Exclusively for trainees and graduates of the Neufeld Facilitator program, our facilitator track includes two full days of presentations and meaningful discussion relating to course facilitating and working with the material professionally.

  • Three keynote addresses from Dr. Neufeld, workshop sessions, small-group breakouts, and a Q&A session with Dr. Neufeld.
  • Facilitator social Friday evening, where you can enjoy casual conversation as you connect with faculty and facilitators over wine and cheese.
  • Many opportunities for connection with others who share your desire for understanding and supporting children and their caregivers.

Please note that Dr. Deborah MacNamara will deliver a keynote address on the topic of Gut Feelings on Friday evening following the facilitator social. We hope that you will attend! Please note that this special event – open to the general public, too – is an additional cost of $20.

Friday, April 13, 2018

Exclusively for students and graduates of the Neufeld Facilitator program until Dr. MacNamara’s public address in the evening.

TIMEDESCRIPTIONLOCATION
8:30-9:00 amRegistrationFoyer
9:00-10:30 amIntroductions and Plenary Session with Gordon
Westminster 2 & 3
10:30-10:45 amMorning Break
Westminster 2 & 3
10:45-11:00 amBrief Session with Tamara
Westminster 2 & 3
11:00 am-12:30 pmCohorts, Led by Faculty Members
Westminster 2 & 3
12:30-1:30 pmLunch
Included in tuition (vegan and non-vegan options available)
Westminster
2 & 3
1:30-2:30 pmCreating a Culture of Play with Tamara and Genevieve
Westminster 2 & 3
2:30-2:45 amAfternoon BreakWestminster 2 & 3
2:45-4:15 pmFaculty Panel led by Darlene
Westminster 2 & 3
4:15-4:30 pmClosing Comments by Tamara
Westminster 2 & 3
4:30-6:00 pmFacilitator Social
Vancouver Kidsbooks will be on site offering a large selection of books from the Neufeld Institute’s list of children’s literature recommendations. The Product Table will also be open from 4:30 to 5:00 pm for faculty and facilitators to pick up their DVD pre-orders.
Harold’s Bistro
7:00-9:00 pmOptional: Friday Evening Public Address
Dr. Deborah MacNamara
Gut Feelings
Minoru
A & B

 

Saturday, April 14, 2018

Open to the general public AND students and graduates of the Neufeld Facilitator program.

TIMEDESCRIPTIONLOCATION
8:00-9:00 amRegistrationFoyer
9:00-10:15 amDr. Gordon Neufeld—Opening Address
Keys to Resilience
Minoru Ballroom
A-D
10:15-10:35 amMorning Break (20 minutes)Foyer
10:35-11:50 amSessions A
You are welcome to attend any session you wish. This year is particularly rich in new topics, with most sessions being applicable to facilitators, educators, and professionals:

  • A1 – Preparation for Parenthood
  • A2 – Making Sense of Preschoolers
  • A3 – Making Sense of the Alpha Complex
  • A4 – Q&A for Intensive II Students and Alumni
  • A5 – You’re Not the Boss of Me
  • A6 – Making Sense of Adolescence
  • A7 – Making Sense of Emotion
  • A8 – Making Sense of Resilience
  • A9 – Making Sense of Blended Families
  • A10 – Hold on to Your University-Bound Kids
See Session Detail
11:50 am-1:00 pmLunch
Independently, or you may pre-order an optional buffet lunch for $26		Minoru D & Westminster 1-3
1:00-2:15 pmSessions B
 You are welcome to attend any session you wish. This year is particularly rich in new topics, with most sessions being applicable to facilitators, educators, and professionals:

  • B1 – Making Sense of Grace
  • B2 – Making Sense of Addiction
  • B3 – Making Sense of Anxiety
  • B4 – Becoming the Parent Your Child Needs
  • B5 – Q&A on Home Education
  • B6 – Making Sense of Aggression
  • B7 – Making Sense of Emotional Expression in School
  • B8 – Making Sense of Play
  • B9 – Making Sense of Marriage
  • B10 – Q&A on Adolescence
  • B11 – Making Sense of Therapy Intensive (Prerequisite: Intensive II)
See Session Detail
2:15-2:30 pmAfternoon Break (15 minutes)Foyer
2:30-3:45 pmSessions C
You are welcome to attend any session you wish. This year is particularly rich in new topics, with most sessions being applicable to facilitators, educators, and professionals:

  • C1 – Making Sense of the Digital World
  • C2 – Making Sense of Emotional Defense
  • C3 – Making Sense of Sensitivity in Children
  • C4 – The Counterwill Storm: Making Sense of Teen Resistance
  • C5 – Playful Therapy
  • C6 – Making Sense of Bullies
  • C7 – Making Sense of Transplanted Children
  • C8 – Making Sense of the Grandparent Role
  • C9 – Implementing the Neufeld Approach in Schools: Q&A for Educators
  • C10 – Making Sense of Sex
  • C11 -Making Sense of Children in Times of Grief and Loss
See Session Detail
3:45-3:55 pmTransition to Final Address
No refreshments available at this time. Book and DVD sales closed.		Foyer
3:55-4:30 pmDoor Prizes
Dr. Gordon Neufeld—Final Address
Keys to Resilience		Minoru Ballroom
A-D
4:30-5:30 pmFacilitator Farewells—Separation BridgingRichmond C