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I’ll share a case of visual hallucinations, showing how an existential-phenomenological approach helps understand their meaning and purpose. We aim to explore the lived experiences on irregular perceptions of reality with an open mind. Each Saturday includes: a live dialogue between Prof. Ernesto Spinelli and an International Existential Therapist; a moment to share your thoughts and feelings with the teachers; and a final integration facilitated by Bárbara Godoy. This series of ten dialogues set out to explore the multifaceted dimentions and complexities associated with Existential Therapies. It attempts to engage with various interpretations of insanity through the lens of patients often painful, confounding, and deeply unsettling life experiences. Hallucination- between Prof. Ernesto Spinelli and Prof. Simon du Ploc “The phenomenon of hallucination has been a subject of debate for centuries. It has been suggested that its function was one of revelation or prophesy, and those who hallucinated were often considered to have a ‘sacred’ affliction. In recent times, their function, at least in the West since the Age of Reason, has been often been reduced to primary indicators of schizophrenia and other forms of psychosis. Lumped into the ‘core phenomena’ of schizophrenia, the concern is not so much what they are, or what they mean to the client, or even their content, but their treatment and control. I will present an excerpt from my own clinical practice with a client who presented with distressing visual hallucinations. This piece of work illustrates how approaching such irregular perceptions of reality from an existential-phenomenological perspective can provide a way of understanding their meaning and purpose within a client’s lived experience. I will suggest that such an approach also enables us to take a creative position regarding wider notions of sanity and madness, a position which enables us to navigate a path between, on the one hand, the medical model which typically focusses on reduction and management of hallucinations, and on the other hand, a Laingian view of hallucination as a route to ‘hyper-sanity’. Adopting such a path may enable us to work more confidently with clients when they present with unusual or disturbing perceptions.” Prof. Simon du Ploc. Prof. Simon du Plock is Senior Research Fellow at the Metanoia Institute, London. He was Head of the Faculty of Post-Qualification and Professional Doctorates at the Institute from 2007 to 2020, in which role he directed counselling psychology and psychotherapy research doctorates jointly with Middlesex University. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society for Medicine, a Foundation Member with Senior Practitioner Status of the BPS Register of Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy, and a Member of the BPS Register of Applied Psychology Practice Supervisors. He has been a BPS Chartered Counselling Psychologist and UKCP Registered Psychotherapist since 1994. He has authored nearly one hundred journal papers and book chapters on existential therapy, and he has co-edited Existential Analysis, the Journal of the British Society for Existential Analysis, since 1993. He was an editor of the 2019 Wiley World Handbook of Existential Therapy. He has lectured and trained internationally, and in 2006 he was made an Honorary Member of the East European Association for Existential Therapy in recognition of his contribution to cooperation between West and East Europe in the development of existential psychotherapy. His clinical and research interests include phenomenological research methodology, clinical and research supervision, existential pedagogy, and working with issues of addiction and dependency. Prof. Ernesto Spinelli was Chair of the Society for Existential Analysis between 1993 and 1999 and is a Life Member of the Society. His writings, lectures and seminars focus on the application of existential phenomenology to the arenas of therapy, supervision, psychology, and executive coaching. He is a Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS) as well as an APECS accredited executive coach and coaching supervisor. In 2000, he was the Recipient of BPS Division of Counselling Psychology Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Profession. And in 2019, Ernesto received the BPS Award for Distinguished Contribution to Practice. His most recent book, Practising Existential Therapy: The Relational World 2nd edition (Sage, 2015) has been widely praised as a major contribution to the advancement of existential theory and practice. Living up to the existential dictum that life is absurd, Ernesto is also the author of an on-going series of Private Eye novels. Date and Time: Saturday 15 November from 2 pm to 3 pm – (UK time) Individual Dialogue Fee: £70 Venue: Online Zoom FULL PROGRAMME 2025: 25 January “Knots” with Prof. Ernesto Spinelli and Bárbara Godoy 22 February “Healing” with Dr. Michael Guy Thompson and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 22 March “Difference” with Prof. Tod DuBose and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 12 April “Polarisation” with Prof. Kirk Schneider and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 3 May “Character” with Prof. Robert Romanyshyn and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 21 June “Opening” with Dr. Yaqui Martinez and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 19 July “Meaning” with Dr. Jan Resnick and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 25 October “Invention” with Dr. Betty Cannon and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 15 November “Hallucination” with Prof. Simon du Plock and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 13 December “Hysteria” with Bárbara Godoy and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli Read the full programme here > Course Organised by:

First Degree Usui Reiki Course This is the first level of Reiki. It is suitable for therapists and laypeople alike – everyone is welcome to come and share the gentle energy. ​It will enable you to connect with the universal energy that exists all around us to help yourself, friends and family, or animals and plant life. If you are interested in using Reiki as a therapy in your practice – then this is the starting point. Individuals wanting to add Reiki to their daily life will benefit highly from this course. This course is comprehensive and detailed.

BOHS P903 - Management and control of evaporative cooling and other high risk industrial systems is there to provide background and an overview of the risk of Legionella infection and how it can be controlled in Evaporative Cooling and other high risk Industrial type systems. It is a requirement of this course that candidates have successfully completed P901 - Legionella- Management and Control of Building Hot and Cold Water Services. Where both P901 and P903 courses are run on subsequent days or as a combined course then this prerequisite is waived.

BOHS P904 - Management and control in leisure, display, therapy and other non-industrial systems is there to provide background and an overview of the risk of Legionella infection and how it can be controlled in leisure, display, therapy and other non-industrial water systems. It is a requirement of this course that candidates have successfully completed P901- Legionella- Management and Control of Building Hot and Cold Water Services [Syllabus GM.1]. Where both P901 and P904 courses are run on subsequent days or as a combined course then this pre-requirement is waived.

Why choose SketchUp Course for Interior Designers and Architects with Layout and Vray? Introducing SketchUp Training Course tailored for Interior Designers and Architects. This comprehensive course is designed for interior designers and architects who want to master SketchUp for 3D modeling, Layout for creating construction documents, and V-Ray for rendering. Course info Duration: 10 hrs Method: 1-2-1, Personalized attention Schedule: Tailor your own hours, available from Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm Explore the world of 3D drawing with Sketchup in this beginner-friendly course. With its user-friendly interface, Sketchup offers a gentle learning curve, allowing you to quickly grasp 3D geometries. As you become acquainted with the basic drawing tools, you'll uncover a plethora of advanced techniques to create intricate and complex 3D objects. Who Should Take This Course? This course is ideal for individuals seeking to utilize a 3D drawing tool to solve three-dimensional problems or engage in more advanced design endeavors. Our experienced tutors communicate in accessible English, avoiding complex jargon and ensuring clarity throughout the course.  We offer a wealth of learning resources for you to access beyond live lessons. Stay up-to-date, practice, and review key concepts essential to your growth. Course Title: SketchUp Training for Interior Designers and Architects with Layout and V-Ray Course Course Duration: 10 hours Course Description: This comprehensive course is designed for interior designers and architects who want to master SketchUp for 3D modeling, Layout for creating construction documents, and V-Ray for advanced rendering. Participants will learn how to create stunning 3D models for their projects, produce detailed construction documents, and apply professional-grade rendering techniques to bring their designs to life. Course Outline: Module 1: Introduction to SketchUp (1 hour) - Overview of SketchUp for interior design and architecture - Interface and basic tools - Navigation and viewport controls - Creating and saving interior design and architecture projects Module 2: Creating Floor Plans (1 hour) - Importing floor plans and site plans - Drawing walls, windows, and doors - Creating and editing floor levels - Understanding Layers and Scenes Module 3: Adding Furniture and Fixtures (2 hours) - Importing furniture and fixtures from the 3D Warehouse - Creating custom furniture and fixtures - Placing and arranging furniture and fixtures in the space - Creating and editing custom materials Module 4: Advanced Modeling Techniques (2 hours) - Creating more complex 3D models using advanced tools - Using groups and components for model organization - Adding custom details and finishes Module 5: Layout for Construction Documents (2 hours) - Creating construction documents in Layout - Importing SketchUp models into Layout - Creating floor plans, elevations, and sections - Adding annotations and dimensions to construction documents Module 6: Introduction to V-Ray (1 hour) - Overview of V-Ray for SketchUp - Basic V-Ray interface and tools - Understanding V-Ray materials and textures Module 7: Advanced Rendering Techniques (1 hour) - Applying advanced rendering techniques to SketchUp models - Creating artificial lighting and using natural lighting - Adding entourage and landscaping to designs Module 8: Importing and Exporting (30 minutes) - Importing and exporting files from other software - Understanding file formats and compatibility - Exporting models for 3D printing Module 9: Conclusion and Next Steps (30 minutes) - Review of course content - Tips for further learning and resources - Q&A and feedback