Date and Time: Friday, October 18, 2019 - 9:00 am to 4:45 pm
Instructors: Ann E. Drouilhet, LICSW, LMFT with Liz Brenner, LICSW
Location: Waltham, MA
Credits: 6 CEs
Instructors: Ann E. Drouilhet, LICSW, LMFT with Liz Brenner, LICSW
Location: Waltham, MA
Credits: 6 CEs
Description
This workshop will offer a thorough review of the assumptions, theory and methods of the IFS application to Couples Therapy known as Intimacy from the Inside Out (IFIO). Developed by Toni Herbine-Blank, this model of couple therapy offers an efficient use of many of the basic Internal Family Systems skills to working with couples. We will begin with a review by Liz Brenner of the basic assumptions and practices of the Internal Family Systems Model. Then our time will be spent with Ann Drouilhet's in-depth presentation of the IFIO model, showing and discussing video of Toni’s work, leading relevant internal exploration to help practitioners learn the model from the inside out as well as demonstrating IFIO protocols.
Ann will teach participants how to track sequences of interaction between couples which include how parts of them interact with each other in repetitive, problematic patterns. She will illustrate a skillful way to invite each couple member to be willing to work on what they bring to the relational impasse. Participants will learn how to help individual clients bring their best Selves to their relationships. This is accomplished by helping each individual be the primary caretaker for their own emotional needs. Participants will learn how to help individual clients to unblend (be at a reflective distance) from protective parts that defend them thus allowing them to bring Self Leadership to the relationship (allow their wise Self to be in relationship with their partner). Strategies to help them be the primary caretaker for their own vulnerabilities allow them to also show up in healthy ways for and with their partners. Protocols for doing individual parts work in the context of couple therapy will be taught. A model for helping clients speak for rather than from their parts (i.e. speaking about reactive thoughts and feelings rather than acting them out in the session) in a way that creates the possibility of generative conversations that enhance intimacy will be shown.
Ann brings a deep knowledge of family systems, Internal Family Systems and IFIO thinking and practices to her teaching of this model of couple therapy. This workshop is open to helping professionals who have a range of experience with IFS and IFIO. It will be a thorough introduction to those who are new to the model and an intensive review and deepening of practice for those who have been exposed to the work. Before or after the workshop, participants will be glad to read Toni Herbine-Blank’s book Intimacy from the Inside Out: Courage and Compassion in Intimate Relationships. A basic review of the IFS model, The Larger Self, written by Richard Schwartz will be shared with participants prior the workshop to help everyone be oriented to the content of the training.
Ann will teach participants how to track sequences of interaction between couples which include how parts of them interact with each other in repetitive, problematic patterns. She will illustrate a skillful way to invite each couple member to be willing to work on what they bring to the relational impasse. Participants will learn how to help individual clients bring their best Selves to their relationships. This is accomplished by helping each individual be the primary caretaker for their own emotional needs. Participants will learn how to help individual clients to unblend (be at a reflective distance) from protective parts that defend them thus allowing them to bring Self Leadership to the relationship (allow their wise Self to be in relationship with their partner). Strategies to help them be the primary caretaker for their own vulnerabilities allow them to also show up in healthy ways for and with their partners. Protocols for doing individual parts work in the context of couple therapy will be taught. A model for helping clients speak for rather than from their parts (i.e. speaking about reactive thoughts and feelings rather than acting them out in the session) in a way that creates the possibility of generative conversations that enhance intimacy will be shown.
Ann brings a deep knowledge of family systems, Internal Family Systems and IFIO thinking and practices to her teaching of this model of couple therapy. This workshop is open to helping professionals who have a range of experience with IFS and IFIO. It will be a thorough introduction to those who are new to the model and an intensive review and deepening of practice for those who have been exposed to the work. Before or after the workshop, participants will be glad to read Toni Herbine-Blank’s book Intimacy from the Inside Out: Courage and Compassion in Intimate Relationships. A basic review of the IFS model, The Larger Self, written by Richard Schwartz will be shared with participants prior the workshop to help everyone be oriented to the content of the training.
Outline for the Workshop
9 am to 10:30 am
Introduction and review of the assumptions and constructs in IFS Therapy
Introduction to the Assumptions of IFIO
Exploration of Therapist Parts and Parts of the Therapist
Guided meditation to discover aspects of the participant in relationship that can bring gifts and challenges in their role as couple therapist
10:45 am to 12:30 pm
Introduction to the IFIO “Road Map”
Explanation and demonstration of the steps to Tracking a Sequence
Video demonstrating Tracking a Sequence
1:30 pm to 2:45 pm
Explanation and demonstration of Courageous Communication
Video demonstrating Courageous Communication
3 to 4:30 pm
Explanation and demonstration of Unblending
Exercise to practice Unblending
Introduction to working with an individual in the presence of their partner
4:00 to 4:45 Feedback and Evaluation
Completion of workshop evaluations
Introduction and review of the assumptions and constructs in IFS Therapy
Introduction to the Assumptions of IFIO
Exploration of Therapist Parts and Parts of the Therapist
Guided meditation to discover aspects of the participant in relationship that can bring gifts and challenges in their role as couple therapist
10:45 am to 12:30 pm
Introduction to the IFIO “Road Map”
Explanation and demonstration of the steps to Tracking a Sequence
Video demonstrating Tracking a Sequence
1:30 pm to 2:45 pm
Explanation and demonstration of Courageous Communication
Video demonstrating Courageous Communication
3 to 4:30 pm
Explanation and demonstration of Unblending
Exercise to practice Unblending
Introduction to working with an individual in the presence of their partner
4:00 to 4:45 Feedback and Evaluation
Completion of workshop evaluations
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to
- List a few essential assumptions of the IFIO model that differentiate it from other models of couple therapy
- Explain the theory and describe the methods of each of the four core protocols of the IFIO model
- Identify and “unblend” from parts of the therapist that may interfere with the effective application of the IFIO model in couple therapy
Instructors
Ann E Drouilhet, LICSW, LMFT, has a private practice in Framingham, MA where she sees couples along a broad continuum of distress. Originally trained as a Marriage and Family Therapist at the Kantor Family Institute where she was also on the faculty, Ann has found her study and practice of both IFS and IFIO to have transformed and deepened her passion for working with all systems: individual, couples and families. Ann is an Assistant Trainer for the IFS Level 2 Basic IFIO training, Intimacy from the Inside Out, and offers consultation for therapists who have completed the Basic Level IFIO training.
Liz Brenner, LICSW, is the course director and primary instructor for the Intensive Certificate Program in Family Systems Therapy. Her clinical work and teaching integrate family systems, interpersonal neurobiology, attachment, mindfulness, trauma and recovery orientations. Her work in child psychiatric inpatient, home based, residential and outpatient settings inform her passion for working competently and compassionately with couples and families. Liz is a Supervisor in the Couple and Family Therapy Program at Cambridge Health Alliance as a teaching associate for Harvard Medical School, the co-director of the Harvard Couples Conference and on the Executive Committee for Clinicians United. She is a Level 2 LifeForce Yoga and EMDR practitioner and a Level 3 IFS practitioner. In her office in Watertown, Liz sees adolescents and adults in individual, couple and family therapy. Liz also provides individual and group supervision, agency consultation and training. She has provided training for DCF and DMH staff in a variety of settings.
Target Audience
This learning event is designed for helping professionals including, but not limited to, social workers, psychologists, mental health counselors, marriage & family therapists, and nurses. We design the learning methodology to further develop beginning, intermediate, and advanced helping professionals by supporting improvement of skills for direct practice, supervision, and management positions. People who attend from professions other than those we are able to provide CEs for may request a Certificate of Attendance.
Location
First Parish Church
50 Church St.
Waltham, MA 02452
Places to stay for out of towners:
The Walker Center in Auburndale is a quirky, homey place to stay in a set of historic buildings. The staff is very friendly. We hold some of our events there. It's a 10 - 15 minute Lyft/Uber ride to the venue and is accessible from the airport on the Green line (1/4 mile walk from Riverside Station). Details here
There are two commuter rail stops in Waltham. One is called Waltham (1/3 mile walk to First Parish Waltham)
Here are Waltham AirBnBs. You may find places near enough to walk to the workshop which is close to the downtown area with LOTS of restaurants and shops.
Here is a link to local hotels/motels
50 Church St.
Waltham, MA 02452
Places to stay for out of towners:
The Walker Center in Auburndale is a quirky, homey place to stay in a set of historic buildings. The staff is very friendly. We hold some of our events there. It's a 10 - 15 minute Lyft/Uber ride to the venue and is accessible from the airport on the Green line (1/4 mile walk from Riverside Station). Details here
There are two commuter rail stops in Waltham. One is called Waltham (1/3 mile walk to First Parish Waltham)
Here are Waltham AirBnBs. You may find places near enough to walk to the workshop which is close to the downtown area with LOTS of restaurants and shops.
Here is a link to local hotels/motels
Cost
Individual Registration: $140, $130 early registration, received by 9/6/19.
Group Registration: $130 per person for groups of two or more, $125 per person early registration for groups of two or more, received by 9/6/19. Groups must register and pay together to receive the discount.
Members of Clinicians United, Black Therapists Rock, NEAFAST and people working in Caring Together programs may access a discounted rate of $120. Please contact us for discount codes. No application is required.
Group Registration: $130 per person for groups of two or more, $125 per person early registration for groups of two or more, received by 9/6/19. Groups must register and pay together to receive the discount.
Members of Clinicians United, Black Therapists Rock, NEAFAST and people working in Caring Together programs may access a discounted rate of $120. Please contact us for discount codes. No application is required.
Registration Information
You may register and pay online using a credit card, your Paypal account or a check. To pay by check, you may register online, indicate that you will pay by check and follow instructions to mail payment.
OR You may register by snail mail by downloading the registration form and sending it with your check.
Group registrants must register together online and/or mail multiple checks in the same envelope to get the discount.
Your space is not secured for an event until we receive payment.
OR You may register by snail mail by downloading the registration form and sending it with your check.
Group registrants must register together online and/or mail multiple checks in the same envelope to get the discount.
Your space is not secured for an event until we receive payment.
Workshop CEs
Participants MUST attend 100% of the program to earn the 6 contact hours approved. Certificates will be given at the end of the event after you are fully paid and have completed the evaluation form. Details for approved professions: 6 CEs have been approved for licensed Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology and Nursing professionals by Commonwealth Educational Seminars. Licensed Mental Health Counselors can earn 6 contact hours as Therapy Training Boston has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6707. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Therapy Training Boston is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. For more detailed information about CEs, read this.
Cancellations and Refunds
Workshops and courses may be cancelled by Therapy Training Boston if minimum enrollment requirements are not met. In this case, full fees will be refunded or applied to future programs. Otherwise, no refunds are provided for registrants.
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