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Cinematherapy Coaching
No where can you discover more creativity and conflict than on a stage, in a great film or book. In addition, most people find creative therapies more enjoyable. Films and books are easily accessible and cost effective. We focus on Cinematherapy and Change, Cinematherapy and Relationships, (becoming more sociable), Cinematherapy in Marriage and Cinematherapy Inspirational. Many find it less threatening and more insightful than straight talk therapy. This may be especially true for creative people. Creatives are normally more sensitive souls. In fact, some are hyper-sensitive which will be discussed in later papers. Cinematherapy is based on a psychologist or creativity coach suggesting pre-selected films based on the clients needs which are discussed in later sessions. Discussions are held in person, over the phone, or Skype. “Cinematherapy is a method of healing using films as a means of learning and modeling. Specific dramatic and comedy shows are suggested. By helping clients look at situations applicable to their own lives, cinematherapy can help create new options for behavior” Pritzker (p. 110). Cinematherapy is used much in the same way as bibliotherapy, teletherapy, video making therapy,art therapy, creative journaling therapy. However, Cinematherapy is done with films. Psychologists and Coaches are able to use carefully selected films to reach their client indirectly. New insights are discussed in later sessions. Cinematherapy has been used effectively with clients that are harder to reach such as aged couples, people suffering from HIV/AIDS, Terminal Illnesses, eating disorders, transgenders issues, and mental changes, substance abuse, family problems, divorce, ethics and values. According to Pritzker there is not enough evidence to prove which films are actually the most helpful and is dependent on the expertise of the therapist. More research in this area would be useful (p. 121) We are experts at infusing the correct creative therapies into our coaching sessions. Please note that these are general picks. We do not know you or your personal situation. So please choose at your discretion and with your parents permission if you are under age. Video Making is another form of psychotherapy. The client makes a video and submits it to the coach or therapist. Then the coaches watch and review with the clients. We do not show film clips due to copyright laws. We prefer to use easily available and reasonably priced films from Netflix which also offers rating guidelines. We do periodically show clips from You Tube. This is where we will share our picks for general self help movies and other mediums. We will also provide guidelines for how to get the most insight from a film. On a personal note: We are not earning any commissions or money for recommending books or films. I wanted visitors to know and trust that these are books and films that we believe are truly life changing and enhance creativity.
Cinematherapy Guide
BIBLIOTHERAPYBibliotherapy
If you are interested in online training in cinematherapy check out Birgit Wolz, Ph.D., MFT. Birgit has worked as a psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and grief counselor with individuals, couples, and groups since 1991. Her practice is based in Oakland, CA. She facilitates cinema therapy groups and workshops for personal and spiritual growth. Birgit also offers trainings and online courses for therapists and nurses.
Cinematherapy Training
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