. Much of her work is with people exploring gender, sexual or relationship diversity (GSRD).

Her clients bring issues around commitment, sexual identity, gender identity and/or transition, BDSM and kink, polyamory, non-monogamy and other types of relationships. She also works with people in trans-cultural, trans-racial relationships and/or those from differing religions.

Di’s previous career was in HR, learning and development, communications and change management. People and relationships have always been her passion, so it was no surprise to those who know her when she became a psychotherapist!

She is an Accredited Member of NCIP and a Registered Member of COSRT

Who should attend : This course is open to all counsellors, psychotherapists, psychosexual therapists, coaches and health workers who wish to deepen their thinking and understanding of kink.

Maximum Number : 30

APPROVED FOR CPD : This course has been accredited by NCIP- National Council Of Integrative Psychotherapists. A Certificate of Attendance form for Continuous Professional Development for 5 hours will be sent by email once you have filled in the feedback form.

FOR FULL INFORMATION ON THIS COURSE CLICK HERE

CANCELLATIONS : Any request to change (e.g. defer to alternative dates) or cancel your place at a workshop, that is made at less than 21 days before the course start date will be charged in full. Any cancellation / amendments / requests to defer before 21 days, will be subject to a 12.5% handling charge.

Organised through Sleeping Mountain Ltd

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