Journal Therapy: Writing as Therapeutic Tool Seminar

This Seminar is also available On-Site for groups of 20 or more.

Discover how to use journal writing in a variety of clinical settings

Course Description/Agenda

In this era of shrinking benefits and slashed budgets, therapists must help clients find ways to become more self-reliant. Journal writing is simple, accessible, inexpensive and available to nearly anyone. Most mental health professionals agree that writing down thoughts and feelings in a notebook or on a computer screen can be a helpful adjunct to therapy. Many advocate that their clients keep journals during treatment. However, very few clinicians have learned the tools, techniques and strategies that will transform the everyday diary into a powerful therapeutic tool.

In this course, one of the pioneers of the therapeutic writing movement offers the theory and practice of journal therapy through lecture, discussion, case study and experiential learning. Participants will find these methodologies easy, enjoyable, effective and immediately useful.

Learn 14 writing techniques to match with specific therapeutic outcomes for clients with mood disorders, traumatic stress, low literacy and more
Learn how to practice and apply journal therapy interventions to a variety of clinical populations
Learn leading theories and latest scientific studies in the field of clinical journal therapy
Discover how to maximize successful outcomes with clients

What You'll Learn

Discover 14 writing techniques to match with specific therapeutic outcomes
Discuss how to use the "journal ladder"
Practice and apply journal therapy interventions to a variety of clinical populations
Discover how landmark research design correlates emotional release writing with healing
Identify how to maximize successful outcomes with clients
Identify how to troubleshoot seven common concerns
Explore five predictors of success in journal therapy

What People Are Saying About the Class

"I recommend journaling as an integral part of the healing process. Kathleen Adams' exploration of the connection between writing and wellness is a valuable tool for patients and practitioners alike." - Dr. Andrew Weil, Director, Program in Integrative Medicine, University of Arizona

"The work of Kathleen Adams melds clinical wisdom and cutting edge research. I strongly recommend it." - James Pennebaker, Ph.D., research psychologist, University of Texas at Austin

"The burgeoning field of journal therapy is fortunate to have the commitment and steady vision of Kathleen Adams. She offers the journal as a powerful and sophisticated tool." - Tristine Rainer, author, The New Diary and Your Life as Story

"Your presentations are inspirational, moving, dynamic. You exhibit all the qualities of a true and gifted teacher." - Jean Jameson, LPC, Boulder, CO

More Seminar Information

Cross Country Education
Course Summary	Discover how to use journal writing in a variety of clinical settings
Delivery Method	Seminar
Also Available As	On-Site Training
Who Should Attend	Counselors, Social Workers, Case Managers, Marriage and Family Therapists, School Guidance Counselors, Addiction Counselors, Educators, Art Therapists, Group Therapists, Cognitive/Behavioral Therapists, Hospice Counselors, Pastors, Psychologists, Psychiatric Nurses, Registered Nurses, Journal Writers