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The London Chapter of Viktor Frankl’s Logotherapy and Existential Anaylsis offers the following services
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3. Workshops and Special Interest Seminars
1. Educational Courses
Certification in Logotherapy and Existential Analysis (Viktor Frankl’s Psychology)
Minimum entry requirements
- Membership with the Viktor Frankl Institute
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional/life experience
- Cost per course £500.00 includes: Distance Learning consultation and support, Course Guides and Selected Articles
- All other text used in the courses are available from internet sources or bookstores
Introductory Course
The Introductory course serves as a foundation in Logotherapy and familiarizes participants with Viktor E. Frankl's existential approach to the fundamental motivating factor in human existence, the search for meaning.
Required reading:
- Man's Search for Meaning, by Viktor E. Frankl
- Course guide and Selected articles from The International Forum for Logotherapy
Topics include:
- the development of Logotherapy as a philosophy, a personality theory, and a theory of psychotherapy (the Third Viennese School of Psychotherapy)
- a comparison of Logotherapy with Sigmund Freud's psychoanalysis and Alfred Alder's individual psychology, as well as with other major theories of psychotherapy
- concepts and tenets of Franklian philosophy and psychology -- known as Logotherapy
- an overview of techniques used in Logotherapy with an emphasis on ethical responsibilities important to Logotherapists
the significance of the human spirit in the study of Logotherapy - Logotherapy’s consideration of the dignity and uniqueness of he human being
- Logotherapy’s perspective on finding meaning in unavoidable suffering
The course concludes with a summary, review, examination and evaluation.
Intermediate Courses
1. Franklian Psychology: Attitudinal Change
The study of Franklian psychology is the natural starting point in the Intermediate series of courses in that this course helps individuals grasp the significance of the Logotherapeutic concept of attitudinal change, which provides the impetus that makes Logotherapy work. Franklian Psychology: Attitudinal Change involves emphasis on the dynamics of addiction, as related to substance abuse.
Required reading:
- Will to Meaning by Viktor Frankl
- Life with Meaning: Guide to the Fundamental Principals of Viktor E. Frankl's Logotherapy by Maria Marshall, Ph.D., R. Psych. Diplomate in Logotherapy
- Selected articles from the International Forum for Logotherapy
Topics include:
- the study of Frankl’s phenomenological, existential learning theory as seen in various life stages, involving motivation and values in attitudinal change
- maieutic (Socratic) dialogue; the intuitive conscience
- the neurotic triad (depression, aggression, addiction -- and the energy of despair involved in each one)
- the therapeutic significance of gratitude, humor, human dignity and freedom
- Logotherapy’s use of paradoxical intention, self-distancing, dereflection, and self-transcendence
- the use of these concepts in providing help and comfort, and facilitating growth in the face of unavoidable suffering, guilt and death.
The course concludes with the summary, review examination and evaluation
2. Franklian Psychology: Meaning-Centred Interventions
Following a natural progression of thought and practice from attitudinal change (as studied in 2.1 Franklian Psychology: Attitudinal Change), the Logotherapeutic Model of Mental Health involves a study of the affirmative, future oriented, holistic approach of Logotherapy that seeks to reverse the trend of meaninglessness, depersonalization, and nihilism. The course focuses on helping to facilitate an awareness of dignity and uniqueness within the individual as a source of strength and well-being for making choices and taking responsibility for one’s actions.
Required reading:
- The Doctor and the Soul by Viktor Frankl
- Selected articles from the International Forum from Logotherapy
Viktor Frankl’s Logotherapy by Ann V. Graber
Topics include:
- a study of the place of Logotherapy in the discipline of psychotherapy
- a review of Logotherapy’s basic tents (see Introductory course)
- Logotherapy’s three dimensional concept of the human being (somatic, psychic, noetic) as a significant resource for mental health
- an emphasis on using Logotherapy in crisis intervention and prevention
- methodologies in the development of meaning in life
- didactic presentations, case demonstrations/illustrations, and participant involvement
The course concludes with a summary, review, examination and evaluation.
Advanced Courses towards certification:
a) Associate in Logotherapy
Franklian Psychology: Theory and Therapy of Mental Disorders
This course includes a study of Viktor E. Frankl’s theories of neuroses and psychoses, and offers in-depth illustrations of methods and techniques used in Logotherapy.
Topics include:
- an emphasis on the use of Logotherapy with depression
- a study of the use of Logotherapy in treating hysteria, and the obsessive-compulsive personality disorder
- Logotherapy's approach to phobias and anxiety disorders
- use of Logotherapeutic concepts in treating other emotional disorders, including specific phases in therapy and follow-up
- an emphasis on case demonstrations/illustrations is incorporated into the format of the course
The advanced clinical course are available on site only
Required reading:
The Doctor and the Soul (Part II) by Viktor Frankl
On the Theory and Therapy of Mental Disorders by Viktor Frankl
Selected articles from the International Forum for Logotherapy
The course concludes with a summary, review, and examination
b) Diplomate - Clinical or Educator/Administrator in Logotherapy
Please contact The London VFIL Instructor for details
2. Counselling
We offer therapeutic counselling and psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. It is offered to all who seek a fresh perspective on their lives. It is for those who are experiencing a sense of boredom and apathy regarding where they are at and the trajectory of their personal lives as well as their career and work lives. The service is for those seeking counselling for day to day stresses, anxieties, depressions, grief, psychological pain, suffering and debriefing as well as for those seeking counselling/psychotherapy/analyses and support with more serious issues of:
- Mental Health
- Addictions
- Relationships
- Career and life related issues
Charges for counselling/Therapy sessions:
Information available upon request
Student discount available
All fees are negotiable
Please send your, confidential, inquiries and make appointments via the ‘Contact Us’ page.
As a logotherapist my role is to facilitate the birth of knowledge that you have within you to support you in making changes that you desire.
3. Workshops, Special Interest Seminars to be announced in 2012
*Presentations by: Special Guest of the VFIL – to be announced *
Reading Viktor Frankl Workshop - on going
3.1 Onsite tutorials available upon request
4. Consultation
- One day introductory workshop ‘Finding Meaning and Purpose in the Work Place'.
- Details available upon request.