Trainer: Jude Treder-Wolff, LCSW, RMT, CGP

The Transtheoretical Model, developed by James Prochaska, Ph.D., John Norcross, Ph.D. and Carlo DeClemente, Ph.D., provides a research-based foundation that enables us to understand how shifts in behavior occur. The Path of Action training workshops will provide information about the model through readings, discussion and experiential work to demonstrate that:

• The Transtheoretical Model breaks down the process of change into manageable stages;
• creative process experiences support the principles of transtheoretical model;
• creative process facilitates movement through the stages of change;
• creative process expands awareness about where a person or group is stuck at any of the stages and what needs to happen to move forward.

The research authored by the co-creators of this model identified five stages of change, ordered categories along a continuum of motivational readiness to change a problem behavior. This workshop explores the design of creative experiences that help to heighten the learning and healing potential of each stage of the change process. top

Path of Action II: Creative Strategies for Stages of Change

Trainer: Jude Treder-Wolff, LCSW, RMT, CGP

The Transtheoretical Model identifies ten processes of change expressed as transitions between the stages of change. This workshop explores ways to heighten awareness of the choices available during these transitions and move in new directions. When we learn the dynamics of the processes of change, conflicts in relationships – as well as in communities and societies - can be understood in ways that illuminate creative approaches to the tensions blocking effective change.

Going To The Well: Understanding and Preventing Burn-Out

Trainer: Jude Treder-Wolff, LCSW, RMT, CGP

Therapists, counselors, health care workers, educators, and other professionals who work closely with people are especially vulnerable to the effects of stress in the current climate that requires us to accomplish more in less time and with less resources. Role fatigue that leads to burn-out in both personal relationships and professional responsibilities is related to an imbalance between available resources that energize and strengthen us - both internal and external - and the increasing intensity of demands.

This workshop intensive will provide:

• Information about the process of role fatigue leading to burn-out and how to recognize symptoms;
• Experiences that energize and awaken creative capacities that empower and energize us in daily life;
• Tools and technique to activate and maintain the psychological “muscle” that creativity strengthens;
• Discussion of the application of these tools and techniques in relationships and work with others.

The Training Group meets Wednesday evenings 8-10 p.m. Location: 496 Smithtown ByPass Suite 202 Smithtown, NY Fee: $150/month. A consultation with the trainer is required for admission into the group. To arrange a consultation call Nicholas Wolff at 631-366-4265

This experiential and didactic training group covers the use of action methods for

• Emotional and psychological healing, growth, & learning;
• Exploration of cultural and social issues;
• 12– step recovery work;
• Trauma and loss;

The training process includes:

• Academic readings
• Opportunities to direct
• Skill Development in Psychodrama Techniques:
• Directing Warm-Ups
• Role Reversal
• Scene-Setting
• Doubling
• Mirroring
• Phases of Group Process
• Role Training

Nicholas Wolff served as President of the American Society of Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama from 2005-2007 after 10 years on the Executive Council. He is currently Website Editor for the organization.

A Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Board Certified Diplomate, and Trainer, Educator and Practitioner of Psychodrama (TEP) in full-time private practice, Nicholas Wolff has conducted training in action methods, psychodrama, and group psychotherapy for mental health, education, law enforcement, and business professionals for over 25 years. In private practice since 1975, his professional training seminars have covered a full range of social issues, including small and large group process, social and gender roles in cultural context, family therapy, addiction, racism and trauma. He has served on the Suffolk County Trauma Response Team since 1990, was the Senior Debriefer when the Response Team worked with survivors of the attack on the World Trade Center, and Senior Counselor in assisting the caregivers involved with survivors and rescue workers.