Foundations of Inclusive Client Work

An online workshop for helping professionals on creating safer and more inclusive client encounters

Everyone is welcome in my practice. But is that also your clients’ experience?

Many helping and guidance professionals strive to meet their clients with respect, curiosity and fairness. Yet inclusive practice can raise important questions: What should I know? What questions are appropriate to ask? How can I avoid making assumptions or unintentionally causing harm?

Foundations of Inclusive Client Work is an online workshop designed to help professionals develop inclusive and affirming ways of working with diverse clients. Drawing on research, practical examples, group discussion and reflective exercises, the workshop offers both knowledge and concrete tools for building safer and more inclusive client relationships.

By the end of the workshop, you will have a clearer understanding of what inclusive practice means in your own professional context and how to incorporate it into your everyday work.

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This workshop is particularly suitable for:

  • (psycho)therapists
  • coaches
  • supervisors and workplace supervisors
  • social and healthcare professionals
  • educators and professionals working in learning environments
  • other helping and guidance professionals

    No prior DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) or equality-related training is required.

After completing the workshop, you will be able to:

  • identify assumptions and attitudes that may influence your client work
  • evaluate your own practice through an inclusivity lens
  • discuss diversity and difference with greater confidence and ease
  • create safer and more inclusive client encounters
  • develop your practice through a concrete personal Inclusive Practice Plan (individual feedback provided by Rose)
  • reach and serve a broader range of clients
  • learn alongside peers and share experiences with other professionals

Remember: Making mistakes and learning from them are part of the process. The goal is not perfection, but continuous growth and development.

Workshop format

KThe workshop consists of two online sessions, with a short reflection assignment between them.

The sessions include:

  • research-based insights and short presentations
  • facilitated discussion
  • reflective exercises
  • small-group work
  • practical applications to your own client practice

To ensure confidentiality and create a safe learning environment, the sessions will not be recorded.

Upcoming workshop dates

  • Thursday 15 October 2026, 5:00-7:00 PM (EET) & Thursday 29 October 2026, 5:00-7:00 PM (EET) (N.B. language Finnish)
  • The workshop comprises both sessions
  • Registration closes on 8 October 2026, or when all places have been filled

Places are limited. Maximum 25 participants.

Investment

345 € + VAT

Discounts:

  • 10% discount for members of the Finnish Brief Therapy Association (valid until the end of 2026)
  • 10% discount for participants who bring a friend or colleague
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Individual Inclusive Practice Consultation

In addition to the workshop, you can book a one-to-one consultation session focusing on your own practice, questions and professional development goals.

This consultation is suitable if you would like to:

  • discuss challenging client situations confidentially
  • deepen your inclusive practice skills
  • receive feedback on your current approaches and materials
  • create a tailored development plan for your work
  • continue exploring themes that emerged during the workshop

Sessions are available online or in person in the Helsinki metropolitan area.

€195 / 50 minutes (+ possible travel expenses)

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Who is the trainer?

I’m Rose-Marie Peake, PhD, Title of Docent, and trainer.

I specialise in the history of minorities as well as inclusive research, teaching, and guidance. I have over 15 years of academic experience as a researcher, teacher, and supervisor, along with several years of experience in DEI training, facilitation, and developing inclusive practices.

My background also includes extensive experience in peer support and facilitating groups within LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as working with a brief therapy approach.

My training combines research-based knowledge, practical tools, and an engaging, discussion-based approach.

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Would you like to strengthen your skills in inclusive encounters and create safer client interactions?

Sign up or ask for more information:
info@rosemariepeake.fi

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