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Therapeutic Writing: Breaking down barriers and supporting Healing

The English course is currently on hold as it will be re-created as a stand alone online course people can do on their own time.  It continues to be offered in French.  Visit www.formationssyllabus.com for information.  


This experiential and educational workshop is offered to psychotherapists and other professionals interested in narrative and expressive approaches.  It is geared to those who wish to explore the benefits of therapeutic writing as a tool to enhance wellbeing. Zoom: experiential, theoretical, interactive, and supportive.  


Info about journal writing

Journaling using the MOSS

Journaling for finding balance

Journaling for finding balance

Listen to a podcast interview  on Journal Talk where I describe the MOSS and how it can help you situate yourself better and direct your journaling.

Journaling for finding balance

Journaling for finding balance

Journaling for finding balance

Here is a guest post regarding my experience of journal writing.

Words and Waves 2019

Journaling for finding balance

Words and Waves 2019

See the highlights of a journaling writing retreat held  in Woody Point, Newfoundland and Labrador.  Information 

Therapeutic Writing

Why write?

 

Writing has saved my life many times over. It gave me a voice when I felt powerless, helped me calm down when stressed, guided me through difficult decisions, provided insight for me to get to know myself better, and assisted me in purging difficult memories or emotions. Through writing, I have befriended myself and learned to trust in my strength, resilience and intuition.

 

There are many wonderful books available on journal writing, as well as many workshops and online courses individuals can participate in. However, as a social worker, I have seen that individuals who might most benefit from such books or workshops often can't because of poverty and a lack of access to a computer, credit card or Internet. Mental health issues, lack of childcare, bus fare or workshop fees can also be barriers to accessing these resources.


It is because of this outreach gap that I choose to focus on training professionals in the use of therapeutic writing. Social workers, counsellors, psychologists, nurses, and youth leaders are ideally positioned to reach out to those who may need extra support. I have seen first-hand how a group or individual writing process can empower clients to make changes, face fears, process grief and find strength. 


In addition to being a tool that can be used with clients or group participants, the techniques you learn will benefit you by adding to your self-care strategies as well as by feeding your creativity, intuition and compassion for yourself and others.

Professionals

You want to help clients access their feelings in a different way?  You know writing can help them, but you don't know how to proceed?  Check out my Consultation and Training section for courses to help you.  

Clients

Writing is a modality I often use in the therapeutic process.  For some individuals it is difficult to open up and express feelings. Writing offers you another way to sort out emotions, pain, concerns, try out new thoughts, or practice saying what you need to say.  I offer different writing exercises along with prompts for further reflection. Writing can open the door to self-discovery, and increased confidence.

The Power of Creativity and Writing

Presentation at the Annual Meeting and Education Day of the OCSWSSW #AMED2018

Watch part of the presentation.  Was recorded as Facebook Live on May 24, 2018.  If you have any questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to contact me.


Part 1


Part 2 

How journaling helps - individuals share their experiences

Dima Dupéré

Alexander de Luca

Sara Samuels

Host and organizer of Words and Waves.  Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist.  Ottawa.


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Sara Samuels

Alexander de Luca

Sara Samuels

Licensed counsellor from Missouri.


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Alexander de Luca

Alexander de Luca

Alexander de Luca

Alexander shares why journaling changed his life


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PowerPoint and handout from AMED2018 presentation

2018_AMED_Session_A2_handout (pdf)Download
2018_AMED_Session_A2 (pdf)Download

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