The APT Hub for Mental Health Professionals' Development

'Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE)' is a 6-hour self-paced course from the Association for Psychological Therapies (APT), a leading provider of training for professionals working in mental health and related areas in the UK and Ireland. It is the only Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE) training that is APT-accredited and also gives you access to APT’s relevant downloadable resources for use post-course. The course is available 'online anytime' for both teams and individuals.   Course overview: ‘Psychologically Informed Environments’ is a concept that originated in the context of working with marginalised people, especially the homeless, and, because of the importance of the key ideas, it has evolved into something that applies in a very wide range of workplaces, including hospitals, mental health facilities, schools and universities, offices, and more. The key ideas are: 1. Developing ‘a psychological framework’. In a mental health facility, this might be quite a sophisticated positive approach, such as the RAID philosophy. In an office, it might be to be kind and supportive of each other and yet efficient. In other places, it might be something quite different, and we show you how to identify what might work best for you. 2. The physical environment and social spaces. Superficially, the design of the physical environment might itself appear to be superficial, but it is not: the physical environment immediately conveys a lot about how the organisation cares for those in it, by its original design and how well or badly it is maintained. 3. Staff training and support. It is a defining feature of a PIE that staff understand why they are doing what they do and how best to sustain it. Many workplaces can be very demanding, and so a PIE pays attention to staff wellbeing, through reflective practice, supervision, and ongoing development. We look at how to create a culture where staff feel safe, valued and resourced – and therefore are at their best. 4. Managing relationships. At the heart of any psychologically informed approach is the understanding that relationships are central. So, in a PIE, relationships are handled deliberately rather than by chance. A PIE also pays attention to relationships within the organisation (between colleagues, teams, and management), recognising that modelling respectful, authentic, and restorative relationships is key to achieving them externally. 5. Evaluation of outcomes. Part of the strength of PIE lies in noticing and understanding what is working and what needs adjusting. That may involve formal outcome measures, qualitative feedback, staff reflection logs, or simply noticing meaningful changes of any sort. A PIE evolves through thoughtful evaluation of these observations, ensuring the environment genuinely supports the people and purpose it is designed to achieve. So this is what the course covers, with encouragement at each stage for you to apply the concepts to your own workplace, wherever that is. PIE thinking is not reserved for specialist services; it is a way of understanding how any environment can shape experience, behaviour, and wellbeing. The course equips you to look at your own context with fresh eyes — what is already helpful, what might be refined, and how relevant psychological principles can be made real, practical and supportive day-to-day.   What you receive as a result of attending the training: You will be registered as having attended the course and receive a certificate of completion. This gives you APT accreditation in PIE, and access to the relevant resources to help you implement PIE thinking subsequently.   Bookings: To access the course straightaway, click ‘add to cart’ to purchase by card or PayPal. (If you are ordering the course for somebody else, or a group, create an account and select ‘Bulk Purchase’ once you have proceeded to cart.) If you would like to be invoiced please click here (once the invoice has been paid or upon receipt of an official Purchase Order, we can then grant access to the course). Read more

All clinicians want to provide patients with the maximum benefit, but many are acutely aware that while they are providing one person with the best they can offer, they are providing ten or more others with nothing at all. And that clearly isn’t equitable, either for the patients concerned or for the clinician, who often feels frustrated and under pressure as a result. This course is designed to illustrate that there is a realistic solution to the dilemma and that a single session input can be surprisingly effective and rewarding, both for patients and clinicians. Appropriately for busy clinicians, this is a suitably short course! The APT has mastered the delivery of Single Session Therapy training 'online anytime'; providing top class training you can access right now or any time that suits you. No longer do you have to wait for 'the start date' of the course. "Really good to be given reassurance that this form of therapy can be the most appropriate and the skills to deliver this to a high standard." Single Session Therapy (SST) training from the Association for Psychological Therapies (APT), includes APT accreditation, certification, and resources. And the APT has perfected the art of delivering it in a way that makes it appear simple and easy to apply. "I found this course to be very helpful. SST will definitely be a new tool I will use in my role and be very beneficial to service users as well as the efficiency of the service. I feel more confident in some aspects of my role due to this training." With a wealth of clinical experience, Dr William Davies presents the course with relevant examples and an engaging lightness which perfectly complements the power of the subject.   "Very much enjoyed this training ... the best external training provider I have experienced in the last few years." This course gives you a thorough introduction to Single Session Therapy, it is APT-accredited, and gives you access to important resources for you to use post-course. For further information on the format of APT online training, the APT’s guarantee to you, and how to make a group booking, click here.   Bookings: To access the course straightaway, click ‘add to cart’ to purchase by card or PayPal. (If you are ordering the course for somebody else, or a group, create an account and select ‘Bulk Purchase’ once you have proceeded to cart.) If you would like to be invoiced please click here (once the invoice has been paid or upon receipt of an official Purchase Order, we can then grant access to the course). Read more

This course aims to introduce you to the principles of SFT/SFBT in a way that gives you a firm grasp of them and enables you to use them in a safe and helpful way. You should become at home with the approach which is often seen as a 'breath of fresh air' both to client and professional, looking to empower their clients and help them find effective solutions for problems, rather than being sucked further and further into analysing and discussing the problem itself. The APT has mastered the delivery of SFT/SFBT training 'online anytime'; providing top class training you can access right now or any time that suits you. No longer do you have to wait for 'the start date' of the course. "This course gives clear explanation and examples of SF therapy. The materials are provided in small easily palatable chunks for better absorption and presented in logical manner. The exercises given, while optional, are very helpful to reflect on what we have learned and how we can apply it in real life situation." Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFT/SFBT) training from the Association for Psychological Therapies (APT), includes APT accreditation, certification, and resources. And the APT has perfected the art of delivering it in a way that makes it appear simple and easy to apply. "Great training, really interesting and well structured." With a wealth of clinical experience, Dr William Davies presents the course with relevant stories and examples of using SFT and an engaging lightness which perfectly complements the positive, constructive and empowering nature of the therapy.   "I have thoroughly enjoyed this course. The way in which is was delivered was excellent and I feel I've learnt a lot. Thank you!" This course gives you a thorough introduction to SFT/SFBT, it is APT-accredited, and gives you access to important resources for you to use post-course. Whether you simply want to broaden your knowledge or become a committed SFT practitioner, this course is for you. The course can be studied by teams or individuals and can also be completed as part of The APT Diploma in Psychological Therapies. For further information on the format of APT online training, the APT’s guarantee to you, and how to make a group booking, click here.   Bookings: To access the course straightaway, click ‘add to cart’ to purchase by card or PayPal. (If you are ordering the course for somebody else, or a group, create an account and select ‘Bulk Purchase’ once you have proceeded to cart.) If you would like to be invoiced please click here (once the invoice has been paid or upon receipt of an official Purchase Order, we can then grant access to the course). Read more

Personality Disorder causes distress both to the individual concerned and those around them, yet is so poorly understood even by professionals that the term 'Personality Disorder' is sometimes used as little more than a term of abuse for patients who have consistently frustrated those who are trying to help them. The ADDRESS® Course is designed to provide delegates with (a) a proper understanding of personality disorder and (b) professional and effective ways of responding to the most difficult behaviours that people with personality disorder produce, and (c) a clear and systematic sequence of steps to consistently deliver successful treatment interventions. The APT has mastered the delivery of training 'online anytime'; providing top class training you can access right now or any time that suits you. No longer do you have to wait for 'the start date' of the course. "The course was fantastic, it was so interesting and relevant to the service users I work with." Personality Disorder training from the Association for Psychological Therapies (APT), includes APT accreditation, certification, and resources. And the APT has perfected the art of delivering it in a way that makes it appear simple and easy to apply. "An excellent course that all staff should attend." With a wealth of clinical experience, the course has been written by Dr William Davies and presented by Dr Martin Horler, who presents the course with relevant stories and examples, and an engaging lightness which perfectly complements the power of the subject. "Probably the best training I have received in the past 20 years." The ADDRESS® Course gives you access to important resources for you to use post-course. It can be studied by teams or individuals and can also be completed as part of (a) the Extended Training in CBT course, (b) The APT Diploma in Working with common mental health diagnoses, or (c) The APT Diploma for working in Secure Psychiatric and Forensic Settings. For further information on the format of APT online training, the APT’s guarantee to you, and how to make a group booking, click here.   Bookings: To access the course straightaway, click ‘add to cart’ to purchase by card or PayPal. (If you are ordering the course for somebody else, or a group, create an account and select ‘Bulk Purchase’ once you have proceeded to cart.) Alternatively, click here to request an invoice (once the invoice has been paid or upon receipt of an official Purchase Order, we can then grant access to the course). Read more

PTSD is an unusual and often devastating clinical phenomenon, with distressing symptoms and the ability to apparently change the personality of the person displaying it. Clinicians can be at a loss for how to respond to it, and may feel frustrated that their established clinical skills, which work well in other conditions, seem to be redundant with PTSD. This course is for clinicians who need to know about PTSD, how to help patients initially lessen the symptoms of it, then process the trauma, and ultimately head towards growing and developing post-trauma. The APT has mastered the delivery of TF-CBT training 'online anytime'; providing top class training you can access right now or any time that suits you. No longer do you have to wait for 'the start date' of the course. "I really enjoyed the course and feel that I have learnt a lot and feel enthusiastic about using my newly acquired skills within my practice." Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), for all ages training from the Association for Psychological Therapies (APT), includes APT accreditation, certification, and resources. And the APT has perfected the art of delivering it in a way that makes it appear simple and easy to apply. "Great training, really interesting and well structured." With a wealth of clinical experience, Dr William Davies presents the course with relevant stories and examples of using TF-CBT and an engaging lightness which perfectly complements the radical nature of the therapy.   "I am delighted by this course. Dr Davies and his dry wit have been wonderful companions. Will buy and undertake others." This course gives you a thorough introduction to TF-CBT, it is APT-accredited, and gives you access to important resources for you to use post-course. Whether you simply want to broaden your knowledge or become a committed TF-CBT practitioner, this course is for you. The course can be studied by individuals or whole teams and organizations. The Association for Psychological Therapies (APT) is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for Psychologists and this course leads to 18 CE credits* For further information on the format of APT online training, the APT’s guarantee to you, and how to make a group booking, click here.   Bookings: To access the course straightaway, click ‘add to cart’ to purchase by card or PayPal. (If you are ordering the course for somebody else, or a group, create an account and select ‘Bulk Purchase’ once you have proceeded to cart.) If you would like to be invoiced please click here (once the invoice has been paid or upon receipt of an official Purchase Order, we can then grant access to the course). Read more

**This refresher course is only available to those that have completed ACT Essentials' and are wanting to refresh their knowledge and renew their APT Accreditation.** ACT moves away from focusing too closely on ‘symptom reduction’ towards teaching how to live in a stable and rewarding way. So it teaches how to get in touch with your values, how to act in accordance with them, how to be aware of ‘the you that is always there’, how to see your passing thoughts and feelings for just that, how to accept thoughts and feelings you don’t like without over-struggling with them, and so how to live mainly in the present. The APT has mastered the delivery of ACT training 'online anytime'; providing top class training you can access right now or any time that suits you. No longer do you have to wait for 'the start date' of the course. "I really enjoyed the course and feel that I have learnt a lot and feel enthusiastic about using my newly acquired skills within my practice." Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) training from the Association for Psychological Therapies (APT), includes APT accreditation, certification, and resources. And the APT has perfected the art of delivering it in a way that makes it appear simple and easy to apply. "Great training, really interesting and well structured." With a wealth of clinical experience, Dr William Davies presents the course with relevant stories and examples of using ACT and an engaging lightness which perfectly complements the radical nature of the therapy.   "I am delighted by this course. Dr Davies and his dry wit have been wonderful companions. Will buy and undertake others." This course gives you a thorough introduction to ACT, it is APT-accredited, and gives you access to important resources for you to use post-course. Whether you simply want to broaden your knowledge or become a committed ACT practitioner, this course is for you. The course can be studied by teams or individuals and can also be completed as part of The APT Diploma in Psychological Therapies. Click Add to Cart or, for further information on the format of APT online training, the APT’s guarantee to you, and how to make a group booking, click here. Read more