Therapeutic Storytelling with Edel Lawlor 10.10.26

In this workshop, Edel will share her approach to writing therapeutic stories and demonstrate how to extend them through creative activities such as art, puppetry, play, and imaginative exploration. She will also explore significant stories and storytelling approaches used by innovators and experts in the field. Together, participants and Edel will take a deep dive into the beautiful process of creating and using stories therapeutically. The day will include plenty of practical ideas, inspiration, and opportunities to develop your own storytelling skills.
  • Saturday, October 10, 2026
  • 10am-5:00pm
  • Live Online Training Event
Book Now: €120.00

About The Training

As a child and adolescent psychotherapist Edel Lawlor has been writing therapeutic stories for many years to help children understand their emotions, process difficult experiences, and discover their own strengths. Storytelling offers a gentle and creative way to connect with children, giving them language, hope, and new perspectives.

During the day we will explore:

  • The Therapeutic use of Folklore and fairy tales
  • Eileen Prendiville’s “Therapeutic Touchstone” story
  • Stories to support children in making sense of their world
  • Writing therapeutic stories
  • Lessons from Nancy Davis
  • Creating psychoeducational stories for children
  • Developing your voice for story telling
  • Practical activities, discussions and creative activities throughout the da

This training is suitable for trainee and qualified play therapists, psychotherapists, counsellors, expressive and creative arts therapists, psychologists, and other mental health professionals working within the range of psychotherapeutic modalities with clients of all ages.

Non-refundable booking deposit of €50. Full fee is non-refundable in the event of cancellations within 14 days of the course. You can nominate another person to attend in your place..

Materials & Resources Needed
  • Sound cancelling headset or confidential room to participate in – the content is not suitable for children.
  • a computer or other suitable device (e.g. i pad), ideally with built in (or external) microphone and camera. Participants will be asked to keep their camera on during the training.
  • Uninterrupted Wi-Fi connection
Our Distinguished Trainer
Edel Lawlor
Lecturer
Edel is the founder and Director of Expressive play, a child and adolescent therapy centre. Edel has over 20 years experience working in a variety of therapeutic support roles with both children and adults. Edel has an a MA in Psychotherapy and Play Therapy and has also trained in Sandplay Therapy, Art Therapy, Puppetry and Social Care. She has a unique blend of experience in a variety of roles i...
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Certificate of Attendance for CPD Purposes

All participants will receive a CTC Certificate of Attendance after the training.

 

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