Reflections
of a
Conference
8-10 June 2018
Collaboratively engaging with trauma and dissociation
Conference 2018
Collaboratively engaging with trauma and dissociation
8th - 10th June
20 hours of CPD
One beautiful weekend of networking, growth and learning
Reflections of the weekend...
Well, the tag conference came and went, but it's certainly one we will remember. We feel very proud to have succeeded in creating a wonderful weekend of networking, learning and collaboration. We were overjoyed to see so many new faces, eager to learn and keen to understand. It was also wonderful to see those of you who have been working in the field of trauma and dissociation for many decades, exceptional pioneers who's hard work, passion and dedication have created the opportunities that are now available and must continue to be built upon.
The Hayes Conference Centre did us proud once again, much of it seemed improved and the staff and their services were superb. The added delight of mindful walks around peaceful lakes, the blossoming of beautifully kept gardens and of course the glorious start to our British summer all somehow reflected both the warmth and the depth of this exceptional weekend.
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We did slow down, pause and breathe and all in all thoroughly enjoyed a weekend that was both mindful yet packed full of learning.
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We are so grateful to all of you who were able to join us!
Here's a few reflections about the conference from our lovely Chairperson Tanya Orr...
What did other people have to say....?
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I've just returned from the TAG conference 2018, and I'd like to thank Place2Be for making it possible for me to attend. It was a whirlwind of a weekend with a combination of fascinating presentations and workshops, great opportunities to chat with other counsellors and a variety of mental-health professionals as well as experts by experience, and not forgetting to mention a stunning location in the Derbyshire countryside. The two main speakers, Suzette Boon and Renée Marks introduced us to the characteristics of trauma and dissociation and shared with us the fruits of their respective long and in-depth experience working therapeutically with traumatised and dissociative clients of all ages. I felt inspired by their dedication and infectious excitement about what can be achieved, and leave the conference more prepared to notice and understand issues that might appear in my own client work. On top of this, the workshops added further insight to a variety of therapeutic approaches to trauma, and the opportunities to socialise and network has increased my awareness of the resources and opportunities available in the counselling world.
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Andrew, volunteer counsellor Place2be
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Dear Tag Team,
Thank you for an incredibly inclusive, diverse, personally challenging
(in a good way), educational, sociable and generally beautiful weekend.
What an achievement for all concerned!
With very best wishes, Lesley
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It is well run - a good opportunity to meet others, and enjoy the grounds. I've learned a huge amount...
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The space was good and space was given to offer yourself self care. Everyone was friendly...
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Beautiful location, lovely rooms, fab food and really informative, passionate speakers/workshops
getting together with colleagues, sharing information and learning about dissociation...
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It was packed with fantastic speakers and topics...
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Inclusiveness, friendliness, wide variety of subjects covered . Many new faces...
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Lovely setting, well organised, helpful staff, knowledgeable and approachable speakers...
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Collaboration
A big thank you to Melanie Goodwin, Kathryn Livingston, Sandra Buck and Mike Lloyd from FPP, RAINS and ESTD-UK. All of whom attended the weekend and joined our Chair Tanya Orr on Friday evening to form an informal panel to update and share information. Their knowledge, wisdom and dedication are a constant reminder of how much wonderful work has been done and an interesting and inspiring insight into how much work remains.
R.A.I.N.S.
Ritual Abuse Information Network and Support
rains@rains-home.org.uk
Full price ticket for the conference, including accommodation and all meals is only £350!
Are you a member of tag? Then you also get a £50 discount!
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tag members will have received their discount code in a recent e-shot, please contact us if you are a member and require a discount code.
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Keynote Speakers...
Dr. Suzette Boon
I am a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist. My original background is in family and systemic therapy, cognitive and behavioral therapy, and hypnosis. I am a supervisor for the Dutch Society for Hypnosis and the Dutch Society for Partner and Family Therapy. I have worked extensively at both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric facilities.
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Since the late eighties, I have specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with histories of early psychological trauma, in particular patients with complex dissociative disorders. I validated, together with Nel Draijer, the Dutch translation of the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV Dissociative disorders (Boon & Draijer, 1993).
Dr. Renée P Marks
I am working as Consultant Therapist and Clinical Lead at Integrate Families in the North of England. Integrate Families is a National Centre for Children with Complex Trauma and Dissociation.
I am a national and international trainer on the topic of attachment, emotional regulation, complex trauma and dissociation in children and adolescents and a member of the Child and Adolescents Committee of the ISSTD. I'm also an accredited trainer for their on-line training. I am the chair of the Child and Adolescent Committee of the European Society on Trauma and Dissociation (ESTD) and specialise in the more serious and complicated population of traumatised children and adolescents. I am also an expert witness and provides clinical supervision and consultation to different agencies and therapists.
Workshops...
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'Using imagination as an important resource in developing inner cooperation among dissociative parts' with Suzette Boon
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'Impact of pre-birth and post-natal abuse on the developing self' with Renee Marks
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'The importance of the third therapeutic stage - consolidation and integrated living' with Kathryn Livingston and Melanie Goodwin
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'Working creatively with parts' with Pauline Andrew
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'An introduction to trauma and the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics' with Gurjit Basi
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'Different challenges facing the therapist when working with organised ongoing abuse' with Philippa Dryland and Dr. Elly Hanson
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'Collaborating with parts within the therapeutic relationship' with Sally-Anne Bubbers
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'An introduction to Yoga Therapy' with Laura Madeley
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'Mindfulness - Exploring the challenges of the present moment' with Sue Berry
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'The journey through DID therapy' with Mike Lloyd and Carol Broad​​
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THE HAYES CONFERENCE CENTRE
Swanwick, Alfreton, Derbyshire. DE55 1AU
Set in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside with easy travel links.
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Car...
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Postcode for satnav - DE55 1AU
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The Hayes Conference Centre is only 5 miles from the M1.
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TRAIN...
Nearest train station is three miles away - Alfreton Station. Taxi prices from here are approximately £6.
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Derby Station has direct links from London - buses and taxis are available to continue your journey to The Hayes. Taxi price is estimated at £25.
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TAXI...
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The Hayes recommend Amber Taxis - 01773 836100 - For the prices above please quote 'The Hayes' when booking your taxi.
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Further Information...
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Please note the above information is recommended by The Hayes Conference Centre and tag are not able to take any responsibility for this information or for any transport issues that may occur.
Further directions and details can be found on the Hayes site by following this link:
www.cct.org.uk/contact-and-directions/the-hayes-directions
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