Louise Porter is a child psychologist with 40 years' experience working with young people with social, emotional, behavioural and developmental challenges. She is a university lecturer, national and international speaker, and author of many books on parenting, children's needs, and behaviour guidance.

Part 1: Philosophy, theory and practice of working with young people 1. Philosophy 2. Solution-focused therapy3. Narrative therapy4. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy5. Principles of working with young people6. Collaboration and consultation7. Ethics of working with young people8. Caring for self9. Diversity and social justice Part 2: Emotional issues 10. Emotions and emotion regulation11. A model of resilience12. Counselling young people in grief13. Depression14. Stress and anxiety15. Trauma16. Self-destructive behaviours Part 3: Social issues 17. Aggression 18. Bullying19. Violence20. Sexual abuse perpetration by juveniles21. Social inclusion of gender and sexual minorities