Self care for
‍‍burnout and trauma.

An evidence-based, interactive workshop for direct service staff using creative prescribing approaches.
Next online workshop: Wednesday 20th November 5.30-8.30pm

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Vicarious trauma
Burnt-out
Anxiety
Stress

Safe 'n Sound helps with the daily prevention vicarious trauma and burnout for direct service staff.

Safe 'n Sound is founded on evidenced based approaches and research into the causes and impacts of vicarious trauma and burnout on direct service staff.  This 3-hour workshop introduces the key concept of non-negotiable self-care, as well as a framework for understanding different types of self-care practices, from short relief and repair habits, to deeper recharge and restoration strategies.

We cover
  1. Nervous system 101
  2. The causes of burnout
  3. The causes of vicarious trauma
  4. The difference between these two experiences
  5. Early signs
  6. Key early intervention strategies
  7. The real meaning of ‘self-care’
  8. Creative First Aid in action
  9. Creating your own personal plan
  10. Hands on experiential learning
You will get

Rapid relief and repair habits

Introduction to how your brain works, what it needs to thrive, and signs it’s in need of some tender loving care.

Restore and recharge practices

Simple, one minute practices that can set you up for productive, rewarding days. 

Connection and community support

Simple, one minute practices that can set you up for productive, rewarding days. 

Common questions
about Safe 'n Sound
What is Creative First Aid?
Do I need to have art skills?
Is there group participation? 
Do I need special art supplies? 
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MakeShift stories

Creative First Aid has been used with residents impacted by bushfires and floods in regional communities of Australia, young people in juvenile detention, First Responders with PTSD, and people in the community looking for ways to bring more creativity into their lives.

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Please note that information shared in this session is general and broad and anyone attending with specific mental health challenges and experiences should ensure they follow the advice of their practitioner/therapist.