LAST WORKSHOP 2011!!! ** PAINTING AND DRAWING IN THERAPY

CREATIVE TOOLS FOR PROFESSIONALS

ONE DAY WORKSHOPS

Saturday- 9:30 am to 05:00 pm

GESTALT ART THERAPY CENTRE

Brisbane- Qld- Australia

FEE FOR INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOP : $125

03th DECEMBER 2011


PAINTING AND DRAWING IN THERAPY.

Basic Information:
 
Gestalt art therapy is a recent phenomenon where we apply the art medium to develop a capacity of awareness in the client for the purpose of working through the issues that are presented. It is different from the more analytical approaches in that it emphasises personal responsibility, and that focuses upon the individual's experience in the present moment, the therapist-client relationship, the environmental and social contexts of a person's life, and the self-regulating adjustments people make as a result of their overall situation.


Practical experiments:

-Make an open ended drawing. Ask the client how he or she feels using lines, shapes, and colours. Therapy regarding the pictures is generally based on the presence and absence of many elements, such as use of colour, blending, and placement of the images on the paper.

-Draw a mandala from the card you have chosen with an oil pastel choosing a colour. The client is then asked to explain if there were any meanings, experiences, or related information related to the mandala they drew. This work is based on the beliefs of Joan Kellogg, who sees a recurring correlation between the images, pattern and shapes in the mandalas.

-Draw a person under the rain. Then ask the client to identify with this person: "How old is the person in your drawing? What is he or she doing? Who is this person in your life? And so on. This is a projective assessment and the person, the weather, the umbrella in the drawing represent different aspects of the client and the way the client feels about him or herself.

Materials:

All the materials will be available in the sessions.

THE HEALING ARTS SERIES BY YARO STARAK.

ONE DAY WORKSHOPS

Saturdays- 9:30 Am to 05:00 Pm

DATES

WORKSHOPS

SPECIAL PRICE FOR ALL WORKSHOPS: $450


FEE FOR INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOP (CASUAL RATE): $125
More Info: gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com
Australia- Qld- Phone: 04 21514907

INTRODUCTION TO GESTALT THERAPY AND WORKING WITH CHILDREN USING ART TOOLS
September 2011


The Workshop was a success!!
Thank you everyone

Pictures of the Workshop participants :
INTRODUCTION TO GESTALT THERAPY AND WORKING WITH CHILDREN USING ART TOOLSA PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WEEKEND.

DATE: September  24 and 25  2011

COST FOR THE WORKSHOP:$169.00

Emerging from the background of a society addicted to growth and success is an interest again in the teachings of Gestalt founders Fritz and Laura Perls and in the many refinements made by Gestalt trainers worldwide since their passing. Those familiar with Gestalt have missed having a community where they can share their deepest selves and those new to Gestalt are just discoveringthat this kind of contact is possible. This seminar will focus on Gestalt's timeless understandings and existential practices as well as the therapy itself. Amazingly, some indigenous teachings as well as those of Buddhism and Eckhart Tolle's work have a lot in common with Gestalt principles.

 FACILITATOR: YARO STARAK

Yaro is Gestalt Psychotherapist, Gestalt trainer , Men leadership facilitator, and Author of books on Gestalt Psychotherapy & Group facilitation. He is also Director Gestalt Art Therapy Centre-Australia.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

www.gestaltarttherapycentre.blogspot.com

gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com

Mob: 04 21514907

DAY TWO: WORKING WITH CHILDREN USING ART TOOLS.

On this day the following will be exploredas an introduction to doing Gestalt work with children:

•Use of drawing and colors

•Sand play with children

•Music therapy

•Family sculpturing

DAY ONE: Gestalt as a Way of Life

On this day the basic principles and practices will be covered through experiential exercises, discussion and some personal exploration. This will include:

• The paradoxical theory of change

• The magic of role playing

• Being open to the unexpected

• Experiencing the Now: savoring and chewing

• The importance of being specific and concrete

• The creative void, the Impasse

TIME: Sat 9:30 am to 5 pm.     Sun: 9:30 am to 3 pm

WORKSHOP 13 AUGUST. MOVEMENT- DANCE and GESTALT THERAPY- Brisbane- Australia

WORKSHOP 13 of AUGUST , open to all, you can participate even if you're not psychologists or therapists.

WORKSHOP DE DANZATERAPIA en Iglés y  Español!  Si te interesa el tema de la psicologia y crecimiento personal, si te gusta la expresión artistica, si quieres pasar un Sabado diferente contactanos:

gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com www.gestaltarttherapycentre.blogspot.com

WORKSHOP 23 & 24 of JULY. Sand Play and Gestalt Therapy- Brisbane- Australia

INTRODUCTION TO GESTALT

AND SAND PLAY THERAPY

WORKSHOP 23 & 24 of July 2011

Gestalt Art Therapy Centre- Australia

 

GROUP

GESTALT and SAND PLAY THERAPY WORKSHOP 2011

GESTALT ART THERAPY CENTRE

This workshop is approved as a PD for professionals by AASW - Australian Association of Social Workers Ltd, Approved Activity. Title: Gestalt Introductory Workshop

TIME TESTED PRINCIPLES OF LIFE AND WORK

DESCRIPTION:

Emerging from the background of a society addicted to growth and success is an interest again in the teachings of Gestalt founders Fritz and Laura Perls and in the many refinements made by Gestalt trainers worldwide since their passing. Those familiar with Gestalt have missed having a community where they can share their deepest selves and those new to Gestalt are just discovering that this kind of contact is possible. This two day workshop will focus on Gestalt's timeless understandings and existential practices as well as the therapy itself. Amazingly, some indigenous teachings as well as those of Buddhism and Eckhart Tolle's work have a lot in common with Gestalt principles. In addition, this workshop will enable you to develop some beginning skills in how to work with individuals and couples using various approaches. Using the Sandplay method will enable the therapist to work with clients introducing symbolic language that opens up communication to new levels. Other methods of practice will be demonstrated such as the paradoxical theory of change, how thinking can get us into trouble, the magic of role playing, etc.

This workshop is approved as a PD for professionals by AASW.



METHODOLOGY:

The participants will be involved in the use of art tools such as figures and a sandbox in which to set up a world in miniature. In this manner, through free, creative play, unconscious processes are made visible in a three dimensional form and a pictorial world comparable to the dream experience. Through a series of creative images, we will learn how to resolve the issues that arise in the group or the individuals.



FACILITATOR: Yaro Starak.

Yaro is Gestalt Psychotherapist, Gestalt trainer , Men leadership facilitator, and Author of books on Gestalt Psychotherapy & Group facilitation. He is also Director Gestalt Art Therapy Centre-Australia.

WHERE & WHEN

Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00pm & Sunday: 9:00am - 3:00pm.

Gestalt Art Therapy Centre - Brisbane.

INVESTMENT FOR THE TWO DAYS:

$ 169.00 – This includes a gift Mini sandplay box with figure and a Book RISKING BEING ALIVE .

CONTACT: Starakister@gmail.com

Gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com

WORKSHOP IN SPAIN!!

TRAVEL TO SPAIN

AND TAKES PART AT  THE

ART THERAPY WORKSHOP!!!

More information:

Gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com

www.gestaltarttherapyspain.blogspot.com

 

GROUP SKILLS WORKSHOP

LIFE TOOLS TRAINING

WORKSHOP

All participants will receive the book free of charge

DESCRIPTION:

This workshop is for people working or training as social and community service providers wanting to further their group facilitation skills. It is also for people wanting to explore and develop confidence in their interactions in group situations.


FACILITATOR:

Yaro Starak has extensive experience for over thirty years in group facilitation in Australia and in many countries around the world.

Yaro has a warm, affirming manner and endeavours to help participants understand their unique style and gifts and to use them to their best advantage in the group situations. His perspectives in Gestalt Therapy ensure a deep understanding of the dynamics of group energy. His background in lecturing gives a clear methodology to the theoretical basis of group work.

This workshop is an approved PD for professionals.

METHODOLOGY:

The days will consist of three two hour sessions with plenty of time for discussion.

WHERE & WHEN:

FEBRUARY 26 & 27 - 2011

Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm & Sunday: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Gestalt Art Therapy Centre - Brisbane


INVESTMENT FOR THE TWO DAYS:

$ 165.00 – Includes free copy of the book


CONTACT:Starakister@gmail.com

Gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com

THE JOURNEY TO THE CENTRE

THE JOURNEY TO THE CENTRE

DESCRIPTION:

Life is a journey from the unknown (birth) to the unknown (death). While we live our life, we get entwined in a myriad of complex relationships and at times we feel at a loss or “lost” in a maze of so many tasks and responsibilities that the journey becomes like a search out of a labyrinth.

Historically labyrinths have appeared as designs on pottery or basketry, as body art, and etched on walls of caves or churches. The Romans built many primarily decorative labyrinth designs on walls and floors in tile or mosaic. Many labyrinths set in floors or on the ground are large enough that the path to the centere and back can be walked. They have historically been used both in group ritual and for private meditation.

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:

This weekend residential “retreat” will take us on a journey to the centre using art and symbols, movement and music as we walk through our “labyrinth”. We will turn aside from the highways and walk on footpaths that may lead us out of the maze of life.

WHERE & WHEN:

4th to 6th November, 2011.

Mooyabil Retreat Mullumbimby-NSW

YOUR INVESTMENT:

Please email to obtain the package price

for both Workshop + Accommodation

CONTACT:Starakister@gmail.com

Gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com

PSYCHODRAMA

WORKSHOP

DESCRIPTION:

Psychodrama is a method of psychotherapy in which clients are encouraged to complete their personal growth through dramatization, role playing and dramatic self-presentation. Developed by Jacob L. Moreno, psychodrama has strong elements of theatre.


FACILITATOR: Dr Barry Blicharski.

Barry is a psychiatrist in private practice in Sydney. He has trained in Gestalt Therapy, Psychodrama and Sandplay and has taught experiential psychotherapies in Brisbane and Sydney for the last twenty five years. Barry is an accredited psychodrama director.


METHODOLOGY:

The workshop will illustrate and develop the theory and practice of psychodrama by participant’s involvement in role play and action exercises.. Theory will be discussed as it emerges in the action process. In the course of the weekend you can expect to gain a cognitive and experiential understanding of the world of psychodrama.

TIMES and PLACE:

SEPTEMBER 17 & 18 - 2011

Sat 9:00 am to 5:00 pm & Sun: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Gestalt Art Therapy Centre - Brisbane


YOUR INVESTMENT FOR THE TWO DAYS:

$ 250.00 – includes a gift – a white mask

CONTACT:Starakister@gmail.com

Gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com

FEELINGS IN MOTION

AND GESTALT

DESCRIPTION:

This workshop is designed for everyone who wishes to receive new and innovative knowledge and skills to apply in their therapeutic work or in their inner life.

In this workshop you will be able to examine your emotional and creative expression in a different way. Using body movement you will re-discover a new language of communication and find your innermost connection with the Universal Vibrations. You do not require any experience in body work.

FACILITATOR: Gemma Garcia

She is Gestalt Art Therapist, Ericksonian hypnotist trained at the Psychology Faculty Valencia(Spain). She is Aurasoma Therapist L1. and a Visual Artist. Gemma´s paintings are an expression of her self. She is also co-Director Gestalt Art Therapy Centre- Australia.

METHODOLOGY:

* Meditation and connecting with inner vibrations

* Body expression with a variety of musical processes

* Integration of the work with the Gestalt Art Therapy approach to body work

PLEASE NOTE

Come to the workshop dressed in comfortable clothing.

WHERE & WHEN:

AUGUST 13 - 2011

Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00pm.

Gestalt Art Therapy Centre - Brisbane

YOUR INVESTMENT:

$ 50 – Including a gift - A colourful scarf.

CONTACT:Starakister@gmail.com

Gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com

FAMILY CONSTELLATIONS

WORKSHOP

DESCRIPTION:

Family Constellations work is a systemic approach to therapy in groups developed by Bert Hellinger. It pays attention to the family system of the person working rather than focusing attention only on the person. If one element in a constellation is moving, the energy affects the whole family system that will seek a healthy balance. Also, the work of one person working affects the energy of the group participating in the workshop because many of the issues of the client touch similar issues of other group members. Constellation work is very powerful in solving the deep problems that are hidden in each person, couple or family.


FACILITATOR: Maria Dolenc

Maria Dolenc has her own unique style and passion for this work. She is a qualified Gestalt Therapist, Family Constellation Facilitator and Addictions Counsellor working with individuals, couples, families and groups. She has lectured on Holistic Counselling at Nature Care College and has worked in various capacities at South Pacific Private including Clinical Supervisor. Maria has been co-director at Gestalt Therapy Sydney and now devotes her time mainly to Family Constellation work. She has studied with leaders in the field both locally and overseas and has conducted workshops and practitioner training on this work in the Blue Mountains and Sydney regularly over the last few years.


METHODOLOGY:

The workshop is presented in a group situation using a gestalt-systemic and process oriented approach.


TIMES and PLACE:

OCTOBER 08 & 09 - 2011

Sat 9:00 am to 5:00 pm & Sun: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Gestalt Art Therapy Centre - Brisbane

YOUR INVESTMENT FOR THE TWO DAYS: $ 250.00

CONTACT:Starakister@gmail.com

Gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com

The open house has been postponed to a date later in this year.

We will inform you of the new date soon.

OPEN HOUSE  

INVITATION TO JOIN US

 

PROGRAMME:

Welcome ritual and tea and cofee

Creative presentation of art therapy

Clown party - enactment of two clowns

Light lunch and departure


(Leave flier as is except for typo – space after July 30th)



WHERE & WHEN:

JULY 30 - 2011

Saturday 10:00 am to 1:00 pm - Light lunch included.

Gestalt Art Therapy Centre - Brisbane


COST: FREE


CONTACT:For more information please write us.

Gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com

To celebrate the start of the GESTALT ART THERAPY CENTRE

FAMILY CONSTELLATIONS

WORKSHOP

DESCRIPTION:


Family Constellations work is a systemic approach to therapy in groups developed by Bert Hellinger. It pays attention to the family system of the person working rather than focusing attention only on the person. If one element in the constellation is moving, the energy affects the whole family system that will seek a healthy balance. Also, the work of one person working affects the energy of the group participating in the workshop because many of the issues of the client touch similar issues of other group members.

FACILITATOR:

Margarete Koening has worked for twenty five years in the therapeutic fields. She is a senior trainer for various Gestalt Institutes as well as providing supervision for gestalt students and therapists. She trained in Family Constellation work with Victor Chu and Robert Langlotz in 1999. Margaret’s diverse training and experience includes being a service provider for North Coast Aboriginal Corporation and a supervisor for Lifeline. Currently she runs Family Constellation training in NZ and Australia. Since 1992 she has run her own practice on the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

METHODOLOGY:

The workshop is presented in a group situation with the facilitator supporting the many processes that emerge when a person volunteers to work. The approach is gestalt-systemic and process oriented.

WHERE & WHEN

APRIL 02 & 03 - 2011

Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00pm & Sunday: 9:00am - 4:00pm.

Gestalt Art Therapy Centre - Brisbane


INVESTMENT FOR THE TWO DAYS: $ 250.00

CONTACT:Starakister@gmail.com

Gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com

THE SEVEN HOPS OF A FROG

2011

THE SEVEN HOPS OF A FROG

CREATIVE SKILLS WORKSHOPS

DESCRIPTION:

This is a series of seven one day workshops wherein participants will discover all the steps necessary to awaken creativity in their lives. These skills can be applied as tools for personal and professional development. The training is suitable for both the general public as well as professional counsellors and therapists.

This training is accredited as a PD for professionals.



METHODOLOGY:

Each workshop will provide participants with concrete skills to become more creative in work, relationships and personal growth and at stage of their lives.



Dates and Topics:

1-  05 /03 /11- Motivation

2-  26 /03 /11- Capacity to Observe

5 - 20 /08 /11- Risking Being Alive

3 - 09 /04 /11- Creative Materials

4 - 09 /07 /11- Being in Chaos & Incertitude

5-  20 /08 /11- Risking Being Alive5

6 -  24 /09 /11- Creativity in Groups

7 - 22 /10 /11- In the End is the Beginning


WHERE & WHEN

Sat 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Gestalt Art Therapy Centre - Brisbane


INVESTMENT:

Seven Day Package: $700.00

Single workshops: $130.00

* All prices include GST.

CONTACT:Starakister@gmail.com

Gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com

ADVANCED MEN'S GROUP

LEADERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAM

Because of demands on the trainer there can only be two opportunities to attend this

program in 2011. Expressions of interest are now invited from men who wish

 to be involved in the ADVANCED MEN LEADERSHIP

 Training starting 26th & 27th OF MARCH and 9th & 10th of APRIL 2011.

(Spaces are limited to 14 and each time it’s run it sells out. Places are secured on a first come basis)

This training is rare because it deals specifically with male group dynamics, in particular

with how to lead and facilitate men. The training is by Yaro Starak, an experienced

professional trainer in group work with an international reputation, and a focus that’s

experiential rather than academic.

The training has gathered energy and reputation each time it’s been run and not only

includes solid instruction on group process skills plus a comprehensive book (just

published). It also contains fertile aspects of ritual and male initiation processes. This

has been a great opportunity and resulting in a training that has grown to become a

place of self discovery, learning and mentioning.

The selection criteria for those wishing to be trained in ADVANCED men’s group

leadership:

1 A passion and valuing attitude to working with men in groups.

2 An open attitude to learn from an elder.

3 Ability to receive feedback from peers openly.

4 A willingness to participate as a learner and group leader with skills more than just

a facilitator.

5 To have a commitment to your own growth and self awareness.

THE TRAINER:

Yaro Starak, B.A., M.S.W., Gestalt Therapist & Trainer – Brisbane.

Yaro has 29 years of experience leading workshops in group process work and in teaching

group dynamic skills. He lectured undergraduate and postgraduate students in group work

at the University of Queensland for over 25 years. He conducts international workshops and

writes about group dynamics. Yaro has published two books and a variety of articles on

Group Dynamics, and has led men’s groups and training groups for men since 1994.  His

new book, LIFE TOOLS: TRAINING THROUGH SMALL GROUPS - AN EXPERIENTIAL

APPROACH (2010), Is a gift to all who attend the workshop.

Fee for a week-end: $ 350.00 with a discount of $50.00 when paid two weeks

before the dates above. For more information email Yaro Starak.

starakister@gmail.com

 REGISTER AND GET YOUR FREE BOOK.

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GESTALT ART THERAPY CENTRE

BRISBANE 2010