Groups, Classes & Workshops
Practitioners at People House offer a wide variety of groups and classes. The descriptions provided below can help you decide which best fits your needs.
Why Groups, Classes & Workshops?
In the wired world of the twenty-first century the Internet allows us to connect with people and knowledge from around the globe. Digital encyclopedias, chat rooms, multimedia, even a virtual office at home, are all there at the click of a mouse. But is clicking really connecting? And what must "click" before we connect to ourselves?
At People House, our experience tells us that access to global information is no substitute for a deep connection to our own inner spirit. As human beings, that's really what we're looking for. Even in the most sophisticated lifestyles, the man or woman at peace is the one with self-knowledge.
In a group setting we find that we're not alone in our search. As we hear others tell their stories, we see how they deal with struggles not unlike our own. In telling our personal stories, we see the gift of our uniqueness reflected back to us in the loving faces of the group members. We feel compassion for others and for ourselves. We learn new behaviors and gain the courage to try them out in a supportive environment. We feel safe to shine a light on dark places in our life experiences. In the process, we connect to others and to ourselves.
Women's Growth Group
This on-going group creates a safe place to gain self-understanding and acceptance in a supportive environment. For mature women who are continuing to overcome limitations and develop a richly rewarding life.
Facilitator: Lori Ohlson MA, LPC
Date/Time: On-going Tues. evenings 6:30 - 8:30pm
Cost: $120 per month Held in Lori's office
Registration/Information: Limited to 8; 3 month commitment; Lori, 303-525-3038; loriohlson@peoplehouse.org
Sensory Awareness: Recovering Aliveness
Bombarded by the noise, speed and over-stimulation of life in our society, we can become deadened to sensation and unable to experience or receive the nourishment that life offers. In this class, we will work with the basics of embodiment and connect to the life-spring of vitality within ourselves. We may come to know once again, a depth of experiencing and an aliveness that we may not have known since childhood
Facilitator: Marlene and Paul Zweig
Date/Time: Weds. evenings, 6:30 - 8:30pm, ongoing
Cost: $75 in Spruce Hall
Registration/Information: Marlene or Paul; 303-758-3866; Zweigs@gmail.com; Class size limited to 10.
The Brain Dominance Profile
Learn how and why you're your lateral dominance patters (i.e. dominant brain, eye, ear, hand and foot) affect your behavior, relationships, work and play performance, and learning ability. Identifying these preferences allows you greater understanding of how your brain, body and nervous systems are organized, which can point to concrete ways to honor and aid your unique method of processing. You will create your own "dominance profile" and walk away with information about how you take in, assimilate and process sensory information, respond to and express new learning, and illuminate your behavior, especially in stressful circumstances. This class will be particularly useful to students, parents, teachers and couples, or anyone who feels they have ever had difficulty learning or "freeze up" under stress.
Facilitator: Mary Washington, MS, is a Holistic Psychotherapist and former special education paraprofessional with a focus on learning and performance enhancement
Date/Time: Jan. 11; 7 - 9pm; Spruce Hall
Cost: $35
Registration/Information: Pre-registration required; Mary 303-956-9570; marywashington24@yahoo.com
Still Puffing Away? Be Tobacco-free in 1 evening with Hypnosis!
Smoking causes cancer, emphysema, and other diseases, and comes with a negative social stigma, yet people take it up. It not only affects your health, it affects the health of those around you. And it costs you a lot of money to maintain that habit. Join Ed Robb for an evening discussion on smoking, the mind, and ending with hypnosis to help you kick that habit. Hypnosis is an accepted, successful way to end your smoking habit. It's safe, gentle, and effective. No barking, no quacking, just quit smoking.
Facilitator: Ed Robb, CCHt.
Date/Time: Tues., Jan. 12, 7 - 9:00pm; in the Loft
Cost: $50
Registration/Information: Limited to 8, pre-registration required; Ed, 303-733-9962 or ed@edwardcrobb.com
Dreams for Dating
Join us on a journey to discovering a meaningful and lasting relationship. This is a therapeutic and educational group providing opportunities for men and women to assist each other in the process plus time to work separately in a male or female groups. Each session will have a specific tool and topic relating to relationships and will be interactive and enjoyable. · Tools to establish and maintain meaningful relationships. · Explore why it is so difficult to find a compatible partner. · Gain insight and honest feedback from the opposite sex. · Explore desirable qualities a potential partner would have. · Boundaries, what works and what is comfortable. · Discover the impact of family of origin dynamics. · Discuss what personality traits are compatible. · Learn to read signals and learn what signals you offer. · Understand what intimacy may look like for a potential partner.
Facilitator: Jodi Hardesty MA, NCC and Sara Haas- Runge MA, CHT
Date/Time: Sat. Jan. 16 for 6 weeks every Saturday; Times and location TBA; contact for details
Cost: $50 per 2 hour group. Get the wisdom of group members and two psychotherapists at this affordable rate. Price reduced to $40 per session for payment up front in full.
Registration/Information: 6 week commitment. Jodi, 303-704-8361; jodijhardesty@aol.com or Sara, 303-432-1880; sarajhaas@comcast.com
Relational Life Community Group
One of the things we believe in the Relational Life Institute, based on the work of Terry Real, is that our society and our pressures are not conducive to or supportive of our relationships. As a result, we attend a workshop and have great hopes of becoming different and using our new skills. However, what generally happens is we forget what we need to do to keep our 24/7 practice going and fall back into our default, old habits. This group is designed to explore and implement the effective tools found in Terry's groundbreaking books: The New Rules of Marriage, How Can I Get Through to You and I Don't Want to Talk About It. Whether you have asked for some kind of ongoing support to remind you of the skills or to have a place to ask questions; or, if you are not familiar with this model but are looking for a positive support for your couple, come and join us.
Facilitator: Dee Marcotte MS, MA, LPC with Assistants: Brian Cooper MS, MA and Donna Standley, CRCC, CRCS, CTACC
Date/Time: Fri. once a month - Jan. 22, Feb. 26, Mar. 26, April 30, & May 14; Times: 6pm - 8pm; in Spruce Hall
Cost: $25 per person per session
Registration/Information: Dee, 303-829-6422; www.deemarcotte.com
Discover Your Spiritual Life Purpose
Everyone has a unique spiritual purpose for being here. We are born with a special purpose already in coded with in our cells. When you know what you are here to "BE", it is easier to find satisfaction and inner peace with what you are doing. Nancy will guide you through a very simple yet profound inner process that reveals your Spiritual Life Purpose and how to fulfill it! Experience this exciting journey of going within and discovering what you are here to "BE". This process was channeled through Nancy Harris in 1994. For 15 years she has successfully used this process with hundreds of clients and workshop participants.
Facilitator: Nancy R. Harris, MSS
Date/Time: Wed. Jan. 27, and Wed. Mar. 24; 6:30 - 9:30pm
Cost: $45 if register by Jan. 23, thereafter $55/person
Registration/Information: Nancy, 303-692-9092 x2; www.nancyharris.com; space limited; held in my office
Enneagram Drop-In Class
The Enneagram is considered a Spiritual Psychology. The Enneagram is different than most personality typing systems in that it not only tells you about the pitfalls of your personality type, but it also gives you the tools necessary for moving beyond these pitfalls. In addition to talking about the psychological aspect of you, the Enneagram also provides the methods to move out of our personality beliefs and transform into the person you "truly" are - what is often called our essence. Studying the Enneagram allows you to catch yourself in "the act" of your personality pattern and begin to change your habitual routines. This is the pathway to transformation and well-being. As a drop-in class, you will be exposed to various elements of the Enneagram in each of the sessions. One session does not necessarily depend on the others. However, knowing your type would be helpful. Benefits Of Studying The Enneagram: · Acknowledges the diversity & uniqueness within each of us · Gives us tools to create change in ourselves · Encourages compassion for self and others · Creates new avenues for effective communication · Explains our differences; helps us understand ourselves & others · Restores hope & creates peace of mind and joy in our lives
Facilitator: Dee Marcotte MS, MA, LPC
Date/Time: Jan. 28, Feb. 11, Mar. 18, April 15 and May 13; Time: 6 - 8pm
Cost: $15.00 per person per class Classes will be held at Englewood Library in the Parrin Room
Registration/Information: Dee, 303-829-6422; www.deemarcotte.com
Approach to Treatment with the Binge Eating / Obese Client
This seminar uses a combination of experiential exercises, lecture and small group work to teach the philosophy behind integrative approaches to binge eating disorder and compulsive overeating. This approach uses a five-step method that identifies points of resistance and core beliefs that stand in the way of recovery. Nutritional therapies, medication and other conventional therapies, alternative medicine and the use of dietary supplements will be discussed. This approach goes beyond dieting to identify and heal deeper causes of binge eating and weight gain and the beliefs that support them. The purpose of the seminar is to enable clinicians to work with their clients with binge eating to literally shift from the psychological mindset that supports their obesity to one that is in line with their conscious commitment to their health and well-being. The seminar offers proven strategies to enhance your understanding and ability to support the recovery and deeper healing of your clients with binge eating disorder. You will also have the opportunity to discuss difficult cases with Dr. Ross, who has been described as a pioneer in the use of integrative medicine for the treatment of eating disorders.
Facilitator: Carolyn Coker Ross, MD, MPH
Date/Time: Fri. Feb. 5; 9:30am-12:30pm; in the Chapel
Cost: $30
Registration/Information: Carolyn, 520-440-0079; crossmd@mac.com; www.carolynrossmd.com
End Emotional Overeating
Do you eat when you are sad, lonely, angry, anxious? Emotional overeating is an attempt to escape our problems by using food. This leads to weight gain and low self-esteem. Learn why you do this and the tools to stop. You can manage problems and feelings without using food; free yourself from the cycle of overeating and dieting; lose weight and develop a positive body image; and increase self-esteem. Develop a new relationship with food and eating. Learn to nourish yourself with food and take care of yourself in other ways. We offer a safe supportive environment to share and grow with others. Each class will cover a different topic.Contact us for information about classes, support groups and individual sessions.
Facilitator: Jo Sherrill, MA, psychotherapist and trainer with 30 years experience, creator of the successful program Beyond Dieting, 303-665-7276; jojsherrill@msn.com. Christine Allison, MA, psychotherapist and trainer with nine years experience in the mental health field, 720-209-7240, christine-allison@juno.com
Date/Time: 6 wk. class; Thurs. Feb. 11, 18, 25, Mar. 4, 11 and 18, 6:30 - 8:30pm; in Christine's office
Cost: Advance Registration Required. We encourage you to attend all sessions; $110 for all 6 sessions.10% discount if registered before Jan.28
Money Coaching Circles: Release Your Barriers to Manifesting Wealth & Abundance
Money coaching is a step-by-step process that helps people to understand and become more present to their patterns and behaviors around money. A bridge between financial planning and therapy, in money coaching we seek to achieve greater balance, expand awareness and transform our relationship with money through the engagement of eight money archetypes. As money can be a taboo subject, we often live in silence with our money struggles. Group process can be a powerful tool for transformation, as we break the silence and the feelings of being alone with our struggles through expression of our deepest hopes, fears, and needs in a safe and supportive container.
Facilitator: Linda Baird, MA, LPC, Certified Hakomi Therapist
Date/Time: Four Saturdays, Feb. 13 & 20, Mar.h 6 & 13; Noon - 2pm; in Spruce Hall
Cost: $180 for all four sessions
Registration/Information: minimum 6, maximum 10. Linda, 303-507-6310; Linda@bodymindintegrativetherapy.com
Shame Workshop
How has shame impacted your life and the way you feel about yourself? Although we don't often talk about shame, particularly our own shame, shame is an emotion we all experience. Shame is an emotion that we tend to evaluate ourselves. When we feel shame, we feel we are bad or flawed in some way. Our feelings of shame are internalized, hidden, and seem to grow in the dark. Shame is a way to disconnect from relationships and ourselves, not wanting other's to get too close to you, for fear they might see the real you. Defeating the hold of shame can be worked through constructively to move you to the authentic self you were created to be. Talking about shame reduces the effects and power that it has over us. For women, connection is about mutual support, acceptance and caring. Working through your shame requires you to talk about the ways you have experienced and felt shamed. But it doesn't end there. Healing comes from learning to feel compassion for yourself. Come learn more about shame, its impact, and healing.
Facilitator: Debi Circle MA
Date/Time: Wed. Feb. 17; 6:30 - 8:30pm; Blue Sky Room
Cost: Donation to PH sincerely appreciated
Registration/Information: Debi, 303-514-4732; dcircle8895@aol.com
Anxiety Support Group
Are you struggling with excessive anxiety, desiring to make it more manageable? Do you feel trapped by irrational thoughts? Are any of these symptoms familiar to you: insomnia, feeling nervous, heart palpitations, irritability, difficulty with concentration, lashing out and/or feeling over or underwhelmed with your life? Our 8-week, safe and healing support group will give you an opportunity to meet others with similar problems so you can realize you're not so alone. You can share how anxiety affects your life, receiving and giving insight to others who are struggling, as well. You will also learn effective methods and coping techniques, guiding you to connect more fully with yourself and your relationships.
Facilitator: Dianne Drake Foss MS and Debi Circle MA
Date/Time: Thurs. Feb. 18 - April 8; 6:30 - 8:30pm in the Blue Room
Cost: $160.00 commitment ($20.00/support group session) Registration: Limited to 6;
Registration/Information: Dianne; 303-921-5125; dinnydf@comcast.net
Muscle Testing 101
Experience fun and exciting ways to use Muscle Testing to enhance your life! In this "hands on" class you will learn how to correctly muscle test yourself and others. Derived from Applied Kinesiology, Muscle Testing is a unique and accurate way to use the wisdom of your body, via slight pressure to an arm or other limbs, to help determine what is going on in your unconscious mind. Nancy Harris has over 20 years experience using Muscle Testing with herself and her clients.
Facilitator: Nancy R. Harris, MSS
Date/Time: Thurs. Feb. 25; 6:30 - 9:30pm
Cost: $45 if register by Feb.22; thereafter $55/person
Registration/Information: Nancy, 303-692-9092 x 2; www.nancyharris.com; in the Chapel
Moderate Drinking Support Group
Are you concerned about your drinking? Are you hoping to learn more about moderation for your problem drinking habits (vs. chronic drinking) without having to choose total abstinence? You are not alone. For more than 7 years, Dianne has been the facilitator of Denver's Moderation Management group for problem drinkers. By request, she's now offering a smaller, more private weekly group. Members will be held accountable, supporting one another in their struggles, and gaining understanding about their own reasons for overdrinking. Individual counseling will also be available at Dianne's People House office, if needed, at a reduced price for support group members.
Facilitator: Dianne Drake Foss MS
Date/Time: Weds. Feb. 24 to April 14 (8 weeks); 6:30 - 8:30pm; in the Blue SkyRoom
Cost: $140 commitment ($20/session)
Registration/Information: 6-8 members. Dianne; 303-921-5125; dinnydf@comcast.net
Discovering the Enneagram
The Enneagram is the most powerful, elegant and profound system of spiritual psychology available today. It describes the personality styles we use to cope with the stress of living in the world and offers a specific path of growth for each type to develop their full potential. Become more effective in the world, personally and professionally - through the Enneagram, you can: · Release self-defeating thoughts, feelings & habits · Improve your relationships ·Develop your heart of compassion · Learn the basic system and experience personal interviews with Enneagram "exemplars" (representatives of the nine personalities) discussing what life is like from their unique worldview. This brings the material alive and offers the kind of genuine understanding that comes when learning from "real" people.
Facilitator: Lori Ohlson MA, LPC has been an enthusiastic student and teacher of the Enneagram for 20 years.
Date/Time: Sat. Mar. 6; 9:30am - 5:30pm
Cost: $75
Registration/Information: Lori, 303-525-3038; loriohlson@comcast.net; in the Chapel
Forgot that New Year's Resolution? Start on a New Path to Lose Weight
Can't lose that weight? Diets and books don't work? Are you disillusioned when you look in the mirror? What you need is a new approach! Join Ed Robb for an evening discussion of weight, the mind, and finishing up with hypnosis to help you lose that weight. Your subconscious mind must act on every concept, image or idea that you allow to be planted in it. Why not let it act on losing weight! This workshop will help you get started on your weight loss program by creating healthy eating habits. Hypnosis is a safe, effective technique for reaching the subconscious mind. No, you won't bark like a dog or walk like a duck, but you will feel wonderful afterwards.
Facilitator: Ed Robb, CCHt.
Date/Time: Mon. Mar. 15, 7 - 9pm; in the Loft
Cost: $50
Registration/Information: Limited to 8;pre-registration required; Ed, 303-733-9962; ed@edwardcrobb.com
Gestalt Workshop
Are you curious? Wondering what the heck is Gestalt? For her final project before becoming a Certified Gestalt Therapist, Dianne is offering an active, experiential workshop that will include a basic understanding of Gestalt theory, philosophy, and practice. Wear casual, comfortable clothes, bring a snack, and be prepared to sit on one of the many pillows in the upstairs loft. Through various "experiments," you'll be challenged to discover a new awareness of yourself and others in the present moment.
Facilitator: Dianne Drake Foss MS
Date/Time: Sat., Mar. 27;Time: 9am - 12noon; in the Loft
Cost: $25
Registration/Information: Limited to 6-8. Dianne;303-921-5125; dinnydf@comcast.net
Honoring the Divine Feminine
This group will focus on honoring the feminine through mythology, archetypes, and alchemy. We will use creative arts to find different ways to honor the divine self as well as experiential activities that enable the physical nature of the female to shine! Women grow in community with others; we will make use of our natural relational qualities to grow emotional, intellectually, and physically.
Facilitator: Donna Blatchford and Brenda Bomgardner
Date/Time: Thurs. Mar. 18 & 25, April 1, 8, 15 &22; 7 - 9pm; in the Loft
Cost: 6 sessions $180
Registration/Information: Limit 10 women; Donna @ 303-358-9741; db1057@aol.com
Facilitator Training Alumni Process Group
FT alumni are invited and encouraged to participate in an FT Process Group one Saturday afternoon per month, free of charge. Open Floor is the focus of this group experience in a large group setting, but we may also split into small groups or dyads, depending on how the participants want to set it up. As is our custom, your level of participation is an opportunity, not an obligation. To help create a safe environment for people to do their work and a community feeling with other members, this group is not a drop-in. Registration required.
Facilitator: Carole Adams
Date/Time: 3rd Saturday of each month; Starts Mar. 20, ends Sept. 18
Cost: Monthly with no charge; in the Loft
Registration/Information: Carole 303-274-0458; carole_adams@msn.com; facilitator-training.com
Embracing Your Inner Goddess
Have you ever wished that you looked different or could be more like someone else? Do you find yourself engaging in negative self-talk? Do you sometimes compare yourself to others and think "I'm just not good enough?" If you do, you are not alone! Women can be so compassionate and caring to others, yet not with themselves. Many women today tend to struggle with body image and self esteem. As an advocate for women, I say NO MORE!! This workshop is designed to empower women and to finally reclaim our beautiful Inner Goddess! It is time to banish the feelings of "not good enough", stop the verbal abuse of ourselves and let go of fearing our power! Each of us are unique, precious, divine, goddess who deserve to love ourselves and embrace our power! Come join your sister goddess' for a workshop that is playful, creative, empowering and fun!!! You deserve it!!!!
Facilitator: Sara J. Haas-Runge, MA
Date/Time: Sat April 3; 9am - 5pm, Spurce Hall
Cost: $60
Registration/Information: by Mar.h 27;Sara 303-432-1880; sarajhaas@comcast.net
Mind/Body Skills Training
Mind/Body Skill are a powerful combination of research-based healing therapies that help people deal with life changes, stress, and illness, and is offered in a very safe and supportive small group setting. The group is highly experiential and integrates techniques such as Breath Work, Meditation, Guided Imagery, Autogenic Training (self hypnosis/biofeedback), Movement Therapy, Journal Writing, Drawing and other approaches. These techniques help participants develop a deeper level of awareness in everyday experiences and, as a result, an increased ability to cope with the emotional, physical and psychological challenges that face us in our daily lives. Group participants have experienced a decrease in depression, anxiety, pain, and fatigue; reported fewer physical symptoms of illness; and developed better coping skills and tools for managing stress. The group meets for eight weeks, two hours per evening, and for best results, participants should be committed to attending all classes and practicing the techniques in between.
Facilitator: Mary Washington, MS
Date/Time: Mondays, April 5, 12, 19, 26 & May 3, 10, 17 & 24; 6:30 - 8:30pm; Spruce Hall
Cost: $200.00
Registration/Information: Pre-registration required - Limited to 10 participants – 303-956-9570 marywashington24@yahoo.com
Trust Your Intuition
Learn how your intuition (your inner voice/gut feelings) can help you make the right decisions, ultimately steering you to a dream-filled life! Everyone has an inner voice or feelings that can and will guide his or her life. Some people hear their inner wisdom others feel or see. Most people ignore their intuition or were programmed not to pay attention to it. This class will teach you how to hear, see or feel intuition, plus trust and use it! Using Nancy Harris' Quick and Easy Emotional Release™ Energy Psychology Technique, you will learn now to use the wisdom of your body to quickly release emotional blocks and old tapes at the sub-conscious and cellular levels. QEER™ is designed to provide safe, dependable and rapid personal growth and healing. As your stress, anxieties and fears lift, you will learn how to access your "right brain and gut feeling", the home of your intuition. Nancy will guide you in a process of learning how to listen to and trust your intuition. She will also show you how to tap into your inner wisdom and make decisions that can lead to true emotional wellness, love, happiness and dreams fulfilled!
Facilitator: Nancy R. Harris, MSS
Date/Time: Sat. April 24; 9am - 5pm; in the Chapel
Cost: $99 if register by April 20, thereafter $119/person. Material fee: $5 for 25 page detailed workbook and snacks
Registration/Information: Nancy at 303 692-9092 x2; www.nancyharris.com
Facilitator Training Course
When was the last time someone listened to you, completely, and without judgment? When was the last time you really listened to your son or daughter, your parents, your employee, or yourself? "To be Heard" is the greatest gift one human being can give another! It means you are listening fully, without preconceived notions or intolerance; to help the person find clarity and understanding, not to solve their problems. To be heard in this way is empowering, energizing and invigorating. Effective listening skills are taught in Facilitator Training at People House. Visit www.facilitator-training.com for more info. This class is an-depth, experiential course. You graduate with a valuable and practical bag of tips and tools. Also, FT alumni are invited to participate in a free on-going process group that practices these listening skills. Scholarships are available.
Facilitator: Carole Adams
Date/Time: Starts in Oct. 2010, ends in April 2011; One Fri. night & Sat. day each month (70 hours total; 10 hrs. per month for 7 mo.); in the Loft
Registration/Information: Carole 303-274-0458; carole_adams@msn.com; Scholarships & applications available
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