The purpose of these sessions is to understand and apply an embedded approach to therapeutic practice, where context, normativity/diversity, and universal EDI are embedded by design in self, , therapeutic practice and curriculum (not as an add-on)—referred to as 'Whole-Person' or ‘Whole Solution' Practice. This includes awareness, tools, and skills in embedding social and personal context, normativity, similarity and difference, ‘as standard’ for all clients (as well as becoming more self-aware of your own whole context).
The latest training competencies (SCoPEd, Jan 22, Amended April 25) require us to incorporate aspects such as context, culture, difference, and diversity throughout the pillars of practice (e.g., self-development, theory, skills, and practice). To achieve an embedded approach, various aspects of 'self in context' must be included in a holistic, non-fragmented understanding of what it means to be human in the world. By intentionally embedding essential yet often overlooked and fragmented concepts—such as identity, similarity, difference, diversity, culture, social context, power dynamics, intersectionality, neurodiversity, antidiscrimination, and stress-, trauma-, and harm-informed models—into our understanding of both ourselves and our clients' experiences and relationships, we can foster fairer, more inclusive, and stronger practices. This training will introduce a 'whole view' of self/clients, whole relationships, and provide a practical approach to embedding the concept of 'client self-context in context' into our daily work with clients, including within supervision. Various applications of the approach will be introduced, including its use within training curricula and in building more whole (inclusive) training and learning cultures.
The first session will outline the rationale for, and describe through examples, the Wholeness Solution, with a focus on the Whole Experience Model as a transtheoretical, practical approach to universal design. It will explain why this framing is vital for creating embedded, enriched, robust, and universally fair practice. A role-play video will demonstrate what may be missed without attuning to the client's contextual frame of reference.
The second session will help attendees orient to, understand, and begin applying the Whole Relationship Framework, a model that enables whole embedded therapeutic practice, curriculum, and enabling practises like supervision. The session will begin by exploring how all relationships are contextually formed, providing the foundation for understanding relational practice beyond the individual. It will then examine the expansion of bias to embodied prejudice, rupture to pre-rupture, and of empathy to contextual empathy, highlighting how practitioners can better recognise and respond to the wider influences shaping human experience. Building on this foundation, the session will consider why the conventional scope of focus on “the therapeutic relationship” is limited and why a broader, whole relational scope perspective is needed. Finally, attendees will be introduced to the Whole Relationship Model and guided in using it as a framework for reflection on their own practice, relationships, and learning.
The third session will consolidate learning through case examples, key skills, and practical applications of the Wholeness Solution and the Whole Relationship Model, deepening participants' understanding and confidence in their use. The session will also signpost participants to the free #TADF community support services and resources, including the on-demand learner, train-the-trainer lessons, curriculum design guidance, and tutor support. Finally, attendees will be invited to the wider advocacy network for whole embedded practice (see tadf.co.uk).
Event aims
The main aim of the PDD is to help therapists embed context, normativity/difference and universal EDI within self and practice.
By the end of the PDD, participants will be able to:
- explain why the Wholeness Solution is needed and the problems it seeks to address.
- use and explain the Whole Experience Model, with access to a reference card and supporting resources for ongoing learning and development.
- understand and begin applying the Whole Relationship Framework to support whole, embedded therapeutic practice, curriculum design, and self-development.
- explain how contextual factors influence all relationships, such as embodied activation and societal prejudice.
- define and explain the concepts of embodied prejudice, pre-rupture, and contextual empathy, and articulate their significance for therapeutic practice.
- describe why the conventional scope of the therapeutic relationship requires expansion in light of embedded practice aims.
- use the Whole Relationship Model as a framework for reflective practice.
- apply the Wholeness models through case examples and practical applications to deepen understanding and confidence in their use.
- recognise how the Wholeness Solution can be applied within existing frameworks, including the Seven-Eyed Model of Supervision.
- demonstrate a basic understanding of the embedded curriculum approach and its underpinning pedagogy.
- access and engage with the free #TADF community, including advocacy opportunities, learning resources, and ongoing support services.
Programme
The PDD will begin at 9.30am and finish at around 1.05pm.
This workshop is split into three sessions, each will be followed by a live Q&A session with Mamood Ahmad.
About the presenter
Mamood Ahmad (he/him) is a therapist, course tutor, speaker, and the creator of the Wholeness Solution, described in his book A New Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy, published by Routledge. He collaborates with communities, accreditation bodies, training providers, and institutes, using the Wholeness Solution to embed client and social context within helping curricula, service design, and organisational structures. Since 2012, he has run a private therapy practice in Berkshire, England.
Email: admin@tadf.co.uk Twitter: @ahmad_mamood. Web: http://tadf.uk.
Testimonials
'I got a huge amount out of this PDD event Working with Context, Identity/Diversity, and Universal Equity and Id really recommend it to you to watch too' Sue
Key information
This event will take place online on Tuesday 12 January 2027. After booking you’ll receive a confirmation email. Full joining instructions will be sent out nearer the event date.
Your booking includes:
- three hours of CPD presentations
- live Q&A session with Mamood after each presentation
- CPD certificate to download
- selected presentation slides
- opportunities to network with other attendees through the chatroom
- access to the on-demand service which will be available from Tuesday 12 January 2027 to Tuesday 09 February 2027 to view any recorded presentations and access any available handouts
Accessibility
The event livestream service is available with AI subtitles.
The on-demand service will be subtitled and/or transcribed through a reviewed process to ensure accuracy.
For a full list of our event accessibility commitments please visit our website >