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From Survivor to Thriver
WHY DO THE THE COURSE
About the Course
A psychoeducational and supportive therapy group for male survivors of sexual abuse, this ten week course will help you break out of secrecy, shame and unhealthy patterns of coping bringing you to a place of compassion, resilience and healing.
This group will be facilitated by male and female therapist. The group format is divided into two segments. The first half of each group are psychoeducational and is based on themes that emerge for survivors of sexual abuse. Common themes that emerge for survivors include the psychological, emotional and physical aspects of abuse. The ten week course will also address old ways for coping with abusive experiences such as compulsions and addiction
The second half of the group is experiential and gives participants the opportunity to talk about and receive support from the facilitators and group members. Participants will also be given a variety of interventions for dealing with shame, guilt , anxiety, anger, worry and PTSED, boundaries and interpersonal relationships to assist them in their journey towards healing. Participants wishing to engage in this psycho-educational group should be engaged or willing to engage with individual therapy as the content can bring up unresolved issues from the past that you may need support with.
Gerard has worked for over thirty years in the caring professions. He has worked as a Nurse, Social Care practitioner and a therapist. Gerard has vast experience working with male and female survivors of childhood sexual abuse and the severe effects that impact on all aspects of individual lives. During his experience as a therapist he has witnessed the impact that sexual abuse has on the lives of survivors. Sexual abuse affects the whole person from a Social, Emotional, Behavioural, Psychological and Spiritual perspective. This course will provide participants will strategies, interventions and techniques to enable participants to cope more effectively with life and enhance the healing process. Although clients’ stories differ the themes and patterns of abuse are similar. The effects of sexual abuse on for male survivors differ from those of female survivor. From a young age men and women are thought by society to meet the difficulties they experience in life differently. Boys are taught to be tough and not show vulnerability. Gerard has met with many men who have reported : big boys don’t cry, stick your chest out, have another drink it will be all fine, don’t be weak, if you are stronger you could have stopped it, toughen up.
There is strength in numbers, however, and as a result Gerard developed this course to offer psycho education interventions, strategies and exercises to participants. These supports as well as the support from one another will help the individual and the group to break through the confines of secrecy, shame, mistrust, fear of intimacy, anger , over-vigilance, compulsions, phobias, poor body image, negative self- talk, and thinking styles , self- doubt, addiction, and unhealthy patterns for coping and living life. On this course you will find a place where you will experience compassion, resilience and healing as you honour you own to experience, connect to untapped resources and inner strengths so that you can live life more fully on their terms
Benefits
BENEFITS OF THE COURSE
Insight
Recognise the patterns of sexual and how they impact on all aspects of life.
Grow
Develop Enhanced Coping Skills and Resilience.
Self
Better Self-Care, boundaries, and self-image.
Strengthen
Break through secrecy, develop resilience, become more assertive and find your voice.
The therapist
WHO PROVIDES THIS?
About Geraldine Walsh
I am an experienced and registered holistic therapist. I practice various therapies and can assist you to breakthrough old patterns and habits that no longer serve you.
About Gerard Mc Nevin
Gerard is a practicing psychotherapist, trainer and workshop facilitator. He has worked in the caring profession for thirty years and has qualifications in Nursing, Social Care, Reality Therapy , Energy Healing Healing and Shamanic Healing.
Geraldine has created a space of wonder and curiosity in her beautiful healing treatment room. I had the pleasure of receiving Lomi Lomi Massage which I hoped would last forever and left me in a space of a starfish goddess. What I loved most was the ease and kindness that Geraldine shared with me, her energy, her passion and her intuitive ability to read my body. Thank you Geraldine. Highly recommend this experience.
-Anna Gale
I can’t recommend Geraldine highly enough as a Reiki teacher – she creates a beautiful, welcoming, warm space and has such a lovely supportive energy about her. I have to date completed level 1 and 2 and hope to complete the master level with her and further training after that. Geraldine is a truly wonderful teacher and I look forward to continuing my learning journey with her over the next few years.
-Orla Roberts
I randomly booked a Reiki session with Geraldine a few months ago during a stressful period and it led to a whole other life changing journey that I could never have anticipated. I went on to do some shamanic sessions with Geraldine. She creates a warm, welcoming safe space and she has such a kind, calming presence about her. That combined with her knowledge, and the passion she has for the work she does, creates something special.
-Paula Keegan
I feel very privileged to have taken my journey toward Reiki practicing with Geraldine. Over the four courses I feel I've gotten an excellent introduction and grounding in Reiki healing and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Geraldine as a Reiki teacher for anyone.
-Seanán Kerr
I love crystals and choose this therapy. It was powerful but felt safe and gentle at the same time. I felt a huge energy shift and situations in my life changed as a result. Thank you!
Ann, Dublin
Geraldine is a great facilitator and holds sacred space wonderfully well, always with a touch of magic and a great sense of fun.
Deirdre H.
I loved Geraldine’s gentle touch and powerful results in clearing and grounding. And the way Geraldine calls all the elements with due respect and love. True Shamanism.
Dragana
Geraldine is a great practitioner and very tuned into her client’s needs. I would highly recommend her.
Nadine L.
Geraldine has a gentle knowing approach to healing but her work is very powerful and strong. I had intensive shamanic healing with Geraldine which sent me on a solid path to change in my life.
Niamh, Dublin
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Content
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Content of the course
2 Day Course from 10.30 – 4.30 pm
These courses are practical hand on courses. Each course provides a Reiki Manual to take home for reference on all learning, a certificate of completion in compliance with the RFI (Reiki Federation of Ireland), continued support and a follow-up support session.
Wear comfortable clothing. Changing facility available.
This courses also provide a wonderful relaxing time for you to reflect and heal yourself, boost your personal well-being and meet new like-minded friends. Reiki is a very useful and positive tool to have in your life.
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