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Johannesburg 7 - 10 August 2008 |
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Pre-Conference Workshops
Couples Workshop
Description: A weekend especially designed
to assist couples in making desired changes both
in themselves and their relationship in order to
have the kind of life together they want.
Information from Redecision Therapy, Family
Systems Therapy, Sculpting and other approaches
will be used to assist couples in increasing their
awareness, autonomy, spontaneity, and capacity for
intimacy with one another. Up to five therapists
will be invited to observe the process and learn
this approach. They will have an opportunity to
meet separately, twice a day with the leaders, to
discuss their observations. Join us for a fun and
productive weekend.
Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm; Sunday 9:00am - 4:00pm
To register call the Southeast Institute, Chapel Hill, NC, 919-929-1171 or e-mail registrar@seinstitute.com.
Post-Conference Workshops
The Psychotherapy of Obsessing, Habitual Worrying
and Repetitive Fantasizing
Description: This day-long workshop will focus on
a six point treatment model for the psychotherapy
of obsessing, habitual worrying and repetitive
fantasizing. In the morning, Richard will teach
the Relational and Life Script perspective
followed by a demonstration and discussion. In
the afternoon, Dr. Erskine will cover the
Psychological Functions, avoidance mechanisms,
unconscious archaic processes and controlling
aspects of the various obsessing dynamics. This
will be followed by another demonstration and
discussion. The methods of cognitive
understanding, behavioral change, affective
expression, uncovering unconscious psychodynamics
and a relational psychotherapy will be applied in
the treatment planning.
(MS Word) (PDF) Further relevant articles by Richard Erskine:
How much is enough?
Giving our children the best foundation
Two days with Internationally Recognised Transactional Analyst, Educator and Author Jean Illsley Clarke
11th and 12th August 2008
Transactional Analysis, usually known as 'TA', is
a theory of human communication, development,
growth and change. The underlying philosophy is
one of mutual respect, personal empowerment and
equal engagement. Jean Illsley Clarke, an
experienced educator and author of several books,
has been training professionals and parents in the
application of TA to childhood development and the
adequate nurturing and training of children for
many years. In this workshop she will introduce
participants to her ideas on how to be effective
in meeting the needs of our children. When and how
can we affirm and nurture them? When and how can
we provide structure and say "No"?
Venue: Lifeline Offices To reserve a place on this course, please email Sharon Kalinko at skalinko@global.co.za Places limited - booking essential - 50% deposit will ensure your place. Fee: R 300 This modest fee is thanks to the generosity of Jean Illsley Clarke in making herself available to the South African TA Association.
Bank details:
Cultural Factors affecting all our
Relationships
15th-17th August 2008
Drescription: Transactional Analysis,
usually known as 'TA', is a theory of human
communication, development, growth and change. The
underlying philosophy is one of mutual respect,
personal empowerment and equal engagement. Pearl
Drego is an experienced psychotherapist, educator,
community activist and author of several books.
She won the Eric Berne Memorial Award for her work
on Cultural Scripting. She has been working in
communities in India for many years In this
workshop she will introduce participants to her
ideas on how we are shaped by cultural messages
that often inhibit our full development or
realisation - whether in terms of gender, race,
class, faith or ethnicity. Sessions will include
"Understanding and resolving conflict", and
"Affirmations to release potential". She has
developed a way of working that enables people to
access their capacities to develop as individuals,
as members of communities and as part of a greater
spiritual Being/Whole.
Single room R200 per weekend All meals R260 Course Fee R140 This modest fee is thanks to the generosity of The Grail and Pearl Drego in making herself available. Some partial bursaries are available. More Info: For more information about Pearl Drego and her work see this page. |