Well, it's finally here! The Canadian Association for Anger Solutions Professionals finally has its own stand-alone website! Visit the site at http://www.angerpros.com. There is more to come of course, but the basic site is up and running and we are very pleased to have reached this next stage in the association's development.
This blog will continue to operate - and of course, as members of the CAASP people can feel free to contribute to this blog and to share your ideas and stories of success with Anger Solutions.
Don't forget the retreat is September 2-4, 2008 in Barrie, Ontario. Save the date!
Monday, March 9, 2009
Monday, January 12, 2009
It's TIME! Time to Plan for Retreat 2009. Are You In?
The CAASP Retreat is scheduled for September 2-4, 2009. Are you coming? You don't want to miss this event! It is a great opportunity for us as Anger Solutions professionals to come together - to share best practices, to engage in witty, enlightening, and inspirational discussions, and to build on the dream of making Anger Solutions the first and best choice for anger programs in Canada and the world. If you missed last year's retreat, SAVE THIS DATE! September 2-4, 2009. Here is a little taste of what was, and is to come.
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Call for Presenters - 2009 CAASP Retreat
The 2009 CAASP Retreat has been scheduled for the 2nd to 4th of September, and will once again take place at the beautiful all-inclusive Kempenfelt Conference Resort in Barrie, Ontario.
We are currently seeking proposals for Presenters for the 2009 Retreat in the following areas:
Our theme for the 2009 is "Building a Dream" ~ as Anger Solutions moves into other provinces across Canada, and internationally, the focus for 2009 is on creating sustainability for the program and its providers while maintaining the program's integrity. Authorized Anger Solutions Providers are working together to compile data on the success of their respective programs so that together we can see Anger Solutions universally recognized as an evidence-based practice. Moving forward from last year's theme of "Igniting Passion", we are looking toward working together to build a network that is solid in both its structure and its ease of communication regardless of geographical location.
To that end, we will give preference to submissions that achieve the following:
The deadline for submissions is Monday, February 3, 2009. Please send in the following information in the order described below to the CAASP Retreat via info@angersolution.com.
Name:
Position:
Agency:
CAASP Member in good standing? Yes ________ No _________
Level of CAASP Membership: Facilitator ____ Trainer ____ Master Trainer ___
Contact Information: (Address with postal code)
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
Presentation Title:
Stream in which the presentation best fits:
Abstract of presentation (no more than 200 words please):
Percentage of presentation that is lecture style:
Percentage of presentation that is interactive:
Who is this presentation best suited for?
Will you have a co-presenter? If yes, please include their name and contact information as well.
Length of presentation: 60 minutes ________ 90 minutes __________
Would you be open to your presentation being delivered as a Poster Presentation?
Will you need visual aids? If so, please specify - e.g. digital projector, flipchart, screen
Will you be providing handouts to the audience members?
Please note that the CAASP is not in a position to pay our presenters; however, we do offer a special discounted all-inclusive conference rate to our speakers.
Submission Deadline is February 3, 2009!
Once all submissions are received, we will review and notify all applicants whether or not their presentation has been accepted for the 2009 retreat. Speakers for the retreat will be solidified by March 15, 2009.
Any questions? Call 1-866-754-6169 or email info@angersolution.com
We are currently seeking proposals for Presenters for the 2009 Retreat in the following areas:
- Best Practices in Anger Solutions(TM)
- Innovation and Creativity in Service Delivery
- Business Development and Growth/Social Enterprise
- Personal/Professional Development
- Research
- Branding, Marketing, and Sales
Our theme for the 2009 is "Building a Dream" ~ as Anger Solutions moves into other provinces across Canada, and internationally, the focus for 2009 is on creating sustainability for the program and its providers while maintaining the program's integrity. Authorized Anger Solutions Providers are working together to compile data on the success of their respective programs so that together we can see Anger Solutions universally recognized as an evidence-based practice. Moving forward from last year's theme of "Igniting Passion", we are looking toward working together to build a network that is solid in both its structure and its ease of communication regardless of geographical location.
To that end, we will give preference to submissions that achieve the following:
- are specific to the Anger Solutions program (especially in the area of research, best practices, and creativity and innovation)
- provide practical tools and strategies for private practitioners to build, expand, and/or effectively brand their services
- demonstrate viable ways for Authorized Anger Solutions Providers and/or the CAASP to participate in Social Enterprise projects
- addresses new research or emerging literature about trends in anger management services and/or presents recent findings about the success of Anger Solutions programs within specific settings
- engage the attendees in developing strategies to refresh, relax, and rejuvenate while at the retreat.
The deadline for submissions is Monday, February 3, 2009. Please send in the following information in the order described below to the CAASP Retreat via info@angersolution.com.
Name:
Position:
Agency:
CAASP Member in good standing? Yes ________ No _________
Level of CAASP Membership: Facilitator ____ Trainer ____ Master Trainer ___
Contact Information: (Address with postal code)
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
Presentation Title:
Stream in which the presentation best fits:
Abstract of presentation (no more than 200 words please):
Percentage of presentation that is lecture style:
Percentage of presentation that is interactive:
Who is this presentation best suited for?
Will you have a co-presenter? If yes, please include their name and contact information as well.
Length of presentation: 60 minutes ________ 90 minutes __________
Would you be open to your presentation being delivered as a Poster Presentation?
Will you need visual aids? If so, please specify - e.g. digital projector, flipchart, screen
Will you be providing handouts to the audience members?
Please note that the CAASP is not in a position to pay our presenters; however, we do offer a special discounted all-inclusive conference rate to our speakers.
Submission Deadline is February 3, 2009!
Once all submissions are received, we will review and notify all applicants whether or not their presentation has been accepted for the 2009 retreat. Speakers for the retreat will be solidified by March 15, 2009.
Any questions? Call 1-866-754-6169 or email info@angersolution.com
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Forgiveness and Acceptance - by Tom Caswell
Forgiveness and Acceptance
My work with adults has uncovered an interesting phenomenon. People are often hung-up in their lives by their unwillingness, or inability to accept certain situations in their lives and to learn to forgive.Often, I am confronted by a client on this topic as they state, "Why should I forgive for him/her for what they did to me. I did nothing wrong." You are right! You did nothing wrong, and you were victimized! But my question is; how are you managing as you carry the negative emotions from those situations around with you in your everyday life?
Julie has written a chapter in her Anger Solutions book which addresses this concern. She states, ' Many of us don't want to forgive others because we think that forgiveness somehow means we condone what was done to us. People think that those who forgive are weak and that forgiveness is a sign of giving in.' She goes on to add that we deprive ourselves of emotional freedom when we are unable to forgive and let go of the past.
On a personal note, I can attest to this. Many people hurt us and have done terrible things to us. The amount of energy it takes to continue to despise someone is incredible and this takes away from our ability to develop positive self energy. But forgiveness is not just about others. It is about us. How many times have we done things which we know were hurtful and unfair? Some people continue to deny their role in the situation and will scapegoat others by manipulating the situation or twisting the facts to make themselves seem less responsible. We have no control over these people. We only have control over ourselves and our behaviours.
Emotional Brass Ring focuses on how to learn to forgive ourselves as well as forgive others. How to accept your faults, learn from your mistakes and use this knowledge in a proactive way. How to use your past experiences to develop a more satisfied you, which in turn will enhance the lives of others through the normal 'ripple effect'. Emotional Brass Ring is about shedding ourselves of the unnecessary weight of negative past experiences and strengthening ourselves by positive, healthy decision making and boundary setting.We do not forgive for the reason of allowing others feel better. We need to do it for ourselves. Just another tool to utilize as you practice your personal self care and develop the 'you' which until now, you may have thought was just an unattainable 'brass ring'.
Posted by Thomas G Caswell BSW, RSW at 8:16 AM at http://myemotionalbrassring.blogspot.com - Please visit Tom's Blog and leave him a comment!
On another note - Anger Pros - please get your blog sites set up as well - let's make the most of this forum!
Julie
My work with adults has uncovered an interesting phenomenon. People are often hung-up in their lives by their unwillingness, or inability to accept certain situations in their lives and to learn to forgive.Often, I am confronted by a client on this topic as they state, "Why should I forgive for him/her for what they did to me. I did nothing wrong." You are right! You did nothing wrong, and you were victimized! But my question is; how are you managing as you carry the negative emotions from those situations around with you in your everyday life?
Julie has written a chapter in her Anger Solutions book which addresses this concern. She states, ' Many of us don't want to forgive others because we think that forgiveness somehow means we condone what was done to us. People think that those who forgive are weak and that forgiveness is a sign of giving in.' She goes on to add that we deprive ourselves of emotional freedom when we are unable to forgive and let go of the past.
On a personal note, I can attest to this. Many people hurt us and have done terrible things to us. The amount of energy it takes to continue to despise someone is incredible and this takes away from our ability to develop positive self energy. But forgiveness is not just about others. It is about us. How many times have we done things which we know were hurtful and unfair? Some people continue to deny their role in the situation and will scapegoat others by manipulating the situation or twisting the facts to make themselves seem less responsible. We have no control over these people. We only have control over ourselves and our behaviours.
Emotional Brass Ring focuses on how to learn to forgive ourselves as well as forgive others. How to accept your faults, learn from your mistakes and use this knowledge in a proactive way. How to use your past experiences to develop a more satisfied you, which in turn will enhance the lives of others through the normal 'ripple effect'. Emotional Brass Ring is about shedding ourselves of the unnecessary weight of negative past experiences and strengthening ourselves by positive, healthy decision making and boundary setting.We do not forgive for the reason of allowing others feel better. We need to do it for ourselves. Just another tool to utilize as you practice your personal self care and develop the 'you' which until now, you may have thought was just an unattainable 'brass ring'.
Posted by Thomas G Caswell BSW, RSW at 8:16 AM at http://myemotionalbrassring.blogspot.com - Please visit Tom's Blog and leave him a comment!
On another note - Anger Pros - please get your blog sites set up as well - let's make the most of this forum!
Julie
Monday, September 15, 2008
Coaching vs. Therapy - What Every Anger Solutions Pro Should Know
Specifically for Anger Solutions(TM) Coaches: The Difference Between Counselling and Coaching (courtesy of the International Coaching Federation)
Here are seven major differences between traditional psychotherapy and coaching:
- As coaches we don’t “treat” mental health disorders. Coaches are collaborators rather than experts. (This is the most difficult adjustment I’ve witnessed with therapists transitioning into coaching.)
- Therapists rely on psychological theory, etiology and treatment plans for wisdom; as coaches, we look within the client for wisdom.
- Therapy often asks, “Why?” and concerns itself with the client’s past; coaching often asks, “What?” and concerns itself more with the present and future.
- Therapy seeks to fix unresolved issues; coaching seeks to help the client achieve greater fulfillment, balance and be fully in the process of his or her life.
- Co-Active coaching focuses on the client’s whole life; traditional psychotherapy targets specific symptoms.
- Traditional therapists withhold intuitive thoughts; coaches blurt intuitive thoughts.
Top 10 Best Practices: Coaching, Not Therapy (Jeff Kaplan, 2005)
- During the intake, clearly define and co-design the coaching relationship with your client—identifying what coaching is and what coaching isn’t. See www.coachingfederation.org/aboutcoaching/about.asp, item #13 for a distinction of coaching from other services, including therapy.
- Ask your new clientif s/he is in therapy. If so, get written permission to speak with the client’s therapist, making sure the therapist understands your role and the coaching goals. Yield to the therapist as having primary responsibility for the client’s well-being.
- If the client is not in counseling and needs therapy in order to overcome a mental health disorder that is significantly impacting his or her daily functioning, do not begin coaching until the client is in therapy and is stable. If you’ve already begun coaching, then limit the focus and scope of the coaching to getting the client into therapy as soon as possible.
- Do not agree to provide coaching as a substitute for needed therapy, regardless of the value you might be able to provide to your client.
- If you are unsure about the potential therapy needs of a particular client, consult with other seasoned coaches, therapists and/or a lawyer who is an expert in this area.
- Document! For example, record in your client’s notes that you gave him or her a handout on “Coaching Versus Therapy” in the client’s welcome packet and/or keep a copy of the signed coaching agreement that clearly distinguishes coaching as separate and distinct from therapy.
- Continually seek out advanced coach training, especially in ethical practices.
- Continually seek to improve yourself personally, raising your own level of self-understanding and clarifying your own needs. The more self-aware you are, the more “places” you will be able to travel with your client and greater benefit you will be able to provide as a coach.
- Communicate with your client. Don’t shy away from a much-needed conversation because it might be uncomfortable. Share your concerns and ask questions.
- Trust your instincts.
Adhering to this list of best practices will not guarantee a totally risk-free coaching business, but hopefully it has stimulated your awareness and will help you to minimize the risk of crossing into therapy territory. In practice, it is relatively uncommon for coaches to find themselves working with a client who should be in therapy instead of, or at least in addition to, coaching. If it does happen to you, however, hopefully you’ll now be more prepared.
Jeff Kaplan, PhD, is a certified Co-Active coach, licensed psychologist, author and trainer. He has a full-time private coaching business, working with middle- and senior-level executives. He has contributed much of his spare time and money developing programs to help underprivileged and troubled youth. In addition, Jeff just launched his new “Build Your Coaching Business NOW” program—a 16-week marketing and sales program for new coaches (six months-three years in practice). He can be reached at drjeff@drjeffkaplan.com.
Monday, September 8, 2008
Sunday, September 7, 2008
1st Annual Retreat a Resounding Success!
Many thanks to all who attended the First Annual Retreat of the CAASP - It was a wonderful 2.5 days - loads of fun, and truly inspiring for everyone. The full photo diary is on Facebook (search Julie Christiansen), but I have included a few snapshots here. 
This is the motley crew - a fun and crazy bunch!
Laughter "Yoga" - Workshop led by Shane
Sandi facilitated a great workshop on Creativity
Paul Copcutt - teaching us how to brand Anger Solutions within our brand - terrific workshop! So much so that Shane actually proposed...
This is the motley crew - a fun and crazy bunch!Laughter "Yoga" - Workshop led by Shane Julie delivering the keynote
Sandi facilitated a great workshop on CreativityPaul Copcutt - teaching us how to brand Anger Solutions within our brand - terrific workshop! So much so that Shane actually proposed... There are many more photos and video still to come! Keep checking back for updates...
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