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Module B: Journey into Family of Origin (JF 03/26)

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This is a small group of 5 to 6 members. Members will learn to apply the concepts of Bowen theory to understanding the relationship patterns in their family of origin and extended families, their own functioning patterns, and emotional triggers. Members will learn to take steps to change undesirable behavioral patterns and define self in their important relationships.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

To learn to do research on their families.
To understand the functioning patterns of oneself, and the prominent relationship patterns, themes, and significant events of one’s multigenerational family system.
To understand the impact of anxiety and reciprocity on self and the multigenerational family system.
To learn strategies and steps to define self in the multigenerational family system.

COURSE CONTENT

Each session will consist of presentation by 2 to 3 members on their family of origin. Members will learn to conduct research on their families, gather facts, and conceptualize the facts according to the framework of Bowen theory. The instructor will demonstrate by presenting her own family of origin at the first session. The instructor will ask questions and give feedback to the presenters. Members learn from hearing the presentations, the feedback of the instructors and other members, as well as from own self –reflection, and undertaking practical steps for self-change.

COURSE DETAILS

Course Code:	JF 03/26
Date & Time:	March. 23, 30, April. 13, 20, 27, May. 4, 2026 (Mon) 6:45pm-9:45 pm (6 sessions, 18 hours)
Fee:	HK$4,500 (COF: $4,275 /Price for Two: $8,280)
Venue:	Hybrid (Zoom + in-person attendance) International Social Service Hong Kong Branch, 6/F, Southorn Centre, 130 Hennessy Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong / Zoom
Target participants:	Helping professionals and anyone interested in personal and family betterment
Instructor:	Dr. Wynnie Wan, D.Psy. - Marriage & Family Therapy
Language:	Cantonese supplemented with English

Instructor

Dr. Wynnie Wan, D.Psy. - Marriage & Family Therapy

Wynnie was first introduced to Bowen Theory in 2011, initially starting with short-term workshops and gradually building her knowledge bit by bit. In 2016, she began actively promoting Bowen Theory by participating in conferences and seminar groups, and served as a presenter at conference. By 2020, she had completed a two-year professional training program on Bowen Theory. Later, while pursuing her doctoral degree, Wynnie continued to delve into Bowen Theory, applying it as the foundation for family therapy in her clinical practice.

Wynnie is a Certified Counsellor (Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association) and Certified Marriage & Family Therapist (Hong Kong Marriage and Family Therapy Association). She is also a supervisor in Bethel Pastoral Counselling Center since 2020, providing group supervision to a team of counsellors.

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