Events and news
Working with children and adolescents (2026 to 2027): a 9-month Gestalt arts intensive
Where: Ealing, London
When: Now taking bookings for 2026 to 2027.
(The image shows the group that successfully completed the 2023 course).
Violet Oaklander-inspired Gestalt arts training intensives, 2026: parts 2 and 3
Part 2: 10 to 12 April 2026
Part 3: 5 to 7 June 2026
Windows to Our Practice
Jon recently contributed a personal essay to Windows to Our Practice, a global collection of child therapists’ reflections inspired by Violet Oaklander’s integrative Gestalt model. His piece joins voices from around the world, offering insight into the healing power of connection, creativity and authentic presence in therapy.
A Boy and His Anger
Violet Oaklander DVD presentation and clinical discussion. This benefit event aims to raise money for Gestalt Centre, London’s student bursary fund.
Where: Gestalt Centre, London NW1
When: February 2026 (date TBA)
The Just for Now story
Watch Jon’s interview with Karen Fried, creator of the ‘Just for Now’ series and international trainer and writer on the Violet Oaklander method.
Restoring the ‘Hum’ in Human!*
Watch Jon’s video bringing together participants from around the world in a Lifemusic session, part of the ‘Just For Now’ online seminar series hosted by Karen Fried.
On canine-assisted therapy – a talk for counsellors
Coming soon. Where possible, Coco my ‘co-therapist’ accompanies me for this talk on how animals may bring a healing presence to therapy with clients of all ages.
Past events
See some of my recent courses, workshops and presentations.