The primary objective of the OSD Center is to further the use and development of Gestalt theory and methodology in organizational contexts. Offerings of the OSD Center include training programs, organizational consulting, research, and workshops.

In the OSD Spotlight

Training Programs

International Gestalt Coaching Program (IGCP VI) begins September 2008. Apply now. The Coaching Program, with new accreditation by the International Coach Federation, undertakes its sixth offering Fall 2008. This program is designed to teach the practice of coaching leadership and management using a Gestalt theoretical and conceptual orientation. Read more

OSD XVIII begins October 2008. This world-class Gestalt OSD training program reflects over 30 years of innovative development and application of Gestalt OSD theory, concepts, and methodology. Participants gain invaluable knowledge and skills about intervention design and implementation at all levels of system, and receive feedback from experienced instructors in structured practicums. Read more.

OSD Group Intensive (Advanced Training) begins January 2009. This program is for individuals who wish to enhance their knowledge of group process and their skills in group leadership. The program emphasizes the theoretical base and philosophy of Gestalt work with groups, including personal growth, task, and special design groups. Background theory and concepts of group dynamics are presented from historical and comparative approaches. Read more.

Becoming a Better Intervener VI begins February 2009. This is a dynamic one-year, five-module training program designed for people involved in organizational change and large-scale organizational transformation. BBI provides an introduction to and practice in the body of knowledge developed in the Gestalt Center for Organization & Systems Development programs. A variety of methods are used in this program, including demonstrations, readings, simulations, role-plays, fieldwork assignments, small group practice, and step-by-step skill building experiences. Read more.

OSD Weekend Format III begins February 2009. This program format provides an opportunity for individuals interested in the Gestalt Center’s world-class OSD training to undertake the experience in a weekend format, requiring minimum time away from work. The program provides individuals with the theory, concept, methodology, skills, and techniques for effectively intervening at the individual, two-person, group, and organizational levels of system. Read more.

OSD International Ninth Training Program begins May 2009. The OSD International Program offers professionals effective alternatives for influencing the systems in which they work, and a cross-cultural milieu that challenges and develops participants beyond their already proven scope of accomplishments. The faculty includes representatives from four continents, and the five week-long sessions over a span of 16 months occur in five different countries. The program schedule for the Ninth Program will be posted on this website and emailed to our Newsletter subscribers as soon as it is available. Read more.

Special Events

By invitation only —  Becoming a Better Intervener Workshop co-sponsored by McKinsey and Company and Mobius Executive Leadership. Session Two is scheduled for August 6-10, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario. The workshop is facilitated by John Carter and Veronica Hopper Carter.
[This workshop is not open to the general public.]
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Executive Personality Dynamics for Coaches, July 20–24, 2008 in Wellfleet, MA with Dorothy Siminovitch, Mel Rabin, Peter Finkelstein, and Edwin Nevis. This powerful offering is designed for consultants and coaches who wish to strengthen their background in individual personality theory and assessment. The practice of coaching requires the ability to quickly grasp the personality dynamics of the person being coached, yet coach training rarely provides in-depth education in assessing and working with these issues. This intensive workshop focuses on understanding and working with characteristics and manifestations of narcissism, perfectionism and control, anger and conflict management, and depression and low self-esteem—how to coach each differently, and how to know when referral is necessary. Our emphasis will be on exploring cases from you own practices in relation to personality theory and dynamics. Co-sponsored by the ICF-accredited International Gestalt Coaching Program of the Gestalt Center for Organization & Systems Development and the Gestalt International Study Center (GISC). Click here o register and for more information.

John D. Carter and Veronica Hopper Carter present a Master Teleclass on key concepts of Gestalt coaching and intervention on November 26, 2008, sponsored by Mobius Executive Leadership and Integral Leadership and Coaching. “Conversations with Masters” is a seven-month series of teleclasses for coaches engaging with pioneers and thought leaders in the field of coaching and Organizational Development. Click here to find out more.

Workshops

Gestalt Coaching: Enhancing Your Competency in June 2008. Participants will explore and practice the skills that constitute effective intervention from a Gestalt perspective. This workshop earns ICF Continuing Coaching Education credits. Read more.

Exploring Multiple Perspectives in the Change Process: Understanding Capacity, Capability, and Competency for Organizational Change, October 3-5, 2008 in Maryland. Facilitated by Brenda B. Jones, this workshop explores the conceptual underpinnings of the change process, both conscious and unconscious, that influence alignment of actions and outcomes. Read more.

OSD Workshop Series returns in 2009. The Gestalt OSD Center’s premier series of awareness- and skill-building workshops help participants increase their effectiveness in their organizations. Four self-contained workshops focus on the individual, two-person, group, and organizational levels of system. Watch our website postings for upcoming dates. Early application is encouraged. Read More.

Printable Brochures & Special Mailings

PDF Brochures for 2008–2009 available. For your convenience, information on OSD Training Programs is available for download under the Training Programs menu header in PDF. Please be aware that where discrepancies between the PDF brochures and the Web site occur, particularly regarding program schedule dates, the most current and reliable information will be found on the Web site. Note also that Continuing Education Credits are not offered at this time for OSD Training Program or workshop offerings. For other information, or to clarify any discrepancies, you may contact our registrar at 440.205.8606 or at osdregistrar@gestaltosd.org. OSD training programs offer a variety of structures and experiences that enhance participants’ understanding of the Gestalt OSD approach to becoming a better intervener. Join us for a personal and professional experience unlike any other training program you have ever participated in before. Please forward information to interested friends and colleagues.

Also available is a downloadable PDF copy of our first US Newsletter mailing.
The file includes a copy of our Newsletter and a personal letter from Gestalt OSD Center President John D. Carter.