Solution Focused Therapy Training
The team came back in to a meeting 2 days later raving about it. Most had used it in their practice the next day. In the network meeting they said they felt it ought to be compulsory for all mentors. I will be in touch to book further training for next year. Thanks once again
Lead Learning Mentor for Excellence in Cities in Northampton
I have used Eileen Murphy Consultants as a change agent for social workers and their
managers to divert young people from the care system. Eileen Murphy developed the
approach when I was Director of Housing and Social Services in Sutton and I
re-engaged her to work on similar issues on the Isle of Wight. In both cases
her approach made a significant difference to the numbers of young people
going into public care.
On the Isle of Wight we have reduced the numbers in public care by 12% in 2 years against a national trend of rising numbers. Much of this reversal I put down to the effectiveness of Eileen’s training and teaching. The Isle of Wight has established itself as a 2 star authority after a failed Joint review in 1999. The SSI have determined we are serving
most children well and have promising prospects for improvement. I would
have no hesitation in recommending Eileen Murphy Consultants for work in this
area.
Director of Social Services & Housing for Isle of Wight Council in Isle of Wight
Thank you very much for the workshops at the Engaging Parents, Working with Diversity Conferences. They proved a great success as you will see from the snippets of feedback below:
Team Member for Trust for the Study of Adolescence in Brighton
The Prevention & Intervention training was received enthusiastically by Bracknell Forest children’s teams who are now using their skills in everyday situations
with the children and families they work with.
The training has changed our way of thinking and shifted the emphasis from problem solving to looking at change and possibilities.
The training was fun and very well presented and the next “batch” of social workers are waiting eagerly to complete the training.
The following comments were made by various attendees of the course.
“Yet another useful tool, the charts and visuals have helped me focus on what needs to change, not on what has gone wrong”
“It focused on strengths and possibilities”
“Very useful, I have been able to use the various tools in many different ways”
“It focused on language which is important, the presenters were knowledgeable and fun”
“I now use the graphics and task charts regularly and it has helped families focus more”
These were just a few of the comments – we are using the tools and have had some very good results. We are now able to offer families an alternative and by enabling them to take control – the results speak for themselves.
Manager for Bracknell Social Services
Reconfirmed that the Solution Focused Approach is highly beneficial and workable in all situations. Learnt some new strategies and feel inspired and confident to use them effectively
Learning Mentor in Middlesex
The training was brilliant – will really make a difference to my work with young people. Eileen was a joy – so enthusiastic and passionate about her work – a big thank you!
Schools Co-ordinator for Maidstone Community Support Centre
I found the training very rewarding and stimulating. The trainer has such passion it is absolutely fantastic. As a Mediator, I was delighted to discover that I was already using a lot of the techniques and skills Eileen spoke about. However I learned more and in different ways to use strategies – it was very thought provoking. I have already used the new skills and it was successful.
I believe that mediation work and SF work have so many parallels that it is essential to incorporate the brief therapy work into the general structure of mediation.
Family Neighbour Mediator for Medway Mediation
I found the training very interesting, informative and useful. The trainer was excellent – she kept my attention the whole time.
Victim Liaison Officer for Tonbridge YOT
I found the course very informative and entertaining. The trainer is a brilliant communicator and her laid back approach is very refreshing.
Mediator for West Kent Mediation
I enjoyed the day with a very good trainer. I feel positive and more confident about approaching this subject now.
Co-ordinator for MINK Mediation in Kent
