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Welcome and thank you for visiting the Transformational Writing Center. The use of journal writing, poetry, and creative expression in a safe, supportive, and relaxed learning environment is known to aid in personal growth, expression of emotions such as grief and loss, and provides an outlet for giving voice to what is important in one's life. It is my sincere hope that you will enjoy and experience personal growth and insight when you participate in the writing groups and classes we offer here at the Transformational Writing Center. Within these web pages, in addition to our group and workshop offerings, we provide links to the world of writing and healing research, training opportunities, and information about other writing organizations and activities around the country. Feel free to browse around and let us know if you have any questions. We hope you will come by again soon.
Debra Thornley-Barbre, M.A., CPT
Founder and Director |
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Whether you are a dedicated journal keeper or simply curious about journal writing, this group gives you plenty of ideas and inspiration. You will be introduced to the world of writing to heal your life with |
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Loss and grief issues are brought on by many different types of life events. In this group participants will be introduced to journal-writing and poem-making techniques designed to help cope with sorrow and loss associated with life’s major events such as death of a loved one. |
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In this class, group discussions reflect upon the creative process as a spiritual journey, with in-group artistic projects such as collage, poetry, paper mache, and other artistic medium. Optional out-of-class assignments are provided for those who want a more structured approach. Focus is simply to have fun while exploring and discovering the creative self. |
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Testimonials
"Debra’s Giving Sorrow Words group provided a helpful, meaningful and healing time for me. I came into it thinking I had one level of grief and discovered that there were many layers which I had never healed in my long life. Her methods and personal attention, combined with her skills and the group process, gave me a sequential unfolding of understanding in how I can help myself through losses iin my life; past and present and future. I appreciated Debra’s training and expertise in helping the healing progress. She is easy to be with and to trust with my heart, feelings and struggles."
-- S.C.G. -- Retired Minister |
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"I loved the Write through the Middle group. It gave me a whole new perspective on middle age and the ways it is seen in this country. I came away feeling inspired, refreshed, renewed, and ready to "jump write in" to my coming years with enthusiasm and strength. Debra is a terrific instructor who puts her whole heart into her group. We laughed, cried, and wrote our way into individual understanding of a difficult time in life. I would recommend it to everyone as a way to find true self-empowerment." -- Aryn A. Whitewolf, Ct. Ht., Ct. HB Ed. hypnotherapist |
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