A 2-Day Beginner and Intermediate Workshop
11 CEs through NBCC included
With David Mars, PhD, LMFT
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This two-day introductory experiential workshop will feature an opportunity to learn about treating couples in a way that will enliven your work.​
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Formerly AEDP for Couples, Transformative Couples Therapy (TCT) focuses on evoking and amplifying the felt experience of love as a guiding light in sessions.
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TCT is based on attachment research and affective neuroscience, and it cultivates the therapist and couples’ own embodied witnessing consciousness. It uses the Seven Channels of Experience as a central part of the work. Click here to learn more.
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We will combine large group training with small breakout groups to give you an experience of applying what you learn.
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This workshop is for therapists new to couples therapy as well as experienced couples therapists, including those trained in other modalities.
May 30-31, 2025
Hillsdale Conference Center
550 Hillsdale Drive
Charlottesville, VA
Course Description
This two-day training is designed for practitioners at beginner to intermediate levels who want to enhance their skills in couples therapy. The course integrates cutting-edge neuroscience, psychophysiology, and experiential practices to address common challenges in couples.
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You will:
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Learn to teach couple members how to relate to each other from their self-at-best from the very first session.
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Help couples to cultivate healthy patterns of love and respect-based awareness to create positive changes in everyday lives within the relationship.
Through Dr. Mars’ unique process, TCT helps couples grow the necessary capacities to experience more peace, love-based inspiration, and grounded safety, helping them to love and be loved in a balanced way in their lives.
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This workshop combines didactic presentations, interactive exercises, and role-play demonstrations. Join us to deepen your understanding of transformative therapy and build effective tools to foster connection and growth in couples.
Additional Details
Scholarships
A limited number of need-based, partial scholarships are available on a first-come, first served basis. Please email vaepinfo@gmail.com for application information prior to registration.
Program Cancellation/Changes Policy
In the event VAEP needs to cancel a training/ program prior to its start, every effort will be made to reschedule the canceled event. If a participant is unable to attend the rescheduled event date a full refund will be issued to participants for any tuition fees paid for the program. VAEP is not responsible for participant expenses including travel, childcare, missed practice sessions, etc.
Cancellations and Refund Requests
In the event that a participant needs to cancel after registering:
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Canceling 16 or More Days Before a Course or Seminar:
Refund: 85%/ (less 15% admin fee)
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Canceling 1-15 Days Before a Course or Seminar: No refund
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Canceling / Withdrawing / No Show on the 1st Day or During a Course or Seminar: No refund.
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By adhering to these policies, we aim to ensure a fair and consistent approach to cancellations, refunds, and transfer requests.
ADA statement:
If you require ADA accommodations, please notify VAEP at VAEPinfo@gmail.com at least 30 days prior to the event so that we can accomodate you.
Grievance Procedure:
If for any reason you are unsatisfied with this program or have questions, concerns or need assistance before or during the workshop please contact to VAEP Co-directors Mimi Steele at mcscville@gmail.com or Wendy Summer ws@wendysummer.com.
For concerns after the event please email VAEP Admin staff at VAEPinfo@gmail.com with an explanation of your concerns.
Training Location and Details
Address
Hillsdale Conference Center
550 Hillsdale Dr
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Friday
9:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday
9:00 am – 4:00 pm