This engaging and experiential workshop introduces clinicians to journaling therapy as a powerful tool for emotional processing, self-exploration, trauma recovery, and psychological growth. Participants will explore a variety of therapeutic writing approaches, including expressive writing, letter-writing, dialoguing exercises, shadow journaling, narrative reconstruction, parts work journaling, gratitude practices, mixed-media approaches, and future-self reflections. Drawing from narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioral approaches, expressive arts therapy, trauma-informed care, and positive psychology, the training emphasizes how structured writing practices can deepen insight, support emotional regulation, and facilitate meaning-making both in and outside the therapy room. Ethical considerations, client readiness, and adaptations for neurodivergent, resistant, or highly self-critical clients will also be explored. 

Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Identify therapeutic benefits and clinical applications of journaling interventions.  
• Differentiate between various forms of therapeutic writing and reflective practices.  
• Apply journaling techniques to support emotional regulation, insight, and healing.  
• Adapt journaling interventions for diverse client populations and clinical presentations.  
• Recognize contraindications and ethical considerations related to therapeutic writing.  
• Develop structured journaling prompts and exercises aligned with treatment goals.  

Course Agenda: https://cetrainingworkshops.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Agenda-Journaling-Therapy-for-Healing-and-Self-Discovery-6HR.pdf