Hours of Power: Addressing Challenges in the Workplace

Prevent challenging situations from getting the best of you. Come together in this informative, interactive seminar taught by expert in her field Katherine White.

One With Heart Tulen Center has worked with professionals to develop effective communication skills and raise awareness about workplace safety for over 25 years.

Tulen Hours of Power seminars develop the skills to respond calmly and effectively to people who are fearful or aggressive. These skills greatly increase the likelihood of a positive outcome for everyone involved.

The men and women in your organization learn to identify three different types of aggression, to quickly assess their options and act. They practice a variety of simple, effective strategies including body language and verbal skills to set boundaries and de-escalate an agitated person.

We take into account unique job circumstances, relationships with clients, and safety concerns of human service workers. Planning, preparation, and Tulen training builds confidence and increases the safety of all employees.

Trainings are customized to meet the needs of your organization. An instructor and an actor work with you to develop scenarios that reflect situations specific to your work environment. We offer half-day, full-day, and two-day seminars. Contact Katherine White at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information. 

 Hours of Power for Dentists: Addressing Challenges in the Dental Workplace

Recognizing and Responding to Abuse, Inappropriate Behavior, and Stressed Patients.

Dental professionals are in a unique position to assess injuries that are the result of abuse and take action to support, protect, and possibly save the lives of patients. This seminar provides information and skills that will increase your ability to talk confidently with patients about possible signs of abuse. You also learn to set boundaries and de-escalate inappropriate or emotional behavior.

Through interactive training in practical, real-life scenarios you develop assertive body language along with verbal and physical defense techniques. These skills are simple to learn and highly effective. In this dynamic, inspirational self-defense seminar you will learn to assess and respond quickly to challenging situations in the workplace. You will:

• Develop skills to work with patients who are fearful or agitated. Learn to set boundaries and respond to inappropriate behavior.

• Gain valuable information about how to recognize and respond to signs of abuse in children and adults.

Courses also include down-loadable information on all topics covered.

One With Heart Tulen Center has provided positive, empowering self-defense seminars tailored specifically to the workplace for over 25 years. Tulen professional seminars are for people of all ages and abilities. In just three and a half hours you will develop strength and confidence that will benefit all aspects of your life.

Contact Katherine White at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information. 

Instructors

Katherine White is a second- degree black belt who has taught self-defense and workplace seminars for businesses, colleges, and community agencies for over 10 years. She has a thorough understanding of issues related to child abuse and domestic violence, and is an expert in teaching de-escalation techniques.

Abi Phillips is a dental professional with 30 years experience as a dental hygienist. She is a second-degree black belt and has taught self-defense seminars for businesses, colleges, and community agencies for over 5 years. She is an expert in addressing issues specific to dental professionals and teaching the highest quality safety and communication skills.

Here is what participants at the 2009 Oregon Dental Convention had to say:

“Excellent class and useful information! It is so applicable to dentistry. Great hands practice with qualified instructors.”

“Awesome instructors! Great energy! This class could easily save lives.”

“This class is so useful for the dental office. By staying calm we can deal with situations that are inappropriate.”

“Thank you! I would definitely take this class again.”