About the Training
Webinar Overview
Join us for an immersive training that delves into the fundamentals of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and explores innovative ways to integrate parts work with Nature-based Therapy. This course offers practical activities to engage with the natural world, aiming to address the parts of yourself and your clients that require attention and care. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to these modalities, you'll come away with actionable strategies to enrich your therapeutic practice.
Key Learning Objectives
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Review the Basics of Internal Family Systems
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Gain a foundational understanding of IFS principles.
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Learn How to Assess Ecological Identity
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Discover techniques to evaluate one's relationship with the natural world.
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Design a Nature-based Approach
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Brainstorm and create personalized strategies for yourself or your clients.
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Practice Indoor Nature-based IFS Techniques
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Learn 1-2 methods to apply Nature-based IFS principles in indoor settings.
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Experiment with Outdoor Activities
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Engage in 1-2 outdoor activities to explore parts work in a natural environment.
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Map Parts in Innovative Ways
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Learn how to map internal parts both on paper and through nature-based methods.
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Program Schedule
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Session 1: Introductions
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Welcome and course overview
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Icebreaker activity
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Session 2: Foundations of Internal Family Systems
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Activity: Mapping your own system
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Group discussion and debrief
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM | Break
11:15 AM – 12:30 PM | Session 3: What is Ecological Identity?
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Understanding ecological identity
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Partner activity to assess ecological identity
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM | Lunch Break
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Session 4: Integrating Nature-based Therapy into Parts Work
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Lecture: Therapeutic benefits and methods for integrating NBT-IFS indoors and outdoors
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Case studies of successful interventions
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Experiential activity: Indoor practice in groups
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Large group debrief
2:30 PM – 2:45 PM | Break
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM | Session 5: Outdoor Practice Session
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Hands-on activities to apply Nature-based IFS techniques
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Session 6: Debrief
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Share experiences in small groups
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Session 7: Meaning-making & Closing Discussion
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Group reflections on personal and client impact
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Q&A session
Upcoming Course
Course Date | Duration | Location | Availability |
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04/04/2025 | 7 Hours | Live Online | Good |
Unlock the therapeutic power of nature combined with IFS to enhance your practice.
Starts Apr 4, 2025
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Instructor Highlights
Vanya Laporte
RCC
Vanya Laporte is a Registered Clinical Counsellor based on Vancouver Island outside the city of Victoria, Canada. With over 15 years of experience working with youth and families, Vanya specializes in Nature-based Therapy and Internal Family Systems to offer alternative approaches to mental health services. She has dedicated her career to facilitating outdoor nature programs and designing therapeutic methods that foster deep connections with nature.
Logistics & Registration
Prepare to engage with nature and deepen your therapeutic skills on this one-day live online training. Here's what participants need to know:
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When: Friday, Apr 4, From 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Where: Live Online
Cost: $180 per person
Scholarship Available: Limited need-based scholarship available. Apply here.
CE Details
Center for Nature Informed Therapy has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7473. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Center for Nature Informed Therapy is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. Nature Informed Attachment & Trauma Therapy Training course will receive 6 NBCC credit hours.
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This program consists of 6 NBCC clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from the activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements
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The Center for Nature Informed Therapy, Provider 2022, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: July 7, 2024-July 7, 2025. Social workers completing this course receive 6.5 general continuing education credits.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is Internal Family Systems (IFS)?
A: Internal Family Systems is an evidence-based psychotherapy model that helps individuals access and heal their protective and wounded inner parts, leading to greater self-understanding and harmony.
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Q: Who Should Attend This Training?
A: This course is ideal for Social Workers, Counselors, Family Therapists, Teachers, and any professionals interested in incorporating Nature-based Therapy and IFS into their practice.
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Q: Do I Need Prior Knowledge of Internal Family Systems?
A: No prior knowledge is required. The training is designed to be accessible for both beginners and those with experience in IFS.