Working with Self-Harm
Equip Yourself with the Tools to Support, Understand, and Safeguard
Working with self-harm can be profoundly challenging and emotionally complex; not just for the individuals experiencing it, but for those supporting them. As rates of self-harm rise, particularly among young people, professionals across care, education, and therapeutic settings need effective, compassionate strategies to help.
This CPD-accredited course goes beyond awareness. It provides essential knowledge, practical tools, and real-world insights that you can apply immediately in your work with individuals who self-harm.
Why Take This Course on Working with Self-Harm?
Many people misunderstand self-harm and respond with fear, judgment, or silence. This training breaks that cycle by helping you identify the emotional drivers behind self-harm, understand its purpose, and respond with calm, safety, and compassion.
You'll explore the full cycle of self-harming behaviour, from emotional triggers to coping mechanisms, and gain strategies to support individuals in reducing and ultimately stopping self-harm.
What You'll Learn
In just 3 hours, this course will give you:
- A clear understanding of what self-harm is and what it isn't
- Insight into the psychological and emotional causes behind self-injury
- The ability to identify early warning signs and high-risk behaviours
- Techniques to support individuals without reinforcing the cycle
- A practical framework for risk assessment, safety planning, and care
- Tools to navigate conversations around suicidal ideation and mental health
- Strategies to challenge stigma and encourage positive mental health
Meet Your Trainer
The course is led by Suzanne Skeete, our Senior Mental Health Lead and Designated Safeguarding Lead. With over 17 years of hands-on experience working with individuals who self-harm, Suzanne brings compassionate guidance, deep knowledge, and proven techniques to every session.
Her mission is to ensure that practitioners like you feel equipped, not overwhelmed, when working with self-harm.
Who Should Attend?
Our Working with Self-Harm course is ideal for:
- Counsellors and psychotherapists
- Teachers, SENDCO's, DSL and school pastoral staff
- Youth workers and social care professionals
- Mental health and safeguarding officers
- Anyone working with vulnerable adults or young people
Whether you're supporting someone in crisis or want to be prepared for future situations, this training will provide you with the clarity and confidence to respond effectively and ethically.
Learning Objectives
- Understand self-sabotage and the reasons behind it
- Recognise the warning signs and behavioural patterns of self-harm
- Identify contributing factors and risk amplifiers
- Learn how to assess and manage suicidal thoughts and behaviours
- Build effective safety and care plans
- Promote open dialogue and reduce the stigma around self-harm
- Equip clients with tools for emotional regulation and recovery
Make a Lasting Difference
By the end of this course, you will understand the emotions behind self-harm and be able to provide practical, trauma-informed support to those who need it.
Join us and become more confident and capable in your work with self-harm. Book your place today.
CPD Accreditation
CPD Hours
3 CPD Hours
Course Type
Delivered Live Online Training
Or Face to Face Onsite Training
Learning Format
Live Online
Course Duration
3 Hours
The Course Includes
- 3 Hours of Live Training
- Course Materials & Supplemental Resources
- CPD Certificate
"I work a lot with young people who self-harm, and this course has given me so many tools and strategies. Really inciteful course" - Gail, Redditch
"The trainer is really knowledgeable and delivers this sensitive subject in a great way. I would recommend this course to anyone." - Patrick, Gloucester
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Ready to make a real difference?
Book your place on our Working with Self-Harm course today and gain the skills to support those who need it most. Don’t wait—start helping with confidence now!
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FAQ's
What counts as self-harm?
Self-harm refers to when a person intentionally hurts their own body. For example, using cutting or pulling out their hair.
Can self-harm cause depression?
Some demographics are at high risk of engaging in self-harming when struggling with depression.
Can self-harm scars fade away?
Everybody heals differently. Minor injuries often fade entirely after a few days. Major ones are more likely to leave a lasting mark.
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