Family Constellations and Couples Therapy
...untangling family issues.
What is Constellation Work?
Constellation work provides a short, but effective, insight into a particular issue or problem in a person’s life. It can be called a ‘brief therapy’ as the issue is usually explored within an hour. It is solution focused. It is experiential and needs to be experienced in order to understand the value of the work. Family problems, work issues, relationship and health 'stuff' can all be explored and a way forward identified.
I mostly focus now on one-one work (two with couples, obviously!), but will run a workshop when there is a group that wishes to work together.
One day Workshops can run in Watford or Whelpley Hill:
Quaker Meeting House, Whelpley Hill Village Hall
150 Church Road, Near Bovingdon/Berkhamstead
WD17 4QB: HP5 3RJ
Timings are 9.30am - 4.00pm approx. Please arrive at 9.30 for tea & coffee and to meet everyone. The workshop starts promptly at 10am. Refreshments are provided, but please bring lunch to share.
Dates for 2024: To be arranged. Contact me if interested.
Follow the 'Constellation Location' link on the left for a map on Google. The Meeting House is a 10-minute walk from Watford Junction Train Station. Watford is less than 30 minutes by train from London Euston Station
FEES MUST BE PAID BEFORE THE WORKSHOP. Please use the PayPal button below, or bank transfer with your name as ref?
Sort: 08-93-00
Account: 05037081
After receipt of payment, you will be sent confirmation and further information on the venue and timings.
FEE:
£90 Issue Holders place
£50 Representative place.
Concession rates are available - please enquire.
A constellation is created when people take on or ‘represent‘ elements of your personal story. They might be representing people, things or feelings. The representative doesn't need to know anything about the issue and does not need any preparation. Both being an issue holder and a representative can bring rich insights in your own life.
By observing the interplay of these elements the facilitator will untangle complex challenges and work towards the issue holder gaining new insights. This can lead to a resolution of the issue. We aim to manage this in 40-50 mins.
This approach perfectly dovetails with self development, longer-term counselling or coaching, where a person needs a new perspective on the issue that they are exploring on their own, or with their coach/counsellor. They may feel 'stuck'. People who are working on resolving issues often appreciate seeing their situation from another perspective. This can move them into a new phase.
The facilitator needs to create a very safe, confidential, spiritually-strong space for the work to happen. There is an element of the sacred in this work.
Often individuals are acting from an unconscious sense of loyalty to an earlier family member. The facilitator can untangle these loyalties and will help the issue holder to move towards a greater sense of freedom.
Interfaith Ministry
Weddings, Baby Blessings, Funerals,
Divorce celebrations.
I am now very experienced in creating and delivering ceremonies of all kinds; weddings, funerals and baby blessings.
A celebratory ceremony can mark the decision to spend your life with your chosen partner, or to celebrate the birth of a precious child.
We can work together to co-create any ceremony of great beauty and depth. We always remember these special days, which mark the really big changes in our lives
I'm also keen to help to prepare for the end of a person's life. There are several aspects to consider, and I can help with this. Hopefully, together we will construct a package that will be the very best gift for your family and friends.
I take great care with getting it absolutely right - and that the ceremony goes perfectly. I hold that sacred space for the group.
Please contact me for more details of bespoke ceremonies. I can come and meet you to discuss your wishes. Fees are from £250-£600
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Past Constellation Feedback
Feb 2020:"I just wanted to say a great big thank you for Saturday.It was such a moving and shifting day... What work. Bless you for bringing it."
Oct 2019:"Thanks for such a lovely workshop yesterday. I know that at the time of doing my own ‘issue’, I felt clarity and a renewed sense of purpose in going forward."
Oct 2018: "I wanted to say I enjoyed your session and meeting other people in the group. It was amazing how we all helped mold the scenarios and got encapsulated in the moment.The upliftment energy in the room was amazing and at times I felt I was in the situation to help. Overall, my experience for attending this first time was amazing. I look forward to future sessions and the venue was perfect with plenty of free parking. I would recommend your sessions to friends and family".
Sept 2016: "Saturday was amazing"; I like the venue and the format very much. It's nice to have the shared lunch and the breaks between constellations. The constellations themselves were great, I really liked your striving to keep people in their feelings rather than thoughts."; "Thanks for the workshop today it was enlightening, to say the least."
July 2015: "Thank you SO much for the fabulous workshop you facilitated on Saturday - it was a very helpful practice for me"."Saturday's event gave me new insights and fresh ways of being with my friends and family. After both events I know (and people tell me) that I am happier and more loving".
Jan 2015:"Kim’s insight and conduct of all the cases, performed with knowledge, confidence, ease and expertise of a special kind.""Thank you, thank you for such experience! Feeling great today!"Thank you for the workshop today. I really enjoy it. The first workshop was astonishing and now I read a bit about Family Constellations and understand it better I felt more aware in general. I like being a representative."
October 2014:"I cannot tell you how grateful I am to have been able to attend and participate in the workshop.On coming out, I felt as I was full, like having been fed deep inside."Your calm approach, clear explanations and rationale for your strategies are very helpful. The feelings expressed by the representatives are also revealing and offer alternative perceptions without detracting from the original issue. I am always impressed by how immersed and insightful people can be.
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Some ceremonies and workshops.
