FROM CONFLICT TO RESOLUTION Theory and Techniques of Couples Therapy Treatment

This course will cover a full range of couples therapy skills, all based on the theory and methods from Dr. Heitler's book From Conflict to Resolution.

The skills to be taught will include:

• using the conflict resolution theoretical map for guiding treatment
• teaching cooperative talking, listening, dialogue and other communications skills
• guiding win-win conflict resolution
• utilization of speedy access techniques for clarifying sub-conscious earlier-in-life sources of current sensitivities
• use of anger management interventions, for keeping the sessions safe and for clients to implement at home
• using rapid treatment methods, mainly utilizing visualizations, for dealing with anxiety, anger, and depression
• enhancing positivity in the couple relationship

The teaching methods will include:

• explanations of the skills
• role-plays for the leader to model and participants to practice the skills
• handouts for participants to use with clients
• consultations on cases the group members currently are treating.