Conversations at the Kitchen Table - Australian Institute of Social Relations

Learning Mode

Face to Face

Location

Duration

2 Days

Course Overview

Course Overview

An interactive two-day workshop that builds confidence and skill in holding therapeutic conversations — especially with parents and carers — to strengthen family connection and support child wellbeing.

Who Should Attend

Frontline workers, case managers and family support practitioners.

What You Will Learn

Therapeutic communication principles

Strategies to support emotion regulation and connection

Practical exercises for real-world conversations

What the Course Involves

Reflective practice and scenario work intended to translate learning into applied skills.

Why This Course Matters

Effective communication with families supports stronger relationships, practical problem-solving and positive change.

Related Short Courses

Introduction to Narrative Approaches to Responding to Families and YP affected by Trauma

Connected Parenting

Child Focused Practice

Working Better with Nunga Kids

Responding to Disclosures of Child Sexual Abuse

Tailored Workshops

This course can be delivered as a tailored workshop for teams or organisations. Content can be adapted to reflect your service context, client groups and workforce needs.

Upcoming Workshops

Date: 11 & 12 August 2026
Time: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Location: AISR, 49a Orsmond St, Hindmarsh SA 5007
Cost: $370

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Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the cultural, spiritual and economic sovereignty of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We understand that the ongoing violation of this sovereignty continues to harm Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s relationships, health, wellbeing and aspirations.

We are committed to strengthening the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.

We recognise that respecting and nurturing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities is a benefit for all Australians.

We especially honour the Kaurna Elders of the Adelaide Plains and the Elders of the River Murray and Mallee Region, which includes: Ngaiawang, Ngawait, Nganguruku, Erawirung, Ngintait, Ngaraite, Ngarkat and small parts of Maraura and Daanggali, and Elders of Barngarla Country in the Far North and Boandik Land in Mount Gambier, upon whose country Relationships Australia South Australia offices are located.

As educators we recognise the Ancient Universities and ways of knowing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples have existed for millennia, and we respect and honour First Nations expertise.