Summary

LOM®live in Crete Solution-oriented painting therapy LOM® according to Bettina Egger and Jörg Merz

An introduction for professionals – training and relaxation in a dreamlike setting painting-in-crete Metaphors and brain-friendly images allow for new, more appropriate, or more helpful inner images that control feelings and actions in such a way that new possibilities in life can arise.

We will work practically, with each participant working on a self-chosen issue (symptom, desire, relationship clarification, dream, decision) with LOM, and thus having the opportunity to experience the working and effectiveness of LOM® in practice.

If you like the way it works, you have the opportunity to learn LOM® in a training course – in Crete or at the MIHK in Münster/Westphalia. The training is aimed at art and psychotherapists who want to initiate and accompany change processes specifically through painting.
LOM® comes into play precisely where thinking, talking, and expressing oneself are not enough to help. LOM® basic training in Crete Led by: Katina Kalpakidou Week 1 Symptoms, desires, strong feelings Week 2 Dreams, relationships
Week 3 Decisions, LOM® painting 2 x 3 days, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wed and Thu free The course comprises 90 teaching hours and 18 hours of LOM® self-awareness (6-10 participants)
Cost: €3600 + €100 registration fee (= €3050 for lessons and €550 for LOM® painting) payable in 3 installments Course location: Crete, Mariou - south coast

The LOM® SOLUTION-ORIENTED PAINTING THERAPY method When thinking no longer helps, we need something that can lead us to new, unexpected solutions.

Issues may include: - old burdensome stories, - current burdensome issues (including physical symptoms), - obstructive thought patterns, - relationship worries, - decisions that cannot be made, - wishes that should finally come true - diffuse discomfort, and much more.

In connection with your concern, we develop a picture task—a metaphor (it doesn't mean anything, but it can move something) or a remembered image. The picture is then painted slowly and with great attention—with the help of criteria that support optimal effect. While painting, contact with the picture is established, which leads to further steps. The picture tasks are also suitable for those who are inexperienced in painting.

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories: Creative Retreats, Painting, Consciousness, soul, senses & spirit, Self-discovery, Art therapy, Detox Retreats
Date: Apr | Jun | Jul | Oct | Dec
Language(s): German
Group Size: 5
Place: Mariou, Greece
Accommodation: not included
Catering: No meals
Services: Malkittel

Resonance Gouache by Lascaux

Tea, coffee, snack

sturdy white paper

Accommodation

Plakias is located directly on the sea and offers a wide range of small accommodations, several hotels, taverns, shops, cafes, and bars. And yet it is still a cozy little village. You can take a taxi to the studio for as little as €1 per person. Or you can book a villa or other accommodation within walking distance of the studio house, or in one of the other mountain villages with fantastic sea views. Depending on your preference, you can stay alone or together with the other painters. I can help with the coordination. Examples can be found at malen-auf-kreta.

Catering

A snack is provided during the break. Many accommodations have fully equipped kitchens for self-catering. It is also worth enjoying a meal in one of the many taverns by the sea or in the mountains.

sequence

We start at 11 a.m. and paint twice a day for 2 1/4 hours, making a total of 4.5 hours per day with an hour's break in between.
At the beginning, we will discuss your individual concerns. Then we will start painting. Even though we will be painting together in a small group, I will work with each painter individually. At the end of each painting session, we will share our experiences so that everyone can participate in the processes of the other painters without commenting on them.

During the break, there are beautiful shady and sunny spots available on the large terrace with sea views and on the property. The fourth day is painting-free, so you have time to explore the area, go on excursions, spend time at the beach, or just relax.

Arrival

You organize your own travel to the island. We are happy to assist you. Heraklion and Chania airports are served by many European airports. Plakias is equidistant—about 100 km—from both Cretan airports and can be reached by bus. We also recommend booking a rental car directly from the airport.

, 74060 Mariou, Kriti, Greece