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Emotional Regulation: Tools and Strategies for PDA Individuals

 February 1, 2025 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (AEDT)

Join Kristy Forbes for an in-depth 3-hour masterclass focusing on Emotional Regulation: Tools and Strategies for PDA Individuals.

PDA individuals often experience heightened emotional dysregulation. This masterclass offers tools and strategies to support emotional regulation through co-regulation, sensory based strategies, and autonomy-driven approaches.

• Gain insights into emotional dysregulation in PDA.
• Learn tools for fostering co-regulation and self-awareness.
• Discover practical sensory strategies for different environments.
• Explore examples of already established, incredible emotional resilience and how to build on safety.
• Session Length: 3 hours, including dedicated question time afterwards
• Certificate of Completion: Provided following the masterclass
• Included: Lifetime access to the recording, slides, and resources
• Accessibility: All masterclasses are captioned and transcribed

Relational Trauma and PDA: Healing Through Connection

February 8, 2025 11:00 AM-2:00 PM (AEDT)

Join Kristy Forbes for a 3-hour masterclass, Relational Trauma and PDA: Healing Through Connection, where we delve into the complexities of trauma-informed approaches to supporting PDA individuals. 

While PDA is not caused by trauma, some of our intensified behaviours as PDAers are often linked to past relational trauma, whether that be with the education system, adults in the person’s life via attempts to control behaviour, etc. This masterclass explores how to recognise fragmented relational connections, provide healing support, and foster stronger, trauma-informed relationships.

• Understand the link between trauma and PDA behaviours.
• Learn tools for fostering healing and connection.
• Develop capacity to build trauma-informed relationships.
• Guidance on reducing re-traumatisation and creating emotional safety.
• Session Length: 3 hours, including dedicated question time afterwards
• Certificate of Completion: Provided following the masterclass
• Included: Lifetime access to the recording, slides, and resources
• Accessibility: All masterclasses are captioned and transcribed

Supporting Transitions for PDA Individuals

 March 1, 2025 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (AEDT)

Join Kristy Forbes for a 3-hour masterclass, Supporting Transitions for PDA Individuals, where we explore the unique challenges PDA individuals face.

Transitions can feel overwhelming for PDA individuals, and while routines can be helpful, they sometimes create barriers to moving forward. This masterclass offers practical tools and insights to reduce stress and anxiety, making transitions smoother and more manageable.

• Learn tools for creating predictability and reducing overwhelm.
• Gain practical advice on navigating daily and life transitions.
• Understand how to support autonomy during periods of change.

• Session Length: 3 hours, including dedicated question time afterwards
• Certificate of Completion: Provided following the masterclass
• Included: Lifetime access to the recording, slides, and resources
• Accessibility: All masterclasses are captioned and transcribed

Screen Use and Locus of Control in PDA

March 8, 2025 11:00 AM-2:00 PM (AEDT)

Join Kristy Forbes for a comprehensive 3-hour masterclass focusing on Screen Use and Locus of Control in PDA.

Screen time often becomes a source of regulation and autonomy for PDA individuals. This masterclass explores the relationship between screen use and locus of control, offering insights and pathways for creating balance and understanding.

• Gain insights into why PDA individuals gravitate toward screens.
• Tools for creating a balanced approach to screen use.
  
• Guidance for fostering autonomy.
• Tools for addressing conflicts around screens with empathy.
• Session Length: 3 hours, including dedicated question time afterwards
• Certificate of Completion: Provided following the masterclass
• Included: Lifetime access to the recording, slides, and resources
• Accessibility: All masterclasses are captioned and transcribed

Understanding and Using Declarative Language with PDA Children

March 22, 2025 11:00 AM-2:00 PM (AEDT)

 Declarative language is a powerful tool for fostering connection and relational safety with PDA children, though it is often confusing for many who seek to implement it in everyday life. This masterclass delves into the principles of declarative language, explaining how it works and providing practical strategies to reduce pressure, build trust, and support communication.

Join Kristy Forbes for a deep dive into Understanding and Using Declarative Language with PDA Children, complete with practical exercises specific to your daily life at home, in the classroom, and across all environments.

• Insights into the effectiveness of declarative language: Learn why declarative language is a key approach for reducing demands and supporting autonomy in PDA children.
• Tools for incorporating declarative language into daily life: Practical tips and examples for using declarative language effectively at home, in educational settings, and beyond.
• Tools for navigating challenging interactions: Discover how declarative language can help de-escalate conflicts and foster mutual understanding.
• Guidance for building trust and collaboration: Learn how to use declarative language to create a sense of safety, encourage problem-solving, and promote meaningful connection.
• Session Length: 3 hours, including dedicated question time afterwards
• Certificate of Completion: Provided following the masterclass
• Included: Lifetime access to the recording, slides, and resources
• Accessibility: All masterclasses are captioned and transcribed

Supporting Burnout Recovery for PDA Individuals

 April 26, 2025 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (AEST)

Join Kristy Forbes for a 3-hour masterclass, Supporting Burnout Recovery for PDA Individuals.

Burnout can significantly impact PDA individuals, often leading to a cycle of overwhelm and withdrawal. This masterclass provides a compassionate exploration of transitioning from burnout into recovery for PDA individuals, offering practical tools and insights to support recovery and create sustainable pathways to wellbeing.

• Insights into what recovery looks like when transitioning out of PDA burnout: Understand the subtle signs of recovery in transitioning out of burnout in PDA individuals and how they’re often overlooked as deeper challenges.
• Tools for supporting recovery: Practical approaches to help PDA individuals rebuild energy, confidence, and a sense of autonomy after burnout.
• Deeper understanding around the process of burnout recovery and beyond: Learn to recognise the non linear aspects of burnout recovery.
• Guidance for creating sustainable environments: Discover how to foster supportive and flexible environments that prevent burnout and promote long term wellbeing.

• Session Length: 3 hours, including dedicated question time afterwards
• Certificate of Completion: Provided following the masterclass
• Included: Lifetime access to the recording, slides, and resources
• Accessibility: All masterclasses are captioned and transcribed