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I’ll share a case of visual hallucinations, showing how an existential-phenomenological approach helps understand their meaning and purpose. We aim to explore the lived experiences on irregular perceptions of reality with an open mind. Each Saturday includes: a live dialogue between Prof. Ernesto Spinelli and an International Existential Therapist; a moment to share your thoughts and feelings with the teachers; and a final integration facilitated by Bárbara Godoy. This series of ten dialogues set out to explore the multifaceted dimentions and complexities associated with Existential Therapies. It attempts to engage with various interpretations of insanity through the lens of patients often painful, confounding, and deeply unsettling life experiences. Hallucination- between Prof. Ernesto Spinelli and Prof. Simon du Ploc “The phenomenon of hallucination has been a subject of debate for centuries. It has been suggested that its function was one of revelation or prophesy, and those who hallucinated were often considered to have a ‘sacred’ affliction. In recent times, their function, at least in the West since the Age of Reason, has been often been reduced to primary indicators of schizophrenia and other forms of psychosis. Lumped into the ‘core phenomena’ of schizophrenia, the concern is not so much what they are, or what they mean to the client, or even their content, but their treatment and control. I will present an excerpt from my own clinical practice with a client who presented with distressing visual hallucinations. This piece of work illustrates how approaching such irregular perceptions of reality from an existential-phenomenological perspective can provide a way of understanding their meaning and purpose within a client’s lived experience. I will suggest that such an approach also enables us to take a creative position regarding wider notions of sanity and madness, a position which enables us to navigate a path between, on the one hand, the medical model which typically focusses on reduction and management of hallucinations, and on the other hand, a Laingian view of hallucination as a route to ‘hyper-sanity’. Adopting such a path may enable us to work more confidently with clients when they present with unusual or disturbing perceptions.” Prof. Simon du Ploc. Prof. Simon du Plock is Senior Research Fellow at the Metanoia Institute, London. He was Head of the Faculty of Post-Qualification and Professional Doctorates at the Institute from 2007 to 2020, in which role he directed counselling psychology and psychotherapy research doctorates jointly with Middlesex University. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society for Medicine, a Foundation Member with Senior Practitioner Status of the BPS Register of Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy, and a Member of the BPS Register of Applied Psychology Practice Supervisors. He has been a BPS Chartered Counselling Psychologist and UKCP Registered Psychotherapist since 1994. He has authored nearly one hundred journal papers and book chapters on existential therapy, and he has co-edited Existential Analysis, the Journal of the British Society for Existential Analysis, since 1993. He was an editor of the 2019 Wiley World Handbook of Existential Therapy. He has lectured and trained internationally, and in 2006 he was made an Honorary Member of the East European Association for Existential Therapy in recognition of his contribution to cooperation between West and East Europe in the development of existential psychotherapy. His clinical and research interests include phenomenological research methodology, clinical and research supervision, existential pedagogy, and working with issues of addiction and dependency. Prof. Ernesto Spinelli was Chair of the Society for Existential Analysis between 1993 and 1999 and is a Life Member of the Society. His writings, lectures and seminars focus on the application of existential phenomenology to the arenas of therapy, supervision, psychology, and executive coaching. He is a Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS) as well as an APECS accredited executive coach and coaching supervisor. In 2000, he was the Recipient of BPS Division of Counselling Psychology Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Profession. And in 2019, Ernesto received the BPS Award for Distinguished Contribution to Practice. His most recent book, Practising Existential Therapy: The Relational World 2nd edition (Sage, 2015) has been widely praised as a major contribution to the advancement of existential theory and practice. Living up to the existential dictum that life is absurd, Ernesto is also the author of an on-going series of Private Eye novels. Date and Time: Saturday 15 November from 2 pm to 3 pm – (UK time) Individual Dialogue Fee: £70 Venue: Online Zoom FULL PROGRAMME 2025: 25 January “Knots” with Prof. Ernesto Spinelli and Bárbara Godoy 22 February “Healing” with Dr. Michael Guy Thompson and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 22 March “Difference” with Prof. Tod DuBose and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 12 April “Polarisation” with Prof. Kirk Schneider and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 3 May “Character” with Prof. Robert Romanyshyn and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 21 June “Opening” with Dr. Yaqui Martinez and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 19 July “Meaning” with Dr. Jan Resnick and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 25 October “Invention” with Dr. Betty Cannon and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 15 November “Hallucination” with Prof. Simon du Plock and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 13 December “Hysteria” with Bárbara Godoy and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli Read the full programme here > Course Organised by:

Comorbid GAD and Depression with CBT What is this webinar about? Around 60% of people with anxiety disorders have also have comorbid depression. We also know that people with anxiety disorders and co-occurring depression have higher overall symptom severity and worse outcomes compared to either alone. While training and textbooks focus almost exclusively on protocols for treating anxiety and depression is isolation, the reality in practical clinical settings is that many clients present with both conditions. This practical workshop will examine some key techniques to help clients work on their comorbid anxiety and depression. We will focus on key questions such as which should be treated first? How do we manage psychoeducation? What might be the most useful therapeutic goals in comorbid cases? What are the protocols for transdiagnostic approaches such as the Unified Protocol?  Key Topics (indicative) Comorbidty Where to start? Psychoeducation and Comorbidity Common pitfalls to avoid for the therapist working with comorbid conditions The Unified Protocol (Barlow) - practical aspects of implementation Working with Children and Young People with comorbid presentations - the three Pathways (Cummings) Case Study for discussion Summary and Next Steps

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“Photography is more than a medium for factual communication of ideas. It is a creative art" - Ansel Adams Photoshop For Photographers When you're ready to take the next step in your photo-education and learn to use Photoshop - our Photoshop for Photographers course will take you from Photoshop novice to someone who can confidently navigate it and use its super powerful tools to take your photos beyond what you thought was possible! So if you've ever dreamt about being able to use Photoshop, maybe even got as far as opening it and quickly get overwhelmed with all that's packed inside - we've got you. KEY COURSE INFO: Course type: Instructor-led Course level: 2 levels - Essential Photoshop ( L1) and Creative Photoshop (L2) Course duration: each course level consists of 4 weeks + prep module Course format: Online course with step by step tutorials, instructional videos and interactive edit-along live classes, feedback on your learning and support group WHAT YOU LEARN: Our Photoshop for Photographers is a 2 level course - the first one covering all the key aspects of understanding how to navigate and work in Photoshop along with its most widely used tools and techniques, the second one building on top of that to really boost the creative uses you can apply it to.  This incredibly in-depth course has everything you need as a photographer who wants to harness this amazing tool.  What you learn: from basic Photoshop tools to more complex photo manipulations, from playing with colour to portrait retouching, from adding light to removing any unwanted object from your photos and lots, lots more. key photoshop tools object removal and placements - face / sky swaps Overlays & blending modes The art of adding light Skin editing and retouching introduction to compositing THIS IS THE COURSE FOR YOU IF : You you already know basics of editing (in Lightroom) but want to take them further into Photoshop ( where more fun happens) You tried using Photoshop before only to close it immediately after opening due to all the overwhelmingly unfamiliar tools and options You followed youtube tutorials before but beside replicating what the person did exactly, you still don't really have a good idea of how to use Photoshop - or why you should!? You want to be able to take advantage of the tools that are missing in Lightroom or do not give you sufficient control over them to do the job seamlessly - such as precise ways of removing unwanted objects in your image - Photoshop's powerful tools, such as the Content-Aware Fill and Clone Stamp enable you to remove distracting objects or people from your photos, ensuring the focus remains on the subject You want to be able to manipulate or replace elements in your images - from turning your background blurry to replacing blank skies, doing face swaps and more You want to be able to bring beautiful light into your images - from haze to sun rays, from - with colours that pop and light that's perfectly balanced You want to be able to take yoru portraits to a new level - remove blemishes, retouch skin,and correct imperfections, giving your images a polished and professional finish. You desire to create stunning composites: With Photoshop, you can combine multiple images seamlessly to create captivating composite photos. This skill is particularly useful for photographers who want to tell stories or create imaginative and surreal images. ONE COURSE - 2 LEVELS ESSENTIAL PHOTOSHOP Pick this course if you're new to Photoshop or do not have a lot of experience in Photoshop In this course you learn to : Navigate the software and set it up for a proper, smart, non-destructive workflow Discover all the essential tools and techniques that take your images way beyond what you could do in Lightroom Learn the key skills : from masks to brushes, from blending modes to selections, from cloning to canvas extensions, from face swaps to sky swaps - and more!! CREATIVE PHOTOSHOP Pick this course if you're already familiar with the basic tools and ways of working in Photoshop  In this course you take all that you learned in the Essentials course and turbo boost it for creativity. You'll learn : How to play with light, colour and blur for unique creative outcomes How to get more out of the familiar tools - so advanced brushes, advanced selections, advanced blending More fun skills : from skin edits to retouching, from stitching photos to involved composites, from creating effects such as neon glow to turning your photos into comics and more! Learn more about Creative Photoshop WHAT'S INCLUDED IN EACH OF OUR PHOTOSHOP COURSES: 4 core modules - each with detailed step by step tutorials, downloadable videos and PDF workbooks Support Facebook group Weekly edit-along live webinar Practice files to learn on Feedback on your images ESSENTIAL PHOTOSHOP Next Essential Photoshop course starts 15 January 2024 The way you work in Photoshop is very different compared to Lightroom and a big learning curve for anyone who begins learning it for the first time. It's also a big reason why a lot of photographers open it for the first time, find it hard to recognise any familiar tools or make them work on the image and the give up.  In this course we take you through it step by step. We show you around this tool and teach you how to use it in a way that's smart, non-destructive, flexible and making the most of its amazing features.  Here is a non-exhaustive list of what you will learn:  A thorough understanding of Layers, masks and brushes - you cannot really work effectively in Photoshop if you do not know how to use these tools. An absolute must! Key Photoshop tools - Photoshop is a hugely vast tool used by lots of different creative professions and depending on what you use it for, you will be using different tools. We introduce you to the ones that are key for a photographer! Working with Adjustment layers - these fantastic tools allow you to change colours, adjust tone and mood of images Removing and replacing parts of your photos - powerful selection, healing, cloning, content aware tools and more to allow you to clean up your images of everything that's undesirable or distracting in your images Simple composites ( Face swaps / Sky swaps) - while composites can be hugely complex and challenging, we show you how to get started with a few simple - but effective ones!Understanding Precision tools and filters for blurring and sharpening Blending modes and their immense potential for transforming your images with the tools you already know - from working with overlays to CREATIVE PHOTOSHOP Next Creative Photoshop course starts 15 April 2024 In Level 2 we build on the foundation we establish in Level 1 and start applying what you have learned more creatively - as well as learning more tools, more techniques and starting more fun projects. This is where we really get to have fun with those powerful tools - we learn not just how to fix and clean up undesirable elements from the photos, but how to creatively treat them so that they reflect your creative vision and imagination.  The magic of Colour and blur - adding mood and softness to images to transform the images . We use several creative techniques to completel;y transform the images Adding and creating light effects in Photoshop - from light beams to sun burtsts to rainbows! Step by step skin editing and portrait retouching - from adjusting skin tones, removing unwanted colour casts, disappearing blemishes and creating highend, polished portraits that still retain healthy skin texture Using smart filters and creative adjustment layers to achieve effects such as turning your images into cartoons, watercolours or neon effects Working with and creating your own custom brushes, overlays etc - the power of photoshop brushes has to be experienced to be believed - from adding light rays to Playing with composites - adding magic to your images or creating new scenes and stories from scratch PHOTOSHOP For Photographers  Photoshop courses - KEY INFO Essential Photoshop ( Level 1) - 4 week course, starts 15 Jan 2024 Creative Photoshop ( Level 2) - 4 week course, 15 April 2024 Course cost: BOOKING A SINGLE COURSE: £179 ( payment plans available ) BOOKING A BUNDLE: Book Level 1 and Level 2 together :  £259  (payment plans available )  PHOTOSHOP FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS Each course consists of 4 weekly modules with step by step illustrated tutorials and videos + prep module weekly edit along class online class ( also recorded) feedback and advice on your edits private support group PDF workbook and downloadable videos Practice images to learn on COURSE PREREQUISITES: Adobe Photoshop software installed on your computer or tablet.This can be purchased either as a standalone Photoshop Subscription or as part of the Photography Plan which includes also access to Lightroom and Lightroom Classic. Please note that you need to ensure that your computer can run Photoshop - please follow Adobe minimum system requirements guidelines

For those who are aiming for top marks in their GCSE maths exam  Save Your Child’s Spot in the GCSE higher maths Paper 1 Workshop Is your child on track for a Grade 7-9? Want them to have the advantage of hearing from a GCSE Exam specialist teacher with over 20 years of teaching experience? Worried about them answering complex problems under time pressure? Want them to be exposed to the type of exam-style questions they'll need to master? Our engaging course doesn’t just teach numbers; Our Maths courses build confidence. Meet Shola, our GCSE Maths Expert! I specialise in tutoring students of all abilities in the following areas: foundation to higher GCSE maths, and general maths tuition for key stages 3 and 4. Lessons are tailored to my students by further developing their understanding of mathematical concepts as well as delivering lessons based on current needs and upcoming course materials. My role as Head of Year means that I oversee the pastoral support of students in my year group so that learning at every level of the individual is supported. I am a qualified Designating Safeguarding Lead Level 3 which means that I have practical knowledge and skills to protect the welfare of students and to take action when necessary. Course Objectives: - Revision techniques so there's less cramming + more confidence - Effective exam techniques for challenging questions for paper 1 - Review of past papers for Paper 1 to gain exposure to exam terminology + formating - Exam techniques to ensure no stress in a time pressure situation and top tips to avoid common errors that students fall into! We transform GCSE Maths exam prep from a challenge to an exciting adventure, helping your child become a resilient and prepared student. Mathematics can be a battleground for many students, especially when faced with word problems. We understand the fear of numbers, the confusion with algebra, and the frustration of not being able to solve real-world math challenges. Key Details: Duration: 3 hours Official Lesson Start Date: TBD during Feb Half term Maths Focus Areas: Paper 1 Higher Group Size: Max 15 Recorded! For Just £97  Students who work with Bettering Youth tutors improve by a minimum of 2 grades; we have a 100% pass rate! What our families have to say: "Think it all went very well today. Shola seems very nice. Spoke with her briefly at the end of the lesson." "Sarahlynn has been nothing but a source of strength and encouragement for my daughter Ella. After struggling with confidence at school and feeling embarrassed to put her hand up in class, she was falling behind. Since Sarahlynn has been working with her, she has gone up a Math set and has become noticeably more relaxed in social settings. We couldn’t be more proud."

For those who are working towards GCSE maths exam confidence Save Your Child’s Spot in the GCSE Foundation maths Paper 1 Workshop Concerned about your child’s struggle with math concepts and word problems? Worried about them answering complex problems under time pressure? Want them to be exposed to the type of exam-style questions they'll need to master? Our engaging course doesn’t just teach numbers; Our Maths courses build confidence. Meet Shola, our GCSE Maths Expert! I specialise in tutoring students of all abilities in the following areas: foundation to higher GCSE maths, and general maths tuition for key stages 3 and 4. Lessons are tailored to my students by further developing their understanding of mathematical concepts as well as delivering lessons based on current needs and upcoming course materials. My role as Head of Year means that I oversee the pastoral support of students in my year group so that learning at every level of the individual is supported. I am a qualified Designating Safeguarding Lead Level 3 which means that I have practical knowledge and skills to protect the welfare of students and to take action when necessary. Course Objectives: - Revision techniques so there's less cramming + more confidence - Main concepts are reviewed for Number, Algebra, Geometry, and Data Handling - Review of past papers for Paper 1 to gain exposure to exam terminology + formating - Exam techniques to ensure no stress in a time pressure situation and top tips to avoid common errors that students fall into! We transform GCSE Maths exam prep from a challenge to an exciting adventure, helping your child become a resilient and prepared student. Mathematics can be a battleground for many students, especially when faced with word problems. We understand the fear of numbers, the confusion with algebra, and the frustration of not being able to solve real-world math challenges. Key Details: Duration: 3 hours Official Lesson Start Date:TBD during Feb Half term Maths Focus Areas: Paper 1 Foundation Group Size: Max 15 Recorded! For Just £97  Students who work with Bettering Youth tutors improve by a minimum of 2 grades; we have a 100% pass rate! What our families have to say: "Think it all went very well today. Shola seems very nice. Spoke with her briefly at the end of the lesson." "Sarahlynn has been nothing but a source of strength and encouragement for my daughter Ella. After struggling with confidence at school and feeling embarrassed to put her hand up in class, she was falling behind. Since Sarahlynn has been working with her, she has gone up a Math set and has become noticeably more relaxed in social settings. We couldn’t be more proud."