Dating 101
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Figure out who you are, what you want and how to get it.

They say that there’s many fish in the sea, but how do we know when we’ve got a good catch, let alone what bait to use? Imagine you knew yourself and what you wanted so well that dating didn’t seem so daunting. Whether you’re single and looking for a partner, or you’ve already found who you hope to be your perfect catch, this group will support you in getting to know yourself better and pursuing the partnership that’s right for you!

Throughout this workshop, you’ll:
  • Gain insights into yourself, including your unique personality, guiding values, and core beliefs surrounding relationships.
  • Identify your Attachment Style, and how this may impact your needs and behaviours within relationships.
  • Explore your sexuality – including your sexual values and desires.
  • Communicate your wants and needs within a relationship.
  • Learn more about what you may be seeking in a romantic relationship.
  • Build a better understanding of yourself in the context of relationships, and how to use this information to facilitate a healthy romantic relationship.
  • Connect with other women who can relate!
Dating 101 - Kaitlyn + Kareana

Location: 7 Willow St, Uptown Waterloo

Parking: Complimentary Parking Available

Dates & Times: To be Determined – Join the Waitlist!

Facilitators:  Kaitlyn Arnold (Registered Psychotherapist) + Kareana Cook (Registered Psychotherapist)

Size of the Group: 8 Women, 18+

Coverage: For many people, group therapy with a Registered Psychotherapist is covered by extended health benefits. If you intend to pay via insurance, please let us know when you are signing up.

What to Expect:

Prepare yourself to engage and participate in group discussions for 1 hour and 30 minutes, once a week for 4 weeks.

This workshop was thoughtfully designed to support you in exploring the self, relationships, and the process of dating in the modern age.

Through a series of questionnaires, therapeutic reflection, and psychoeducation, you will learn more about yourself, how you show up in relationships, as well as communicate your wants and needs. Each day of the workshop integrates elements of Attachment Theory, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Narrative Therapy, as well as carefully integrated group therapy and facilitated discussion.

During each group session, we’ll discuss the meaning and importance of these explorative endeavours, and what this means for you throughout the dating process and within a relationship. Worksheets and take-home assessments will be provided between groups to support further learning and self-reflection throughout the duration of the workshop. Together, we will debrief about these exercises, and discuss questions and next steps. At the end of the group, we’ll provide you with a summary of resources, as well as recommendations for further exploration.

We know that dating in the modern age can be stressful and overwhelming. Together, we’ll build relationships and a sense of community between women who know exactly what you’re feeling. We invite like-minded women who are seeking connection and a space to share their story with others who will truly understand!

Here’s what we’ll cover over 4 weeks:

Week 1: We’ll spend time getting to know one another and your unique experiences with dating. We’ll begin by exploring personality and strengths assessments, creating a portfolio of the self.

Week 2: We’ll facilitate further self-exploration around core values and beliefs and their importance You’ll have the opportunity to identify and explore your Attachment Style and how it influences your relationships.

Week 3: You’ll learn how to identify and foster secure attachment within yourself and with a partner, through healthy communication and conflict, boundary-setting, and the maintenance of values and beliefs. We’ll discuss how the self with the sexual self intersect and create healthy intimacy within relationships.

Week 4: We’ll explore final thoughts related to the sexual self and intimacy within relationships. We’ll walk you through practical “next steps” for integrating the individual, relational, and sexual self, so that you may continue to do the work and progress toward your long-term dating goals.

Are you ready to join us? Fill out the form below to be added to our waitlist. We’ll be in touch soon with more information and updates!

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