Transform Your Understanding of Relationships and Leadership
Training and Courses for clinicians, ministry leaders, and individuals who want to better understand relationship patterns, navigate complexity, and lead with clarity. Grounded in Bowen family systems theory.
Key Benefits
Understand patterns in relationship systems.
Develop greater clarity in leadership and decision making
Strengthen clinical and ministry practice
Applying systems thinking to clinical and personal situations
Training Pathways
Whether you are a clinician, ministry leader, or someone interested in understanding relationships more deeply, there is a training pathway designed for you.
Clinical Training
Training for counsellors, mental health professionals, social workers and others who want apply a Bowen Theory to therapy and working with clients.
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Ministry Leaders
Training for pastors, ministry leaders, and pastoral caregivers seeking a deeper understanding of relationships, leadership, and congregational systems.
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Anyone
Introductory courses and learning opportunities for individuals interested in understanding family systems and human relationships.
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Training FAQ
Who is clinical training for?
Clinical Training is for those who are pursuing or have an advanced degree in the practice of clinical counselling (Social work, counselling, psychology or marriage and family therapy) and wish to develop a solid foundation in a theory for clinical practice.
What is the best place to start if I am new to Bowen theory?
If you are new to Bowen theory, introductory options such as the One Day Intro to Family Systems Theory or the Intro to Bowen family systems theory Lunch Series are a good place to begin. These provide a practical overview of key concepts and introduce application in clinical or family work.
What is the difference between the One Day Intro and the Specialized Clinical Training Program?
The One Day Intro is a short, focused introduction to core ideas in family systems theory and a short introduction to clinical application. The Clinical Training Program is significantly more in-depth, it structures learning the theory over 9 months designed to build a strong foundation over time.
What is the difference between the Clinical Training Program and the two advanced programs (Advanced Clinical Training and Continuing Studies)?
The Specialized Clinical Training Program focuses on building foundational understanding of Bowen Family Systems theory and how to observe and assess the concepts in your own family and clinical work. Our advanced programs build upon this skills and are along two tracks a clinical one and a non clinical one. Advanced Clinical Training is designed for those who have completed foundational work and want to go deeper into case conceptualization, intervention, and the integration of theory into their clinical practice. Continuing Studies program is an advanced similar where the theory itself is explored across various focus areas which change each year, the 2026-2027 focus will be on Nodal Events.
Do I need to know Bowen Family Systems Theory if I sign up for one of the Application Seminars?
We do require that people have attended some form of introductory training in Bowen Family Systems Theory in order to sign up for the Application Seminars, as these programs do not go over the theory itself but various ways it is being used in the clinical or other contexts.
Are consultation groups considered supervision?
Consultation Groups provide small group clinical consultation/supervision and reflective discussion. For clinicians who are pre-licensed, these groups can count as supervision hours with approved supervisors toward registration. For those who are already licensed, the groups are considered consultation and focus on deepening clinical thinking and application of Bowen theory in practice.
Are these programs online or in person?
Delivery format varies by program. Some courses are offered online, while others may be in person or hybrid. Specific details are listed on each course page.
How long do the programs run?
Program length varies. Some offerings are one day, while others run over several months or meet regularly throughout the year. Each course page outlines the schedule and structure.
Do I need to apply, or can I register directly?
Some courses allow direct registration, while others require an application or approval before joining. Each course page will indicate the next step. Please reach out with any questions.
Does this training count toward continuing education or professional development?
Most programs count toward continuing education or professional development requirements. Each course page will define this and the requirements necessary to get credit toward continuing education.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. All longer training programs, including the Specialized Training and Advanced Clinical Training, provide a certificate upon successful completion.
Continuing Studies and shorter courses provide a certificate of attendance.
Can I take more than one program at a time?
This depends on the program and your level of experience. Some offerings may complement each other, while others are designed to be taken in sequence. Also some programs include free admission to others, such as the Specialized training program includes the application series and a conference with registration.
Can non-clinicians take any of these courses?
Some introductory and open learning offerings are available to a broader audience. The clinical training pathway is intended for those with a clinical background or related training.
What if I am not sure which course is the right fit?
Course descriptions can help guide your decision, and the progression from introductory to advanced training is outlined on this page. If you’re unsure, feel free to contact us and we’ll help you find the right fit.
What makes this training different from other professional development opportunities?
This training is grounded in Bowen family systems theory and taught by clinicians who actively apply the work in practice. The focus is on developing a clearer way of thinking in clinical situations, not just learning techniques. Having the foundation of a theory of human functioning provides the clinician direction when something unexpected occurs in session or in the system.