Therapists can use themselves with artistry as exquisite barometers of the moment-to-moment shifts of consciousness flowing between their own unconscious and the unconscious of the client. Using Erickson's focused attention, Satir's parts model and Feldenkreis' awareness through movement we will practice six strategies to refine our use of these connections. Didactic, video, experiential.
The influence of Milton H. Erickson, M.D. can now be seen around the globe. The strength of the Erickson movement, the proliferation of Ericksonian Institutes, and the millions of lives that have been transformed are the product of dedication and leadership. By reviewing the actions of Erickson and those who followed, we become better oriented to new possibilities. The call to leadership is for any who wish to make a difference in this world.
Coaching is the process of helping individuals and teams to perform at the peak of their abilities. It involves drawing out people's strengths, helping them to bypass barriers and limits in order to achieve their personal bests and facilitating them to function more effectively as members of a team.
Positive psychology is talking about concepts of flourishing, happiness and well-being. Through practical exercises, useful strategies and demonstration, learn about the up-to-date developments in this growing field, its clinical applications and the relevance for your life as well as the lives of your clients.
Finding sources of funding can be difficult. Responding to requests for proposals doesn't have to be. This is a "nuts and bolts" workshop which offers a solution-focused approach to preparing grants.
The Enneagram System of Personality Types may be the most profound and practical way to know ourselves and others and be a bridge between psychology and spirituality. This workshop will be a sophisticated introduction to using the Enneagram as an insightful tool to empower therapist growth and effectiveness.
This workshop presents several Energy Psychology techniques that can be used to reduce stress, rebalance the energy system and turn on positive energies. Additional methods include techniques that can help prevent as well as treat chronic stress symptoms. These approaches can be easily taught to clients and are equally effective for therapist self-care.
This workshop explores how the Native American belief system contains ingredients to keep the mind and body in harmony and promote well-being. We'll explore adding into therapy sessions totem strengths, shaman journeys, medicine wheels, time-frames, respect and gratitude; the circle of life and symbols as reminders of the "right path."
Working with terminally ill patients and their families is necessarily time-limited. The effects of such work can be dramatic and lasting for both patient and survivors. This magnifies the effects of such therapy and thus underscores the importance of intervening elegantly and boldly, moving through patients' (and therapists') fear of death.