About this course
This year we are bringing together all NHS psychotherapists, as we work towards the common goal of improving access to thoughtful, culturally competent and sensitive interventions from the point of referral to treatment for children, families and adult service users who are often underserved, marginalised and in need of therapeutic support.
Attendance is free for all CNWL staff employed under Psychotherapy, ie. Counsellors, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists, Systemic Family Psychotherapists, Adult Psychotherapists and MBT Therapists.
If you are one of these, please contact us on cnwl.step-up@nhs.net before booking for more details.
Structure of the Day
9:00am - 9:30am
Networking
Conference Stands and Poster Presentations
9:30am - 9:40am
Nick Green/Ryan Kemp
Setting the Foundation with CNWL Directors
9:40 – 10:00am
Kenisha Jackson & Anna Maratos
The Dial is Shifting Towards Increased Access: How Can We Nudge it Further Along?
10:00am – 10:30am
Dr Farhad Dalal
Sectarianism, Casteism & Elitism: The Bane of the Psychotherapy Professions
10.30am - 10.40am
Q&A
10:40am – 11:10AM
Dr Selone Ajewole
Black lived experiences and Psychotherapy
11.10am - 11.20am
Q&A
11.20 am – 12pm
BREAK
14.00 - 14.30PM
Hendrix Hammond
Challenging the Narrative: Men, Therapy, and Emotional Expression
4.30pm - 14.40pm
Q&A
14.40pm - 15.10pm
Dr Alexandra de Rementeria
Watching my Whiteness at play: an exploration of racialised dynamics in the consulting room, with particular attention to the clinician’s pre-transference to the patient.
15.10pm - 15.20pm
Q&A
15.20pm - 16.00pm
BREAK
16.00pm - 16.30pm
Final Plenary
This is a hybrid event and you are welcome to participate either by pyssically attending at the below location or by joining virtually online.
The Wellcome Collection
183 Euston Road
London NW1 2BE
Dates
1 April 2025Time
09:00 am - 04:30 pmDuration
Setting
Profession
- Psychotherapy
Cost
The trainer
Dr Selone Ajewole
Dr Selone Ajewole holds a deep affinity for contributing to the positive progression of people from diverse communities. Consequently, shehas pursued professions that enable her to embody this core value. With combined Educational, Mental Health, and Biblical teaching experience spanning over 20 years, Dr Selone operates in the following main roles:
- HCPC registered Educational and Child Psychologist
- BACP accredited Integrative Psychotherapist
- Ordained Christian Minister
As part of these roles, Dr Selone acts as an Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) researcher, academic writer, lecturer, keynote speaker, and resource creator with a specialism in Anti-Racist practice within the Black community.
Dr Farhad Dalal
Farhad Dalal PhD is a psychotherapist and Group Analyst in private practice in Devon, UK. He has also worked with organisations. He is trying (and failing) to retire. He is in the midst of delivering a group psychotherapy training in India, of which he is the convenor. He has published four books to date:
- Taking the Group Seriously
- Race, Colour and the Processes of Racialization
- Thought Paralysis: The Virtues of Discrimination
- CBT – The Cognitive Behavioural Tsunami: Managerialism, Politics,and the Corruptions of Science
He is currently writing on ethics.
Dr Alexandra De Rementeria
Dr Alexandra de Rementeria is Principal Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist at Lambeth CAMHS, Co-Course Lead of M7, the Master’s in Psychoanalytic Observation at the Tavistock, and former Editor in Chief of the Journal of Child Psychotherapy.
She is also a tutor on the Child Psychotherapy Training (M80) and lectures nationally and internationally. She has published various articles and co-authored Finding Your Way With Your Baby, a BMA award-winning book, with Dilys Daws.
Hammond Henrix
Hendrix Hammond is a consultant relationship, couple, and family therapist with over 15 years of experience working across public, private, and charity sectors. Known for a down-to-earth approach, Hendrix helps clients navigate challenges related to relationships, identity, and self-esteem.
His goal-oriented approach combines active listening with practical insights to foster meaningful change. Hendrix has had the honor of contributing as an expert therapist for GQ, the Observer, and the BBC. He believes therapy is a collaborative journey, working together with clients to achieve growth and clarity.
In addition to providing therapy, Hendrix offers supervision to fellow professionals in the field. Using a wide range of techniques, he helps clients gain insight, solve problems, and develop a calmer, more focused approach to life. His collaborative style has helped many clients move closer to living the life they desire. Creating a safe, non-judgmental space is always his top priority. Hendrix is sensitive to diverse client groups, as well as different beliefs and cultures.
He is a member of the Association for Family Therapy (AFT) and the Black and Asian Therapy Network (BAATN).