Understanding and Working with People who Self-Harm

Self-harm is increasingly prevalent yet often concealed. It can be difficult to understand its underlying causes and how best to provide support. Many individuals describe self-harm as a way of managing overwhelming emotional pain or feelings of numbness. While most do not report suicidal intent, repeated self-harm is associated with an elevated risk of suicide. Please note that courses are subject to a minimum registration, so it may not be possible to run all courses each year. Tuition fees and other charges are set by the University and are subject to change. See details on how to pay your fees here.

25 Sep 2026

• Belfast, United Kingdom