Taking a strengths-based approach to ACEs

• An understanding of key research into early adversity
• Practical resources and tools to support healing and resilience
• An understanding of what we can do to support children and young people in managing the symptoms of, and healing from, adversity.

“Mary-anne is a very inspirational educator, I really enjoyed today’s training and her openness about her own life experiences.”

Pens, paper and curiosity

Mary-anne is a care-experienced teacher, trainer and speaker. Combining lived experience and psychology, Mary-anne works to support a deeper understanding of, and improved outcomes for, children and young people in care. Her ‘feelings-focused’ work has supported the longevity of placements, halting unplanned endings and contributed to changing narratives of what it means to be care experienced.

Mary-anne’s work educates on themes of connection, identity, and strengths-based, therapeutic care, on subjects such as language, recordings, childhood trauma, transitions and the care journey. From decision-makers and team leaders to foster careers, practitioners and more, Mary-anne’s work is transformative for anyone working with and around children and young people in care.

• You will receive a zoom link to access the live classroom at least 48 hours before the live classroom takes place.
• Our Live Classrooms are delivered via Zoom. If you haven’t used Zoom before, or need a refresher, take a look at this guidance. If you are planning on attending via a work device, to ensure access is not blocked you may need to seek permission in advance.

• Already a member? This Live Classroom is included in Creative Life Story Work members’ 12 free events per year.
• Not yet a member? This Live Classroom costs £50 for non-members.
• Interested in becoming a member? Find out about becoming a member here.

This Live Classroom is now fully booked. If you would like to join the waiting list, please email Freya at creativelifestorywork@wearebluecabin.com who will let you know if a space becomes available.