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SEBASTOPOL – 2018 11725 Bodega Hwy. Sebastopol, CA. Friday 9 – 5:00 and Sat. 9 – 3:00 In our work with couples we use somatic practices to bring to life the developmental issues that need attention. By doing so we enhance our ability to work with defensive dynamics in vivo highlighting where the injuries occur and creating the possibility of a corrective experience. In this workshop, we will explore the use of body-based interactions that engage the senses: touch, voice tone, eye contact, proximity,...
read moreOne of the biggest problems in relationships is the human tendency to read other people’s words and behaviors through your own lens. The Body Knot attempts to clarify this misunderstanding by identifying triggers from the past which interfere in the present moment when dealing with relationship issues. It was developed by Bodynamic Analysis. This somatic model helps us separate out the perceptions from the past which arise in the present when we find ourselves in conflict with one or more people. ...
read moreNovember 17 & 18, 2017, 9 AM to 5 PM 11725 Bodega Hwy. Sebastopol, CA This 2 day workshop explores the 3rd stage of development (8 months to 2.5 years old). We cover the deficits that are seen in people’s bodies and heard in their stories when problems occur during this stage. Somatic interventions will be taught and practiced that can help resource individuals with these issues. Early registration $250 by Nov. 1 / Late registration $270 after Nov. 1 At the end of this workshop you will: –Understand what takes place ideally in...
read moreJuly 21st and 22nd 9am to 5pm 11725 Bodega Hwy. Sebastopol, CA This 2 day workshop explores the 2nd stage of life (birth to 18 months old). We cover the deficits that are seen in people’s bodies and heard in their stories when problems occur during this developmental stage. Somatic interventions will be taught and practiced that can help resource individuals with these issues. Early registration $250 by July 1 / Late registration $270 after July 1 At the end of this workshop you will: Understand what takes place ideally in the need...
read moreJune 2nd and 3rd , 9 AM to 5 PM – 2017 Navarro Mill Guesthouse 14840 Wendling Soda Creek Rd. Navarro, Ca 95463 For lodging call Lesley at 707-895-3027 – Lodging limited – Book Early This 2 day workshop explores the 1st stage of life (conception to 3 months old). We cover the deficits that are seen in people’s bodies and heard in their stories when problems occur during this developmental stage. Somatic interventions will be taught and practiced that can help resource individuals with these issues. Early registration $250 by May 13...
read moreAs therapists, when we sit with our clients we are collecting information with our minds and our bodies about how this person feels, holds themselves and operates in the world. Some of this information we can consciously access, but much of it we receive and store in our bodies. A 1- day workshop Meets the six CEU requirements for supervisor training for LCSW’s and MFT’s. ( PCE# 937 ) This course provides Supervisors with techniques and practices for helping interns and trainees access the nonconscious information that they hold...
read moreIn our practice of group psychotherapy we have found that somatic techniques enhance the healing power of community and mutual connection. In this workshop, we will teach somatic/body-based interventions to facilitate and build a sense of communal support and containment. This way of working fosters intimacy, safety and a sense of belonging within the group. Kitty & Theresa have presented this workshop at the Northern California Group Psychotherapy Conference four times, 2008 through 2011. They also visit pre-existing groups to help...
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