Sharing Your Story with Appropriate Disclosure

This course will run on  January 18th from 12PM-3PM

As a lived experienced professional, we know that personal disclosure creates rapport and supports individuals seeking services, yet it can be a challenge to find the appropriate balance. This class will create self-awareness and provide practical methods for the professional Peer worker to create a balance of sharing your story as needed for the individuals benefit.

AT THE END OF THIS 3-HOUR COURSE, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:

• Identify   the various benefits of sharing personal stories, including reducing stigma   and providing hope.
• Gain   insights into structuring a narrative that highlights personal growth and   transformation.
• Review   the unique boundaries and ethical risks for a lived experience professional
• Identify   how to stay in scope and work as part of an integrated care team
• Ensure   the members best interests are upheld while providing services
• Sharing   appropriate length/content for healing
• Gain practical tips for sharing personal stories effectively and publicly..