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Become a Certified Workplace Bullying and Abuse Practitioner
Applications Now Open for the Inaugural Founder's Circle
Join the inaugural Founder's Circle and develop the specialized knowledge, practical frameworks and professional
judgment needed to responsibly support individuals experiencing workplace bullying and abuse using the WBP Methodology™.
What is a WBP Certified Practitioner?
Every year, millions of individuals experience workplace bullying and abuse, yet few professionals receive formal education in how to effectively support them. As a result, many individuals navigating workplace bullying struggle to find knowledgeable, informed support from professionals who understand workplace bullying as a complex organizational and human systems phenomenon rather than simply an interpersonal conflict or communication problem.
The WBP Certified Practitioner™ Program was created to help close that gap.
Grounded in Applied Organizational Anthropology and informed by interdisciplinary perspectives, applied research and years of direct Client work, the WBP Methodology™ equips Practitioners to recognize patterns, exercise sound professional judgment and responsibly support Clients navigating the complexities of work.
The WBP Certified Practitioner™ Program is designed to support your growth from foundational education through advanced practitioner development, continuing professional development and practice building. Your journey begins with Stage One, where you'll develop the specialized knowledge, practical frameworks and professional competencies needed to earn the Certified Workplace Bullying & Abuse Practitioner™ credential.
Why Professionals
Choose This Program
The WBP Certified Practitioner™ Program is designed for professionals
who want to deepen their understanding of workplace bullying and abuse
while developing a practical, evidence-informed approach to supporting others.
Rather than relying on intuition, personal experience or approaches borrowed from other disciplines, you'll learn a comprehensive methodology designed specifically for workplace bullying and abuse.
Throughout the program, you'll learn to understand the human side of
work—how people, relationships, workplace culture and organizational dynamics shape a person's experience. Rather than focusing on isolated incidents or offering generic advice, you'll learn to recognize patterns, think holistically and responsibly apply the WBP Methodology™ to
help Clients navigate workplace bullying and abuse with greater clarity and confidence.
Perhaps most importantly, you'll learn how to support Clients using a structured
methodology rather than relying solely on intuition or personal experience.
Who is This Program For?
Whether you're expanding an existing practice or developing a
new area of expertise, the WBP Certified Practitioner™ Program is
designed to strengthen your professional knowledge, professional judgment and confidence.
This program may be a good fit for:
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Coaches and consultants
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Human resources professionals
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Attorneys and legal professionals
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Union representatives
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Mental health professionals
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Employee assistance professionals
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Workplace investigators
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Mediators and conflict resolution professionals
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Organizational development professionals
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Advocates and allies
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Individuals interested in building a specialized workplace bullying practice
What You'll Learn
Throughout Stage One, you'll develop the foundational knowledge, practical frameworks and professional competencies required to responsibly apply the WBP Methodology™. The curriculum is organized into six integrated pillars that progressively build the knowledge, skills and professional judgment needed to support individuals experiencing workplace bullying and abuse.
Understand Workplace Bullying and Abuse
Develop a systems-based understanding of workplace bullying through the WBP Cycle of Workplace Abuse™, organizational dynamics, workplace culture and human behavior.
Develop Advanced Pattern Recognition
Learn to connect the dots across human behavior, workplace relationships, leadership, culture and organizational dynamics to develop a deeper understanding of a Client's experience.
Apply the WBP Methodology™
Use the WBP SAFETY Support Model™ and proprietary WBP frameworks to help Clients stabilize, make informed decisions and navigate every stage of the workplace abuse journey.
Think Like a Workplace Anthropologist™
Learn to analyze workplace situations through a systematic lens, exercising professional judgment rather than relying on preconceived assumptions or isolated events.
Support Clients with Confidence
Develop the knowledge, practical skills and professional judgment needed to responsibly support Clients while practicing within the WBP Scope of Practice™.
Your Professional Journey
The WBP Certified Practitioner™ Program is intentionally designed as a progressive professional education pathway
that builds knowledge, strengthens professional judgment and supports your growth throughout your career.
Your journey begins with Stage One, where you'll complete the educational foundation of the WBP Methodology™ and earn the Certified Workplace Bullying & Abuse Practitioner™ credential upon successful completion of all program requirements.
Professionals who wish to continue developing their applied competency may choose to continue into the WBP Practitioner Development Program™ (Stage Two), followed by the optional WBP Practitioner Membership Network™ and Practice Builder™.
Together, these progressive stages reflect the philosophy at the heart of the WBP Certified Practitioner™ Program: certification is not the destination—it's the foundation for a lifetime of professional growth, meaningful practice and continued contribution to an emerging profession
What's Included in the Founder's Circle
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More than 40 learning modules delivered through self-paced learning and a five-week live cohort experience.
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Comprehensive professional education in the WBP Methodology™, including the WBP Cycle of Workplace Abuse™, the WBP SAFETY Support Model™ and proprietary WBP frameworks.
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Guided discussion, practical application and Client case studies designed to strengthen professional judgment.
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Knowledge checks throughout the program and the comprehensive WBP Certification Assessment™.
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Direct access to Lauri throughout the program for guidance, questions and support.
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Access to a private Founder’s Circle Telegram community for questions, discussion and continued connection between sessions.
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Access to a growing library of WBP Practitioner Guides™, proprietary frameworks, practical tools and educational resources.
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Early access to new WBP educational resources developed during the Founder’s Circle.
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A private post-program debrief with Lauri to reflect on your learning, celebrate your achievement and discuss your next steps.
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Exclusive Founder’s Circle pricing for the WBP Practitioner Development Program™ should you choose to continue into Stage Two.
Tuition and Investment
The inaugural Founder's Circle is offered at a one-time tuition of $1,997 USD.
The Founder’s Circle provides the opportunity to complete Stage One of the WBP Certified Practitioner™ Program through a predominantly live, instructor-led educational experience.
Your tuition includes:
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Stage One of the WBP Certified Practitioner™ Program.
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More than 40 learning modules delivered through
self-paced learning and a five-week live cohort experience.
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Comprehensive education in the WBP Methodology™, including the WBP Cycle of Workplace Abuse™, the WBP SAFETY Support Model™ and proprietary WBP frameworks.
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Live instruction, guided discussion, practical application and Client case studies.
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Knowledge checks and the WBP Certification Assessment™.
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Access to the private Founder's Circle Telegram community.
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Direct access to Lauri throughout the program for guidance and support.
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WBP Practitioner Guides™, proprietary frameworks and practical educational resources.
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A private post-program debrief upon successful completion of Stage One.
Flexible payment options are available.
Continue Your Learning Journey
Successfully completing Stage One earns you the Certified
Workplace Bullying & Abuse Practitioner™ credential and makes you
eligible to continue into the WBP Practitioner Development Program™ (Stage Two).
As a member of the inaugural Founder's Circle, you'll receive exclusive Founder’s Circle tuition should you choose to continue your professional development through Stage Two.
Upon successful completion of Stage Two, you'll become eligible for
the WBP Practitioner Membership Network™ and, when you're ready,
Practice Builder™, providing a progressive pathway for continued professional growth.