Testimonials
I have worked with a particular Human Givens therapist over the past few years. My relationship is at a point that I consider him a friend and mentor. Without him I certainly wouldn't be writing this article. Merv worked with me when everyone else had given up. I was depressed, I was stuck in that hole and had no way of getting out. The medication that I had been given was making things worse and making me physically ill. I was lost and confused. I'd gone from a happy healthy person with the world at my feet to someone who could barely stand to get out of bed in the morning. Merv changed that. In three sessions, he helped me out of the hole and gave me the tools to make sure I wasn't stuck down there again.
Tim Neal, Tasmanian Division President, Australian DemocratsSee full article: Climbing out of a hole, Australian Democrats Journal, Vol 34 No 1
(March 2011) PDF Article)
I found the information about why we dream very useful, a remarkable discovery with lots of implications for my work.
Social worker, AdelaideLoved the mind mapping, found the visualisation and guided imagery fascinating. Can't wait to try it out with my students.
Teacher, MelbourneThe most useful part of the seminar for me was the section you did on dispelling depression myths. It will take me some time to adjust to the new ideas.
Counsellor, AdelaideThe demonstration videos really helped me see the ideas as they are applied to therapy and counseling. Very useful, and seeing your students doing it made me realise how simple it is.
School Counsellor, AdelaideIt was all extremely interesting. I liked the combination of theory and practice. I loved the stories.
School Counsellor, BrisbaneI had no idea REM sleep influenced so much of our life. You made the ideas come alive through examples and stories.
Occupational Therapist, BrisbaneI am so excited that at last there are some new ideas on how the mind works. Enjoyed the simple explanations and anecdotes. I had never heard of pattern matching but it all makes so much sense.
Psychologist, MelbourneMerv, thank you so much for today. Very useful information and I am so pleased I attended.
Hypnotherapist, BrisbaneA really good overview of the HG approach. I am looking forward to learning more because I can see so many ways it could help my clients.
Social Worker, Melbourne
The "human givens" explained
Why humans dream
The Mind - new insights
Depression - new insights
See Brief Video
Video Transcript - the Human Givens Overview
Free Resources
If you are interested in Therapeutic Storytelling, these videos and notes may be useful. Suitable for individual and group settings, with a particular focus on men who have lost their way.
NB: Only therapists and practitioners who have completed their training with the Human Givens College in the UK are eligible for Professional Membership of the Human Givens Institute based in the UK. Associate Membership is, however, available to anyone who is interested in, or keen to support and be part of, the development and spread of the human givens insights and approach.