SOM 6718 - Introduction to Somatic Psychotherapies

Institution:

California Institute of Integral Studies

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Description:

This course will be an introduction to, and exploration of, the field of somatic psychotherapy. It provides an opportunity for students outside of the somatic psychotherapy program to experience and learn beginning somatic approaches and tools. We will consider the history of the field; various styles, forms, and techniques of the work that have evolved; and major topics and issues involved in doing somatic psychotherapy, as well as deepen our own experience of embodied presence. Class will consist of readings; research; demonstrations; individual, dyad, and group exercises; class discussions; and journal or log writing/drawing.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ciis.edu

Phone Number:

(415) 575-6100

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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