Elevator Systems is a Bowen family systems podcast that looks at ideas and concepts from Bowen family systems theory in clear and understandable ways. In each episode, three Bowen-thinkers will discuss ideas from the theory beginning with their 30-second elevator pitch. Real-life examples will illustrate the topic, along with a discussion of what is useful, and takeaways and resources for further thinking. For people with zero to decades of experience with Bowen’s theory, these 30-minute segments are designed for easy and engaging listening, with the hope that listeners will take their thoughts, questions, and curiosity into their relationships.
DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information about Bowen family systems theory and is not considered the practice of counselling or therapy. The information presented are the views of the people who say them. Any information used from this podcast is used at your own risk.
Your podcast hosts
Dixie Vandersluys is the creator and host of Elevator Systems and is a Canadian Certified Counsellor. She currently lives in Manitoba, Canada where she has an online private practice and enjoys pursuing further education, including three years of post-graduate training with Living Systems. Dixie is a new member of the faculty of Living Systems Counselling and Training.
Katie White is a couple and family therapist who has been working clinically for over 20 years in the US, Australia and now in Vancouver, Canada. She has been studying and using Bowen Theory in her work and family life for 12 years. She is the Executive Director of Living Systems, where she also teaches and supervises trainees, as well as having a private practice for individuals, couples and families.
S2 PreSeason Episode – The Eight Concepts of Bowen Family Systems Theory
This pre-season episode gives an introduction to the eight concepts of Bowen family systems theory which will be the focus of season two. Each episode will involve an elevator pitch, examples, usefulness, and resources and questions for further thinking on each of the eight concepts which Dr. Bowen developed from his observations of human functioning.
Resources:
Dr. Bowen “Chalk Talks”: https://www.thebowencenter.org/bowen-theory-vids
Bowen Center and Living Systems descriptions of 8 concepts:
https://www.thebowencenter.org/introduction-eight-concepts
https://livingsystems.ca/bowen-theory/
Amie Post Differentiation episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AaaEbWwT9Qs/b>
