Improving Personal Relationships
LEVEL
Personal Development
AWARD
PCI College Certificate of Attendance
COURSE STATUS
Closed for Applications
DURATION
1
day(s)
Full-Time
DELIVERY
Online
COMMENCEMENT DATE
TBD
LOCATIONS
Online
Our personal relationships serve as the primary context for our emotional lives, yet they are often the most challenging aspects of our human experience.
This PCI College workshop offers a practical, reflective space to explore the dynamics that drive our connection and disconnection with others. By examining patterns of communication, attachment, and boundary-setting, you will gain the insight needed to move away from recurring cycles of conflict and toward authentic, secure, and deeply fulfilling relationships.
Who is this course for?
This workshop is designed for anyone wishing to deepen their understanding of interpersonal dynamics and improve the quality of their connections with partners, family, friends, or colleagues.
- Individuals Seeking Personal Growth: Those looking to understand their own role in relationship patterns and foster healthier habits.
- Couples: Partners wanting to navigate transitions, improve communication, and revitalise their connection.
- Professionals: Individuals seeking to improve their relational skills to enhance both workplace collaboration and personal life.
- Students of Psychology: Those interested in applying attachment and relational theory to real-world scenarios.
What are the benefits of doing this course?
This course provides a comprehensive toolkit for building relational resilience, helping you transition from reactive patterns to proactive connection.
- Conflict Transformation: Learn to navigate disagreements constructively, turning friction into opportunities for deeper understanding.
- Clearer Boundaries: Develop the confidence to define and express your needs while respecting the autonomy of others.
- Enhanced Communication: Master the art of active listening and assertive expression to foster trust and reduce misunderstandings.
- Deeper Intimacy: Understand the factors that build genuine closeness, allowing you to cultivate more stable and nourishing connections.
What will you learn?
The curriculum balances theoretical knowledge of relational psychology with practical, actionable skills for everyday life.
- Attachment Styles: An introduction to how our early history shapes our adult relationship choices and emotional needs.
- Communication Mastery: Learning techniques to express emotions clearly and listen effectively without the defensive “reflex.”
- Boundary Setting: Defining, communicating, and maintaining healthy boundaries that protect your well-being while supporting intimacy.
- Cycle Breaking: Identifying recurring negative patterns (or “scripts”) and learning how to interrupt them to create new, positive outcomes.
- Emotional Regulation: Strategies to stay present and regulated during challenging conversations, ensuring you can show up authentically in your relationships.
Eligibility
No professional experience necessary for our Short Term courses, they are for anyone to enjoy. We hope you enjoy the experience.
Fees
Standard Rate: Applies to all non-affiliated participants.
PCI College Graduate: Discounted rate available for graduates of BSc Degree and Postgraduate programmes.
Current BSc/MSc Students & Alumni Members: Preferential rate available. Join our Alumni Group on LinkedIn to access this discount
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