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Specialise in Infant Parent Psychotherapy:
Up-skill and Earn CPD Points with Our Training
See how Au Milieu is transforming infant-parent psychotherapy and shaping healthier families. Watch our intro video:
- The impact of infant parent psychotherapy on nurturing strong parent-child relationships from the start.
- Psychoanalytically informed interventions that break the cycle of unresolved trauma.
- The critical importance of the first 1001 days in a child’s development.
- Our extensive training programs for professionals and our commitment to providing free interventions for low-income families.
“This Training Really Makes Me Think — I Go Away From Clinical Supervision Sessions Wanting To Use What I’ve Learned In My Own Work.”
Clinical Psychologist, Perinatal Team (Setting Up Infant-Parent Service):
Infant Parent Psychotherapy Diploma 2026
“This Training Really Makes Me Think — I Go Away From Clinical Supervision Sessions Wanting To Use What I’ve Learned In My Own Work.”
Clinical Psychologist, Perinatal Team (Setting Up Infant-Parent Service):
“This Course Has Been Amaz“This Training Really Makes Me Think — I Go Away From Clinical Supervision Sessions Wanting To Use What I’ve Learned In My Own Work.”
Clinical Psychologist, Perinatal Team (Setting Up Infant-Parent Service):
“This Course Has Been Amazing. It’s Helped Me Become More Of A Therapist In The Room, Not Just Someone Delivering An Intervention. It’s Given Me Confidence And Made Me Enjoy My Work So Much More.”
Systemic Therapist & Counselling Psychologist – Perinatal IPP Therapist:
“I’ve Found Both The Theory And Clinical Sessions So Enriching — Especially Learning Alongside Such A Diverse Group. The Skills Are Genuinely Transferable To My Current Work.”
Integrative Child Psychotherapist:
“When I Was Unwell, The Support From Yvonne Really Mattered. You Don’t Always Feel Held At Work — But Here, I Did.
The Theory, The Papers, The Speakers — It’s Deepened My Understanding Of Babies And Relational Work. I Felt Privileged To Learn From Such Brilliant People.
Clinical Psychologist – Perinatal Team, Infant-Parent Service Lead:
ing. It’s Helped Me Become More Of A Therapist In The Room, Not Just Someone Delivering An Intervention. It’s Given Me Confidence And Made Me Enjoy My Work So Much More.”
Systemic Therapist & Counselling Psychologist – Perinatal IPP Therapist:
“I’ve Found Both The Theory And Clinical Sessions So Enriching — Especially Learning Alongside Such A Diverse Group. The Skills Are Genuinely Transferable To My Current Work.”
Integrative Child Psychotherapist:
“When I Was Unwell, The Support From Yvonne Really Mattered. You Don’t Always Feel Held At Work — But Here, I Did.
The Theory, The Papers, The Speakers — It’s Deepened My Understanding Of Babies And Relational Work. I Felt Privileged To Learn From Such Brilliant People.
Clinical Psychologist – Perinatal Team, Infant-Parent Service Lead:
Cost – £4,800 per year
Registration Fee (payable on submission of application form) £80
Deposit (non-refundable), payable on acceptance to the course £500
(Deducted from first term’s fees)
Balance payable by monthly/termly instalments or as a lump sum £4,800 per year
CPD Training Seminars 2026
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The impact of poverty on early relational health | Robin Balbernie | Thursday 17th September 2026 | 2:00–4:30 PM
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The impact of poverty on early relational health | Robin Balbernie | Thursday 17th September 2026 | 2:00–4:30 PM
This seminar will examine how poverty sometimes affects the relationship between a parent and their very young child. Living with economic hardship correlates with multiple adverse situations and experiences which can make it hard for a parent to hold a baby in mind. In addition, there is also the simple fact that a lack of resources means that parents may not be able to provide for their children as they would wish. This is definitely not to imply that being poor make somebody a ‘poor’ parent; it is more a matter of unpicking the multiple stressors associated with living in a situation of economic deprivation that may titrate down to the caregiving relationship.
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This seminar will examine how poverty sometimes affects the relationship between a parent and their very young child. Living with economic hardship correlates with multiple adverse situations and experiences which can make it hard for a parent to hold a baby in mind. In addition, there is also the simple fact that a lack of resources means that parents may not be able to provide for their children as they would wish. This is definitely not to imply that being poor make somebody a ‘poor’ parent; it is more a matter of unpicking the multiple stressors associated with living in a situation of economic deprivation that may titrate down to the caregiving relationship. It needs to be more widely recognised that parenting is, in many ways, situationally dependent and so is open to being supported by decisions taken at a political as much as a personal level. There will be an overview of some of the research that has covered how poverty may impact the future development of infants across multiple domains. The overall perspective is clinical, as the origin of this presentation was how an awareness of the more distal risks that might impact a vulnerable family broadens both the therapeutic mind and repertoire. It is hoped that there will be plenty of time for discussion, and all participants will receive a copy of the presentation.
Course Fee – £67
‘Touchpoints’ in Infant Parent Psychotherapy | Dr Zack Eleftheriadou | Thursday 1st October 2026 | 10:00 AM–1 PM
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‘Touchpoints’ in Infant Parent Psychotherapy | Dr Zack Eleftheriadou | Thursday 1st October 2026 | 10:00 AM–1 PM
The title of this module follows the work of the paediatrician and psychoanalyst, Berry Brazelton. We will explore the developmental milestones identified by Brazelton.
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The title of this module follows the work of the paediatrician and psychoanalyst, Berry Brazelton. We will explore the developmental milestones identified by
Brazelton. We will also closely examine parent-infant concepts of relating, from the work of pioneering psychoanalysts such as Sigmund Freud, Melanie Klein, Donald Winnicott and John Bowlby. Alongside these early theorists, we will explore developmental theorists such as Daniel Stern’s and Beatrice Beebe’s clinical and research work. The participants will be encouraged to draw examples of each stage of development from their clinical work and infant observation. We will examine pre-birth relating, research regarding newborns and examine significant developmental milestones up to toddlerhood. The module will encourage comparison between the different theorists and a critique, drawing from contemporary thinking, research and some neuroscience research.
Course Fee – £145
Parents and Babies – A Cross-Cultural Perspective Thursday | Dr Zack Eleftheriadou | 1st October 2026 | 1:00 PM- 4.30
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Parents and Babies – A Cross-Cultural Perspective Thursday | Dr Zack Eleftheriadou | 1st October 2026 | 1:00 PM- 4.30
In this module we will explore the beginnings of life and how a baby is born into a complex psychological world and a rich socio-cultural milieu. We will explore how the transmission of culture and ‘racial’ meanings takes place both implicitly and explicitly.
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In this module we will explore the beginnings of life and how a baby is born into a complex psychological world and a rich socio-cultural milieu. We will explore how the transmission of culture and ‘racial’ meanings takes place both implicitly and explicitly. We will discuss the importance of understanding cross-cultural meanings and racial belonging and how it can enhance our clinical work, especially when working with those who have experienced micro-aggressions and racism. The validation of these experiences is vital in infant-parent psychotherapy and enhances trust in the therapist’s capacity to support the parent/family. The module will include discussion of the participants’ clinical work as well as reflection on their own racial/cultural backgrounds. We will carefully explore how our own backgrounds and values might filter into the clinical work through the therapeutic relationship and transference and countertransference processes.
Course Fee – £145
Our Objectives
We focus on providing training in infant-parent psychotherapy and other infant-parent interventions. We continue to establish infant-parent relationship teams that provide free therapeutic support to parents on a low income, who are concerned about their relationship with their babies in the first two years of life.” For more info on what our key objectives are, use the quick links below for more information.
support for parents
If you’re worried about your baby and would like support with your relationship, you can get in touch with us directly: Download our leaflet to find out more
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Our 2 year Specialist Diploma
Are you a practicing psychotherapist curious about working with infant- parent relationships?
Our CPD Courses
Our CPD courses are designed for professionals working in the field of infant and parent mental health, including psychotherapists, midwives, and perinatal unit staff.
Concerned About Your Baby?
Download our Referral Form here and book a Consultation or email to team@au-milieu.org and we will get back to you within 48 hours of receiving your enquiry.
What mothers say
“I feel lighter now, like some of the feelings have been able to go out of me.”
“I’ve come a long way since our first session… my baby wants me, not the toy I’m using to distract her.”
“This work is helping me remember so much… I realise I don’t want to force my baby to be something he isn’t.”
After premature birth and high anxiety, intensified IPP helped the family avoid medication, rebuild coping strategies, and prepare for a healthy second birth. Sessions supported emotional recovery and activated family-wide support.
Case Study: GP & Health Visitor Referral
Mother labelled as difficult was grieving a previous infant loss. IPP helped reduce anxiety, re-establish maternal connection, and shift staff perceptions. Bonding was rebuilt with her surviving baby in just five sessions.
Case Study: SCBU Paediatrician Referral (Bereavement)
With the baby at risk of removal, therapy helped mother bond during pregnancy, gain the court’s confidence, and build a nurturing environment post-birth. Three years later, mother and child remain safely together.
Case Study: Domestic Violence Referral
Mother, with EUPD and five children previously removed, received long-term IPP and support for co-parenting. Therapy helped her and the father break intergenerational patterns. Social services stepped back once the baby turned one.
Case Study: Adult Mental Health Referral
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