- Event Date: 24/10/2026
Narrative Bibliotherapy Training Course
Event Details
- 13:30
- Online via Zoom
- From £839
Event Description
You will be introduced to the basic concepts and techniques underpinning the practices of Bibliotherapy -which uses literary texts to promote and support emotional wellbeing and mental health; and Narrative Therapy -a form of counselling and community work from whose approach, ideas and techniques, Narrative Bibliotherapy draws.
This is an introductory course designed for professionals working in a helping role who would like to incorporate bibliotherapy into their practice; and practising bibliotherapists who are interested in trying a narrative approach.
If you are already familiar with either of those, you will still be able to focus on the combination of the two, by studying specialist texts; and also by learning specific techniques to put that knowledge into practice. It is designed as a safe, confidential, inclusive and boundaried space. The focus is on live, collaborative learning and skills development so there is no pre-recorded material.
The course consists of 35 core teaching hours over ten weeks (Saturdays 1.30-5.00pm UK time) which include practice and group bibliotherapy. Additionally, there are 2 weeks of independent project work with individual supervision bookable at a time to suit you. The course fee includes all materials, assessment and feedback; as well as access to resources, and supervision at discounted rates for 1 year after completion.
On completion, you will have produced an actionable project ready to implement in your context of work. 85% attendance and project submission also entitle you to a certificate of completion.
For specific dates and FAQ’s visit https://marianacasale.com/school-of-narrative-bibliotherapy/
Registration is now open and places are filling fast. Spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis until 12 spaces have been filled. The full fee is £997. You may prefer to register early and avail yourself of the early-bird fee of £839 until 5th September.
Members of Lapidus are entitled to a 10% discount on the full fee. This discount does not apply to the early-bird fee and cannot be used in conjunction with instalment plans. Please add ‘Lapidus member’ in brackets after your surname when completing your registration form.
*The course offers the opportunity for reflective journaling; and your project may include creative writing for therapeutic purposes. Please note, however, that the main focus throughout the Narrative Bibliotherapy training course is on shared reading.
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Meeting ID: 811 2465 4743
Passcode: 786686
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