Embracing the Role of the Wise Elder

School of Psychodrama & Experiential Therapies

A professional training with three CE and psychodrama credits exploring aging and the role of "the wise elder"

Ancient goddess myths and literature refer to three phases of female adult development as the maiden, the mother and the crone. In recent years, we have come to talk about the crone, the archetype of the wise old woman, as the gender-neutral and more inclusive reference of “the wise elder,” similar to Carl Jung&#x27;s archetype known as The Sage.So we ask, “What defines a wise elder? How does one develop into a wise elder and how is the wise elder different from the ubiquitous “senior citizen” that so dominates our cultural language today?In this online training workshop with Linda Ciotola, M.Ed., TEP, and Karen Carnabucci, LCSW, TEP, we explore and experience the language and the phases of role development with us – and invite participants to step into the gifts of aging with grace and learn to bridge the gulf between life and death. We will use the action of psychodrama, the bonds of relationship through sociometry, plus music and the arts we will explore, honor, and celebrate the Wise Elder – and give you a multitude of ideas on how to integrate these concepts into your own life and your work with people of all ages.You will learn how to:<ul><li>Identify where you are now as you relate to the wise elder role using Dr. J.L. Moreno’s role theory of development.</li><li>Understand basic correspondences of Dr. Moreno’s view with the perspective of Carl Jung, the Swiss psychoanalyst who first identified the archetypes.</li><li>Explore what aspects of the wise elder you already possess regardless of your current age.</li><li>Practice stepping into the wise elder role and experience through multiple psychodramatic techniques.</li><li>Explore how your near and far ancestors modeled for you the meaning of aging and how you can hold these meanings in an appropriate way for you in the 21st century.</li></ul>Art-making ProjectAn art-making project – the making of a Wise Elder staff and accompanying rituals – will be integrated into the training class along with instructions on how to replicate the art-making project with the people you work with. After registration and before the class begins, you will receive a detailed list of art materials and found objects to have available to start your staff during the class.What to bring <ul><li>A staff, a tree branch, long stick </li><li>Ribbons, string, cords, yarn, thin wire.</li><li>Assorted found objects such as old jewelry, pinecones, mementos, silk flowers, stones, crystals, little chains, beads, holiday ornaments and other objects that are meaningful to you. </li><li>A notebook if you wish to take notes.</li><li>Your curiosity, questions and enthusiasm.</li></ul>Who will benefitThis training is designed for mental health professionals and professional helpers, including social workers, marriage and family therapists, licensed counselors, psychologists, addictions counselors, physicians, nurses, creative arts therapists, drama therapists, massage therapists and bodyworkers, alternative health practitioners, life and wellness coaches, educators, clergy, clinical supervisors, administrators, youth leaders, group leaders, graduate students and others interested in experiential psychotherapies and experiential learning.TuitionTuition is $95 if registered by Sept. 20, 2022, $115 after, and includes three CE credits and psychodrama hours, plus a generous online handout page of slides, handouts and links to videos and online information of interest.CE credits and psychodrama hoursThe program provides three CE credits for social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors and psychologists, plus psychodrama credits and Act 48 hours for Pennsylvania and social workers, marriage and family therapists, professorial counselors in Wisconsin.In addition, Linda Ciotola, M.Ed., TEP, is able to provide three Category 1 continuing education hours for social workers in Maryland.How to register<ul><li>You may register online here immediately with your credit card. </li><li>If you wish to register and pay in another way, please contact <a href="https://www.realtruekaren.com/contact.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Karen</a> for information.</li></ul>CE CreditsKaren Carnabucci, LCSW, TEP, Companions In Healing and the Lancaster School of Psychodrama and Experiential Psychotherapies are approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to offer continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors according to Pennsylvania Board Approval #004002.The Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology has approved continuing education programs with License #PSY000216.The Wisconsin State Board approves continuing education credits for social workers, MFTs and LPCs Provider #6834-123.These training hours may be counted towards the Certified Psychodramatist (CP) credential as approved by the <a href="http://www.psychodramacertification.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">American Board of Examiners in Psychodrama, Sociometry and Group Psychotherapy. </a><a href="http://www.psychodramacertification.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a>Training hours may be counted towards certification by the <a href="https://www.experientialprofessionals.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">International Society of Experiential Professionals.</a><a href="https://www.experientialprofessionals.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a>Training hours on psychodrama may also be applied toward certification with the <a href="https://www.nadta.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">North American Drama Therapy Association. </a>Training hours are approved for Act 48 credits for educators, school counselors and administrators in Pennsylvania.You may be able to submit your certificate for credits in another helping discipline or in another state. Please contact your respective state board for information.About ZoomOur classes are currently online, and we are using the online platform Zoom. If you are a new user to Zoom, please download on your computer or tablet <a href="https://www.zoom.us/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here. </a>You may also use your smartphone but keep in mind that you may not enjoy the same learning quality due to the small screen on your smartphone.If you have used Zoom in the past, please make sure you download the most recent version of Zoom a day or two before the program.Please sign in at least five to 10 minutes before the start of the class to make sure that your program is working correctly. It is also suggested that you close other windows on your computer or tablet (e-mail, other websites, etc.) for best use of your online connection.QuestionsContact<a href="https://www.realtruekaren.com/contact.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> Karen</a> for questions including information on refunds or complaints.

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