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For many years, research into ‘looking after children in care’, has found that a clear ethos or philosophy, along with strong leadership are the most consistent factors in services that achieve the best outcomes. What used to be termed a philosophy or ethos of care is now often referred to as a model of care. Whether we are talking about care, therapy, or teaching, having a clear model is essential.
This service is led by Patrick Tomlinson & is available internationally. He works with organizations so that they create & have ownership of their unique therapeutic model. He believes that creativity & ownership are central to model development.
His deep knowledge of the development of therapeutic models and his vast field experience made us believe that, in Portugal, and in our Residential Service it would be possible to start this process of changing the paradigm of generalist residential care. The technical and scientific support he provides is incredible.
Ivone Soares de Almeida - Technical Director, Porto, Portugal
The Development of Therapeutic Models in Services for Children & Young People
Whole-system therapeutic models have been shown to have a significant impact on achieving positive outcomes in trauma services. They are especially important in services for children & young people who have suffered from trauma & other adversities. In some countries, governments will not place children & young people with organizations unless they have a clear research-informed model.
Patrick has a deep understanding of therapeutic model development, organisation dynamics and leadership. I continue to draw on his teachings in my senior management position to this day and he is a go-to mentor, skillful at facilitating self-reflection.
Emma Griffiths - CEO at Gloucestershire Counselling Service, UK
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Who is it for?
Organizations that provide residential & foster care services for children & young people can all benefit from this. The Model Development can be carried out online for organizations anywhere in the world. On-site visits can also be arranged to support the project.
What are the benefits & value?
These are some of the benefits which add value to an organization & its stakeholders.
- Having a model clarifies the task & reduces confusion. It improves consistency, congruence, performance, & development. It will help improve efficiency, reduce costs, & crisis. There will be improved outcomes for all stakeholders.
- A high-quality model will further consolidate the organization’s position as a market leader. This will help attract referrals, funding, & good-quality staff.
- The organization can grow to become considered an authority & ‘expert’ in its field. This provides great potential for influence & growth. It can open the door to diverse opportunities, such as expansion, developing a training, & consultancy service.
- In some countries having an articulated therapeutic model is becoming a Government requirement, influencing the placement of children. Therefore, not having a model could jeopardize an organization’s future.
- The copyrighted model is an asset of intellectual property adding value to the organization.
- A model creates a shared language & processes. This helps integrate different professional disciplines.
- It is highly beneficial for organizations to understand trauma & how to respond to it. This is becoming trauma-informed.
- The development work is a helpful way of reviewing & strengthening the organization’s culture & practice.
- The work involved will be a positive team-building experience. It helps create a shared vision, values, & commitment.
- The involvement of the organization in the creation process leads to a high level of engagement & ownership.
How does it work?
We will work together to create a therapeutic model based on a whole-system approach. It will be culturally sensitive, & research-informed. Patrick Tomlinson has international experience in the creation of therapeutic models. He has been involved in the creation and implementation of over 10 models in several countries. Several therapeutic models Patrick has worked on have gained national and international recognition.
A lack of a model often leads to inconsistency & confusion | Without a model, the strongest research-informed approaches may not be matched with children & young people’s needs | A strong model improves teamwork & cohesion across the organization | It is an integral part of organization values, vision, & mission.
The key to the success of the work has been the way we have established a strong working relationship across international boundaries. Patrick has brought a variety of essential skills to the projects that we have worked on. He has demonstrated great knowledge and expertise, reliability, high-quality work, and has always delivered on time.
Rudy Gonzalez - Executive Director (Former), Lighthouse Foundation, Australia
A full model document underpinned by research-informed theory is produced. All organizational policies, protocols, & practices are reviewed & aligned with the model.
How we work together will be agreed according to your needs. For example, do you need a mentor/consultant to support your work? Or do you need a more in-depth process of co-creation? There is considerable flexibility in time & cost according to your needs. Usually, the process follows this pattern:
Year 1 - model creation | Year 2 - model implementation |
Year 3 - model establishment | Year 4 onwards - continuous improvement
What a Therapeutic Model is and Why it is Important to Have One
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Therapeutic Model Development Training and Consultancy Framework Download free PDF
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