Family Constellation

The first-ever user-friendly guide on Family Constellations—a powerful group therapy method that uses family history as an avenue for understanding and resolving conflicts of the present Mapping out a “family constellation,” explains Dr. Joy Manné, encompasses exploring previous powerful life events from accidents to adoptions and accessing the deepest dynamics in that family system. This process helps us recognize and then resolve deeply seated family patterns. For example, in order to understand a person’s inability to trust, the family history of betrayal must be uncovered and released. These insights replace resentment with respect, pain with understanding. In this book, Dr. Manné uses the knowledge gained from her own practice as well as her educational experiences with Bert Hellinger—the founder of Family Constellations therapy—to clearly describe this unique therapeutic method. Most Family Constellation sessions are carried out in a group setting, with the facilitator first seeking clarity regarding the issue or problem the client has come to work out. Representatives are then chosen from among the group and the constellation is set up and worked in until it comes to resolution. This may be followed by a closing ritual and advice about how to integrate what the constellation has revealed. Through the use of real-life examples of Family Constellations, Dr. Manné makes this increasingly popular practice understandable and relatable.

The newest edition of this classic work is presented in an updated format. Dr. Toman's revisions to the text include new interpretations of statistical data, a questionnaire for reader use, and a fully updated bibliography.

The Newest edition of this classic work is presented in an updated format. Dr. Toman's revisions to the text include new interpretations of statistical data, a questionnaire for reader use, and a fully updated bibliography.

Family constellations work has broadened and developed in many different fields as a method of counseling and therapy. In addition to constellations in organizations and schools, applying this approach to working with illness and disease has expanded the potential for healing effects in the field of medicine as well. A view of transgenerational entanglements and family dynamics casts a new light on health and disease, and the insights gained from constellations with illness and health problems have led to a more holistic view of those who are ill. In Even if it Costs me my Life, Stephan Hausner aims to provide a picture of the healing potential of systemic constellations, entering into the reciprocal effects of family dynamics and illness. Extensive use of case studies demonstrates this technique in action, revealing how existing illnesses and pathologies are rooted within the family dynamic, and setting up healing postures to facilitate growth, development, and direction.

This book has been written for those who are interested in deepening their understanding of the practice of family constellations. Many might ask whether this practice hasn't already been detailed in Hellinger's own books and videos. This book is a response to many practical questions of therapists and coaches. When I speak about the 'art' and 'craft' of the work, I am using these terms in the old sense. To become a painter, you have to master colours, techniques, perspective, etc. That is the master craft which the art requires. The more finely trained the craftsmanship, the more masterly will be the result of a new expression or theme. Art and depth of expression are not things which can be learned, but craftsmanship is. In addition to the few artists who truly break new ground, we have to also recognise the great number of learned practitioners of the arts. They have mastered their craft to such an extent that there is depth and expression in their work, even though they may not have developed a new, revolutionary style. In my training programme for constellation facilitators, a core of material has emerged which I pass on to those in training as a basic foundation for practising this craft. From the feedback in these groups, I am confident that this is a solid basis for the work with constellations.

The content is divided into various sections, beginning with a historical introduction to the origins and evolution of family constellation therapy. It continues with a discussion on fundamental concepts such as 'Orders of Love', belonging, and the balance between giving and receiving in family relationships. The book also addresses practical techniques for conducting constellation sessions, including how to identify and work with representatives, and how to interpret the dynamics revealed during the sessions. Additionally, the author dedicates chapters to the application of family constellations in various contexts, such as health issues, relationship problems, professional challenges, and other personal difficulties. There is also a section discussing the criticisms and limitations of the technique, promoting a balanced and critical viewpoint. This book is suitable for both professional therapists looking to integrate family constellations into their practice and individuals seeking to better understand their family and personal dynamics. With case examples, practical exercises, and theoretical reflections, "Complete Systemic Family Constellation Course" offers a comprehensive immersion into this fascinating therapeutic approach.

Is it really true that what we've done or experienced in our previous lives has an effect on our current situation? If so, how does it affect our partnerships, our relationship to sexuality and career or our ability to overcome illness? Based on numerous case studies, the author examines the correlations and shows resolution possibilities on a very personal level. Jasmin Schober-Howorka, born in 1962, is a trained life and social counselor for systematic family counseling and an instructor/trainer for "Integrative Family Constellation" in individual, group and remote constallations. She has established a holistic approach to constellation work with her innovative methods. The integration consists of ancestor work and processing childhood experiences, negative belief patterns as well as the resolution of entanglements from previous lives, such as promises, contracts oft he soul, oath, and vows. You can also free yourself from old burdens and enjoy the liberty of a fulfilling life!

This is a highly readable guide to the powerful family constellations method of therapy, which is based on recreating family patterns within the therapeutic context.