Training & Development

At The Walnut Barn, we offer bespoke training, workshops, and lectures designed to empower individuals and teams with the skills and knowledge needed to work therapeutically. Led by Jen, a highly experienced Art Psychotherapist and educator, our training services cover a broad range of essential topics in mental health, psychotherapy, and nature-based learning.

Our Training Services

Bespoke Training

We create customized training programs tailored to meet the unique needs of your organization. Whether you work in healthcare, education, or therapeutic settings, our sessions provide hands-on, interactive learning to enhance professional development.

Workshops

We deliver engaging and interactive workshops covering key topics, including:

  • Mental Health & Psychotherapy:
    • Palliative and bereavement care, loss, and grief
    • The impact of trauma on children, young people, and adults
    • Learning disabilities and neurodiversity
    • Integrating Art Therapy and EMDR techniques
  • Education & Nature-Based Learning:
    • Nature-based learning approaches
    • Integrating farming into the curriculum
    • Key topics within psychotherapy and mental well-being

Lectures

Jen is a regular lecturer at the University of South Wales on the Masters in Art Psychotherapy and delivers specialist lectures designed to deepen professional knowledge and practice.

Past lectures have also been delivered for:

  • Hospice UK (training prison staff on working with bereavement and palliative care)
  • British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT) (regional and special interest groups in learning disabilities and bereavement/palliative care)
  • Various healthcare and educational institutions

Testimonials

“This training is amazing! it should be compulsory for all prison staff! It’s not only already had an impact on my work but also my home life.”

“Thank you so much for such an inspiring lecture yesterday, despite the subject matter, it was most uplifting, filled with hope and optimism.”

“I attended your Grief, loss and bereavement lecture and I just wanted to say how great it was. It was really informative as well as having a very human feel and the addition of the art within it was inspiring.”

Why Choose Training at The Walnut Barn?

  • Experienced & Knowledgeable: Over a decade of experience delivering training in professional settings.
  • Engaging & Interactive: Hands-on, discussion-based learning that supports real-world application.
  • Tailored to Your Needs: Designed to fit your requirements and schedule.
  • Accredited & Qualified: Led by a registered Art Psychotherapist (HCPC), qualified teacher, and clinical supervisor.

About Jen

Jen is a committed, compassionate, and highly skilled Art Psychotherapist, specializing in palliative care, bereavement, learning disabilities, neurodiversity, and children’s services. Her expertise in both therapeutic and educational settings ensures an insightful and dynamic training experience.

Booking a Training Session

Interested in arranging a workshop, lecture, or bespoke training session? Get in touch to discuss how The Walnut Barn can support your team’s learning and professional development.

What We Offer

Nature Based Learning

EMDR Therapy

Art Therapy Cornwall