Classes
Garden Refuge offers practical classes as well as psycho-educational workshops. Some classes are offered for free, others are on a fee basis.
Spanish Class
Free - Ages 8+
Taught by native Peruvian, Rocio Shetler. For children who want a headstart on spanish, for those who may be struggling in school, for future tourists who want to learn some phrases, build their ear for the language, or those of you looking to refresh their language skills.
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How Science Revolutionized Couples Therapy
Free - Ages 18+
Not all couples therapy is effective. Science has helped leading therapists develop new, more effective approaches to building relationship and addressing conflict. This seminar explains the science and gives you an overview of the most effective approaches.
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Love Maps & Emotional Attunement
Move from feeling like roommates to feeling like partners again. Re-establish curiosity, empathy, and emotional relevance so can stop assuming who your partner is and start knowing.
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Turning Toward Your Partner
Spot the times your partner is looking to connect and learn to respond. Combat emotional withdrawal, neglect and escalating loneliness. Learn the art of the stress reducing conversation.
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Admiration, Appreciation & Fondness
If you struggle to feel valued or are caught in a negativity loop, learn tools to replace negative filters with shared goodwill and warmth — the antidote to relational erosion.
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Couples Conflict
Address conflict without damaging your relationship. Good for recurring arguments. Seeing conflict as a doorway to identity and shared meaning instead of a battle.
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Create Shared Meaning in Life
Everyone has systems of meaning. Create rituals of connection to help align your values and priorities. Building a micro-culture that gives the relationship identity, direction, and emotional glue.
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Power Balance
Learn negotiation strategies, skills for mutual influence, compromise. Grow a more collaborative, respectful partnership where both voices matter; reduce defensiveness and gridlock.
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