Who are you now?
Our world requires us to work with each other and as it becomes a faster and more diverse place, this can be quite a challenge.
How do we fit in but still retain our individuality?
How can we make our voice heard, without stepping on anyone else?
How do we make sure that we are not being stepped on?
Do people see us as we think they do, or are we getting lost in translation?
How can we make our relationships at home/ work more fulfilling?
Self awareness is a key component of my work and, through using the group process, I encourage individuals to learn about themselves, together. By grounding my work in the Person Centred Approach, developed by the Humanistic Psychologist, Carl Rogers, I give people the skills to try out a different way of being. I provide education, training and personal development programmes that give people the space to reflect on who they are now, whilst exploring how much more they can be. The learning is self discovered and relevant. It is learning that lasts.
My background as Course Director of Counselling Skills at UEA has given me years of experience working in this way. By bringing these skills to those outside the Counselling room, individuals discover that they can bring more of themselves to their relationships, and organisations discover that they can reap the benefits.
Existing programmes include:
* Introduction to Counselling Skills (Listening Skills and
Self Awareness)
* Introduction to Counselling Theory (Exploring Personality
and the Person Centred Approach)
* Active Listening Skills
* Group working skills
* Teaching/ Working with Emotional Intelligence
* Write out Loud: creative writing as a medium for building
relationships
* Personal Development workshops
* Facilitation services
Who are you now? is based in Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom
Who are you now? Seminar Schedule
Training, Development and Education programmes designed and delivered specifically for your needs.
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Click "SEMINAR" tab for 2009/ 2010 programme or check my website www. whoareyounow. co. uk for more information
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Introduction to Counselling Skills (Listening Skills and Self Awareness)
This course gives you the opportunity to develop your understanding of active listening and relating in a way that embodies an attitude of genuine, non-judgmental understanding. The focus of the course is on experiential groupwork to help foster the self awareness needed to develop these essential qualities. Applications are received on the understanding that participants recognise that knowing oneself is a fundamental aspect of the effective use of counselling skills. You will be encouraged to reflect on your own experience and listen to others in a caring, respectful and open manner. You should also expect to spend about 4 hours a week on reading, completing assignments and keeping a learning journal.
This 25 hour course provides a suitable foundation for further study at certificate level (including the Certificate in Counselling Skills at UEA).
There will be a short written assignment and a practical appraisal of your listening skills in a 10-15 minute observed listening session. You will receive written feedback on your skills development and understanding of key principles.
Cost: 250 (There is a 50 non-refundable deposit)
Invoices will be sent with confirmation of your booking.
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Introduction to Counselling Theory (Exploring Personality and the Person Centred Approach)
This course is about exploring the ideas and work of Carl Rogers, who pioneered the person centred approach. This course will give you first hand experience of learning and working in a person-centred environment and provide opportunities for personal development and increased self-awareness. Through exploring his theory behind the concept of personality, and using you own personal experience as a resource, you will learn a great deal about yourself and about how you respond to others. There will be a lot of groupwork and an encounter group day.
This 20 hour course is a compulsory unit for further study at certificate level (eg. the Certificate in Counselling Skills at UEA).
There will be a short written assignment.
Cost: 190 (There is a 40 non-refundable deposit)
Invoices will be sent with confirmation of your booking.
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Active Listening Skills Workshops
Active listening lays the foundation for the development of effective communication skills based on respect and mutual cooperation. It involves a range of interpersonal skills that express your attention, empathy, and respect. It is about focusing and concentrating not only on what is being said but the accompanying emotions and feelings that are also being expressed and provides a safe format for the individual to have their concerns heard and to receive feedback. The process can support people to develop their emotional vocabulary and to understand and manage their feelings. As well as supporting one-to-one approaches, active listening can be used in groups as a basis for establishing trust.
These workshops are ideal for anyone who wants to develop their listening and responding skills. They will give participants an opportunity to explore ways of saying what they have to say, responsibly, and in a caring, respectful and open way. By grounding my work in the theory behind Carl Rogers' Person Centred Approach, we will have a solid foundation from which to reflect on and improve our practice. We will:
* recognise and practice the skills of Active Listening
* try out new ways of responding
* learn how to respond in challenging situations, exploring how we can support and empower the people we work with
* develop our ability to relate with empathy and respect
* become more aware of how we listen and why we respond as we do
* relate to others in the group and experience the challenge of giving and receiving feedback
* appreciate difference and diversity
2 hour Taster workshop
4 hour Skills Practice workshop
6 hour Challenging Listening Situations (tailor made to suit your needs)
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Working Effectively in a Group
This workshop will provide opportunities for participants to explore how they feel about working in a group, and what they can contribute that will make the experience more 'effective' for them and the group itself. Individuals will be asked to draw on their own experience of working in groups or teams and will be encouraged to share this with the rest of the group. Using key texts (Tuckman, 1965; Adair, 1986 and Mearns, 1997) participants will gain an awareness of how groups work, and what can help/ hinder their process. We will:
* develop strategies which encourage us to make future group working situations more effective
* develop our understanding of the subjectivity of perception
* experience the challenge of giving and receiving feedback
* become more aware of how and why we behave as we do in a group
This workshop may be the ideal start to groups wanting to run a series of Facilitated Personal Development Groups (see below).
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Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence is 'the capacity for recognising our own feelings and those of others, for motivating ourselves, and for managing emotions well, in ourselves and in our relationships.' (Goleman 1998: 317)
Working with Emotional Intelligence:
Being emotionally intelligent at work means that we are aware of and can manage, our intrapersonal skills (what is going on inside us) and our interpersonal skills (what is going on in/ between, other people). This can enhance our practice. Self awareness is the starting point in this process and through using the group and encouraging individuals to reflect on their feelings, attitudes and behaviours, we are able to develop the skills they already have and build on the competencies that might be missing.
Teaching with Emotional Intelligence:
There is evidence to suggest that when emotional intelligence is used in our teaching practice, then our relationship with students is enhanced. Engagement with the subject can increase; there can be greater motivation, a willingness to take risks, a readiness to collaborate with others and more creativity in the classroom. (Mortiboys 2002, 2005) Our workshop invites participants to become critically aware and, through group work and feedback, explore and understand their teaching roles within the context of Emotional Intelligence. We will explore simple strategies to encourage and support emotional intelligence in our planning and teaching, as well as discussing ways of handling more challenging situations.
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Write Out Loud
Our team of three offers you an opportunity to discover yourself, or in the case of organisations, the individual that makes up your customer base and/ or team of employees. You might want to use their story to communicate your organisation's story. By listening to what you want to learn we will advise you on the best way of getting there. We are trained to get the most out of the written and spoken word, which means we get results. It is our policy to work with people who want want to be there - it has to be voluntary
* We provide a supportive and encouraging environment where this person can pause to reflect on the context/ situation that you choose. We encourage them to think about where they've been, where they are going and who they are now.
* We will ask them to record (in writing or on tape) their experience of the situation/ context that you have chosen.
* By using Group Work and Creative Writing skills, we will encourage these people to expand their boundaries and find different ways to express themselves. They will leave having experienced and learnt more about the skills of listening, creative thinking, self-disclosure and giving and receiving feedback. Your skills pool will increase as a result
* Our experience tells us that they leave feeling their self confidence and self esteem is raised. Their aims in life are clearer and they want to start achieving those aims. They are likely to feel valued by you, as people first. You might reap the benefits.
* You will have full ownership of the written/ taped stories, to use for PR or advertising purposes, or perhaps for your organisation's archive.
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Facilitated Personal Development Groups
A safe place where groups of people can begin to reflect on who they are, what they do, and how they can support and challenge one another with empathy and respect. This is a place where individuals can reflect on their current practice, and through using self-disclosure, insight and feedback, discover ways in which their practice can be improved. This is for all people who want to discover creative ways of working and being.
The focus of these groups might include: effective teams, parenting skills, community groups, men's/ women's groups.
***************
Click "SEMINAR" tab for 2009/ 2010 programme or check my website www. whoareyounow. co. uk for more information
***************
Introduction to Counselling Skills (Listening Skills and Self Awareness)
This course gives you the opportunity to develop your understanding of active listening and relating in a way that embodies an attitude of genuine, non-judgmental understanding. The focus of the course is on experiential groupwork to help foster the self awareness needed to develop these essential qualities. Applications are received on the understanding that participants recognise that knowing oneself is a fundamental aspect of the effective use of counselling skills. You will be encouraged to reflect on your own experience and listen to others in a caring, respectful and open manner. You should also expect to spend about 4 hours a week on reading, completing assignments and keeping a learning journal.
This 25 hour course provides a suitable foundation for further study at certificate level (including the Certificate in Counselling Skills at UEA).
There will be a short written assignment and a practical appraisal of your listening skills in a 10-15 minute observed listening session. You will receive written feedback on your skills development and understanding of key principles.
Cost: 250 (There is a 50 non-refundable deposit)
Invoices will be sent with confirmation of your booking.
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Introduction to Counselling Theory (Exploring Personality and the Person Centred Approach)
This course is about exploring the ideas and work of Carl Rogers, who pioneered the person centred approach. This course will give you first hand experience of learning and working in a person-centred environment and provide opportunities for personal development and increased self-awareness. Through exploring his theory behind the concept of personality, and using you own personal experience as a resource, you will learn a great deal about yourself and about how you respond to others. There will be a lot of groupwork and an encounter group day.
This 20 hour course is a compulsory unit for further study at certificate level (eg. the Certificate in Counselling Skills at UEA).
There will be a short written assignment.
Cost: 190 (There is a 40 non-refundable deposit)
Invoices will be sent with confirmation of your booking.
--------------------------
Active Listening Skills Workshops
Active listening lays the foundation for the development of effective communication skills based on respect and mutual cooperation. It involves a range of interpersonal skills that express your attention, empathy, and respect. It is about focusing and concentrating not only on what is being said but the accompanying emotions and feelings that are also being expressed and provides a safe format for the individual to have their concerns heard and to receive feedback. The process can support people to develop their emotional vocabulary and to understand and manage their feelings. As well as supporting one-to-one approaches, active listening can be used in groups as a basis for establishing trust.
These workshops are ideal for anyone who wants to develop their listening and responding skills. They will give participants an opportunity to explore ways of saying what they have to say, responsibly, and in a caring, respectful and open way. By grounding my work in the theory behind Carl Rogers' Person Centred Approach, we will have a solid foundation from which to reflect on and improve our practice. We will:
* recognise and practice the skills of Active Listening
* try out new ways of responding
* learn how to respond in challenging situations, exploring how we can support and empower the people we work with
* develop our ability to relate with empathy and respect
* become more aware of how we listen and why we respond as we do
* relate to others in the group and experience the challenge of giving and receiving feedback
* appreciate difference and diversity
2 hour Taster workshop
4 hour Skills Practice workshop
6 hour Challenging Listening Situations (tailor made to suit your needs)
--------------------
Working Effectively in a Group
This workshop will provide opportunities for participants to explore how they feel about working in a group, and what they can contribute that will make the experience more 'effective' for them and the group itself. Individuals will be asked to draw on their own experience of working in groups or teams and will be encouraged to share this with the rest of the group. Using key texts (Tuckman, 1965; Adair, 1986 and Mearns, 1997) participants will gain an awareness of how groups work, and what can help/ hinder their process. We will:
* develop strategies which encourage us to make future group working situations more effective
* develop our understanding of the subjectivity of perception
* experience the challenge of giving and receiving feedback
* become more aware of how and why we behave as we do in a group
This workshop may be the ideal start to groups wanting to run a series of Facilitated Personal Development Groups (see below).
----------------
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence is 'the capacity for recognising our own feelings and those of others, for motivating ourselves, and for managing emotions well, in ourselves and in our relationships.' (Goleman 1998: 317)
Working with Emotional Intelligence:
Being emotionally intelligent at work means that we are aware of and can manage, our intrapersonal skills (what is going on inside us) and our interpersonal skills (what is going on in/ between, other people). This can enhance our practice. Self awareness is the starting point in this process and through using the group and encouraging individuals to reflect on their feelings, attitudes and behaviours, we are able to develop the skills they already have and build on the competencies that might be missing.
Teaching with Emotional Intelligence:
There is evidence to suggest that when emotional intelligence is used in our teaching practice, then our relationship with students is enhanced. Engagement with the subject can increase; there can be greater motivation, a willingness to take risks, a readiness to collaborate with others and more creativity in the classroom. (Mortiboys 2002, 2005) Our workshop invites participants to become critically aware and, through group work and feedback, explore and understand their teaching roles within the context of Emotional Intelligence. We will explore simple strategies to encourage and support emotional intelligence in our planning and teaching, as well as discussing ways of handling more challenging situations.
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Write Out Loud
Our team of three offers you an opportunity to discover yourself, or in the case of organisations, the individual that makes up your customer base and/ or team of employees. You might want to use their story to communicate your organisation's story. By listening to what you want to learn we will advise you on the best way of getting there. We are trained to get the most out of the written and spoken word, which means we get results. It is our policy to work with people who want want to be there - it has to be voluntary
* We provide a supportive and encouraging environment where this person can pause to reflect on the context/ situation that you choose. We encourage them to think about where they've been, where they are going and who they are now.
* We will ask them to record (in writing or on tape) their experience of the situation/ context that you have chosen.
* By using Group Work and Creative Writing skills, we will encourage these people to expand their boundaries and find different ways to express themselves. They will leave having experienced and learnt more about the skills of listening, creative thinking, self-disclosure and giving and receiving feedback. Your skills pool will increase as a result
* Our experience tells us that they leave feeling their self confidence and self esteem is raised. Their aims in life are clearer and they want to start achieving those aims. They are likely to feel valued by you, as people first. You might reap the benefits.
* You will have full ownership of the written/ taped stories, to use for PR or advertising purposes, or perhaps for your organisation's archive.
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Facilitated Personal Development Groups
A safe place where groups of people can begin to reflect on who they are, what they do, and how they can support and challenge one another with empathy and respect. This is a place where individuals can reflect on their current practice, and through using self-disclosure, insight and feedback, discover ways in which their practice can be improved. This is for all people who want to discover creative ways of working and being.
The focus of these groups might include: effective teams, parenting skills, community groups, men's/ women's groups.
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Can you hear me
: We are offering a series of 6 week courses - an introduction to listening skills and self awareness.
Are you listening to me?
Do I ever feel really listened to, heard, understood?
How well do I listen to others - to my friends, my partner, my children?
Can I listen to myself?
Do I know how I feel in different situations, as I meet different people?
Do I know what that might mean?
Introduction to Counselling Skills (Listening Skills and Self Awareness)
: We are offering a series of 6 week courses - an introduction to listening skills and self awareness.
Are you listening to me?
Do I ever feel really listened to, heard, understood?
How well do I listen to others - to my friends, my partner, my children?
Can I listen to myself?
Do I know how I feel in different situations, as I meet different people?
Do I know what that might mean?Introduction to Counselling Skills (Listening Skills and Self Awareness)
: Starting 4 February, 2010
Dates/ Times:
Thursday: February 4 (10. 00-13. 00)
Saturday: February 6 (10. 00-16. 00)
Thursdays: February 11, 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25; (10. 00-13. 00)
Venue: St Luke's Church, Aylsham Road, Norwich, NR3 2HF
Starting 29th April 2010
Dates/ Times:
Thursday: April 29, May 6 (10. 00-13. 00)
Saturday: May 8 (10. 00-16. 00)
Thursdays: May 13, 20, 27; June 17, 24 (10. 00-13. 00)
Venue: more...
Introduction to Counselling Theory (Exploring Personality and the Person Centred Approach)
Introduction to Counselling Theory (Exploring Personality and the Person Centred Approach)
: Starting 24th November 2009
Dates/ Times:
Tuesdays: November 24; December 1, 8 (10. 00-14. 00)
Saturday: December 12 (10. 00-17. 00)
Tuesday: December 15 (10. 00-14. 00)
Venue: To be advised
Starting 24th March, 2010
Dates/ Times:
Wednesday: March 24, 31; April 21 (10. 00-14. 00)
Saturday: April 24 (10. 00-17. 00)
Wednesday: April 28 (10. 00-14. 00)
Venue: St Thomas' Church Hall, Earlham more...
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