RGP in Massachusetts: Contact, Communication, Community

July 31 - Aug 3, 2025

We develop in relationship and our ability to relate to ourselves and each other in satisfying ways. We must be able to use our capacities to be self-aware, curious and open to each other’s experience and viewpoint, as well as having the skills to communicate effectively.

This workshop focuses on increasing your self-awareness and supporting your learning through direct, present-centered experience and respectful exchange with others.

Relational Gestalt Practice involves the awareness of body, breath, sensation, mood, emotions, thoughts, memories, and images. Group time will include a mixture of teaching and experiential practice. There will be time for some participants to experience one-to-one Open Seat practice sessions with Dorothy with the support of the group.

Dates & Times

July 31, Thursday 6:30-8:30 PM

Aug 1, Friday 10:30am-1:30pm, 3:30-6:30 pm

Aug 2, Saturday 10:30am-1:30pm, 3:30-6:30 pm

Aug 3, Sunday 10-1pm, 2-4pm

Location

Berlin, MA
A beautiful country property with a swimming pool and walking trails. We have camping space for tents and two available rooms with full-sized beds on a first-come, first-served basis. For additional accommodations there are local hotels nearby. Exact location will be shared once registration and payment is complete.

Tuition

$400-$600 sliding scale (Includes basic vegetarian food for three meals for Friday and Saturday and two meals on Sunday. If you have food allergies or would like to eat animal protein we have space in the communal kitchen for you to store, prepare, and cook your own food.)

Registration

Contact registration@dorothycharles.com to register. Numbers are limited and you will receive a response with information on how to secure your place by paying $400-$600 sliding scale tuition by PayPal. Refunds will be issued up to one month in advance if we are able to fill your spot.

**Covid policy: Because of the continued prevalence of COVID, to protect everyone's health, we ask that all participants provide proof of a negative antigen test taken on the Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday before the start of group. Vaccination is encouraged. Masking is welcomed for self-protection. If you have symptoms of illness, we ask you not to attend. Local and CDC guidelines at the time of the workshop will dictate mask-wearing policy.**