Journal to the Self: Expressive Writing as a Tool for Wellness and Growth
Continuing Education, University of New Hampshire | Professional Development and Training| November 12, 2010 | 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Portsmouth, NH | $149
This is a professional development workshop for counselors and social workers.
Expressive writing, also known as journaling, allows individuals the opportunity to turn into storytellers and healers of their own story. Writing expressively is a proven successful, empowering and low-cost therapeutic tool for improved health, well-being and general functioning. In this workshop, practitioners will learn about the health and wellness benefits of journaling through practice and discussion of at least 16 different journaling techniques that incorporate writing and art making. Each technique provides a creative and affirming process for individuals to explore various aspects of themselves, their life and their relationships with others. This workshop will assist practitioners with understanding how expressive writing can achieve wellness of the body, mind and spirit and enhance their work with clients. Discussion of how writing can be used for practitioner self-care will also be discussed.
Write Within: Journal to the Self Class
Dover Adult Learning Center | Wednesdays (September 29, October 6, October 13, October 20, October 27 and November 3) | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Dover, NH | Registration Opens August 30th
Journal writing, also known as expressive writing, has long been used as a preventative tool for wellness that provides a safe and affirming place for all individuals to discover their inner writer and unleash creative ways to organize and make meaning of their life-story. This workshop will introduce participants to the health and wellness benefits of journaling through the practice and discussion of several journaling techniques. No previous writing experience needed or desired and all writing done in the workshop will remain private. Each participant will receive a workbook to use throughout the group.
Write Within: Journal to the Self Class
Women Supporting Women Center | Tuesdays (October 5, October 12, October 19, October 26) | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Exeter, NH | $56 for members, $96 for non-members + $15 materials fee
Workshops Available for 2010
