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Counsellors with some philosophical background interested in integrating philosophical ideas into their work, or in engaging in a purely philosophical form of counselling may benefit from attending this workshop. Philosophical counselling uses philosophical methods and insights to help individuals reflect on their lives generally as well as deal with specific issues such as meaning crises, relationship issues, and career dilemmas. This year's philosophical counselling course is being held in two parts, on Aug 18th and Nov 23rd-25th 2001. Please see below for full details - please book your place as soon as possible by e-mailing [log in to unmask], as spaces are strictly limited and there is a £10 reduction for bookins before Aug. 1st The SPP may in the future run workshops purely on how counsellors can integrate philosophical ideas and methods into their work (for example in values clarification, decision-making or understanding the emotions). These future courses would be suitable for people without a philosophical background as well as those with it (unlike the current course, which is for those with some philosophical background). If you are interested in attending such a future workshop, again please e-mail [log in to unmask] to be put on our mailing list. Best wishes Tim PHILOSOPHICAL COUNSELLING COURSE Part 1: Aug 18th (non-residential, London) Part 2: Nov 23rd-25th (Sussex, residential) Total fee: £249, including board and lodging for part 2. Facilitator: Tim LeBon *What will this course provide ? The course will provide an intensive opportunity to study the theory behind philosophical counselling and also engage and reflect on its practice. The modular nature of the course allows time for reflection and practice between each stage. The course is run under the aegis of the Society for Philosophy in Practice (SPP) Successful students will receive a certificate from the Society which is PART of the requirements needed to be registered with the Society as a practising philosophical counsellor (you also need additional training in philosophy and counselling skills and experience as a client, for example) *Course topics Over the three days we will explore many key topics, including:- * What is philosophical counselling? * What philosophical methods can be used in counselling ? * What philosophical ideas can be used in counselling ? * How can counselling skills be used by the philosophical counsellor ? * Practice sessions giving you experience as both counsellor and client The course is very experiential and interactive, with the emphasis on practice sessions and discussion. *Facilitator Tim LeBon is a philosophical counsellor with a private practice in London. He gained a first in Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Oxford and later trained as an existential counsellor at Regent's College, London before training as a philosopical counsellor. Tim is editor of Practical Philosophy, the journal of the SPP and has recently had his first book, Wise Therapy: Philosophy for Counsellors published by Continuum. He also teaches philosophy, counselling and personal development in London. *Itinerary Module1: 1 day workshop University of North London*, (nr Holloway Rd tube) Saturday, August 18th 9.30 – 300 (note*: under some circumstances it is possible to complete module 1 via distance learning instead at the same fee-please enquire for details) Module 2: 2 day residential weekend workshop Stafford House (the Hassocks, near Brighton) Friday Nov 23rd (4pm) - Sunday Nov 25th 2001 (4pm) *Course Certificate As well as participation in the course itself, delegates will be asked to complete a piece of written work at the end of the course to demonstrate their understanding of philosophical counselling. Upon successful completion, a certificate will be issued by the Society for Philosophy in Practice. Students will be expected to pursue further study between the two stages i.e. between August and November. What Previous Participants have said about the course "Well done. Put a lot in, got a lot out. Thank you." "A well-run, enjoyable challenging course conducted with good humour." "I enjoyed the course, the tutors were enthusiastic and the facilities very good." "Generally excellent, and the atmosphere was well generated and sustained" Booking: Course Fees: £249 for full course fees, £10 off for SPP members. Further £10 off for bookings before July 31st. Name:......................................................................... .......... Organisation (if applicable)................................................................... ..... Address:...................................................................... ............................................... Postcode........................................Tel:.......................... ........................ Fax:........................................................ Email:......................................................... [ ] Payment enclosed [ ] Please bill me/my organisation Please make cheques payable to Society for Philosophy in Practice and send to: Tim LeBon, SPP,19 Irwin Road, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7PW. e-mail [log in to unmask] _________________________________________________________ SPP website: http://www.society-of-consultant-philosophers.org.uk Practical Philosophy (journal) website: http://www.practical-philosophy.org.uk Tim LeBon's Counselling and Philosophy website: http://members.aol.com/timlebon Wise Therapy: Philosophy for counsellors by Tim LeBon is available from Continuum. See Tim's website <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/timlebon">http://members.aol.com/timlebon</A> for more details. _____________________________________________________