Working with Passivity and Apathy

We’ll begin by exploring the underlying function of passive or apathetic presentations, and consider how to identify and engage with them in a compassionate, effective way. From there, we’ll look at practical strategies to help shift the dynamic — allowing the therapy to deepen and become more collaborative.

We encounter clinical presentations that challenge our theory, touch our own histories, and test our capacity to remain regulated and relational. The Clinically Complex workshop series is a chance to slow down, explore the roots of difficult presentations, and expand your toolkit for supporting clients with depth and safety.

Led by therapist, supervisor and trainer Ben Groves, each 2-hour online workshop will explore a specific area of clinical complexity, combining theoretical insight with grounded, practical interventions.