Process-oriented Dreamwork intensive
- Oct 15-18 2026
Dr Susan Hatch
With Rikki Bandekow
and Assisted by Brad Fennell
Unlock the secrets AND Access the magic
hidden within night-time dreams
Do you ever get stuck with a client, where you are wondering
‘What is trying to happen here? Where is the new information or experience?”
Where are the signals of the change process that is trying to occur?
Because change is always trying to occur.
At moments like these when everything looks known and stuck, as if there is no answer to the questions or problems that your client is presenting, Carl Jung would say "Wait for a dream." He said this because our night-time dreams carry the blueprint for our unfolding process and sometimes when we can’t see the signals of the change process in the client’s presentation of their issue, we can see it in their dreams.
And as facilitators we can learn to see it in their dreams - and somewhat surprisingly, in our own dreams as well.
The profound experiences and processes that emerge from within our night-time dreams reveal our next steps in life. When we work with these dreams in a Process-oriented way, they can reveal the missing piece to the person’s process bringing a solution with it and they can also connect us to our Deepest Self.
Four day INTENSIVE On
Process-oriented dream work
During this 4-day face to face training event on the beautiful Gold Coast, QLD, 15-18 Oct 2026
we will focus on training our awareness to explore the tendencies and altered states of consciousness that give rise to OUR Night-Time dreams and to all OF OUR body experiences DURING THE DAY.
‘Access to these altered states of the Dreaming enable us to understand (our clients and their dreams) from an entirely new perspective, from the viewpoint of the Dreammaker.”
Arnold Mindell, 2001
Processwork (Process-oriented Psychology)
is a practice that uses the client’s own sensory-grounded experience as the entry way into understanding their Dreams, and the change process that is unique to them.
About the Facilitators
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Dr. Susan Hatch is an internationally certified Process-oriented Psychotherapist and a member of the International Association of Process-Oriented Psychology. She is a co-founder of Processwork Australia and later Australia New Zealand Process Oriented Psychology (ANZPOP). Besides working with clients directly, she has been training, supervising and supporting Processwork professionals for 35 years.
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Rikki Bandekow is an internationally certified Process-oriented Psychotherapist and a member of the International Association of Process Oriented Psychology. Her experience as a counselling psychologist includes working with issues related to trauma, body symptoms, grief, depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties.
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Brad Fennell is a counsellor and psychotherapist who has been supporting individuals, couples and groups for over 25 years. Throughout the four day workshop, Brad will be supporting Susan, Rikki and participants, helping to create a fun, safe and engaging learning environment where participants can confidently integrate the learning into their own practice.
Some feedback from Susan's previous Dreamwork Workshop in 2023
Daisy Dollisson, psychotherapist, farmer and dream worker
‘Attending Susan Dreamwork Intensive contained gifts and insights that have streamed out into my life ever since.
If I had a dream about a sun with big rays it could be that the sun is the workshop and the rays are the effect through my life.
The learnings, practices, atmosphere and people I met had a profound influence on me.
It's like I can easily transport myself back to some of those moments and imagine being there - and doing that gives me a sense of support, wonder and grounding.
Learning is about more than just skills. It's also about deep experiences; and sharing time together that changes who we are and moves us. It's about being held in creative and inspiring atmospheres and feeling supported.
Susan's Intensive provided all of those things.
I am very grateful for what I gained from my time with Susan and the group.
If I was to sum it up I'd say - legendary.’
Learn the theory behind Process-Oriented Dream Work
Practice the techniques with your own dreams and other participants
Watch live demonstrations, and get direct feedback for your work
Connect with this vibrant learning community
By the end of this workshop, you will be able to confidently assist clients (and yourself) to unfold dreams, revealing their unique mysteries and gifts.
This workshop involves theoretical and practical learning as well as fun and deep connection
More feedback from Dreamwork 2023:
‘This workshop completely changed my life an continues to. So deeply supportive! I suddenly was able to open up to my dreaming with boldness, warmth and clarity. Three years on, and I keep flowing with these new skills and this openness. So grateful to Susan and her learning community.
If it’s calling you I do hope you say “yes!”
Tammy Moran, individual and couples therapist and supervisor
Practical information
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This seminar will be invaluable to therapists, psychologists, social workers, health care professionals, coaches, facilitators, and those interested in a more Process-oriented approach in their work with people and with themselves.
You certainly don’t need to be a practitioner to attend and love this Intensive - an interest in your own dreams and the ability to care for your self in an exciting and deep group environment are the only pre-requisites.
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This 4-day workshop may be counted as 24 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for professional counsellors, social workers and psychotherapists (please check with your own professional body).
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WHEN:
Thurs Oct 15th - 9.00 am (for a prompt 9.30 am start) until 5.30 pm. (Meal break 1-2 pm)
Fri Oct 16th - 9.30 am (for a prompt 10.00 am start) until 5.30 pm. (Meal break 1-2 pm)
Sat Oct 17th - 9.00 am (for a prompt 9.30 am start) until 5.30 pm. (Meal break 1-2 pm)
Sun Oct 18th - 9.30 am (for a prompt 10 am start) until 3.30 pm. (Meal break 12.30-1.30 pm)
WHERE:
The event takes place at The Great Hall, at the Kirra Hill Community and Cultural Centre at 1 Garrick Street, Coolangatta QLD 4225
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Training fees: $1400 + GST (early bird discount available)
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Please email Susan at susan@susanhatch.com - or text on 0407030234
Feel free also to call or text Rikki on 0493432360 or Brad Fennell on 0412029432 with any questions relating to logistics including accomodation recommendations and transport etc.
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Cancellations notified in writing 28 days or more prior to the workshop - Full refund.
Cancellations made within 28 days do not attract a refund but an alternative attendee may be nominated to take your place.
Feedback from previous trainings
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Made me a better therapist
Such amazing training, it’s just getting better and better Susan! It’s been relevant, sharp, professional, and related.
It’s SO helpful professionally and personally, and also in building a sense of community!
I feel like these sessions have made me a better therapist. You’re a total legend 😊
— Dani Walsh
Art Therapist, Psychotherapist -
Knowledge, wisdom, compassion, and fun
There is something very intuitive about Processwork, and I very much resonate with the connection to our land and earth elements as a source of healing.
I loved the way Susan facilitates the sessions, she interweaves her strong knowledge, compassion, practice wisdom and fun in all of the sessions.
An absolute privilege to learn from.
— Karen Barnett
Social Worker -
Facilitating healing outcome
Huge, wonderful; a Gift!
I love Susan's wisdom, passion, intuitive insight, and commitment to being fully present and available to facilitate the healing outcome for all present, every hard-working day.
Thank you.
— Frida Lie
Psychotherapy student -
Inclusive and expansive
I loved being in this space, meeting people for the first time but feeling like I’d known them before.
You are so inclusive and expansive. I felt part of something much bigger than myself and was inspired by Processwork and the community.
So much value. I learned so much that I can’t put into words yet, and I want to experience it over and over again until there is that embodied paradigm shift. Thank you.
— Cat Angel
Art Therapy & Counselling