Exploring Child Sexual Abuse in the Family Environment using a Trauma Informed Approach

Responding with Sensitivity. Acting with Confidence.

Child sexual abuse within the family or trusted circle is one of the most challenging and hidden forms of harm. This trauma-informed, one-day course supports professionals to respond safely, compassionately, and effectively when concerns arise.

You will explore

  • The complex dynamics of abuse within families or caregiving relationships
  • How sexual trauma may shape a child’s behaviour, communication, and disclosure
  • Recognising subtle signs and patterns of concern using Indicator Toolkits to assist in assessment and referral
  • Minimising re-traumatisation in assessments and interventions
  • Explore the barriers to disclosure and strategies for communication
  • Understand the emotional impact on children and protective caregivers
  • Exploring the road to recovery for families and how we can assist in the journey
  • Strengthen multi-agency responses and safeguarding interventions

What you will take away:

  • Practice toolkits
  • Handbook

Designed for:

Professionals working with children and families, including:

  • Social workers and family support practitioners
  • Education staff and designated safeguarding leads
  • Health professionals (GPs, HVs, school nurses)
  • Police, youth justice, and early help teams
  • Mental health and therapeutic practitioners
  • Voluntary, community and faith sector staff

Client Feedback

“Thank You so much for this, it has been very interesting & useful.”

“Fantastic training well informative. I liked the delivery style.”

“Fantastic session, going to share a lot with my team :)”

“Really fab training, so many useful things to take away, I have learnt a lot.”

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