Here is a nice introduction to Focusing by friend Dr John Amodeo, American psychologist and writer. It is written for the public, from Psychology Today, and clearly explains the Focusing process and how it can be very helpful for anyone. https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/intimacy-path-toward-spirituality/201510/we-want-accept-our-feelings-how-do-we-do-it
(reposted from iheartintelligence website, Justin Gammill, June 25th 2015) "57 years ago, a 22-year-old Hunter S. Thompson wrote a letter to his friend Hume, who had asked him for advice ... The letter, in my opinion, is a pure statement of faith, written by one of the most influential writers of our time, solely for the purpose of helping his friend. I know the letter wasn’t written to me, but I still read it like it was". Dear…
This is a rare opportunity to enjoy an introductory training in Clinical Supervision with Dr Greg Madison. It is for anyone who is currently, or is considering taking on, supervision duties. In our efforts to maintain an open attitude of un-knowing, being open to what wants to emerge in the therapy relationship, it is helpful to have a supervisor who knows about the values and sensitivities of an experiential phenomenological approach. The supervision style offered is…
INTRODUCTION TO FOCUSING & FOCUSING-ORIENTED PSYCHOTHERAPY. SEPTEMBER 12-13, 2015. ST. JOHN'S WOOD, LONDON. SATURDAY 10-5PM, SUNDAY 10-3PM. COST: £195. You are welcome to attend this overview for practitioners across modalities. Dr. Greg Madison and guest teachers including graduates of the London Focusing Institute, invite you to an introduction to ‘Focusing and the practice and philosophy underlying Focusing-oriented Therapy’. This workshop can be taken as a standalone CPD event or as a precursor for the 2-year certification…
Focusing Introduction for Therapists, Counsellors, Coaches etc. Weekend workshops Saturday 10-5pm, Sunday 10-3pm: June 13 – 14, 2015 or September 12-13, 2015, Central London The workshops will be taught by Dr Greg Madison, possible guest teachers, and graduates of the London Focusing Institute. Numbers will be strictly limited to ensure a high quality workshop experience. London Focusing Introduction Brochure For more information please contact: info@londonfocusing.com
James Matthew Barrie wrote Peter Pan and a number of other plays and novels. He also had insightful things to say about the struggle to live an authentic life. The Struggle for Authenticity in the Second Act is a brief article based upon some of Barrie's ideas: "To step back into the sphere of human being demands something other than therapeutic technique, objective evidence, and curative power. It requires the inspiration of art. All great art worthy…
Focusing Institute Summer School, August 14th – August 20th, 2015 at The Garrison Institute, Garrison, NY. Greg will join a team of four other international Focusing teachers to present this 6-day summer school on the beautiful shores of the Hudson River. Dr. Greg Madison's morning course on: Grounded in a Sense of Self while Working with Another. Practicing Focusing-Oriented Therapy, Counseling, Spiritual Direction or Coaching etc. Focusing-oriented helping professionals need to develop the sensitivity of being deeply connected…
World Conference on Existential Psychotherapy, London May 14-17, 2015. First World Congress for Existential Therapy Come and listen to international keynote speakers ... Participate in experiential workshops and live demonstrations with existential experts from many backgrounds. Dr. Greg Madison pre-conference half-day workshop: Palpable Existentialism. Working with Body Awareness Through a Focusing Approach May 14th. Greg will also offer a brief introduction to Existential Migration: An exploration of being-at-home, homelessness, and belonging at 11:00-12:30 on Friday the 15th of May. More…
Dr. Greg Madison is offering a series of workshops in Sydney, Australia: 2 day Introduction to Focusing in Therapeutic Practice, 'The Expression of Inner Voice in the World'. March 12-13. The photo here is of the participant group from the 2-day Focusing Training with Greg. 1 day Master Class on Focusing in Supervision, "The Art of Focusing in Supervision". March 14th. 5 day Intensive Course on Focusing Oriented Therapy (FOT) in SYDNEY: Tues 17 to Sat 21 March,…
Dr. Greg Madison will offer one workshop on Existential Migration and a 2-day Introduction to Focusing training in Melbourne. The Existential Migration workshop offers a unique opportunity to examine the deeper impact of leaving a home culture to live and work in another place. Using personal experiences and self-reflections, participants will gain greater awareness around the meaning of 'home' and 'belonging', perhaps developing an increased sensitivity to working with people who have made that move.. MORE
Working Phenomenologically with the body in sessions. Dr. Greg Madison This workshop offers an opportunity to develop your form of therapeutic practice so that it incorporates information from bodily experiences. This experiential approach is informed by a tight integration of philosophy, theory and the mindful approach of Focusing. Focusing was developed over 60 years ago and by enhancing the client’s experiencing level during sessions, it has been positively correlated with successful change in therapeutic outcomes. It…