This course explores the basics of Gestalt Therapy theory & practice, and the structures of interpersonal communication, with an emphasis on the role of how body and language cues, and intuitive information may alter and/or enhance overt communication and reveal unconscious messages and processes. Through lecture, demonstration and discussion, participants will gain experience in how to observe, organize, and utilize information to assess a patient’s level of functioning and direct and enhance therapeutic communication and intervention.

• 15 Hours

• Instructor: Connie Newman, LMHC, LP, LCAT

This seminar focuses on developmental theory and its practical application to Gestalt Therapy. We will explore techniques, approaches, and interventions designed to engage and systematically develop a client’s presenting issues with the goal of revealing underlying themes and creative adjustments, and their relationship to early developmental experiences.

• 15 Hours

• Instructor: Senzon, LP & Tucker, ACSW, LP/Justin Laird, LP& Jennifer Griesbach, LCSW

This course outlines the intake process & utilizes the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual as a guide for appropriate diagnosis. With the instructor's supervision, participants conduct practice clinic intake interviews, and submit written intakes. Emphasis is placed on the client’s psychosocial case history, diagnostic assessment, and mental status exam. 

• 15 Hours

• Instructor: Jordan Dann, LP, CIRT, SEP, Justing Laird, PhD, LP & Jeff Allison, LCSW

This course offers an introduction to Gestalt dreamwork through an exploration of various Gestalt perspectives on dreamwork, including those of Fritz Perls, Isadore From, Erving & Miriam Polster, and Rainette Fantz. We will discuss readings from each of these Gestalt teachers, as well as exploring and working together with course participants' dreams, and engaging in brief dreamwork practicum experiences followed by theoretical discussion.

• $150

• 15 Hours

• Instructor: Susan Jurkowski, LCSW, LP & Jennifer Griesbach, LCSW