Divorce, or the end of any significant relationship, may be a part of your life experience by choice or it may come to you unwanted. Whatever the circumstances, the end of an important relationship brings with it both challenges and opportunities.
Challenges may include:
- Grieving your lost relationship
- Learning to let go
- Exploring behaviors that contribute to breakdown in communications
- Healing damaged self-esteem
- Reviving your social life
- Rebuilding trust
What you can expect to gain from the group experience:
- Emotional support
- Shared experiences
- Step by step plan for rebuilding your life
- New friendships
- Personal growth and development
- Spiritual deepening
- Encouragement to discover the gifts of this new season in your life
Using the text and workbook of an internationally renowned divorce therapist this ten week seminar has already helped thousands of people improve their lives following divorce.
Class Format
Classes are scheduled all through the year in locations throughout East Portland, Gresham, Milwaukie, West Linn, and Oregon City. Current locations, dates and times are listed below. The seminar consists of ten sessions lasting two hours each. Some groups meet weekly; others meet every other week.
Although an important component of groups is support and encouragement, each session also includes a teaching focus and short homework assignments designed to aid in adjusting and growing through your transition.
Topics we’ll explore:
- Denial
- Fear
- Loneliness
- Guilt/Rejection
- Anger
- Letting Go
- Self-worth
- Rebuilding Trust
- Relatedness
- Sexuality
Included in each session is a short reflection time with readings or music related to the topic of discussion for that week.
Cost: $200
By pre-arrangement with the instructor, the fee may be divided into two payments: one-half the first night and one-half the sixth night of class.
Materials:
You may purchase the text book and workbook in class or privately. Titles will be shared at time of seminar sign-up.
Spring 2012 Seminar Dates:
Dates: February 16 – April 19 (Thursdays)
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: Milwaukie Lutheran Church
3810 SE Lake Road
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Please call Debbie at 503.558.9400 to register for this seminar.
Comments from former seminar participants:
“…I could not have asked for anything more. Debbie is a great leader who always had a lot of attention for each individual in the group. I learned so much about myself and the role I played in my own divorce. The classes helped me heal…” Ria B.
"...What I liked best about this seminar was the relaxed atmosphere, instructor's guidance, group discussions and spiritual growth. This was a learning experience and personal journey...as such, all parts were pieces of the greater puzzle and all were important..." Chuck J.
“…Debbie has a special gift for supporting people going through tough transitions. Her workshop feels very relaxed and safe and open so you can finally say what it’s hard to say in other places. And you can hear what others are going through and not feel so alone. Debbie can help you make your daily life better. I highly recommend this seminar to any man or woman faced with the challenge of moving forward after a divorce…” Lola S.
