Terrigal Gestalt Institute

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1 Terrigal Gestalt Institute Supervision Training Certificate of Clinical Supervision Course Information 1 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

2 Introduction This information outlines the Certificate of Clinical Supervision training course currently offered by Terrigal Gestalt Institute (TGI) on the Central Coast. This course has been developed to equip experienced counsellors and psychotherapists with the training requirements for registered clinical supervisors. This course meets the PACFA requirements for training for supervisors including the 10 hours of supervision on supervision required to register for the ARCAP Register. The course is taught through a Gestalt framework of awareness and creativity but is applicable to counsellors and psychotherapists trained in other modalities. The course is taught in a small group setting with an integration of theory, practice and experiential work. Participants should note that they are expected to use their own client material during practice sessions. Group size is 4 minimum and 8 maximum participants. About Terrigal Gestalt Institute Terrigal Gestalt Institute was founded in 2005 and is a training and development organisation based on the Central Coast of NSW. Our main campus is on the Central Coast NSW, with planned campuses in Sydney (2016) and Coffs Harbour (2017). TGI provides professional development training programs in Gestalt Therapy, personal development Gestalt groups, free and low cost counselling for the public in our TGI Counselling Clinic, Clinical Supervision and mentoring, and premises for Clinical Practitioners (at The Gestalt Centre at East Gosford). For the past ten years TGI has offered a PACFA & GANZ accredited four year Advanced Diploma of Gestalt Therapy. In accordance with federal legislation regarding small training organisations, we have discontinued this four year award and from 2015 we will be offering unaccredited short term professional development courses, and various personal development Gestalt groups and programs as well as the Supervision training. We are well placed in the therapeutic and health industry to provide profound relational training that is creative and holistic, and equips clinicians to provide an enriching clinical space for their clients. TGI VISION Terrigal Gestalt Institute has a vision to become a place of excellence. A place that offers training and personal and professional development for participants that is both comprehensive and rewarding. Our emphasis is on providing our programs through a transpersonal lens of community, connectedness and deep respect for each person. 2 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

3 The Gestalt Approach at TGI Our personal and professional development at TGI is Gestalt focused with an emphasis on awareness and relational skills. Gestalt is a German word which has no direct English translation but which refers to a pattern of configuration: a whole made up of distinct parts, each part having a place within the whole. The Gestalt approach is holistic and awareness-centred and has a central focus on relationship and learning through direct experience. The Gestalt approcah aims to develop self-awareness, understanding and support, enabling us to create a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Gestalt concepts are ultimately empowering, allowing us to live life more fully, improve interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills, and strengthen our creativity. Fundamentally, the aim of the Gestalt approach is to heighten an embodied awareness phenomenologically (the immediate experience). This principle in and of itself is profound in promoting healing and growth. Gestalt aims to increase awareness of a person s current functioning in relation to both the present environment and past events so that real choices based on authentic needs, rather than adaptation, are possible. Contemporary Gestalt combines the I-Thou dialogic relationship, with spontaneously created ways of experiencing one s self, the other and the environment. Gestalt is a very effective and respectful change process for working with individuals, couples and groups, and supports effective communication and conflict resolution. The Gestalt practitioner essentially provides a space free of judgment or cure, and respectfully allows what is to be explored and experienced more completely. Furthermore, the therapist trusts the process of the client to guide the work, relinquishing any agenda in regards to the direction of the work. The experience of the Gestalt practitioner in relation to the client is present and available, which in turn becomes a rich resource in the healing process. This relational approach to therapy creates the way for an authentic and meaningful meeting between therapist and client, and a fertile ground from which to grow and explore (akin to Carl Roger s idea of healing through meeting ). The client is considered the expert on themselves rather than the therapist. Hence, the innate wisdom of the client is encouraged and brought to the foreground. The personal development of Gestalt practitioners is an integral component of the training and is essential in the effective integration and application of theory and practice. Training in Gestalt is quite unique in this respect; with the therapist having to walk the talk of self-awareness and authenticity. The Essence of Gestalt Existentialism - here & now awareness / responsibility for one s own choices Field & Holism - a belief that we are all connected / appreciation of the whole person: mind, body, spirit & emotions, as well as the individual s unique field of experience Dialogue - the therapist s approach is relationally focused with the therapist as an active participant in the process - relating with respect, curiosity and authenticity Phenomenology - awareness of self as experienced now: cognitive / emotional / body responses / awareness of self in relationship to others Experimentation - exploring new ways of being and relating that are potentially more satisfying / working through unfinished business and blocks to awareness & integration 3 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

4 What can participants expect to gain from the supervision course? The aim of our Clinical Supervision Certificate course at TGI is to provide participants with the skills necessary to become creative and effective supervisors. Who May Apply? Applications for the Certificate of Clinical Supervision are invited from experienced practitioners in the counselling, coaching and social work fields. NOTE: Participants must have 5 years experience as a counsellor / psychotherapist and have been a clinical member of their association for 3 years. Participants may either be already supervising or be about to begin supervising clients in their field. If you are unsure of your eligibility for enrolment in this course please contact us for further discussion. COURSE OUTLINE Overview of course and defining supervision Supervision Frameworks, Models, Processes & Modes of Presentation Structuring Supervision tasks, functions and responsibilities (including contracting) Development stages of supervision developing supervisee skills Building the supervisory alliance - developing trust & openness, and reflective practice Managing the supervisory relationship supervisor & supervisee responsibilities Managing co-transference issues within the supervisory relationship including vicarious traumatisation Methods of Supervision - Face-to-face, Skype & Phone supervision / Individuals & Groups Creative methods for supervision Ethical and Legal issues assessing counsellor competency / professional bias Working with different counselling & psychotherapy models in supervision Managing the balance of personal / professional emphasis within the supervisory relationship 4 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

5 2015 Supervision Certificate (42 hours) April May June July Evenings: pm Saturdays: 9am 4pm Tuesday 21 st Tuesday 28 th Saturday 23 rd Tuesday 20 th Tuesday 27 th Tuesday 10 th Tuesday 24 th Saturday 25 th Tuesday 15 th Tuesday 29 th Aug-Oct Tuesdays Group Supervision Oct Saturday 31 st COURSE FEATURES This course provides 42 hours of face-to-face training hours conducted across 6 months (a minimum of 39 hours are required by PACFA). 10 hours of supervision on supervision group experience is also offered in the course and covered in the overall cost. Professional Development and Supervision Hours Participants for the Certificate in Gestalt Therapy course will be able to claim professional development and individual and group supervision hours during the course. RESOURCES The TGI Library has a comprehensive range of books available for use. Participants also have access to a range of industry journals and articles. There is a copy of the Library Resources available at The Gestalt Centre and on request. 5 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

6 LEARNING AND TEACHING RESOURCES TGI makes available to participants electronically the following resources: Unit Readings relevant readings from a variety of sources (USB) Access to video resource for videoing supervisee sessions Access to practitioner rooms for supervision work during the course Training Venue Central Coast: All training is held at: The Gestalt Centre 1 st Floor 78 York St East Gosford NSW 2250 PH: dinah@terrigalgestalt.com.au POSTAL ADDRESS P.O Box 909 TERRIGAL NSW T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

7 PAYMENT PLANS The cost for the course is $1,795 ($1,595 Early Bird 3 weeks before commencement of course) TGI offers flexible payment plan options for participants. There is a $200 deposit on enrolment and the remainder of the fees can be paid off over the training months. Up-front payment is preferred but participants can also pay in weekly, fortnightly or monthly installments. Please enquire re individual payment plans when you enroll for the course. TRAINER Dinah Buchanan Director TGI M.Couns., Grad Dip Gestalt Therapy, PACFA Registered GANZ Clinical Member Dinah is the Director of Terrigal Gestalt Institute. She is a Counsellor / Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor with many years experience in Counselling, Child & Family Health, Gestalt Therapy, and Group Training. She has offered therapeutic services for over 20 years on the Mid North Coast, in Sydney and on the Central Coast, NSW. She has also been a Gestalt Trainer / Facilitator for the past 15 years. She currently has a private practice in Sydney and on the Central Coast. Dinah s particular focus includes personal / spiritual development, working with Dreams & Metaphor / working with Depression / Anxiety and Grief /Bereavement. She also has a special interest in integrating spirituality and psychotherapy and understanding psychological crisis through a transpersonal lens. Dinah has a passion for mentoring and supervision and enjoys the process of empowering therapists to become effective and creative supervisors. 7 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

8 Other TGI Services TGI Counselling Clinic The TGI Counselling Clinic was set up five years ago to support our training programs in Gestalt Therapy and has proved an effective and important component of our training, whilst providing timely and effective intervention for clients. Members of the public are able to have up to six free / low-cost Gestalt sessions with our Gestalt training students. The TGI Clinic operates form The Gestalt Centre in East Gosford as well as several Community Centres on the Central Coast (Narara & Green Point). Counselling & Clinical Supervision TGI Faculty members are available for counselling of individuals, couples and groups, and for Clinical Supervision for professionals please contact Dinah on Gestalt Personal Development Group TGI also offers a Gestalt Personal Development Group commencing in March / April and covers x3 Saturdays and x8 evening groups. Ongoing Gestalt Process Groups are also run regularly throughout the training year. This provides an excellent introduction to the Gestalt model and provides a creative and enriching personal development experience. Please contact Dinah on dinah@terrigalgestalt.com.au or Johanna on jtreweeke@optusnet.com.au Premises for Clinical Practitioners TGI conducts training at The Gestalt Centre in East Gosford on the Central Coast. Practitioner rooms are available at the Centre on a casual low cost basis for beginning practitioners. There are three practitioner rooms and one group room available for groups or individual counselling. Please contact Barry at the Centre on if you are interested in this option. Experienced practitioners may also apply on a casual or permanent basis. How can I find out more? visit the TGI website: Contact: Dinah Buchanan phone: / dinah@terrigalgestalt.com.au Follow us on Facebook at 8 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

9 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is the cost? The Certificate course is offered by TGI at competitive rates and TGI also provides flexible payment plans that will suit most participants. Note that this course includes the supervision on supervision costs which many other courses do not include. What is the cost up front? There is an enrolment deposit of $200 and the remaining fees are payable in installments by direct deposit weekly or fortnightly across the training months. Credit card facilities are also available. What are the extra costs? There are no extra costs. Note that this course includes the supervision on supervision costs which many other courses do not include. How often do I need to attend training? The face-to-face training hours are structured as 3 Saturdays and 8 evening sessions across a 6 month period. Note that participants must be able to attend ALL training dates to be eligible for the Certificate. However there will be an opportunity to make up hours in following courses if that is necessary due to unforeseen circumstances. Where is the training held? All training is conducted on the Central Coast at The Gestalt Centre at East Gosford. What is the format of the training? All training is done in small groups with a minimum of four (4) participants and maximum of eight (8) participants. What is the academic / assessment load? There is a final assessment video and written transcript and reflection essay due at the end of the course as well as practical assessment activities throughout the course. What happens if I want to withdraw from the course? You will be issued with a transcript of your attendance thus far. Fees: If you have attended less than the first 3 training evenings you will be liable for part of the training fees. If you have attended more than half of the course you will be liable for the full fees. 9 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

10 Certificate of Clinical Supervision Application for Enrolment Form T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

11 ADMISSION PROCESS TGI practises a non-discriminatory selection of participants on the grounds of race, gender, class, sexual orientation, religion or any disability or belief that does not directly interfere with the competent fulfilment of training and practice. Who May Apply? Applications for the TGI Certificate of Clinical Supervision are invited from experienced practitioners in the education or health industries (eg. counsellors / psychotherapists / social workers / coaches / psychologists) who would like to engage in Clinical Supervision training as a pre-requisite for becoming a registered Clinical Supervisor. This course meets the current PACFA requirements for registration. NOTE: Clinicians must have a minimum of 5 years experience as a practitioner and have access to supervisees during the course. If you are unsure of your eligibility for enrolment please contact administration (Dinah) on for further discussion. Entry Interview Following receipt of an application for enrolment you will be contacted by TGI Director of Training (Dinah) and invited to an Entry Interview, which is an informal process to ensure you qualify for the course. You may request an Interview before enrolment if you wish. At the Entry Interview prospective participants will be notified of their acceptance into the course and pay a $150 deposit which secures their enrollment. Payment methods will be discussed at the Interview. During the Entry Interview, applicants are required to demonstrate the following qualities and skills: Entry Criteria: A capacity for developing self-awareness, self-reflection and relational skills A capacity to relate to others in a facilitative way from a stance of respect and mutual interest. A capacity to reflect on and examine the impact of their actions on others, and a capacity to be aware and report the impact of others on them. A capacity to receive feedback on strengths and constraints A capacity to understand the requirements of supervision, and be able to facilitate, support and educate others in the role of supervisor A capacity to understand and practice ethical behaviour and be prepared to follow an industry code of ethics (eg. GANZ / PACFA) A capacity to cope with the various demands of the course including the fulfillment of financial obligations, the timely completion of learning tasks and active participation in the course. 11 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

12 Submitting your Enrolment application Please submit your Enrolment application TOGETHER WITH A CURRENT RESUME to: The Administrator Terrigal Gestalt Institute PO Box 909 Terrigal NSW 2260 OR scanned document to dinah@terrigalgestalt.com.au Applications close one week prior to commencement of course 12 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

13 TGI ENROLMENT APPLICATION Certificate of Clinical Supervision Enrolment for Central Coast [ ] Enrolment for Sydney [ ] Participant Details Name: Date of Birth: Address: Contact Phone Numbers Mobile: Landline: address: Occupation: 13 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

14 Other professional activities: Qualifications / previous studies: Experience as a supervisor: Reason for enrolling in this particular course: Any previous Gestalt experience? 14 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

15 Other information / comments to support your application: REFEREES Personal Referee Name: Contact No.: Professional Referee Name: Contact No.: * RESUME Attached: [ ] SIGNATURE: DATE: 15 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E

16 Terrigal Gestalt Institute is an independent professional training and personal development centre based on the Central Coast, We provide a range of services for students and members of the public and have partnerships with other training and local community organisations. We have a vision for excellence in training that connects us to each other and to community. Terrigal Gestalt Institute P.O Box 909, Terrigal NSW 2260 CENTRAL COAST & SYDNEY Contact: Dinah Buchanan phone: / dinah@terrigalgestalt.com.au or visit the TGI website: 16 T E R R I G A L G E S T A L T I N S T I T U T E