Why?
A 2-day experiential workshop that will introduce you to the ideas and practices of Open Dialogue, ideal for those wanting to understand more about the approach and get a felt-sense of what it can offer. Highlighted as an exemplar of good practice by the World Health Organisation, this is an ideal opportunity to learn more about this exciting and ultimately human approach to mental health care.
When?
We are running this workshop twice.
9am – 5pm on the 17 & 18 December 2025 (online), book online at https://www.tixtree.com/e/introducing-open-dialogue-a-2-day-experiential-workshop-8f1a2aa52024
9am – 5pm on the 12 & 13 February 2026 (online), book online at https://www.tixtree.com/e/introducing-open-dialogue-a-2-day-experiential-workshop-0631fab9da56
About the workshop
This participatory workshop explores core skills underpinning the Open Dialogue approach, such as listening, responding and reflecting, and invites participants into dialogues that provide an opportunity to try these out and get an embodied sense of what they feel like.
We look at the original context in which Open Dialogue originated – Western Lapland – and some of the developments that have happened as it spread to different countries and contexts. We provide an overview of some of the research into the approach and the outcomes that have sparked the interest of so many people, especially for those with a diagnosis of psychosis (although Open Dialogue is an approach to many different forms of mental health crises).
All attendees will receive a certificate of attendance on completion of the course, and access to an online resource pack including slides and relevant articles.
Who?
This workshop is suitable for anyone wishing to learn more about Open Dialogue. People with Lived Experience (personal or as a supporter) are welcome, as are those who come from professional backgrounds – in health services, social care, community and the voluntary sector
Fees
£200: Standard (if an organisation is able to fund your place)
£150: Reduced (if you are self-funding)
PWYC: Pay What You Can Afford places. For those unable to afford the self-funding fee and meet their basic needs. We have a limited number of PWYC places available for each course. These are allocated on a first come first served basis through our ticketing site.
Book Your Place
17 & 18 December 2025
To book on the 12 & 13 February 2026 workshop, see: https://www.tixtree.com/e/introducing-open-dialogue-a-2-day-experiential-workshop-0631fab9da56