SDS Thursdays 2026 | NEW
Our hugely popular SDS Thursdays continue to attract large audiences, and we are delighted to confirm new dates for 2026!
These FREE sessions are hosted by Dr Julia Budnik and led by Prof Paul Grantham, widely regarded as one of the UK’s best tutors on the selected topics. We will also continue to invite select guests to take part in our meetings. Join us live on Thursdays at 19.00 on Zoom, bring your questions on the topics and make these sessions into useful mini-tutorials.
Live SDS Thursdays are free to attend for registered participants. Full recordings are accessible exclusively to SDS Priority Members, who are also eligible to receive CPD certificates for selected trainings as part of their membership.
By Invitation Only: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Save the dates for Live Free SDS Thursdays 2026:
- 29 January 2026 | Paul Grantham’s Therapy Predictions For 2026 | With SDS Seminars' Founder Paul Grantham
Join us for Paul Grantham’s Therapy Predictions for 2026, a lively and engaging session where ideas, questions, and perspectives are freely shared. This is an opportunity to hear expert insights on the year ahead within the field of therapy, contribute your own thoughts, and participate in an open discussion with fellow practitioners. Come prepared for a stimulating exchange of ideas and a chance to explore emerging trends together.
- 19 February 2026 | The Art of Asking Better Questions: Strengthening Clinical Thinking Through Socratic Dialogue | With Paul Grantham
Join us for the free event “The Art of Asking Better Questions: Strengthening Clinical Thinking Through Socratic Dialogue” with Paul Grantham. This session will explore the missing skill in most therapy trainings and offer insights into how Socratic questioning can enhance clinical reasoning and practice. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of this essential approach and be invited to reflect on their own questioning techniques. This event also provides a preview of the Socratic Questioning Workshop that Paul will be running in March, offering a chance to continue developing these skills in a more in-depth, practical setting.
- 19 March 2026 | Solution Focused Therapy With Adolescents: Its unique advantages. A practical guide | New Course with Paul Grantham
Join us for the free course “Solution Focused Therapy With Adolescents: Its Unique Advantages – A Practical Guide” with Paul Grantham. This session will explore why solution-focused approaches are particularly effective with young people, offering practical strategies to enhance engagement, motivation, and outcomes. Attendees will gain valuable insights into applying these techniques in real-world settings and understanding their unique advantages. The session also serves as a preview of a brand new masterclass on this topic, launching in March, providing an opportunity to continue developing these skills in a more comprehensive and interactive format.
- 16 April 2026 | Exploring the ACT Practitioner’s Toolkit: A Practical Preview | With Professor Nuno Ferreira
Join Professor Nuno Ferreira for an engaging introduction to the ACT Practitioner’s Toolkit and How to Use It, a practical three-day course designed for practitioners seeking to deepen their skills in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). This short event offers an overview of the course content, highlighting how participants can apply ACT techniques in clinical practice, discuss real cases, and enhance their therapeutic effectiveness. The session is ideal for those who have completed an ACT introductory course and wish to explore how this toolkit can be used either as part of the BPS Approved Certificate in ACT or as independent professional development.
- 21 May 2026 | SFT for Stress and Burnout: where therapy and coaching come together | Interview with Paul Grantham
Join us for “SFT for Stress and Burnout: Where Therapy and Coaching Come Together”, a short event featuring an insightful interview with Paul Grantham. This session will explore how solution-focused approaches can be applied to support clients experiencing stress and burnout, bridging the worlds of therapy and coaching. Attendees will gain practical ideas and strategies, and the event will also serve as a preview of a new Masterclass launching in May, offering a deeper, hands-on exploration of this important topic.
- 18 June 2026 | What I've learnt in 40 yrs as a therapist | Interview with Paul Grantham
Join us for “What I’ve Learnt in 40 Years as a Therapist”, an engaging and lively interview with Paul Grantham. Drawing on four decades of experience, Paul will share insights, stories, and reflections from his career, offering both wisdom and practical takeaways. This is a session full of curiosity and conversation, where attendees are encouraged to ask questions, contribute their own perspectives, and enjoy a thoughtful yet fun exploration of the world of therapy.
NOW ON YOUTUBE AT SDS PSYCHOTHERAPY TRAINING
- How to Overcome Impostor Syndrome | With Paul Grantham
- Can CBT Work with Autistic Clients? | With Paul Grantham
- Psychotherapy Greats: Carl Rogers | With Andrew Reeves and Paul Grantham
- Trauma: Complex Trauma in Adults & Children, Use of CBT with Dr Andrew Beck
- Procrastination and Depression: A Chicken and Egg Dilemma with Paul Grantham
- Professor Nuno Ferreira on what is ACT and how to use it with your clients with Nuno Ferreira
AND many others
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