GAB Instructor Training Session 3

Learn to lead guided autobiography groups and become a Birren Center (https://thebirrencenter.org) certified Guided Autobiography instructor. Do you want to help others discover the power of their own life stories? Our instructor training class prepares you to lead Guided Autobiography (GAB) courses in your community, workplace, or online. Guided Autobiography is a proven method developed by Dr. James Birren that helps people write and share two-page life stories on universal themes—family, work, health, turning points, and more. As a trained facilitator, you'll guide participants through this transformative process, creating a supportive space where stories are shared and deep connections are made. What You'll Learn: How to structure and lead a GAB course from start to finish Techniques for creating a safe, encouraging group environment Strategies for guiding participants through the writing and sharing process How to develop, schedule, and facilitate your own GAB groups Training Format: Throughout the program, you'll experience GAB firsthand—writing and sharing your own life stories while learning the skills to guide others. By completion, you'll have the tools, materials, and confidence to facilitate your own courses. Who This Is For: This training is ideal for life coaches, counselors, educators, retirement community staff, hospice workers, memoir enthusiasts, or anyone passionate about helping others tell their stories. Introduction Meeting: Wednesday, March 4th, 3:30 to 4:30 PM, Eastern Time Training Dates: Wednesdays, March 11th to April 29th Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Pacific Time Cost: $49 Instructors: Lily Bengfort and Leigh Morrow