Narrative Therapy Workshops

“A Journey Into Narrative Therapy”
9:30am – 4pm
Cost: $245

One Day Workshop @ Theosophy House, Kent Street, Sydney

“A Journey Into Narrative Therapy” is a one-day introductory workshop on the philosophy, theory and practice of Narrative Therapy.  This course is open to students and practitioners who are interested in learning about Narrative Therapy and applying it in their respective contexts.

The overall aim of the workshop is to give participants a basic working-knowledge of the theory and practice of Narrative Therapy.  This will be achieved via an explanation of:

  • the philosophy of post-structuralism
  • the specific ‘maps’ that  guide Narrative conversations
  • the theory and practice of ‘externalising’ (i.e.: separating people from problems)
  • the theory and practice of ‘outsider witnessing’ (i.e.: inviting someone to witness a client’s story and then reflecting on what they have heard)
  • Narrative documentation (i.e.: therapeutic letters, community documents & poetics)

The day will have a theoretical component but the main focus will be on how to apply the basic principles.  The day will include several live interviews with participants, and you will also be given the opportunity to practice the ideas for yourself.  You will be provided with comprehensive notes to take home, articles and recommendations for further reading and a certificate (Total = 6 hours professional development).

“Narrative Therapy in Action”
Sun 1st Aug & Sun 8th Aug 2010, 9:30am – 4pm
Cost: $445

Two Day Workshop @ Theosophy House, Kent Street, Sydney

“Narrative Therapy in Action” (NTIA) is a 2 day workshop which aims to investigate the philosophy, theory and practice of Narrative therapy at an intermediate level.  The workshop is intended for those who have already attended “A Journey into Narrative Therapy“, or for Counsellors who already have a basic level of competency in Narrative therapy.

NTIA provides a space for you to engage with Narrative ideas and apply them to real life situations; be they your own or those of clients.  There will be a theoretical component but, as the name suggests, the primary focus will be on the application of the approach in the counselling room.  Over the 2 days, you will explore helpful ways of approaching conversations about the problems people are facing and the losses they have endured, as well as their values and preferred ways of being in the world.  Throughout the entire workshop you will be invited to both participate in conversations and to facilitate conversations using the skills being explored.  A brief refresher of the ideas covered in “A Journey into Narrative Therapy” will also be undertaken.  The cost includes a set of notes to take home, articles and recommendations for further reading, as well as a certificate.

NTIA constitutes 12 hours of CAPA-approved professional development.

Felicity Garland operates Evolve Counselling Northern Beaches at Balgwolah & Collaroy. After hours appointments available. Phone 0407 041 477 to find out more.

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