Working Effectively with Two Chairs

Combining theory, skills, practical demonstrations and a guided exercise, to experience this exceptionally powerful therapeutic intervention.  Alan Leach, BSc. Clinical Psychology, studied at the Gestalt Therapy Institute of Philadelphia, USA, and has worked in the fields of counselling and psychotherapy for thirty years. His professional expertise embraces dreams, grief and shame. He was a member of the 9/11 British Support Team in NYC. Alan continues to practice as a Gestalt psychotherapist and supervisor in the UK, but as a sought-after Public Speaker he now delivers workshops across Europe, the USA and Australia. He most recently delivered the Two Chair workshop in Melbourne and Sydney for the Australian Centre for Existential Practice.   The powerful Two Chair workshop will cover: - Understanding the theoretical underpinning of two chair work - Setting up, managing and working towards closure in chair work - Demonstrations and practice - Trouble shooting the pitfalls of chair work   “Two Chair' work must arise from the immediate therapeutic encounter that requires a timely and skilful application to ensure a meaningful experience for both counsellor and client.” Alan Leach. Testimonials to Alan’s workshops include:  "Chair work is an exciting and creative approach to change and healing. When used judiciously and with clinical sensitivity, it has the power to transform and liberate patients in deep and profound ways" - Scott Kellogg, PhD  "Still picking my jaw up off the floor from the Two Chair workshop! Amazing new dimension to therapy discovered for me...can't wait to discover more"! – Counsellor  "I really enjoyed the workshop - I was so happy to be able to have first-hand experience exploring my dreams. I never for one minute thought I would be overcome with all that emotion. It was such a powerful experience, I can only hope that I can be that successful with my clients one day". - Counsellor   Cancellations / Refunds * Fees paid are fully refundable up to and including 14 days before the event * If you cancel within 13 days or less of the event, your fee is non-refundable Lunch / Drinks * Please bring your own pack up lunch OR * If you wish NWCH to provide a buffet lunch (range of sandwiches, etc.) this will be an additional £7.50 – payable when booking your course. * For specific dietary requirements, please email nadine@nwcounsellinghub.co.uk * NWCH will provide hot and cold drinks and biscuits at every course, at no additional cost  Venue * Training will be at NW Counselling Hub, Unit 9 Allenby Business Park, Crofton Rd, Lincoln, LN3 4NL