14/10/2025
Micro-Changes and Self Care BMS© Gestalt Art Therapy
*FREE PARTICIPATION
Event Coordinated by HUMANS OF GESTALT
Micro Changes and Self-Care BMS© through Art.
https://www.arttherapygestalt.com/events-1/micro-changes-and-self-care-bms-c-gestalt-art-therapy
In the demanding field of mental health and psychotherapy, self-care is often overlooked or deprioritised.
The Power of Micro Changes in Self-Care: Integrating Body, Mind, and Spirit through Gestalt Art Therapy invites professionals to reflect on the transformative impact of small, intentional actions.
Grounded in Gestalt Therapy principles, this session emphasises awareness, responsibility, and the integration of experience as the foundation of holistic well-being. Through the framework of Gestalt Art Therapy, participants will explore how micro changes-minor yet meaningful shifts in daily activities- can significantly enhance self-support and professional resilience.
The Body-Mind-Spirit (BMS©) model will guide this exploration, encouraging participants to consider the interconnectedness of:
• Body – physical movement, nourishment, and breath awareness
• Mind – thought awareness, emotional regulation, and mindful attention
• Spirit – creative expression, meaning-making, and connection to something greater
This integrative approach empowers therapists to develop personalised self-care routines that honour their unique rhythms, limitations, and environments.
Participants will engage in experiential and reflective activities grounded in Gestalt methods, enhancing their awareness of current needs, patterns of resistance, and habitual avoidances.
By focusing on the here and now, small shifts become sustainable practices that nurture presence and vitality. By the end of the session, attendees will be equipped to integrate micro changes that support their ability to be present-with themselves and others-ultimately strengthening the therapeutic presence and preventing burnout.
►Learning Objectives-Participants will be able to:
Identify and implement at least three micro changes related to physical movement, breathwork, or nutrition to support bodily awareness and regulation.
Create a personalised self-care plan incorporating at least two strategies (e.g. mindfulness, awareness practices) and two spiritual or creative practices (e.g. meditation, time in nature).
Complete a reflective journal or self-assessment documenting the impact of their micro changes on well-being and therapeutic presence, demonstrating increased self-awareness and Gestalt-informed self-care.
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Drawing/ Painting/ Guided fantasy/ Self care
2 hours
ZOOM
English
►If you cannot make it, no worries — you can access the *Recording.
Yaro Starak- Australia
B.A., M.S.W, Adv. Dip. SW, Dip.GT. Former Lecturer at the University of Queensland
Yaro Starak began his journey into Gestalt Therapy at the Toronto Gestalt Institute in Canada, where he completed his training and later joined the faculty, teaching for four years. In 1978, he immigrated to Australia and lectured at the University of Queensland.For over fifty years, Yaro has been dedicated to teaching and training professionals and Gestalt Therapy groups across Australia—including Brisbane, Tasmania, and Sydney—as well as internationally in Sweden, Denmark, Mexico, Germany, and Spain. He has published and co-edited four books on Gestalt Therapy and group processes, authored three training manuals, and contributed numerous articles to international journals. His writings cover themes such as group work, Gestalt Therapy, family therapy, alternative living, men’s issues, and deep psychology. Yaro also maintains a private practice in Gestalt Art Therapy and counselling, working with the Australian Department of Veterans Affairs to support individuals with PTSD. He is the author of several books on Gestalt Psychotherapy.
Gemma Garcia- Australia
Dip. GT. Dip Ericksonian Hypnosis. Aura Soma Therapist L2. Dip. Visual Arts. Dip. ECEC.
Gemma Garcia studied Gestalt Therapy at the Gestalt Institute of Valencia and Ericksonian Hypnosis at the University of Valencia. She also holds an Aura-Soma Therapist Level 2 certification in Australia. Practising Gestalt Therapy since 2006, Gemma has integrated her background in art and therapy into a unique professional approach. With 15 years of experience working in emergency services for the Spanish government, Gemma conducted research with firefighters on the emotional impact of high-stress situations, applying Gestalt Art Therapy to support them. As a visual artist, she studied classical art in Spain and was influenced by master sculptor Agustín Ahís. Gemma has also curated annual art group exhibitions in Australia since 2016. Her most recent exhibition, held in Brisbane in 2024, was titled “I See You. Joan Miró”, showcasing the work of seven Australian artists alongside her own.
In 2010, Gemma co-founded the Gestalt Art Therapy Centre in Australia with Yaro Starak. Together, they organised the first Art Therapy Conferences in Bali and continue to lead Art Therapy Retreats in Australia and Spain, offering CGAT© training in both Spanish and English.
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*This event is free for everyone.
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Day: November 23rd, 2025
Time: 5pm to 7pm (Brisbane- Australian time) AEST- Australian Eastern Standard Time. UTC/GMT +10 hours
Cost: FREE
Suggested Donation: $40 Aud
Other donations:
System:
System and Materials you will need for the workshop participation:
- Internet connection
- Having installed the Zoom program (Download here)
- PC, Laptop, Tablet with we**am & audio
- Paper to write
- Felt pens, or other colored pens that you like
Workshop only for adults.
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If you need a Certificate of Participation for CPD purposes but cannot attend the live event, you are still eligible for the certificate. To qualify, you must watch the recording, complete the proposed activities, send us a picture of your creations, and complete a feedback form.
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