The Power of Play 2024 Conference

♦ 9.00am Registration

♦ 9.45am Welcome

♦ 10.00am Morning Keynote – Courtney Rolfe

♦ 11.30am Morning Break

♦ 11.45am Round Table Exercise – Courtney Rolfe

♦ 12.30pm Lunch

♦ 1.30pm Afternoon Keynote – Dr Dan Hughes

♦ 2.45pm Afternoon Break

♦ 3pm – Workshops

♦ 4.30pm Evaluation and Close – Martyn ‘Eek’ Cooper

We are thrilled that Dan will be joining us via online live stream from across the globe.

Dan Hughes, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who founded and developed Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), the treatment of children who have experienced abuse and neglect and demonstrate ongoing problems related to attachment and trauma.  This treatment occurs in a family setting and the treatment model has expanded to become a general model of family treatment.   Dan has conducted seminars, workshops, and spoken at conferences throughout the US, Europe, Canada, and Australia for over 20 years.  He is also engaged in extensive training and supervision in the certification of therapists in his treatment model, along with ongoing consultation to various agencies and professionals.   He is the founder of DDPI a training Institute which is responsible for the certification of professionals in DDP.  Information about DDPI can be found on ddpnetwork.org    Dan is the father of Megan, Kri, and Maddie and the grandfather of Alice and iver. 

 Dan now lives in Damariscotta, ME.  He has lived in Maine for most of his adult life.

Dan is the author of many books and articles.  These include Building the Bonds of Attachment, 3^rd Ed. (2017),  and, with Jon Baylin, Brain-Based Parenting (2012) and The Neurobiology of Attachment-Focused Therapy (2016).  Along with Kim Golding and Julie Hudson, Dan wrote Healing relational trauma with attachment-focused interventions: Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy with children and families (W.W. Norton, 2019).  Dan and Kim have since wrote a workbook to accompany Healing Relational Trauma.  It will be published in2024.  Dan and Ben Gurney-Smith have published The Little Book of Attachment (W.W.Norton, 2020).

His website is www.danielhughes.org

Courtney Rolfe, LCPC, is a licensed psychotherapist, speaker, and trainer passionate about bringing Polyvagal Theory to clinicians and wellness professionals across the globe. A leading expert in the Polyvagal Theory, and long standing senior trainer in Deb Dana’s Foundations of Polyvagal Practice course, Courtney’s passion lies in supporting and teaching clinicians, helping individuals and communities heal, and in living the model of navigating the world with a regulated nervous system. Courtney maintains a private practice based in Chicago, Illinois, but spends most of her time in Oxfordshire, UK. In addition to being a speaker and trainer, Courtney is co-author of Polyvagal Prompts (W.W. Norton & Company), co-authored with Deb Dana. Courtney offers individual and group consultation for helping professionals, supporting healers and helpers bring the wisdom of the nervous system into their work. More information can be found at www.modernmindandheart.com.

SPECIAL CONFERENCE OFFER

We are pleased to offer a copy of Courtney Rolfe and Deb Dana’s new book, Polyvagal Prompts at a special Clear Sky Conference Discount. Please order your copy with your ticket for collection and signing at the event.

Martyn Cooper enjoyed a career in nursing starting with mental health nursing before undertaking general nursing, specialising in intensive care and trauma. Now retired he works with Samaritans, Sue Ryder and as a performer both in clowning and with music. He has recently started his PhD looking at introducing therapeutic clowning into adult cancer clinical settings.

“Martyn “EEK” Cooper, also known as Eek the Clown, is a British clown and entertainer. He gained prominence for his unique and eccentric clown persona, characterised by colourful costumes, exaggerated makeup, and comedic performances. Eek is known for his ability to engage audiences of all ages with his playful antics and slapstick humour. He has performed in various venues, including circuses, festivals, and children’s events, delighting audiences with his lively and entertaining performances. Eek the Clown has become a beloved figure in the world of entertainment, bringing joy and laughter wherever he goes.”

If you are travelling by car:

The venue has a large car park offering free parking. You will need to register your car upon arrival at the reception desk.

If you are travelling by public transport:

Bus

The nearest bus stops are located on Lake Street, around a 1 minute walk from voco® Oxford Spires Hotel. Redbridge Park and Ride is a 5 minute bus journey or 20 mins walk away.

Train

Oxford railway station is roughly 10 minutes via taxi from voco® Oxford Spires Hotel.

Taxis

Taxi Fares are typically about £5.00.

Here are a couple of Taxi Companies you could use:

0 01 Taxis – 01865 240000

Go Green Taxis – tel 01865 92222

By Air

Heathrow and Birmingham airports have direct transport links into Oxford. The train service from Birmingham takes 1.5 hours, and bus service from Heathrow takes approximately 90 minutes.

Accommodation is not included.

voco® Oxford Spires Hotel are offering delegates B&B Rooms at £260 per night. To book please visit https://oxfordspires.vocohotels.com

Abingdon Road has quite a few alternative accommodation options, here are some you could try:

Travelodge Oxford – Abingdon Road

Newton House

Cornerways B&B

Green Gables

There are also several Premier Inns and Travelodges in Oxford

For more places to stay please visit: Hotels Combined.

Please note, we have not visited these hotels ourselves so would always recommend you check reviews before booking.

There are also a number of Airbnbs in the area. www.airbnb.co.uk