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Relational Skills Workshop (Virtual)


This 2-day workshop provides an accessible and cost-effective alternative to traditional therapy, welcoming individuals and couples ready to enhance their relationships and interpersonal skills. This workshop integrates perspectives from leading relational therapy experts such as Esther Perel, Sue Johnson, John Gottman, and Terry Real. In our workshop you will learn:

Effective Communication: Skills to foster open and honest dialogue.

Emotional Connection: Techniques to deepen intimacy and understanding.

Conflict Resolution: Strategies for resolving disagreements constructively.

Attachment Awareness: Insights into your attachment styles and their impact on your relationship.

Positive Interaction Patterns: Tools to create and maintain healthy dynamics.

Empathy Building: Ways to cultivate empathy and compassion for your partner.

Goal Setting: How to set and achieve relational goals together.

By the end of the workshop, you'll have practical tools to enhance your relationship and strengthen your bond.



1. Identify the Losing Strategies in Relationships

  • Understanding Patterns: Learn to recognize behaviors that lead to disconnection, such as blame, criticism, contempt, stonewalling or withdrawal.

  • Self-Reflection: Engage in introspective exercises to identify personal and relational habits that undermine trust and intimacy.

  • Impact Analysis: Explore how these strategies affect not only the relationship but also individual well-being, paving the way for change.

2. Build Healthy Self-Esteem and Boundaries

  • Self-Worth Exploration: Discover techniques to enhance self-esteem, understanding your intrinsic value and how it affects relationships.

  • Boundary Setting: Learn to establish and communicate personal boundaries effectively, fostering mutual respect and reducing resentment.

  • Empowerment: Gain confidence in asserting your needs and desires without fear of conflict, fostering a healthier relational dynamic.

3. Identify Entrenched Relational Patterns

  • Pattern Recognition: Examine recurring cycles of behavior that may be negatively impacting the relationship.

  • Historical Context: Understand how past experiences and family dynamics shape current relational patterns, facilitating deeper insights.

  • Intervention Strategies: Develop practical strategies to interrupt these patterns and implement healthier alternatives.

4. Listen with Curiosity

  • Active Listening Skills: Cultivate the ability to listen without judgment, focusing on truly understanding your partner's perspective.

  • Asking Open-Ended Questions: Practice engaging in conversations that encourage exploration and deeper sharing of thoughts and feelings.

  • Creating Emotional Safety: Foster an environment where both partners feel safe to express themselves, enhancing connection and empathy.

5. Create a Self-Regulation Toolbox

  • Emotional Regulation Techniques: Learn practical tools to manage your emotions, such as mindfulness, breathing exercises, or grounding techniques.

  • Coping Strategies: Identify personal coping mechanisms to deal with stress and conflict in healthier ways, reducing impulsivity.

  • Practice and Integration: Regularly practice these strategies, integrating them into daily life to enhance emotional resilience and stability.

6. Practice the Winning Strategies in Relationships

  • Positive Communication: Learn and practice effective communication strategies that promote understanding and connection.

  • Building Empathy: Explore ways to cultivate empathy, allowing you to respond to your partner's feelings and needs with compassion.

  • Celebrating Successes: Develop a habit of acknowledging and reinforcing positive interactions, fostering a culture of appreciation and cherishing in the relationship.

7. Move Away from Reactivity into Connection and Relational Joy

  • Recognizing Triggers: Identify personal emotional triggers that lead to reactive behaviors, promoting awareness and self-control.

  • Intentional Responses: Shift from knee-jerk reactions to intentional responses that prioritize connection and understanding.

  • Fostering Joy: Explore activities and practices that enhance relational joy, such as shared hobbies, rituals, or quality time, strengthening the bond.

By focusing on these components, participants can develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, leading to more fulfilling connections.

When:

Saturday, February 1st 9am-4pm

Sunday, February 2nd 9am-4pm

This workshop is open to all individuals and couples residing in one of the 39 Psypact States. Join me and Dr. Mira Svatovic for a weekend workshop. Click below to register for The Relational Skills Workshop or request information.

Please be aware that this is an educational workshop and not psychotherapy. Attending the workshops will not create a doctor-patient relationship with me or Dr. Mira Svatovic.