Spring 2026 Learning Institute Info!

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Just a 30-minute drive from Helsinki Airport, the vibrant city of Espoo offers visitors a rare blend of natural beauty, culture, and warmth. Surrounded by some of Finland’s most breathtaking landscapes—including the renowned Nuuksio National Park, a true “bucket-list” destination where you may spot flying squirrels and reindeer—Espoo provides the perfect setting for reflection and learning. The region features 165 Baltic Sea islands, 95 pristine lakes, scenic coastal views, and the beautiful Waterfront Walkway, alongside welcoming people, inspiring architecture, and delicious cuisine.

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Against this stunning backdrop, the Spring 2026 Learning Institute invites mental health professionals to deepen their practice through connection, mindfulness, and experiential learning.

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The Counseling Relationship as Healing: Connection, Happiness, and Human Flourishing is a two-day immersive workshop designed for a diverse community of mental health providers. Led by featured speaker Dr. Bien, the program explores psychotherapy as a true “healing art,” focusing on presence, compassion, and meaningful therapeutic relationships.

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Each day combines engaging instruction with hands-on experiential practice. Participants will explore mindfulness exercises designed specifically for clinicians working across Europe and the United States. Sessions include mindful breathing, sensory awareness, guided meditation, and the practice of deep, mindful listening—skills that strengthen both therapist well-being and therapeutic effectiveness.

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Learning periods are paired with opportunities for reflection and practice. Participants are encouraged to bring a notebook and pen for written exercises and personal insights.

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Attendees may earn up to 13 NBCC Continuing Education (CE) hours.

 

Program Schedule

Saturday, May 16, 2026

• Opening to the Art of True Presence and Deep Listening

• Therapist Wisdom, Empathy, and the Power of Deep Listening

• Mindfulness Defined: Practical Techniques for Practitioners and Clients

• Cultivating Fresh Perspectives Through Mindfulness

• Finding Happiness Through Acceptance: The Five Remembrances and the Dharma

 

Sunday, May 17, 2026

• Happiness Through Love, Compassion, and Nirvana

• Understanding Suffering: How Understanding Leads to Love

• The Mindful Therapist in Practice

• Self-Care for Therapists: Listening to the Body and Applying Techniques in Session

• Happiness Through Breath, Meditation, and Presence—Arriving Home

 

Reserve Your Spot

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Join colleagues from across the mental health field for two days of meaningful learning, professional growth, and personal renewal in one of Finland’s most inspiring settings.

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Spaces for this Learning Institute are limited to support an engaging and interactive experience. We encourage you to register early to secure your place and take advantage of this unique opportunity to deepen your clinical skills, cultivate mindfulness in practice, and reconnect with the healing heart of psychotherapy.

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Register today and be part of this transformative learning experience.

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