Accredited Training

Couples Who Separate 'Under One Roof'

Date/time
To be confirmed – expressions of interest welcome.
Price
Available on enquiry.
Location
Offered online or face-to-face

Course overview

Support families navigating the challenges of shared living after separation

When couples separate but remain under the same roof, the emotional and practical complexities can be significant for all involved. This specialised workshop equips practitioners with evidence-based strategies to help clients manage these unique dynamics with sensitivity and expertise. You’ll learn how to foster safe environments, facilitate constructive communication, and uphold the best interests of both parents and children throughout this challenging transition. Gain the skills to support families facing financial, housing, or parenting pressures, while effectively addressing conflict and establishing healthy boundaries that promote lasting well-being.

Who should attend

This workshop is designed for professionals who specialise in family conflict resolution and want to strengthen their expertise in managing cases where couples remain living together post-separation. It is particularly valuable for:

  • Individual counsellors and couples counsellors
  • Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs)
  • Mediators, psychologists, and social workers support separating families
  • Practitioners working in community, family law, and relationship services

Course structure

In this workshop, you will learn to apply the foundational theories and principles of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy as an effective therapeutic model. You’ll develop practical skills to use solution-focused approaches and techniques to facilitate meaningful change for clients. Additionally, you’ll gain insight into when and how to integrate elements of this model appropriately within your practice.

About the presenters

Cath Tregillis is a highly experienced Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) with specialist qualifications in both dispute resolution and family therapy. Over her career, she has worked extensively across community organisations as a manager, clinical supervisor, and trainer. Cath has facilitated mediation and restorative processes in a wide range of contexts, including family, community, and workplace settings.

Currently, she is a respected trainer and assessor within Relationships Australia Victoria’s Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) and mediation training programs, where she brings her deep knowledge and practical expertise to developing the next generation of practitioners.

Enrolment and course access

When you register, you’ll be directed to our secure payment gateway to complete your enrolment. Once confirmed, you will gain access to our Learning Management System (Moodle), containing workshop materials, resources, and login details.

Please note:

  • Registrations close 48 hours before the event
  • Payment is required a minimum of 2 business days prior to the workshop. If paying by invoice, proof of payment must be provided at least 24 hours before the event


Training Workshops Cancellation Statement [PDF, 1MB]

Technical requirements

To participate in the online workshop, you’ll need access to:

  • A desktop or laptop computer
  • Reliable internet connection
  • Headphones (recommended)
  • Microphone and speakers
  • A built-in or external webcam

Contact us

For further details or questions, please contact our Centre for Learning and Innovation:

Relationships Australia Victoria acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners of the lands and waterways of Australia. We support Aboriginal people’s right to self-determination and culturally safe services.

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