Psychosynthesis in North America has journeyed to a whole new time and place from where it began so many years ago. Today, Psychosynthesis training is being offered world-wide. Psychosythesis is being taught in universities; other disciplines have integrated Psychosynthesis into their practices; educators include it in their curriculum; and it often shows up in a mainstreamed training manual. Many Psychosynthesists, in their projects and programs, have made valuable contributions to the advancement of Psychosynthesis. We have just celebrated one hundred years of Psychosynthesis in the world and fifteen years of AAP in North America.

Today, at this turning point, there are many centers around the world. We learn of new and substantial ventures happening in many countries. During the past fifteen years, AAP has served as the community nexus for Psychosynthesis in North America. Our purpose is clear – to advance Psychosynthesis in North America, collaborating globally with Psychosynthesis colleagues around the world.

The Retreat (Friday evening through Saturday evening)

At this time, we are initiating a process to align our purpose with the reality of the present day. We want the services of AAP to meet the needs of this, the Psychosynthesis community. We have already begun a participatory planning process toward this goal. The input will be finalized into a plan in an open Fall Steering Committee retreat. Gatherings of colleagues and friends, who share this concern for the future, will begin the new future in this retreat. We are hopeful that this will be the beginning of a renewed commitment, and a new sense of community identity. This retreat is the beginning of the new journey for AAP members and Psychosynthesis colleagues.

The Retreat is a gathering of the Psychosynthesis Community – AAP members and others – in guided individual and group reflection – planning for the future. The success of the retreat will depend on input from the uniqueness of everyone's practices and projects. We will be imaging a new future, building on the great 100-year journey that we have just completed. We will be designing the community that will sustain us, and we will celebrate renewal.

For a schedule of retreat activities, click here

The Foundations Course (June 12-16)

Following the retreat, the Professional Development Committee will hold its first five-day Psychosynthesis training course. This particular Intensive is designed for three groups of people:

• Advanced students of psychosynthesis who want to consider starting their own training programs (the Intensive will offer a model curriculum or template for what they might do),
• Professionals who want to incorporate psychosynthesis into their work with people, and
• Anyone wanting an introductory or refresher experience with psychosynthesis.

This course is designed to help you:

1. Summarize seven core concepts of psychosynthesis as described by founder Roberto Assagioli, MD.
2. Utilize these core concepts of Psychosynthesis to assess and enhance your own mental/emotional/spiritual health.
3. Practice basic Psychosynthesis techniques, and apply them appropriately to your own mental/emotional/spiritual growth and healing.
4. Articulate your responses to Psychosynthesis exercises in terms of the principles and concepts involved.
5. Apply core Psychosynthesis theories and techniques to your work as teacher, counselor, therapist, life coach, health professional, organizational consultant, etc.
6. Outline the history of Psychosynthesis and the influences of its founder, Roberto Assagioli, MD.
7. Compare Psychosynthesis core concepts and techniques to other psychological approaches to mental/emotional health.
8. (For advanced students of psychosynthesis) Design an introductory course in psychosynthesis covering core concepts, with experiential learning activities.

The above are general learning objectives for the whole course. For more detailed information, check the Course Syllabus, which includes a schedule, topics covered, and 41 specific learning objectives.

This event will be held at Mercy Retreat Center, in Burlingame California. Their 40-acre campus is surrounded by majestic oak trees, lush gardens and beckoning trails. The Mercy Center has 90 single bedrooms, 5 of which are handicap equipped. Conference rooms and dining areas are wheelchair accessible. Please visit their web site: www.mercy-center.org.