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The Re-Creation of the Self (R-CS): An Introduction
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The Re-Creation of the Self (R-CS): An Introduction
This workshop offers an experiential introduction to the fundamental principles and therapeutic perspective of The Re-Creation of the Self (R-CS), a psychotherapeutic approach developed by Jon Eisman.
At the heart of R-CS lies a unique perspective on the nature of Self and suffering: although we tend to experience ourselves as a single, continuous identity, our moment-to-moment experience is continually shaped by different neurologically embodied self states, each carrying its own perceptions, emotions, beliefs, and sense of self. We protect ourselves in difficult situations by fragmenting our innate sense of wholeness. Suffering arises as we become unconsciously identified with these limited or fragmented self states and mistake them for who we truly are.
Central to this process is the understanding that beneath these contracted states lies the Organic Self — an inherent dimension of vitality, wisdom, connection, and wholeness that has never been damaged or lost. As clients reconnect with their Organic Self, they can experience themselves and their lives from a place of greater embodiment, alignment, choice, personal truth, and connection.
In recognition of this, R-CS proposes a fundamental shift in therapeutic attention: rather than primarily focusing on the content of these states — their history, stories, symptoms, emotions, or problems — R-CS therapists help clients learn to recognize the underlying self states and shift out of the trance of identification with them.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the core theoretical concepts of The Re-Creation of the Self (R-CS), including the concepts of the Organic Self and fragmented self states.
- Distinguish the therapeutic perspective of R-CS from approaches that primarily work with the content of experience.
- Explain the central therapeutic aim of helping clients shift out of identification with limited self states and embody their Organic Self.
- Identify key similarities and differences between R-CS and Hakomi.
- Track and contact self states as they emerge in the therapeutic process.
- Track and contact existential absolutes as windows to the Organic Self.
Faculty:
Rick Cummings, MS Clinical Mental Health, Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Hakomi Therapist & Teacher, R-CS Therapist & Facilitator
Pascal Storz, HP Psych., Certified Hakomi Therapist & Trainer, R-CS Therapist & Facilitator
8 CE’s (ACEP #5476): Hakomi Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP No. 5476.) Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Hakomi Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.
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This workshop offers an experiential introduction to the fundamental principles and therapeutic perspective of The Re-Creation of the Self (R-CS), a psychotherapeutic approach developed by Jon Eisman.
At the heart of R-CS lies a unique perspective on the nature of Self and suffering: although we tend to experience ourselves as a single, continuous identity, our moment-to-moment experience is continually shaped by different neurologically embodied self states, each carrying its own perceptions, emotions, beliefs, and sense of self. We protect ourselves in difficult situations by fragmenting our innate sense of wholeness. Suffering arises as we become unconsciously identified with these limited or fragmented self states and mistake them for who we truly are.
Central to this process is the understanding that beneath these contracted states lies the Organic Self — an inherent dimension of vitality, wisdom, connection, and wholeness that has never been damaged or lost. As clients reconnect with their Organic Self, they can experience themselves and their lives from a place of greater embodiment, alignment, choice, personal truth, and connection.
In recognition of this, R-CS proposes a fundamental shift in therapeutic attention: rather than primarily focusing on the content of these states — their history, stories, symptoms, emotions, or problems — R-CS therapists help clients learn to recognize the underlying self states and shift out of the trance of identification with them.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the core theoretical concepts of The Re-Creation of the Self (R-CS), including the concepts of the Organic Self and fragmented self states.
- Distinguish the therapeutic perspective of R-CS from approaches that primarily work with the content of experience.
- Explain the central therapeutic aim of helping clients shift out of identification with limited self states and embody their Organic Self.
- Identify key similarities and differences between R-CS and Hakomi.
- Track and contact self states as they emerge in the therapeutic process.
- Track and contact existential absolutes as windows to the Organic Self.
Faculty:
Rick Cummings, MS Clinical Mental Health, Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Hakomi Therapist & Teacher, R-CS Therapist & Facilitator
Pascal Storz, HP Psych., Certified Hakomi Therapist & Trainer, R-CS Therapist & Facilitator
8 CE’s (ACEP #5476): Hakomi Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP No. 5476.) Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Hakomi Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.