Whether in person or online, our Response-Based Practice workshops offer interactive, skill-building learning experiences designed to deepen your understanding and application of response-based approaches.
In-Person or Online Workshops
We work with a wide variety of organizations and communities who are concerned about violence (broadly defined). We offer Response-based training, both in-person and online. These workshops have been developed to reflect the specific context of the organization/community and can ideally be delivered over a period of time to build relationship, address questions as they arise, and talk about the application of Response-based ideas in unique practice settings. If you would like to discuss further, or schedule a workshop, please complete the form below.
Our Aim for All Training Participants
Our aim is to support participants across all trainings to develop deeper understanding, stronger practice, and greater confidence when working with children, young people, and families affected by violence. Through engagement, reflection, and shared learning, participants are supported to:
Engage in content on the topic of working for children, youth and families who have experienced violence or harmed others. Many professionals report that violence (broadly defined) is the single biggest issue of concern in their work.
Expand their range of helpful responses to victims and perpetrators when violence is at issue.
Increase practice confidence through the relationships formed with children, their families, and the outcomes achieved.
Continue to reflect upon the various responses to disclosures from victims of violence, including children of all ages. This includes making meaning of what they say, their choice of language, to whom they disclose, and what they choose to tell.
Explore and enhance dignity-informed practice across contexts, and how to implement these ideas in practice, policies and procedures that serve children and families.
This training is relevant to all professionals who work with children, youth and their families on the topic of violence (broadly defined) and other forms of adversity.
Who Typically Attends Our Training and Workshops
Our training and workshops are intended for those who are directly involved in supporting, protecting, and caring for children and families, including:
- Counsellors/therapists
- Child protection workers (social workers) & psychologists
- Teachers, school support workers & early child educators
- Shelter workers
- Police officers & victim service workers
- Lawyers & judges
- Foster parents & staffed resource workers
- Policy makers
- Parents & caregivers
- Former children
Upcoming Workshops
Workshop
Response-Based-Practice for CityU Students and Other Helping Professionals
An Independent Student-Organized Event
Trainers: Allan Wade, Shelly Dean, Cathy Richardson
Date: Sept 12th and 13th 2026: 9:00-5:00
Location: Hosted at CityU Campus: Vancouver Island Technology Park Suite 2307 – 4464 Markham St, Victoria, BC V8Z 7X8
Cost: $500 This training is being offered at a student rate, subsidized by the Centre for Response Based Practice and the space sponsored by CityU.
*Please let us know if you are in need of financial accommodations.
*Only 20 participant spots are available, please register early.
This training workshop offers an extended introduction to response-based practice for counsellors-in-training at City U, and other helping professionals, with a focus on the practice of dignity-centered relationship building. We will discuss the relationship between response-based practice and other critical ecosystemic approaches. Participants will explore response-based language and interviewing practices that highlight resistance, agency, and the pursuit of safety in the context of violence and trauma. The training will include demonstrations and practice opportunities. Drawing on the approach used at the response-based centre, discussions will focus on working with children and youth under 12, families, and caregivers. We will also explore how response-based practice can support those who face moral distress and burnout while working in healthcare settings. We will assume that participants will have a basic understanding of response-based-practice ahead of this training.
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Connect, Learn, Practice
From intimate in-person gatherings to accessible online sessions, our workshops are crafted to deepen understanding and strengthen your practice. Find a workshop that fits your rhythm and expand both your skills and community. Reserve your place today.
