Award in Compassionate Therapy Practices Level 2

The Compassionate Therapy Practices Level 2 course offers a thorough introduction to Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and its application in therapeutic settings. Beginning with an Introduction to CFT and the Circle of Compassion, the course explores the therapist’s role in fostering a compassionate environment and Connecting with Compassionate Qualities. It delves into the Evolution of the Old vs. New Brain and the Three Circle Model of Emotion, highlighting the dynamics of the threat, drive, and safeness systems. Participants will learn principles of Operant and Respondent Conditioning, Functional Analysis of Behavior, and Social Learning to understand how behaviors develop and change.

A strong emphasis is placed on Mindfulness Practices, overcoming obstacles in mindfulness training, and the Social Shaping of the Self, with insights into Attachment History and Styles. Practical modules guide learners through Working with Self-Criticism, Extending Compassion, and therapeutic tools like Compassionate Letter Writing, Compassionate Thinking and Reasoning, and Feeling Compassion. Techniques such as Creating Safe Places, Chair Work in CFT, and the Method Acting Approach are introduced to enhance therapeutic engagement.

The course concludes with guidance on Case Formulation, equipping learners to apply CFT principles effectively in real-world scenarios. This program is ideal for those looking to integrate compassion-driven approaches into therapy and counseling.