Course Offerings

Counseling and Support Groups (open-ended):

A variety of groups are offered to assist individuals overcome specific deeper seated obstacles to connecting with others. 

Currently active groups are organized around the following:

Chemical Dependency, Anxiety and Stress, Grief and Loss, Adjusting to Terminal Illness, Women in Transition, Men in Transition, End of Relationship/Divorce.

Call 612.296.0152 for more information.

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Individual therapy:

In-depth processing of personal relationship patterns, emotional and/or behavioral concerns with a strength-based and growth oriented focus.

To set up an appointment, call 612.296.0152.

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Successful Dating (4 weekly 2-hour sessions):

For individuals who are planning to enter or re-enter the dating scene.

Curriculum focuses on:

1. Managing dating anxiety
2. Uncovering personal strengths and assets
3. Self-presentation
4. Structuring conversation
5. Social skills training
6. Dating etiquette
7. Identifying personal needs and goals
8. Essentials of healthy relationships
   

^{40% lecture, 25% discussion, 35% exercises.}

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Connect: Impression Management (4 weekly 2-hour sessions):

For individuals who wish to build social support and leave positive lasting impressions.

Curriculum focuses on:

1. Analysis of context
2. Managing social anxiety
3. Self-presentation
4. Participating in conversation
5. Listening skills
6. Topic selection
7. Social skills training
8. Essentials of healthy friendships
   

^{30% lecture 30% discussion, 40% exercises.}

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Dating Consultation Group (8 weeks):

For Dating Workshop graduates motivated to maintain and build upon learned skills. Support for individuals who have actively entered the dating scene.

Focus on:

1. Assisting individuals with concerns about dating
2. Providing a forum for discussion of problems and concerns as they arise
3. Anxiety management
4. Self-presentation

^{10% instruction, 50% facilitated discussion, 40% exercises.}

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Dating Consultation Group, open ended:

Ongoing support group for dating workshop graduates who are actively involved in dating.

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Getting beyond Introduction:

Effective Impression Management. Intensive 2-day workshop for women and men interested in learning how to leave positive and enduring first impressions. Most of us tend to erroneously minimize the impact we have on others following a first encounter. The reality is, we are seized up immediately and categorized as angry, friendly, interesting, etc. simply because this is how we present at the first meeting. Most of us never receive a chance to repair an unfortunate first impression. Learn how to put your best foot forward every time. a) Effective Impression Management for Business. b) Effective Impression Management for Singles. c) Effective Impression Management for Self-Improvement.

^{45% instruction, 20% facilitated discussion, 35% exercises.}

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Relationship Skills Training:

Intensive 2-day workshop for women and men who are hesitant or anxious about entering relationships because of negative past experiences. Learn what is important in building happy and healthy relationships. Examine long-standing patterns of relating to friends or significant others. Understand and release what is counter-productive and hurtful. Communicate and listen effectively.

^{45% instruction, 15% facilitated discussion, 40% exercises.}

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Couples' Communication Workshop:

For couples in committed relationships. This one-day seminar will provide couples with information regarding conflict management, effective communication, and relationship enhancement. 

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Individual Consultation:

One hour of individual assessment with RxRelate, PLC Consultant in a "natural" dating environment (i.e. coffee shop), followed by face-to-face evaluation with constructive feedback and recommendations. For individuals who are interested in identifying their strengths and weaknesses in first interactions.

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Group Coaching Sessions:

Following an individual consultation, some of the below courses may be recommended with the goal of enhancing specific aspects of self-presentation:

1. Body Language: Communicate Openness
   2-Hour session
   ^{50% lecture, 20% discussion, 30% exercises.}
2. Physical Presentation: Looking your best
   2-Hour session
   ^{50% lecture, 50% discussion.}
3. Listening 101: How to show interest
   2-Hour session
   ^{50% lecture, 20% discussion, 30% exercises.}
4. Finding Common Ground: Choosing the right topic
   2-Hour session
   ^{50% lecture, 20% discussion, 30% exercises.}
5. Balancing Conversations
   2-Hour session
   ^{50% lecture, 20% discussion, 30% exercises.}
6. Enough about me - what do you think of me? Balancing self-talk
   2-Hour session
   ^{50% lecture, 30% discussion, 20% exercises.}
7. Manners
   2-Hour session
   ^{50% lecture, 30% discussion, 20% exercises.}
8. Flexibility and Kindness
   2-Hour session
   ^{50% lecture, 30% discussion, 20%  exercises.}
   
   

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