2026
A training day for Parents and Carers
Basingstoke
A one-day event focused on parents and carers understanding their own needs and learning strategies to look after themselves as they support a young person with their own mental health needs. The sessions will include looking at Emotional Regulation and Burnout.
Event Information
Morning session: Led by Dr Emily David, Hampshire CAMHS. When distress and emotional responses make situations challenging, how can we think clearly and avoid becoming overwhelmed?
Afternoon session: How to feel better as a parent in burnout. Led by Courtney Freedman-Thompson, Coach & Wellbeing Facilitator with lived experience. Exploring what burnout is, what contributes to it, what the signs are, how to avoid repeating the cycle. An immersive session including self care and nervous system regulation practices.
Tickets cost £25. Hampshire CAMHS charge a small fee to cover the costs of the event. There are a small number of free discretionary spaces. Please, email to request consideration: hiowh.camhsinnovations@nhs.net
Unfortunately we are unable to offer any refunds or transfers on bookings.
Tea, coffee and lunch included.
BOOKING TICKETS
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Agenda
9.00-9.30 Informal Gathering
Networking & Tea/Coffee
9.30 Welcome to the Day
Reaffirm purpose & acknowledge need
9.45 Mindfulness Exercise
Start the day calm and focussed
10.10-11.00 Emotional Regulation
Led by Dr Emily David, Hampshire CAMHS. When distress and emotional responses make situations challenging, how can we think clearly and avoid becoming overwhelmed?
11.00-11.30 Coffee/Tea & Networking
11.30- 12.30 Session 2: Values, Goals and Strengths
12.30-13.30 Lunch & Networking
13.30-15.00 How to feel better as a parent in burnout
Led by Courtney Freedman-Thompson, Coach & Wellbeing Facilitator with lived experience. Exploring what burnout is, what contributes to it, what the signs are, how to avoid repeating the cycle. An immersive session including self care and nervous system regulation practices.
15.15 Finish
Event details
Date: 30 September, 2026
Time: 9.30am – 3.15pm
Location: The Irish Centre, Council Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21 3DH
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