Gabor Mate – The Compassionate Inquiry Short Course

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Course Description

Dr. Gabor Maté’s groundbreaking work has deeply influenced people around the world, offering unparalleled insights into trauma, mental health, and the human experience. The Compassionate Inquiry Short Course invites you on a transformative self-study journey, equipping you with powerful tools for healing and self-awareness.

Course Overview

The Compassionate Inquiry Short Course is a comprehensive program designed to introduce you to Dr. Maté’s revolutionary approach to therapy. It includes over 30 hours of rich content presented through videos, narrated PowerPoints, and PDFs across four key sections.

Section 1 – Course Introduction

• Welcome and Orientation
• Course Introduction with Gabor Maté (1:47)
• Orientation with Sat Dharam (1:40)
• Resources
• Compassionate Inquiry Map
• Reading and Reference Lists
• Downloadable PDFs

Section 2 – CI Workshop with Dr. Gabor Maté

Gain exclusive access to a complete four-part video recording of a two-day Compassionate Inquiry workshop conducted by Dr. Maté in Vancouver. These sessions offer an in-depth exploration of his teachings and therapeutic techniques in action.

• Part 1 (2:08:28)
• Part 2 (2:25:00)
• Part 3 (2:19:35)
• Part 4 (2:26:49)

Section 3 – Summaries of 8 Modules with Sat Dharam

Get a structured overview of the Compassionate Inquiry practice through 8 narrated PowerPoint videos. Each module dives into critical elements of this therapeutic approach and equips participants with actionable techniques.

• Module 1 – Presence, Safety, Attunement
• Module 2 – Triggers, Pain, Shame
• Module 3 – Trauma, Disconnection, Constriction
• Module 4 – Attachment, Adaptation, Addiction
• Module 5 – Children, Family, Responsibility
• Module 6 – Memories, Stories, Beliefs
• Module 7 – Will, Compassion, Forgiveness
• Module 8 – Relationship, Possibility, Change

Section 4 – Conversations with Dr. Gabor Maté

Watch Dr. Maté model Compassionate Inquiry through 10 in-depth conversations with course participants. Gain practical insights into the methodology and reflect on critical learning points with accompanying transcripts.

• Change Your Beliefs (24:12)
• Demo with Sat Dharam (31:26)
• The Pain of the Motherless Child (10:44)
• Nothing Can Touch Me (18:12)
• Your Attempts Not to Feel Are Controlling You (15:38)
• Tuning Out (17:31)
• It’s OK to Tune Out (33:04)
• I Shut Down Because the Pain Is Unbearable (26:46)
• He’s Never Seen Me (14:52)
• You’re Not Crazy (28:20)
• We React to Our Perception of What Happens (33:16)

Why Take This Course?

The Compassionate Inquiry Short Course is an indispensable resource for therapists, students of psychology, or anyone seeking personal growth. By immersing yourself in this program, you’ll learn how to uncover and transform the deep-rooted stories that shape your life. Step into a profound exploration of trauma, mental health, and healing with Dr. Gabor Maté. Whether you’re looking for professional development or personal transformation, this course offers valuable insights and tools to cultivate compassion and live with greater self-awareness.