Introduction to Contemporary Family Systems - 8/12/2025

Date: 8/12/2025

Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm AEDT

Family Systems Therapy is a form of psychotherapy that views the family as a complex system, where each member's behaviour affects and is affected by the other members. This approach focuses on understanding and addressing the interactions, patterns, and dynamics within the family, rather than treating an individual in isolation. The underlying belief is that problems within a family do not lie within individual members but in the dysfunctional relationships and interactions between them. 

This workshop will explore the evolving dynamics of families in today's society including but not limited to: economic pressures, blended families, the impact of technology and social media, mental health and wellbeing, cultural and racial dynamics, gender roles and expectations. These issues influence how practitioners approach treatment and address the unique challenges that modern families face. 

Learning outcomes 

At the end of this workshop, you'll be able to: 

• understand family systems in relation to the complexities of modern life and the evolving challenges that families face. 

• understand useful techniques to address issues within the context of family dynamics 

• help families navigate change, strengthen relationships, and promote overall well-being. 

• analyse the impact of cultural, racial, and societal influences on family dynamics and how these factors shape relationships and interactions. 

• develop tailored intervention strategies that consider the unique needs and challenges of blended families, economic pressures, and the effects of technology on family systems. 

Ideal for 

Clinicians, social workers, community organisation workers, health professionals, youth workers, child and family workers and counsellors at any level of experience who are planning to or interested in facilitating family systems therapy. 

About the presenter 

Victoria Strong is a clinical counsellor and experienced trainer with Relationships Australia. She has a diverse background working in various settings, including education, where she has served as a Disability and Wellbeing Coordinator. Victoria has extensive experience in direct client work with young people and their families, addressing both simple and complex mental health issues, including gender diversity, sexual trauma, family violence, and suicidality. 

Victoria’s expertise extends to working with neurodiverse youth and their families, supported by a deep understanding of the disability sector from lived experience. She holds clinical accreditation with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia). Her career spans the government, corporate, and not-for-profit sectors, where she has provided coaching, training, and support. Victoria is dedicated to enhancing community support systems and empowering others to provide effective sustainable care. 

Registration information 

• When you register, you'll be taken to our payment gateway to complete your registration. A new account will be automatically created for you in our Learning Management System (Moodle). 

• Registrations for scheduled workshops close 48 hours before the event. 

• Workshops must be paid for at least 2 business days before the training date, or your registration will be cancelled.  

• If paying by invoice, proof of payment needs to be provided at least 24 hours ahead of the event. 

Training Workshops Cancellation Statement [PDF, 1MB]  

Other information 

Please note that you'll need access to the following to participate in this workshop: 

• Desktop or laptop computer 

• Reliable internet connection 

• Headphones recommended 

• Microphone/speakers 

• Webcam (built in or external to your computer) 

Contact us 

Training and Development Team 
Phone: (03) 8573 2222 
Email: ravtraining@rav.org.au