Description
This group offers you the chance of learning alongside others who are affected by the events in the Gaza – Israeli conflict. Participants will expand their understanding of themselves and gain depth of the different levels that this conflict has had on themselves and those around them. People often find that others have similar experiences. Hearing other’s voices on this issue in a safe environment led by two highly skilled therapists working with conflict can bring more internal peace around dealing with a very difficult topic.
The goal is to understand the part of you that wants to engage in rage, finger pointing and dehumanizing others, having compassion for that part of us, and connecting deeply with our hearts, minds and bodies so that we respond from a wise healthy, even healing part of us. Those that attend can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the emotions around this and other conflicts in themselves and others.
The group also provides a very supportive environment where people are treated with respect and understanding that facilitates the transformation of anger into something constructive.
Join us for six 2-hour group sessions by video conference (zoom). By attending this group you can expect to:
- Understand the physiology and the neurobiology of anger and other emotions
- Gain more control over the usual responses when anger arises
- Reflect on the relationship between emotions, social constructs, and culture
- Hear what has worked for others in similar situations
- Reduce anxiety, increase connection with others and gain compassion
- Develop a clear plan to deal with difficult situations
- Have a better idea of what to do when we deal with someone else’s anger
- Gain understanding about how trauma impacts decision making and can be passed down over generations. We cover this in a non-judgemental manner. Most of us carry some trauma in our bodies.
- Understand how healing can happen in ourselves and in others.
- The group provides a very supportive, respectful, and compassionate approach that allows the transformation of anger into something constructive. Participants expand their insight about themselves and their relationships by reflecting on their own and listening to others’ experiences concerning the themes and ideas presented.
Date & Time
Thursday, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PST
May 16th – June 20th
Limited to 16 spots.
Facilitators
Alistair Moes and Alejandra Proaño, MPsy, MSc, MLit, RCC
Cost
The cost per person for attending a 6-week group session is $1200 tax included. To register, a non-refundable $300 deposit is required. A sliding scale is available for those on IA or disability. We accept Interac e-transfer, cash, cheque, Visa, American Express, and Mastercard.
Location
All of our groups take place online via zoom. By facilitating these groups online, we provide the chance for people from outside our province, and different parts of the world to join us offering our services from the comfort of your own space.
Please note: the $300 deposit fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.
