The second in a series of training workshops gets underway on Tuesday, May 16 at the Flamboyant Hotel. A total of 21 participants from Government Ministries, statutory bodies and non-governmental
organisations have enrolled in the three day Workshop.

The first in the series on basic counselling skills was conducted in November 2005 for 13 participants, all of whom are registered in this second workshop, which is at the intermediate level.

Like the first Workshop, this one is being facilitated by Dr. Adele Jones, Professor and Acting Head of the UWI Department of Behavioral Sciences, and UWI Professor Ms. Michele Sogren.

The training takes the form of an “experiential workshop” in which participants learn about specific theories and techniques used in counselling, as well as develop skills through practical application and
exercises. This includes interviewing, communication and needs assessment, as well as being able to use ‘self’ more consciously and reflectively in the counselling process.

This series of workshops is part of efforts by the ARD Department of Social Recovery to enhance counselling services that help to address psychological and emotional issues within the Grenadian society.