Workshops and Retreats

An Introduction to IFS

Presenter: 

With IFS Trainers and Therapists Susan McConnell, MA, and Beth O'Neil, LCSW

Location: 

Flourish Studios, 3020 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL

Schedule: 

First Program:  Wednesday, September 1st from 7-8:30pm

Second Program:  Saturday, September 11th from 9am to 5pm

Description: 

Wednesday, September 1
Informal Presentation, Q & A, brief experience.
A taste of why we love IFS and why you will too!

Saturday, September 11
• Overview of the IFS Model
• Demonstration
• Experiential exercises
• Discussion
This one-day workshop is designed for professionals interested in applying the model personally and/or professionally. CEUS are available.  Space is limited.

Fees: 

Wednesday, September 1, Open to the public:  Free of charge

Saturday, September 11, $130

Contact: 

Beth O'Neil at 847-570-0150 vm #1 or email bethoneil@earthlink.net to register.

IFS and Couples

Presenter: 

Richard C. Schwartz, Ph.D.

Location: 

Briarwood Conference Center, Monument Beach, MA

Schedule: 

October 29-31, 2010

Description: 

IFS and Couples Retreat

Contact: 

Karin White at karinwhite@comcast.net

Somatic IFS Retreat in Costa Rica

Presenter: 

IFS Senior Trainer Susan McConnell

Location: 

Pura Vida Spa in Alajuela, Costa Rica, is a 12-acre mountaintop oasis of beauty and tranquility.  Considered by many as the premier wellness destination outside the United States, Pura Vida serves a variety of delicious vegetarian fare as well as chicken and fish, with special dietary needs graciously accommodated.  Visit www.puravidaspa.com to learn about amenities and room options.

Schedule: 

February 5-12, 2011

Description: 

This seven-day retreat for IFS graduates is designed to facilitate the embodiment of Self energy and a deeper awareness of the many ways that parts communicate through physical symptoms.  The six hours of training time per day will include many rich, varied exercises, live demonstrations, and supervised practice.  Your Self energy will be enhanced by optional yoga classes, bodywork and spa treatments, deliciously nutritious meals, and adventurous excursions into Costa Rica.  You will return to the last weeks of winter retored in body and soul.

This retreat is open to graduates of IFS trainings or those with comparable experience with the Model.  Non-participating companions are welcome to accompany you and enjoy Pura Vida's amenities.

Fees: 

Choose from a variety of reasonably priced accomodations, ranging from $1,365-$1,520 per person (double occupancy) or $1,710-$2,025 per person (single occupancy) for seven nights.  Cost also includes meals, Somatic IFS tuition, and airport transportation.

A $50 earlybird discount is available for registration and full payment by November 1, 2010.

Contact: 

For information, application, and registration, contact Kira Freed at kirafreedcoach@earthlink.net or 520-615-8615.

"IFS - Wisdom of the Body" Annual Retreat

Presenter: 

Dick Schwartz and Barb Cargill

Location: 

Maya Tulum is a retreat center and spa near the Mayan ruins of Tulum on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico.  This peaceful sea side resort will welcome you with turquoise waters, comfortable cabanas, sunny skies and delicious semi-vegetarian cuisine.

Schedule: 

February 12-19, 2011

Description: 

Deepen your IFS practice and knowledge, or learn it for the first time in this paradise on the Caribbean Sea.  The wisdom of the body and its powerful interface with IFS awaken your creativity and healer inside within a supportive group setting.   Treat your body and soul to Yoga, body and spa treatments, swimming, snorkeling, exploring Mayan temples, visiting the 1.3 million acres of biosphere, fresh water jungle pools, and miles of white sand beaches.  There will be 5-6 hours of workshop time and afternoons are free to explore on your own.

The retreat is open to IFS practitioners and students, their partners and people interested in IFS.

Fees: 

$2,440.00 per person.  Price includes workshop with Dick and Barb, cabana (double occupancy), 3 delicious meals/day.

A $300.00 deposit (non-refundable) is required for registration. 

Contact: 

For more information, please contact Richard Cargill at rcargill@aol.com.

Mail to:  Please make check payable to Richard Cargill, 5976 Hygiene Road, Longmont, CO 80503

Annual Retreat 2008 Group Photo
Enjoying the 2008 Annual Retreat
Staff at the 2008 Annual Retreat

Intimacy from the Inside Out

Presenter: 

Senior Trainer Toni Herbine-Blank, MSN

Location: 

2011 and 2012 Locations: Chicago and Boston

Schedule: 

2011 and 2012 Dates:  Chicago -  Feb 17-20, 2011,  April 28-May 1, 2011, July 28-31, 2011.  Boston -  May 13-15, 2011, Aug 26-28, 2011, Nov 4-6, 2011, Jan 20-22, 2012. 

Description: 

An intensive multi-weekend training on the application of IFS to Couples Therapy.  This advanced training, based primarily on Internal Family Systems Therapy, will help therapists deepen their knowledge and skill facilitating relational work with couples.

 

Open to:                  Graduates of IFS Level 1

Contact: 

For more information about training locations and dates, please contact Toni at toni@toniherbineblank.com or (970) 375-2373.  You can also visit Toni's website at www.toniherbineblank.com