University of Toronto

Entering the 29th year of operation, this year-long intensive extern training is one of the longest standing programs of its kind in Canada .  As well as seasoned local trainers the faculty has included many of the pioneers and leaders of family therapy.  Maintaining a strong belief in the application of ideas through practice, the program includes live sessions and provides a free therapeutic service to children and families seeking help from the local community.

Offering a journey through the ideas and practices of brief and narrative therapies, participants learn to develop therapeutic conversations that tap into people’s abilities and preferences; focusing on what is strong in people, rather than what is wrong in people.

Participants learn narrative ideas and practices that can be integrated into their everyday lives and “real world” working environments.  Morning sessions address current theoretical developments while afternoon sessions include live family sessions and experiential exercises.  Participants are introduced to a map for organizing pre-session, during-session and post-session activities through participation in live sessions, encouraging critical reflection and a method for tracking one’s professional development.

Content:

• Inspire confidence and energy in your practice, while reducing the effects of fatigue and burnout.
• Integrate current knowledge and skills with your personal style.
• Integrate theory with practice through live clinical sessions.
• Micro skill development through practice, practice, practice

This course takes place during twenty full days (130 hours) - alternating Fridays and Saturdays.