Bowen Family Systems Theory
Continuing Studies Program Details
Dates: Sept 2025-June 2026
Times: Once a month for 2 hours. We invite participants to attend the monthly 3-hour clinical meetings the Society hosts.
Supervision: Optionally, participants can pay for supervision; however, it is mandatory if they see Living Systems Clients.
Location: Online using Zoom
Tuition: Under review
Program Description
The Continuing Studies program year will follow a theme that relates to the application of one or more aspects of Bowen Family Systems Theory. Each year offers a new theme, e.g., The Family as a Unit. The two-hour session will allow participants to discuss the assigned readings. Participants gain an even deeper understanding of Bowen Theory and its application in different areas.
Participants will investigate and present on an aspect of the theory of their choosing in order to understand this particular area in greater detail. See the program outline above for more details.
Learning Objectives
- To gain a better understanding of different applications of Bowen Family Systems Theory (Bowen Theory)
- To learn about the connections of Bowen Theory with other areas of science
- To improve one’s ability to articulate Bowen Theory concepts and how they can be applied by participation in the assignment discussions and the submission of written paper
The theory postulates that far more human activity is governed by man’s (sic) emotional system than he has been willing to admit, and there is far more similarity than dissimilarity between the “dance of life” in lower forms and the “dance of life” in human forms.”
Murray Bowen, M.D.
from Family Therapy in Clinical Practice.
from Family Therapy in Clinical Practice.
Application Form
We will accept applications from June 1st to August 1st. We will complete interviews in early September.
Admissions Requirements
Trainees must satisfactorily complete two years of the clinical internship training program or the equivalent at another network program and receive approval from the trainee’s supervisor and Executive Director to enroll in the continuing studies program. See Program Outline for other admission requirements.
Contact information
Email us using the form below (training@livingsystems.ca).
