Human Givens College - The Therapeutic Power of Language – a psychotherapy skills masterclass

Educational psychologists know that change often begins with conversation. The words you choose in consultations, feedback meetings and reports can unlock possibilities. The Therapeutic Power of Language from Human Givens College is designed to sharpen this crucial professional skill. 

The course explores how language influences attention, emotion and behaviour, drawing on psychological research and practical therapeutic techniques. You will learn how to reframe difficulties, reduce defensiveness, build motivation and guide solution-focused dialogue with parents, teachers and young people. 

For EPs, the impact is immediate. By understanding how subtle shifts in wording can calm anxiety, interrupt negative thinking patterns and strengthen self-belief, you enhance both individual casework and systemic influence. 

The course also deepens your ability to promote resilience in children and adults, helping others move from problem-saturated narratives to constructive action. 

In a profession where influence is central to impact, mastering therapeutic language sets you apart. Harness the power of language to create meaningful, lasting change across educational settings. 

• Accredited CPD: 12 hours
• Length 2 days (9:30am - 4:00pm)
• Tutor: Dr Gareth Hughes
• Price: £440 per person - includes lunch, refreshments and course notes

Dates and venues: 

Bristol: 

Mon 13th & Tues 14th July 2026 

London: 

Mon 18th & Tues 19th May 2026 

Tues 3rd & Wed 4th Nov 2026 

Limited spaces - to maximise your learning, we only have 24 places available per date.