Managing oneself in Clinical Practice- Professionalism, Boundaries, and Referral in Psychotherapy Setting

  • Certification: IICP will issue a CPD Certificate of Attendance. CPD: 6 hours

  • QQI: N/A

  • Cost: €120.00 (15% Discount for IICP Students/ Alumni and VCS Counsellors)

    • NOTE: Summer Series Special Offer – Book any two workshops and get a third free (cannot be used in conjunction with alumni discount)

  • Date:  Sunday, 7th September 2025

  • Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm

  • Apply: Click Here to Apply Online

  • Delivery: Online via Zoom

Introduction

This workshop offers a practical and reflective exploration of how psychotherapists, particularly those in training or early in their careers, can navigate the realities of working within a clinical setting. It addresses professional identity, managing interpersonal dynamics with colleagues and managers, and recognising when to refer a client on. Emphasis will be placed on emotional regulation, ethical communication, and aligning personal values with clinical responsibilities. Drawing from supervisory experience and clinical leadership, the workshop aims to support
therapists in managing themselves with integrity and clarity within organisational structures.

Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate professional conduct and communication within multidisciplinary and hierarchical clinical settings.
2. Recognise common interpersonal and emotional challenges in organisational life and apply strategies for self-regulation and reflective engagement.
3. Identify when client presentations exceed personal competency or scope of practice, and articulate clear, ethical rationales for referral.
4. Understand the importance of supervision, collegial feedback, and team dynamics in supporting ethical and effective psychotherapeutic work.

Date

  • Sunday 7th September 2025, 9:30am – 4:30pm

Who Should Apply:

  • This workshop is for mental health practitioners who are working with/interested in learning more about trauma-informed therapy.

Certification:

  • The college will issue a certificate of attendance to those who take this workshop.
  • CPD: 6 hours

Cost:

  • €120.00 (15% Discount for IICP Students/ Alumni and VCS Counsellors)
  • This course is part of IICP’s Summer Series and eligible for our 3 for 2 offer so book any two summer series workshops and get a third one free!

    • Note: The discount for IICP Students / Alumni and VCS Counsellors cannot be used in conjunction with the 3 for 2 offer.

Venue:

  • This workshop will take place online, using software called Zoom. Participants will be sent a link to join the online platform before the course commences

Getting Started

Applications to this course are done online using the link below. If you have any queries, schedule a meeting with Dr Anna Attwood, Admissions Lead at IICP.

If you have any questions about the admissions process: the application, interview or entry requirements please schedule a meeting, and we can talk about it. https://scheduler.zoom.us/draattwood/iicp-admissions-meeting

If this is a general enquiry about our courses: please schedule an appointment with Sabrina Behan, Registry & Admissions Administrator: https://scheduler.zoom.us/sabrina-behan/general-enquiries

Thank you! We are looking forward to speaking to you about IICP.

Simply click the below button to be brought to our online application process. When prompted, please select ‘Summer Series’, then select ‘Managing oneself in Clinical Practice- Professionalism, Boundaries, and Referral in Psychotherapy Setting 2025’ option and complete the form.

Online Application Form

If you have any trouble at any stage of the application please click here to get in touch and we will be happy to help.

About the Programme Facilitator

Pearl Brock
Pearl Brock
Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy, BA in Integrative Counselling and
Psychotherapy.
Pearl is an integrative psychotherapist, who began her journey working theologically
with the Church of Ireland with a diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy in 2003,
Pearl holds a first in a BA in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from IICP,
where she now lectures on several modules and has taught on the Certificate
Programme.
Her interests lean towards research and education in Mental Health and is an
advocate for Trans Youth, working extensively in this area.
Pearl Lectures internationally as a guest lecturer and has a busy private practice.
Pearl works from a Jungian stance incorporating lifespan stages and analytical theories into her teachings. Pearl has trained with the Jung Center in Ireland, is a member of APPCCA, IACP and a founding member of Irish Association of Psychodynamic Psychotherapists.