Groups & Training
Dr. Surridge regularly delivers training, seminars, workshops and groupwork at various levels to a wide range of audiences, including colleagues, external teams, schools, health and social care professionals, clients, businesses and the general public. Her diverse training topics aim to educate, inform, and empower individuals and teams to provide better care and support for those facing mental health challenges.
Topics Dr. Surridge Has Covered Include:
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Case busting: A dedicated space for professionals from various disciplines to collaboratively explore a case from a psychological perspective. This includes examining the multiple factors influencing an individual’s experiences, behaviours, and interactions, with the aim of developing deeper understanding and more effective support strategies.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Offering insights into ADHD, its impact, and effective strategies for support.
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Attachment, Bonding, and Behaviour-Management: Exploring the importance of attachment and interaction styles in managing challenging behaviours.
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Challenging Behaviour: Providing strategies for understanding and managing difficult behaviours.
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Psychoneuroimmunology: Explaining the connection between the mind, brain, and immune system in mental health.
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Anxiety Management: Teaching techniques to manage and reduce anxiety.
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Anger Management: Offering practical tools for managing anger and related emotions.
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Psychiatric Inpatient Groupwork: Facilitating group sessions focused on helping individuals in inpatient settings to manage their experiences.
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Formulation, Person-Centred Service Delivery, and Behaviour Management: Tailoring plans to suit the needs of specific individuals, focusing on holistic and person-centred approaches.
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‘Autism Seminars for Families’: Providing support and information to families with a child on the Autism Spectrum, helping them navigate challenges and develop strategies for effective support.
In 2014, Dr. Surridge became a licensed ‘Early Bird Healthy Minds’ trainer (license number available on request), further expanding her ability to provide specialised training and resources for those supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).