I Matter Relationship Health Learning Journey
Training Steps for Professionals
Find the right path - progress step by step
Become a Relationship Health and I Matter Informed Professional
Many professionals are working harder than ever, yet are feeling less effective, more stretched, and unsure how to progress in complex situations
I Matter Training helps both professionals and non-professionals to understand the importance of relationship health and how to strengthen it — so family and work life can feel less confusing, as well as calmer, more confident, and more connected.
I Matter is not a therapy or diagnosis and does not replace advice from health, mental health, or safeguarding professionals. When extra support is needed, we actively encourage families and teams to seek appropriate local professional help. Our core focus is psychoeducation and prevention. This page sets out the learning pathway for professional learning combining online elements with study support
Theory Foundations
PHASE 1 - I MATTER ENTRY OPTIONS - EXPLORE THE ISSUES
Join the Curious About
Relationship Health Community
Join the free community to explore key concepts, connect with others, and discuss the issues raised in Cathy's books about relationship health.
Join FreeExplore the Relationship Health Book Store and Audio Books
Relationship Health ebooks, audio resources, and other learning materials including opportunities to buy printed books direct from us..
ExploreCommunity Locality Hubs offer entry level training including the Getting Started Workshop and Community Wheel Sessions and events
PHASE 1 - I MATTER WORKSHOP TASTERS ENTRY LEVEL LEARNING
Join a Get Started Workshop
A Get Started Workshop offers an easy introduction to some of the core thinking about relationship health and an I Matter Approach.
Learn MoreRequest a Priorities Consultation (optional)
A priorities consultation gives you a chance to step back and think about what is happening with a view to identifying what to focus on so as to move on
Learn MoreJoin the I Matter Community Wheel
Introductions, Get Started Learning and the Community Wheel offer an easy introduction to to relationship health and I Matter thinking
Learn MoreCommunity Locality Hubs offer entry level training including the Getting Started Workshop and Community Wheel Sessions and events
PHASE 2-3 - PROGRESS YOUR I MATTER LEARNING JOURNEY
UPCOMING DATES
A Phase 2-3 I Matter Learning Journey is for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of a relationship health approach to improving adult and child wellbeing. The I Matter Framework has universal application and can support training of professionals and non-professionals supporting children and adults and families with a wide range of ages, and needs and challenges. We empower licensed professionals and organisations first, who then support parents and carers and non-professionals in their own community.
I Matter
Introduction
Free online orientation
Exploring the background and
need for Relationship health and an I Matter approach
EXPRESS INTEREST
I Matter Get Started
(Revision of Phase 1)
Live, interactive workshop to build foundation understanding and confidence applying the I Matter framework plus Essentials of Attachment and the Community Wheel.
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The I Matter Fundamentals
Structured 6–12 week learning opportunity to build a strong foundation in the I Matter framework and a relationship health approach to improving wellbeing.
Option for LInk Certification
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I Matter Deep Dive Extended Journey
Longer-term learning for up to 12 months, supporting everyday theory to practice. For professionals supporting those with more complex or ongoing challenges.
Option for Lead Certification
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Support Level Options for Professional Learning
The I Matter Learning Journey is designed around a 12 month learning process broken into 3 x 4 month terms. Most study support is at silver or bronze level suitable for prevention/early intervention/CPD.
In a small number of cases we offer more personalised study support via the Gold/Intensive options
Knowing which level of support to advise can be informed by our Which Plan? Guidance
BRONZE
PHASE 1-3 SELF PACED
LEARNING & FORUM
by invitation from a link/lead
SILVER
PLUS FORTNIGHTLY GROUP CALLS
by invitation from a Link/lead
GOLD
PLUS OFFICE HOURS AND FORTNIGHTLY 1:1 PLANS
by invitation from a Link/Lead
I Matter Intensive or Organisation Coaching (restricted)
PLUS RESPONSIVE LASER COACHING
We are working to progress locality hubs to make this training available from certified and licensed I Matter Practitioners with local study support and with some funded as well as self-funded options.
All plans include access to Consultations. These can be self-funded of funded.
Please note: access to all Phase 2-3 learning and support tiers is currently via invitation from a certified I Matter practitioner or participating locality hub. If you are interested, expressing your interest here helps us match you with relevant opportunities.
Practitioner Training
Become a Certified and Licensed Practitioner
Develop Organisation Partnerships
The training tiers above are about supported learning. If you would like to offer I Matter learning to others, via a hub
then please consider practitioner certification and licensing and Organisation partnerships below.
Practitioner Training, Certification and Licensing
One of the key goals of this project has been to take forward the concept of Relationship health and I Matter Informed Practitioner. Completion of Phases 1–3 does not automatically grant permission to deliver I Matter to families. Licensing is agreed with organisations and locality hubs to ensure quality, safeguarding and support.
Link Professional - is an I Matter Informed Point of Contact (after Fundamentals - £250 then £150pa)
Lead Professional - runs workshops & responsive study support (after Deep Dive -£500 then £250pa)
Lead Plus - holds a strategic role in thinking aout needs
Organisation Partnerships
We work with organisations to make it possible for parents to access high quality locally supported learning. Through our locality hub approach we help facilitate local partnerships which support funding arrangements that benefit all parties through multi-staff access agreements, discounted learning costs, cohort oversight and arrangements to offer study support via I Matter or inhouse with your own certified Practitioners. Organisations and hubs are encouraged to express an interest and/or contact us for a conversation. As with individuals, places are offered by invitation. More information here
If you would like to progress an organisational account please progress professional training for 1-3 staff who are actively interested in this issue and are skilled at connecting to a wide range of adults andd young people first. Organisation senior leads can also express an interest here
Special Projects: Locality Hubs
Kendal Primary Care Network
A collaborative project supporting local families, parents, and professionals in Kendal. Explore tailored access, study support, and organisational pathways.
Personal invitations are provided to participants who are part of a hub.
We are progressing a small intensive family coaching pilot (Gold and Intensive) as part of our work with the Kendal Hub
If you would like to progress a locality hub, please start conversations with others who are actively interested in this issue. Check out our information for commissioners. Organisation, senior leads can also and express an interest here
Sign up here for Relationship Health and I Matter Community Wheel News
This is an easy way to stay in touch with this project and share some of the thinking with others.
53 Stramongate
Kendal
La94BH
United Kingdom
