In this one-hour practical session introduces counsellors to the core components of self-compassion—self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness—grounded in Kristin Neff’s evidence-based research. Through brief experiential exercises, reflection, and clinical application, participants will explore how to cultivate self-compassion for themselves and integrate it effectively into therapeutic work with clients to support resilience, emotional regulation, and wellbeing.

This is the first in the series of Enhancing Practice: CPD Lunch Hour a regular one-hour online training session for counsellors and therapists, designed to support high-quality, reflective professional practice.

By the end of this one-hour session, participants will be able to:

• Describe the three core components of self-compassion (self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness) as defined in Kristin Neff’s research

• Experience and reflect on at least one brief self-compassion practice suitable for personal and clinical use

• Identify common barriers to self-compassion in counselling contexts and ways to work with them

• Apply self-compassion principles to support clients with shame, self-criticism, and emotional distress

• Integrate self-compassion practices ethically and sensitively into their existing therapeutic approach

Introducing Enhancing Practice: CPD Lunch Hour

Enhancing Practice: CPD Lunch Hour is a regular one-hour online training session for counsellors and therapists, designed to support high- quality, reflective professional practice.

Each session revisits core aspects of therapeutic work through a contemporary lens, offering both timely reminders and fresh perspectives on topics central to effective, ethical practice. The focus is practical and applied, helping practitioners refine existing skills, deepen understanding, and integrate learning directly into their clinical work. Sessions are CPD-aligned and suitable for practitioners at all stages of their career, providing structured learning that contributes meaningfully to ongoing professional development — all within a convenient lunchtime format.

Participants can expect:

• Focused input on essential practice topics

• Opportunities for reflection and professional discussion

• Practice-relevant insights grounded in current thinking

• CPD-appropriate content for learning records and portfolios

Enhancing Practice: CPD Lunch Hour supports therapists to stay current, reflective, and confident in their work — one hour at a time.

Who is This Workshop Appropriate For?

• All counsellors and therapists working with clients who would benefit from self-compassion training

How May This Workshop Impact Your Practice?

• This workshop will enable participants to integrate self-compassion practices ethically and sensitively into their existing therapeutic approach

NB Times shown are CET