“Chris approaches the challenge of changing things, whether in your life or the world, as a journey or adventure. In adventures, you expect to bump into things, obstacles are part of the course. But when there’s too much in the way, and it seems too difficult, we tend to think of the change as beyond our power. At this point, rather than give up or feel defeated, Chris takes us on a different route: he invites us onto the quest of finding our power. By strengthening our ability to rise to challenges, motivate ourselves, find ways through blocks and design more enjoyable approaches to what we do, it becomes possible to open up new pathways forward.”

From the foreword by Rob Hopkins (founder of the Transition movement) in Find Your Power by Chris Johnstone.

"Chris is an inspirational teacher, with both great ‘stage presence’ and an ability to work and listen on a 1:1 level too.

Each time I get the chance to attend the Motivational Interviewing seminar I leave with a new nugget that is of immense practical use in my day to day work"

Dr Pippa Stables, GP Course Organiser, Bristol


Courses I teach on include:


Motivational Interviewing in Healthcare

Bristol, Thursday 9th Feb 2012
Health promoting advice doesn't always fall on willing ears, and when it is resisted, consultations addressing health-related behaviour can be frustrating for both health professionals and patients. This one-day course introduces motivational interviewing as an approach proven to be helpful in such situations. FREE for Bristol GP Education 2012 members, £100 for non-members For more details, see http://www.bristolgpeducation.co.uk/events.php

Positive Psychology Residential Weekend

Dillington House, Ilminster, Somerset, 10th - 12th Feb 2012
Would you like to promote happiness, good relationships and positive qualities in yourself and others? This weekend workshop introduces the new science of Positive Psychology and teaches proven strategies for cultivating increased satisfaction in life. We will look at ways of increasing happiness without spending money, practices to cultivate gratitude and optimism, strategies to strengthen resilience and insights that help us improve relationships. The course will include a mixture of input from the tutor, small group discussion and personal reflection. All-comers welcome.
For more details, see: http://www.dillington.com/residential_details/display/1040/0

Resilience Workshop

London, Sunday 11th March 2012
A one-day workshop introducing practical skills that help you deal with adversities, bounce back from set-backs and make the best of whatever situation you face. Details at: http://www.theschooloflife.com/Weekends/Resilience-One-Day-Workshop_5

Positive Psychology in Healthcare

Bristol, Wednesday 14th March 2012
Positive Psychology applies scientific method to the study of happiness, human strengths and flourishing relationships. This one-day course introduces this approach and looks at how it can be applied within healthcare. We will explore the links between positive mood and positive health, as well as examine evidence-based interventions we can use ourselves, with our colleagues and with our patients/clients. £50 for Bristol GP Education 2012 members, £100 for non-members For more details, see http://www.bristolgpeducation.co.uk/events.php

Resilience Skills

Bristol, Tuesday 24th April 2012
 We live in times of uncertainty where the challenges of high stress environments present risks to both staff and clients. Resilience training has been shown to have a protective effect, helping to prevent depression, stress-related conditions and relapse of drink/drug use. This course introduces strength-building positive psychology interventions of proven effectiveness and is designed both for staff wanting to protect their own wellbeing and practitioners wanting to promote self-help skills in their clients. For more details, see: http://www.trainingexchange.org.uk/courseinfo.asp?courseid=103

Facing Global Crisis

London, Wednesday 16th May 2012
Unfortunately this is cancelled.

Free Training Teleseminar in Motivational Interviewing

Tuesday 26th June 2012
Chris Johnstone introduces the topic of the Academy of Coach Training’s part-time distance learning course that begins on Sept 25th. See Distance-Learning in MI and Pos Psy page for details.

Resilience Workshop

London, Sunday 15th July2012
A one-day workshop introducing practical skills that help you deal with adversities, bounce back from set-backs and make the best of whatever situation you face. Details at: http://www.theschooloflife.com

Free Training Teleseminar in Positive Psychology

Tuesday 28th August 2012
Chris Johnstone introduces the topic of the Academy of Coach Training’s part-time distance learning course that begins on Nov 6th. See Distance-Learning in MI and Pos Psy page for details.

Motivational Interviewing for Coaches and Health Professionals

Distance Learning Module begins, Tuesday 25th Sept 2012
A six-week part-time distance learning course, see Coach Training Distance-Learning in MI and Pos Psy page for details.

Positive Psychology for Coaches and Health Professionals

Distance Learning Module begins, Tuesday 6th Nov 2012
A six-week part-time distance learning course, see Distance-Learning in MI and Pos Psy page for details.

Self-care and Stress Management for Doctors

Bristol, Friday 30th November 2012
Medical careers involve exposure to high levels of stress; this course offers you practical strategies to protect yourself. We will look at evidence-based interventions for promoting resilience and increasing work/life satisfaction. Tools from the course can be used in your own life, with colleagues and with patients. Free for Bristol GP Education 2012 members, £100 for non-members For more details, see http://www.bristolgpeducation.co.uk/events.php

Resilience Workshop

London, Saturday 1st December 2012
A one-day workshop introducing practical skills that help you deal with adversities, bounce back from set-backs and make the best of whatever situation you face. Details will appear nearer the time on the events page at: http://www.theschooloflife.com



Workshops on Eco-psychology and The Work That Reconnects

I also run a range of courses addressing the psychology of sustainability, including workshops in The Work That Reconnects, an empowerment approach that strengthens our capacity to tackle global issues.
See my other website at www.FacilitationForLifeOnEarth.org for more details.