The Garden: Train the Facilitator Therapeutic Program

Learning Mode

Face to Face

Location

SA

Duration

1 Day

Course Overview

This workshop trains facilitators to deliver The Garden Group Program which is an evidence-based program for parents and infants/toddlers (ages 0-4), focusing on therapeutic play and shared activities such as movement, art and exploring the natural environment. The workshop teaches specific activities with strategies for enhancing attunement and attachment to build positive parent-child connections.

Who Should Attend 

Practitioners interested in facilitation of therapeutic child-led group programs and early childhood professionals. 

What You Will Learn 

  • Facilitation skills for The Garden Program activities 
  • Techniques for supporting parent-child attunement 
  • Practical exercises to lead group sessions 

Why This Course Matters 

This course gives practitioners evidencebased, child-led and relational tools for strengthening parent-child connection, in families experiencing adversity. By engaging infants and toddlers in playful, attuned interactions, practitioners support parents to nurture their children’s development and help them heal from the impacts of trauma.  

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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. 

Contact us to discuss delivery options.

Upcoming Workshops

Date: 22 April 2026
Time: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Location: AISR, 49a Orsmond St, Hindmarsh SA 5007
Cost: $370