Characterological Specialty Students
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“As energy flows undivided, so this inner consciousness flows undivided” John Pierrakos, MD
Presenter: Donna Hamilton, PhD, MFT
Overview
What if the most significant circumstances of your life are etched in your body?
Our deepest strengths are in our rich spiritual resources that we keep trapped under layers of bodily identification. Fear and doubt can grip our bodies and minds during the earliest and most vulnerable moments of life. This disturbance can generate unacknowledged anxiety and unconscious wounding that can impede our ability to rest comfortably in our bodies and accomplish our goals.
In this class we will uncover the empowering qualities of our true nature, and how we can transform the unconscious limiting patterns that appear to make up our identity. This allows us to experience optimal healing of both mind and body.
Each person is a unique psychosomatic unity made up of many elements and aspects, molded though time, environment, and experience. Through an understanding of Character Analysis the practitioner is able to recognize the often unconscious habitual mental, emotional and physical patterns that interrupt the natural flow of energy throughout the client’s body. Through the application of Character Analysis the practitioner is able to focus more directly on meeting the client’s unique mental, emotional and physical needs.
For example:
- The individual with the Existence wound often suffers from an ocular block and restricted costal breathing. Addressing these two patterns can create significant neurological integration and relaxation throughout the body.
- The individual with the Trust wound often appears overconfident and assertive. They typically suffer from upward displacement and unacknowledged anxiety. Drawing the energy down into the viscera, feet and legs can support this individual is trusting, the earth, their body, and themselves. As the nervous system settles patterns of grandiosity and specialness are often replaced with feelings of authenticity and trust.
Background
- This training is rooted in the field of Body Centered Psychotherapy and the work of Psychiatrists Wilhelm Reich, Alexander Lowen, and John Pierrakos
- The Trauma Resolution aspects of the PAUSE material are based on the Somatic Experiencing Professional Training Program offered by foremost Trauma Resolution authority, Peter Levine, PhD
Therapeutic Modalities
- Body Centered Psychotherapy
- Trauma Resolution Therapy
- Hypnotherapy
- Neuro Linguistics Psychology
- Emotional Freedom Technique
- Integrative physical exercises
Class Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this class the student will:
All Students:
- Understand the basics of the five core Character Defense Structures
- Understand what challenges and resources are available for each Character Type
- Understand fundamental elements of PAUSE P-Present, including Embodiment vs. Disassociation, Tracking sensation, and VAKOG
- Understand the mask, the lower self, and the Essential Self
- Be able create and utilize effective resource anchors.
- Begin to utilize and have a deeper understanding of Character Defense System in identifying and supporting their client’s path to wholeness
Professionals:
- Begin to utilize and have a deeper understanding of Character Defense System in identifying and supporting their client’s path to wholeness
Graduates of New Vistas Mastering The Therapeutic Process™ will qualify for the Character Analysis Specialization Certification upon graduation from this class. For new students, the class hours and fees will count towards the Level One Mastering The Therapeutic Process™ class that starts in July, 2014.
Credential Success
To receive the certification and title of “PAUSE Certified Characterological Specialist” (PCS) the student will provide proof of:
- Completion of Log Entries for each Character Type Resourcing Session conducted (One for each type minimum).
- Completion of Journal Entries for each day of training and Self-Hypnosis.
- Demonstration of Skill Mastery in classroom segment for each major Skill.
- Demonstration of an understanding of all five Character Structures.
- Clear identification and demonstration of their own Character Structure.
- Demonstration of the basics of NLP to identify behavioral patterns
- Successful completion of the Written and Practical Final Examination
- Successful attendance of a minimum of 25 hours of total training
Training Material
In this section you will find the downloadable manuals and handouts for the Characterological Specialty Class. Every few weeks we will provide updated information, so make sure you check here regularly. You will need Abode Reader to view these. (You can get the latest Adobe Reader here.)
Click here to download the Student Log- WORD VERSION (edit)
- PDF VERSION (print)
- Class One Slide Deck
- Class One Handouts
- Class One TACSI Exercises
- Class Two Slide Deck
- Class Two Handouts
- Class Two TACSI Exercises
- Class Three Slide Deck
- Class Three Handouts
- Class Three TACSI Exercises
- Class Four Slide Deck
- Class Four Handouts
- Class Four TACSI Exercises
- Class Five Slide Deck
- Class Five Handouts
- Class Five TACSI Exercises
Click here to download the latest NVI Audio Playlist
Note
All students planning to attend this class are asked to listen to The Body Integration Workout recording (Track 2) on a daily basis. This complimentary recording can be downloaded from the PAUSE website, and is included on the NVI MP3 Player.