Workshop: Strategies for Engaging Young Children and Families in Crisis

API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this workshop for professionals who work with young children and families in crisis to understand how adversity and trauma affect the body, mind and relationships in early childhood

Working with young children and families in crisis can be both challenging and deeply meaningful. This workshop will support professionals in understanding how adversity and trauma affect the body, mind and relationships in early childhood. Through case examples and practical tools, participants will explore ways to engage families with sensitivity, strengthen children’s capacity for emotional regulation, and partner with caregivers to create safe, supportive environments. The session will also highlight strategies for maintaining professional resilience and well-being while supporting families through difficult experiences.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Explain how trauma affects the brain, body, and behaviour
• Recognise how trauma influences young children’s development and family life
• Apply practical tools for trauma-informed communication and assessment
• Support children’s self-regulation and guide caregivers in doing the same
• Strengthen self-awareness and self-care practices to prevent vicarious trauma

Who Should Attend

• Community professionals working with children or families with young children (e.g., counsellors, therapists, social workers, support workers, medical professionals)
• Educators and youth workers interested in mitigating the impact of crisis and trauma on families
• Individuals with a personal or professional interest in crisis and trauma
• Anyone seeking to develop practical engagement skills for working with children and families in crisis

About the Speakers

Joseph has worked in the social service sector for more than 20 years. In his time as a social worker and head of a Family Service Centre, he witnessed the impact that conflictual family relationships, addictions, and financial difficulties on family life. He also headed a Family Resource Centre and supported ex-offenders in their rehabilitation journeys. From 2016 to 2018, he chaired the Family Violence Work Group in the Ang Mo Kio Region. He is a registered social worker with the Singapore Association of Social Workers.

Eileen is an early childhood leader with specialised training in crisis support for young children. She has taught across all age groups and advanced to training and mentoring leaders from diverse backgrounds. With more than 15 years of experience in curriculum, quality assurance, and trauma-informed practice, Eileen has supported educators and families in Singapore and Southeast Asia. She is recognised for combining deep compassion with high professional standards, inspiring others to build resilience in children and families facing crisis.

Registration

Please register using this FORM.

CLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 27 Nov 2025

NOTE:

1. Your place in the workshop will only be secured when payment is received.
2. Payment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the workshop.
3. Please note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the workshop. However, your place on the workshop can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.
4. Please contact the organiser for more enquiries.