The Link Centre Social Responsibility Conference
‘Belonging’ – Where did I come from and where am I going?
The second annual Link Centre Social Responsibility Conference took place on 12th July 2025. The theme invited us to explore social responsibility through the lens of Belonging. Drawing on the rich knowledge and diverse experiences within our training cohort, we came together for a day of thought-provoking discussions, workshops and community-building.
The day opened with an insightful panel discussion on the concept of Belonging and was followed by a range of interactive workshops led by trainees, tutors and guest speakers.
Our presenters, in collaboration with The Book People, have curated a special reading list for the 2025 conference. Many of these titles are available at discounted prices. View the full reading list here – SRC 2025 reading list.
The Link Centre Conference Schedule:
- 08:45 – 09:10 Registration and light breakfast
- 09:10 – 09:30 Welcome and introductions with Geoff Hopping
- 09:30 – 10:30 Panel discussion on Belonging with Will Daniel-Braham, Geoff Hoping and Nada Khader
- 10:30-11:00 Break
- 11:00 – 12:30 Workshop 1
- 1a: Understanding and working with neurodivergence in the therapy room with Gen Nugent (She/Her) and Dan Pearson (He/Him)
- 1b: “Let’s Get Drunk and Be Somebody” Alcohol and Belonging with Katy Jones (She/Her)
- 1c: “I was lost, then found, now I’m lost again…” – Understanding and supporting clients with Religious Trauma Syndrome (RTS) with Elyse Lake (She/Her) and Kayley Lawrence (She/Her)
- 1d: How do we do Belonging? A Neuro Linguistic Programming workshop with Mel Yea (She/Her)
- 12:30-13:45 Lunch
- 13:45 – 15:15 Workshop 2
- 2a: Empowering Change: Tackling systemic violence against women in clinical settings with Jazz Rehal (She/Her) and Althea Cribb (She/Her) – Independent Domestic Abuse Consultant
- 2b: The importance of cultural competency in therapy with Carole Carter (They/Them) and Michele Okuda (She/Her)
- 2c: ‘Belonging in Practice- co-creating kinship in relationship’– with Maria St Hilaire (She/Her)
- 2d: The Sex Workshop! with Liz Beresford (She/Her) and Alan Wardle (He/Him)
- 15:15-15:45 Break
- 15:45-17:15 – Workshop 3
- 3a: Journey to Stillness: Tai Chi Chaun and Qigong workshop with Robert Bowley (He/Him)
- 3b: How does being a spiritually aware therapist enable greater ‘Belonging’? with Olivia Shone
- 3c: Singing circle with Dr Rachel Hopping (She/Her)
- 3d: The wisdom of oppression with Nada Khader (She/Her)
- 17:15-17:45 Closing remarks from the Social Responsibility Committee members
You can read more about each workshop here.
What attendees said about our 2024 Conference
“Fantastic that trainee’s and newly qualified therapists are given a platform to be seen and heard bringing new voices and ideas into the profession.”
“A one-day conference didn’t feel overwhelming and looking forward to next year already!”
“Stunning location and premises with current keynote speaker and workshops addressing real issues not often offered.”
“Awesome networking and catching up with friends.”
Cost: Ticket sales have now ended.
Venue: AgriFood Centre, Plumpton College, Wales Lane Farm, Plumpton, Sussex, BN7 3AE (Car park map)
Attendees: Should be qualified or trainee counsellors or psychotherapists.
Certificate: Attendees will receive a Link Centre Certificate of Attendance for 8.75 hours.
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Cancellation Policy:
50% refund of the balance if given within 7 days’ notice of the conference start date.
Location:
AgriFood Centre, Plumpton College, Wales Lane Farm, Plumpton, Sussex, BN7 3AE
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