The ACT of mindful love:
The foundation of
heartfelt relationships
Queenstown, New Zealand | Oct 21st through Oct 27th | 2010
Workshop 20 hours
PRESENTERS: Dr. James Bramson and Lyn Benson, Psychologist and Family Therapist
“We are all in intense love relationships from birth onward.” (David Richo) To be in a loving, mindful
relationship we need to understand what drives us to be reactive or non-reactive, self-righteous or
compassionate, unaware or aware, critical or loving.
In this highly experiential workshop, we will examine the impact of our projections, fears, thought fusion
and attachments on brain structure and brain chemistry. We will learn to appreciate, have compassion
for and accept ourselves so that we can fully embrace others in a Mindful loving way. Learn how to
“be” in relationship with your partner and important others with the openness, non-judgment, curiosity
and wonderment that non-attachment can bring. This workshop will also provide opportunities for
advanced practice. Return home invigorated and inspired, with a clearer understanding of your own way of
being, and able to offer your clients this new knowledge to facilitate change in all of their relationships.
Oct 21-27 Our workshop will be held at Rydges Hotel in Queenstown beginning October 22nd. Orientation
will take place on October 21st in the Wakatipu Room and the workshop will offi cially begin on the 22nd.
Set on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, our hotel overlooks the lake and the magnifi cent “Remarkables”
Mountain Range. In addition to the workshop, participants will have time to explore the area. Or simply
relax and enjoy the stunning scenery.
Oct 27-30 For those who wish to extend their trip, there will be an optional tour to Christchurch, known as
“The Garden City”. It is home to beautiful gardens and tree lined streets and is also a culturally rich city full
of architectural landmarks, cafes, restaurants, music, art, and much more.
Integral Health and Training Institute meets the qualifications for up to 21 hours of continuing education for California Marriage
Family Therapists (MFT’s) and/or Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW’s) as required by the California Board of Behavioral
Sciences Provider #4692.
COST OF PROGRAM: U.S.$ 650 (WORKSHOP ONLY)
DAY EXCURSIONS WILL BE ARRANGED AND
OFFERED THROUGH Integral Health and Training Institute (IHTI)
The ACT of mindful love:
The foundation of
heartfelt relationships
Queenstown, New Zealand | Oct 21st through Oct 27th | 2010
This workshop is experiential in nature and numbers are strictly limited
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
• Apply principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and the relevance of ACT to Mindful Love in relationships
• Utilize Mindsight (theory and practice), to see ourselves and others more clearly
• Explore the neurochemistry and Dharma of love
• Demonstrate alternative relating modes to avoidance/conflict
• Practice empathy rather than self-righteousness
• Apply mindfulness and meditation practices to develop self and other compassion
• Love and accept “what is”, relinquishing attachment to “what isn’t”
PRESENTER(S) BIOGRAPHIES:
Dr James Bramson, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Organizational Consultant, has lived,studied, worked
and facilitated workshops both in U.S.A. and abroad and has over twenty-four years of psychotherapy,training,
consulting and teaching experience. He is committed to helping individuals and organizations optimize mind, body
and spiritual integration. Dr Bramson is in full time private practice in San Francisco, USA www.drbramson.com
Lyn Benson is a Registered Psychologist and Family Therapist and following work in Community Mental Health
and Family Therapy Centre settings, has been in full time private practice in Melbourne since 1997. Lyn has
extensive experience coordinating seminars and designing and facilitating skills training workshops both in
Australia and Internationally. Lyn has written and published articles relating to changes in the couple relationship
following the birth of children, on Mindful Parenting, and “How Family Therapy Can Help Children in Families.”
Lyn is committed to working with individuals, couples and families to enrich their lives through the blend of
Psychotherapy and holistic practices.
Integral Health and Training Institute meets the quali fications for up to 21 hours of continuing education for California Marriage
Family Therapists (MFT’s) and/or Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW’s) as required by the California Board of Behavioral
Sciences Provider #4692.
This activity has been endorsed by the Australian Psychological Society for 20 Generalist Professional Development points AND 20 College of Counselling Psychologist Points.
Applications and deposits can also be mailed to
Ricky Fishman, Co-Director of IHTI: Dr. Ricky Fishman
1700 Union Street,
San Francisco, CA 94123
(ph) 510-387-7881 (f) 415-441-9238 | ricky@rickyfishman.com
