Little Ears, Big Feelings: Navigating Tough Talks with Children

This one-day course is designed to help practitioners build meaningful connections with children and young people while developing the skills and confidence to deliver difficult information in a sensitive and age-appropriate way. Course Aims: - Create a supportive environment for sharing difficult news - Learn strategies for preparing, delivering, and following up on tough conversations - Understand developmental stages and how they affect a child’s ability to process information - Explore how experiences shape emotional expression and communication - Gain insight into legal considerations and children’s varied responses - Practice using tools such as Winston’s Wish, Mary Corrigan’s Tools for Talking about Feelings, and the SPIKES protocol - Develop questioning techniques and emotional support strategies Who should attend: Ideal for professionals in social care, education, health, and therapeutic roles.