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Satir Foundations: An Introduction to the Underlying Processes of the Satir Model

Virginia Satir created healing and integrating processes to help make sense of ourselves and others. Her objective was to facilitate personal growth and congruence. Satir's methods and approaches assist us to understand our parents and family members as people; to know ourselves fully requires an appreciation of our past and the rich resources we developed.

Satir Foundations (or equivalent experience with the Satir Model) is a prerequisite for Journey to Self or Family Reconstruction with Maria Gomori.

In this dynamic and interactive 3-day course you will:

learn the beliefs and vehicles underlying the Satir Model
construct a Family Map and Family Chronology for your family of origin, and personal Circle of Influence
discover your communication patterns and learn about congruent communication
see patterns of behaviour in your family of origin and how these apply to your current life situations
identify family rules, see their current impact and learn how to transform these rules into guidelines that fit your life today
explore and integrate these learnings through personal experiences

Along with these practical learning objectives, participants will be introduced to the beliefs and vision of Virginia Satir and discover the beauty and humanity inherent in her methods.

The learnings and experiences from Satir Foundations will prepare participants for further transformational Satir work in Journey to Self and Family Reconstruction with Maria Gomori.

NOTE! Satir Processes incorporate psychodrama, gestalt, guided imagery, accessing the unconscious, sculpting, and working in triads-all within the framework of the family system and the special principles underlying Satir's approach to the human being. These processes are applicable both to individuals for personal awareness and growth, and professionals for including in their methods of working with individual clients, groups or teams.

In honour of its 25th Anniversary, Psychotherapy Networker magazine-partnering with Columbia University-conducted the largest survey of American Clinicians ever funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, asking the question: "Who were the people over the last 25 years who have most influenced your practice?" Virginia Satir came in at number five among the top ten. The article goes on to describe her as 'a giant amongst therapists' and as 'an evangelist, for a vision of Family Therapy as the means of healing a wounded world.' The Haven is fortunate to have been closely associated with Virginia Satir; she presented two workshops a year from 1982 to her death in 1988.

Continuing Education Credits:
Approved for Continuing Education Credit hours by the Canadian Counselling Association (www.ccacc.ca) .

Faculty:
Cathy McNally

Dates:

Jun.11-Jun.14, 2009 Thu-Sun; Register Tuition: ($375.00) $420.00 For 2009 by Dec 15, 2008 $330.00

Aug.05-Aug.08, 2009 Wed-Sat; Register Tuition: ($375.00) $420.00 For 2009 by Dec 15, 2008 $330.00

Register for 2009 courses by December 15th, 2008 and pay 2008 Tuition fees.

(early) regular fee: the price in brackets is the "Early Bird" rate for those who register and pay in full at least two weeks before the course begins. The price without brackets is the full price. Prices in Canadian dollars. Meals and accommodation not included. Full room and board is available for an extra charge. See Resort Prices for details.

Testimonials:

"... Gave me a better understanding of how people sometimes react when they are under stress."
June 2008

"This course gives me more understanding of others and therefore gentler relationships"
August 2007

"What I liked most about this course was the skills and kindness of leader, and what I learned"
August 2007

Course Evaluation:
A student/participant who attends a minimum of 90% of the total course sessions shall receive a "Pass" grade. A student/participant who is absent for more than 10% of the session will receive an "Incomplete" grade and credit will not be granted.