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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
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Evening Under The Stars Workshop |
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Debra has joined forces with Tyler Woods, PhD . to bring you a workshop titled Recognizing Depression. Join us in a beautiful country setting as we sit around the around the campfire on Wed. May 26th, 2010 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM at Mesquite Ranch in Southeast Tucson. Cost for the workshop is $20.00 for individuals or $30.00 per couple. Topics to be discussed will include signs and reasons for depression, dispelling the myths about depression, coping with depression and finding help for depression. |
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Whether you are a dedicated journal keeper or simply curious about journal writing, this class gives you plenty of ideas and inspiration. You will learn numerous |
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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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Testimonials
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"Each time I take a class with Debra, I learn something new about writing, about myself as a writer, and have an opportunity to connect with other writers. She has a low-key way of encouraging and supporting your creative expression. Thanks to Debra, I have recaptured the excitement of poetry and re-established writing as an important part of my daily life and personal growth." -- Sandra Crews, M.S.Ed.
Director of Special Education Services,
Southern Oregon |
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"Debra's Journal to the Self group opened my eyes to a whole world of journaling ideas. She presented techniques that stimulated creativity, caused me to reflect on my life and my personality, and had me look honestly and creatively at both my past and future." -- Robin Rieck, Ph.D |
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