Teacher's Optimal Relationship Approach
A Universal Mental Health Approach for Schools and Other Professionals
The TORA is an evidence-based framework that supports child mental health and wellbeing. Initially developed for school settings, the TORA provides teachers, educators and other professionals working with children with the opportunity to learn discrete relational skills that promote positive social, emotional and behavioral change and ultimately improve learning environments and overall engagement in education. The TORA can be used universally - it is applicable for all children in all settings.
The TORA training comprises two distinct parts, all delivered by Registered Child Play Therapists. This includes:
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Training that includes background about the theoretical underpinnings of the TORA and learning about the distinct skills that make-up the TORA. It also includes the opportunity to put the TORA skills into practice within a safe and supportive environment (practicum).
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Observation and feedback cycles that take place within the classroom or workplace setting on a regular basis (two cycles give teachers the opportunity to be TORA Certified).
The TORA can be delivered flexibly and in accordance with the needs and capacity of the teachers and their school/service. As such, the duration and focus of each part of the TORA training is determined through consultation between the service and Playroom Therapy.
Talk with us for more information and to develop a tailored package of services to meet the needs of your team and the families you work with.
