Created For Connection

*Created For Connection is a unique and powerful relationship workshop that helps couples to:

-better understand romantic love and the pivotal moves and moments that define a relationship.

-better understand their own and their partner's emotional responses and needs.

-be able to describe and control negative interactions/spirals that create pain and distance.

-be able to shape the positive moments of reaching and responding that create a secure bond.

Created For Connection  guides couples through a series of private conversations essential in strengthening their relationship.  The 7 conversations are described in more detail in the book, *"Created For Connection" by Dr Sue Johnson with Kenny Sanderfer, copyright 2016.  Although not necessary, it helps if couples pick up the book and familiarize themselves with the material before attending the workshop.  It also helps to check out any of Sue Johnson's free videos on Youtube. 

The workshop is not intended to overload couples with knowledge, but rather focuses on helping couples build their emotional presence skills and strengthen their sense of closeness.

As facilitator, I try to create a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere where couples can feel  supported in their attempts to create a better and more secure bond with their partner.  In this process, couples learn to move beyond their negative responses and shape more open, flexible and positive responses with their partner.  Depending on the location, there may also be a co-facilitator.

Finally, these workshops shine light on how deeply and profoundly God has created us for connection to Him and to our loved ones:

"I can see now, GOD, that your decisions are right;...

Oh, love me - and right now! - Hold Me Tight!

just the way you promised.

Now comfort me so I can live, really live;

your revelation is the tune I dance to."                                          

              -Psalm 119:75-77 (The Message)

Together, applying Biblical truths and well-documented counseling principles in a workshop format, couples create a foundation for real and lasting positive change and find the love and connection with their partners that they were created to experience!

Exerpts taken from "The Hold Me Tight Program, Facilitators Guide" by Dr Sue Johnson, copyright 2010, All rights Reserved.