Australia/NZ's first Poetry Therapy certification: Harness poetry's healing power for community workshops and personal transformation.

Discover the Transformative Power of Poetry Therapy

Pioneering Professional Training in New Zealand and Australia

Unlock the profound healing potential of words in this first-of-its-kind Poetry Therapy Facilitation Training. This groundbreaking two-year program equips you with the skills to guide others through transformative writing experiences that foster personal growth, emotional healing, and self-discovery.

A Journey of Words and Wisdom

“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” – Mary Oliver

Poetry speaks directly to our innermost experiences, bypassing intellectual barriers to touch the heart of what matters. As a trained Poetry Therapy Facilitator, you’ll learn to create safe, nurturing spaces where individuals can explore their inner landscapes, process complex emotions, and transform personal narratives into stories of resilience and hope.

This comprehensive professional development program combines rigorous theory with embodied creative practice, personal growth, and practical facilitation skills. You’ll join a supportive community of like-minded professionals while developing a unique toolkit that complements your existing expertise.

Who This Training Serves

This flexible, part-time training welcomes:

• Educators seeking creative approaches to emotional literacy
• Community workers supporting collective healing
• Writers interested in facilitation
• Wellness professionals enhancing their offerings
• Counselors and therapists expanding their group-work practice
• Anyone passionate about the intersection of words and wellbeing

A Holistic Learning Experience

Our carefully crafted curriculum includes:

• Online evening sessions tailored for working professionals
• Three immersive in-person retreats
• One-to-one supervision with experienced practitioner
• Hands-on facilitation practice
• Deep exploration of poetic traditions
• Trauma-informed approaches to expressive writing
• Community-building with fellow practitioners

Begin Your Poetry Therapy Journey

Led by Suzy Willow (@our.poetryproject) Registered Poetry Therapy Practitioner, this training represents a rare opportunity to pioneer this powerful practice in Australia and New Zealand. With just 14 hours per month plus three transformative retreats, this program fits alongside your existing commitments while opening new professional pathways.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be among the first certified Poetry Therapy Facilitators in the region. Spaces are limited to ensure personalised attention and a rich learning environment.

“Poetry is not a luxury. It is a vital necessity of our existence.” – Audre Lorde

Ready to harness the healing power of words? Contact Suzy today to schedule your information session and discover how Poetry Therapy Facilitation can transform both your professional practice and personal journey.