Intensive Becoming Method™ Training workshop

In Just 3 Days, You Won’t Just Practice Differently—You’ll See the World Differently.

Most therapists are trained to manage trauma—not to resolve it. At this live, faculty-led training, you'll learn the Becoming Method™—a groundbreaking approach that helps clients end cycles of fear, shame, and emotional pain at the root. You’ll walk away with tools, clarity, and confidence to create deep, lasting change in every session.

Date

JUNE 20 - 22 2025

Tuition

$1249

Accreditation

CRPO-Aligned & CE-Eligible

CCE Credits

36

Delivery

In-person | Hands - on Training

Ready to learn more?

Next Cohort: Jun 20-Jun 22

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🎯 WHAT YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH

Whether you’re just beginning your trauma recovery journey or ready to deepen your expertise, this retreat will equip you with the clarity, tools, and confidence to facilitate profound healing.

✅ By the end of this 3-day retreat, you’ll gain:

🔄 Mastery of the Becoming Method™
Learn 8 core trauma recovery modalities that move clients from coping to healing.

🎯 Confidence to Lead Transformational Sessions
Know how to open, guide, and close sessions that create real, lasting change.

🧠 Advanced Assessment & Follow-Up Tools
Accurately identify trauma-related symptoms and structure powerful treatment plans.

👐 Hands-On Experience with Expert Feedback
Practice with real-time support in live faculty-led demonstrations.

💫 Personal Renewal
Reignite your passion for the work. Walk away with a deeper connection to your purpose—and yourself.

🎓 36 Continuing Education Credits
Fully aligned with CRPO competencies, including Safe and Effective Use of Self (SEUS).

3.0 Continuing Education Credits

Course Description

This intensive 3-Day Training Retreat will do more than just expand your practice toolkit; it will transform your approach to psychotherapy. You’ll engage deeply with holistic trauma recovery methods that resonate on a personal level, enhancing your ability to guide clients through their healing and trauma recovery journeys. Equipped with new knowledge and practical skills, you’ll be ready to meet the intricate needs of your clients, helping them navigate and heal from their trauma with compassion and expertise.

Our retreat is designed to be an Objective-Driven Learning Experience with clear, heartfelt goals in mind. First, we aim to build a close-knit community of professionals who are as passionate as you about holistic healing. Together, you’ll forge connections that enrich your professional and personal life. Second, we dive deep into the eight core modalities of the Becoming Method™, which are pivotal for a thorough understanding and practical application across diverse therapeutic scenarios.

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the heart of the Becoming Method™. During our live demonstrations led by experienced faculty you’ll be given multiple opportunity to develop Hands-On Skills. These sessions are interactive and designed to provide you with practical experience and immediate feedback. You’ll have the chance to practice and refine your skills in real time, ensuring you leave the retreat not just knowledgeable, but truly proficient.

👥 IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?

You’re in the right place if you’re a helping professional who’s ready to do more than just manage symptoms—you want to help clients truly heal.
Seeking deeper, faster outcomes and a more intuitive trauma framework.

Psychotherapists & Clinical Psychologists

Looking to integrate holistic psychotherapy into clinical care.

Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners & Physicians

Ready to expand their practice with advanced trauma recovery tools.

Social Workers, Counselors & MFTs

Who want a practical, transformative method grounded in compassion and results.

Life Coaches, Peer Support Workers & Advocates

🧭 No Matter Where You’re Starting From:

💬 WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING

Real stories from real practitioners who transformed their practice—and their lives—through the Becoming Method™.
Alicia R.
Alicia R.
🩺 Registered Nurse, Scarborough, ON
"This gave me back the heart of nursing." After 10 years in acute care, I felt like I was running on empty—doing everything for everyone but making no lasting impact. The Becoming Method™ showed me how to truly see people again. I now use these tools with patients, families, even colleagues. It’s changed how I nurse, and how I live.
Dr. Omar H.
Dr. Omar H.
Physician, Brampton, ON
"As a physician, I finally have a framework for trauma that makes sense." In medical training, we were taught to diagnose, prescribe, and move on. But trauma doesn’t work that way. This retreat helped me understand the emotional and energetic layers behind physical symptoms. It’s reshaped how I approach everything from chronic pain to anxiety. Every physician should take this.
Danielle F.
Danielle F.
Registered Psychotherapist, Toronto, ON
"I’m a better therapist—more present, more effective, more human." I’ve done all the trainings—CBT, EMDR, somatic work—but nothing felt complete until I learned the Becoming Method™. It integrates science, soul, and strategy. My clients notice the difference. I notice the difference. This isn’t just a technique—it’s a way of being.
Jason P.
Jason P.
Mental Health Practitioner, Mississauga, ON
"I didn’t know healing could happen this fast." The Becoming Method™ stands out as truly unparalleled. I didn’t realize how deeply trauma shaped my view of myself and the world. Joan created a space where I could confront the roots of my depression, shame, and fear—and finally let them go. I now practice with a sense of peace, clarity, and purpose I didn’t think was possible.
Melanie A.
Melanie A.
Psychotherapist, Toronto, ON
"I’ve been a therapist for 15 years. This changed everything." This training reconnected me with why I became a therapist in the first place. I’ve used the Becoming Method™ with clients who had been stuck for years—and within weeks, they were seeing real change. I feel renewed, equipped, and excited about the work again.
Ravi S.
Ravi S.
Life Coach & Educator, Ottawa, ON
"The best investment I’ve made in my professional growth." The tools, the community, the insight—it’s more than I expected. This isn’t just for your clients; it’s for you. If you’re serious about trauma recovery work, this is the training you’ve been waiting for.

🎯 What You’ll Learn

This retreat will give you the skills and structure to confidently guide clients through every stage of trauma recovery—while transforming how you show up in the room.

CORE COMPETENCIES YOU'LLDEVELOP

Master the 8 Modalities of the Becoming Method™

Learn how to apply each core component—from truth-telling to emotional processing—to end trauma at its source.

Learn a Whole New Approach to Intake Assessment
Identify signs of PTSD, anxiety, and trauma adaptations with confidence, and build care plans that reflect real client needs.
Lead Effective Follow-Ups
Reinforce breakthroughs and support long-term healing through intentional tracking and progress mapping.
Optimize How You Use Self as a Healing Tool
Develop deep awareness of your presence, emotional responses, and intuition—and use them to build trust and safety.
Integrate Authenticity and Intuition into Every Session
Learn to trust your inner knowing, respond with emotional clarity, and show up as your whole self—so clients feel safe enough to do the same.
Build Confidence, Compassion & Presence
Create sacred, grounded containers for deep therapeutic work.
Learn by Watching Real Sessions
Witness live Becoming Method™ demonstrations and immediately apply what you’ve seen.

Master the 8 Modalities of the Becoming Method™

Deepen your emotional intelligence—critical for trauma work, leadership, and your own healing journey.

📘 HOW YOU’LL LEARN

Live Faculty Demonstrations
See the Becoming Method™ in action—observe, reflect, and replicate.
Hands-On Practice
Work in small groups to apply techniques and receive immediate feedback.
Mindful Integration
Journaling, movement, and meditation woven into each day for emotional grounding and self-connection.
Community Learning
Connect with fellow practitioners who are committed to healing, growth, and social impact.
Grounded in CRPO Standards
Each learning objective in this retreat is intentionally designed to support the development of Safe and Effective Use of Self (SEUS)—a core competency required by the CRPO. Through hands-on training, self-reflection, and live demonstrations, you’ll deepen your awareness of how your own beliefs, emotions, and presence influence the therapeutic process, ensuring ethical, attuned, and effective client care.

Interested In Moving Beyond Trauma-Informed Care ?

In just 12 Months, start your new career as a Certified Trauma Recovery Specialist. 

Our Faculty & Facilitators

Meet Your Instructors—Global Experts Bringing Depth, Insight, and Practical Experience

Joan Samuels-Dennis, Ph.D.

Founder, Becoming Institute | Creator of the Becoming Method™ Visionary Leader in Trauma Recovery and Holistic Mental Health Internationally recognized for transforming psychotherapy through a powerful blend of science, spirituality, and social justice

Carline Cineus

Therapist, Becoming Institute | Trauma Recovery Practitioner Purpose-Driven Healer and Spiritual Guide Known for her intuitive presence and ability to help clients uncover pain, reconnect to purpose, and heal from within

Velcia Scott

Mind-Body Transformation Coach, Becoming Institute | NLP Master Practitioner Expert in Integrative Healing and Personal Empowerment Renowned for blending movement, mindset, and emotional healing to help clients unlock resilience and reclaim wholeness

🌱 LIFELONG BENEFITS OF LEARNING WITH US

This isn’t just training—it’s transformation.

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There’s so Much More to Know in Our Student Handbook

The Becoming Method™ is our patented psychotherapeutic technique that helps individuals, families, and communities radically eliminate suffering and heal trauma at the root. When you integrate this method into your practice, you’ll experience breakthroughs in how you work, how you connect, and how you care—for yourself and the people you serve.

🏅 Transcend Traditional Talk Therapy
Move beyond symptom management and guide clients through lasting trauma resolution.

🧰 Expand Your Treatment Toolkit
Offer more than insight and coping skills—bring powerful modalities that unlock healing at the root.

📈 Improve Client Outcomes
Help clients shift deeply held patterns, reconnect with self-worth, and sustain meaningful change.

💡 Gain Confidence in Complex Sessions
Navigate emotional intensity with clarity, presence, and attunement.

🧠 Faster Relief from Trauma Symptoms
Clients often experience breakthrough results in 3–7 sessions.

🪞 Freedom from Shame, Fear & False Beliefs
Help clients uncover root causes—and rewrite their internal narrative.

🧭 Stronger Sense of Self & Purpose
Support clients in reclaiming their identity, intuition, and inner peace.

🔗 A Safer, More Trusting Therapeutic Relationship
Ground your sessions in authenticity, empathy, and deep listening.

🔥 Renew Your Passion
Rediscover the heart of your calling—and fall in love with your work again.

🤝 Build a Like-Minded Community
Join a network of compassionate professionals committed to holistic healing and social change.

🛡️ Strengthen Your Resilience
Develop the self-awareness and tools to sustain this work without burning out.

🌍 Expand Your Reach and Impact
Position yourself as a trauma recovery leader in your workplace, community—and beyond.

TUITION & ENROLLMENT

🎓 3-Day Trauma Recovery Training

June 20–22, 2025 | Toronto, ON

Total Tuition:
💰 $1,249 CAD
Includes:

✅36 Continuing Education Credits

✅In-Person Faculty-Led Training

✅All Training Materials

✅ Certificate of Completion

✅ Breakfast & Lunch

Enroll now

🔔 EARLY BIRD OFFER – Save $150!

✅ Register by May 31, 2025
Your registration fee will be waived—Only $1,099 CAD total investment.

Speak with our expert counsellors to explore how this course can elevate your professional journey and impact communities.

TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

This 3-day intensive training is an opportunity to deepen your clinical competence and broaden your scope of practice with evidence-informed, trauma-responsive tools. Aligned with CRPO competencies—including Safe and Effective Use of Self (SEUS)—this course equips you to offer care that is ethically sound, emotionally attuned, and outcome-oriented.

Whether you are working toward certification, building capacity for trauma recovery, or seeking to renew your connection to the work, the Becoming Method™ will provide you with the framework, structure, and presence to support client transformation.

📅 Join Us: June 20–22, 2025 | Toronto, ON
🔖 Early Bird Tuition: $1,099 until May 31
🎓 36 CE Credits | Certificate of Completion Included

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I’m new to trauma recovery?
You’re welcome here. This retreat is designed to meet you where you are—whether you’re a seasoned professional or just beginning your journey. We teach the core modalities of the Becoming Method™ in a hands-on, supportive environment so that everyone leaves with practical skills and deep insight.
Is this program CRPO/insurance recognized?
The 3-Day Retreat itself does not grant CRPO registration or insurance billing privileges on its own. However, it contributes to the continuing education and Safe and Effective Use of Self (SEUS) competencies required by the CRPO. The full 12-month certification program is designed to meet the requirements of CRPO-recognized trauma training.
Do I have to complete the 12-month program after?
Not at all. While many participants choose to continue into our 12-month Trauma Recovery Certificate, the 3-Day Retreat is a powerful, standalone experience. You’ll leave with immediately applicable skills and insights—whether or not you choose to pursue further training.

Ready to learn more?

Next Cohort: Jun 20-Jun 22

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