Lots of inquiries have been arriving as we anticipate the visit of Ed Tick in southeastern Wisconsin later this month.
To keep you up on the information about his healing work, as well as the need for such work in our times, here's an article from the Albany Times Union about the retreat that he led with his wife Kate Dahlstedt earlier this month:
See http://timesunion.com/ss.asp?s=551571&c=&b= to read what Albany Times Union writer, Paul Grondahl, had to say about the January 2007 Soldier's Heart Retreat with Ed Tick.
To quote one of the attendees, a Vietnam Veteran, "(the retreat) surpass(ed) my expectations...I cannot say enough...semper fi."
And from another attendee, "Thank you each and everyone for your truth, your wisdom, your courgage, and to Ed and Kate: for your vision, your dedication and your love. I look forward to...the continued unfolding of Soldier's Heart, and to...being a part of this extraordinary mission."
The reporter, Paul, told me: "It's a powerful workshop and brings a lot of healing for hurting vets."
Jan 12, 2007
Jan 11, 2007
Ed Tick speaks on online video
More on Ed Tick.
Watch the entire video interview with author and psychologist Ed Tick as he discusses his latest book -- "War and the Soul" on Capital News Channel 9 in Albany, N.Y. Here it is: Lending a Hand
Dr. Tick discounts most medications and talk therapy for the disorder. Instead, he prefers reconciliation with the past. He's taken Vietnam war vets back to Vietnam and has helped them get involved with various philanthropies to help needy families in the war-torn area. In many cases, the vet is able to release guilt and not only make amends with their war experiences but also make friends with their former enemies.
Tick has more than 25 years experience as a clinical psychotherapist but considers himself first and foremost a transformational healer. He is also a mythologist, psychotherapist, poet, writer, educator and ordained interfaith minister.
If you can't get the online video, you can read the interview online at:
His book has been acclaimed by veterans, legislators, healers and some very big names. See below:
A fascinating look into the minds of veterans.
—Hon. Gary Ackerman, U.S. Congressman (D-NY)
With a resounding salute to those who have given their lives, this book empowers us to overcome the soul loss that is the result of all wars.
—Jan C. Scruggs, Founder, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, The Wall, Washington, D.C.
Speaking as a war veteran, I do believe Ed Tick’s heart has seen what my eyes have seen.
—Robert Reiter, Veterans’ Service Officer
A penetrating look into the trauma that remains long after the truces are signed. With the current insane enthusiasm for so-called preventive wars, this book is needed more than ever.
—Larry Dossey, MD, author, The Extraordinary Healing Power of Ordinary Things, Reinventing Medicine, and Healing Words
—Hon. Gary Ackerman, U.S. Congressman (D-NY)
With a resounding salute to those who have given their lives, this book empowers us to overcome the soul loss that is the result of all wars.
—Jan C. Scruggs, Founder, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, The Wall, Washington, D.C.
Speaking as a war veteran, I do believe Ed Tick’s heart has seen what my eyes have seen.
—Robert Reiter, Veterans’ Service Officer
A penetrating look into the trauma that remains long after the truces are signed. With the current insane enthusiasm for so-called preventive wars, this book is needed more than ever.
—Larry Dossey, MD, author, The Extraordinary Healing Power of Ordinary Things, Reinventing Medicine, and Healing Words
As the world hangs in the balance, Ed Tick illuminates the path that could pull humanity back from the brink.
—Kenny Ausubel, Founder, Bioneers Foundation; author, Seeds of Change; editor, Ecological Medicine
This is no ordinary brilliant book. It is a document that leads us to the possibility of healing from the wars that devastate so entirely that no one is safe. This book can save our lives.
—Deena Metzger, author, Entering the Ghost River: Meditations on the Theory and Practice of Healing
Ed Tick shows us how war tears away at the soul of soldiers and how it impacts the collective soul of the world. If we all read this book it would change the face of war in our world and inspire us to find peaceful ways to create change.
—Sandra Ingerman, MA, author of Soul Retrieval and Medicine for the Earth
Healing veterans, their families, and our community
We are privileged to host Ed Tick in southeastern Wisconsin to share his knowledge and open our hearts to healing each other.
Dr. Tick will conduct seminars for training professionals and clergy on the unique needs of service people who have experienced combat and war, as well as their families.
The need is urgent. Large numbers of our veterans are returning home from Iraq and Afghanistan are finding that they must cope with a wide range of psychological difficulties. We have an opportunity to prevent a national tragedy and we have the obligation and the resources. Now we need people to spread the word -- and to have the courage to step forward to create healing and hope where there has been pain and isolation.
Dr. Tick will conduct seminars for training professionals and clergy on the unique needs of service people who have experienced combat and war, as well as their families.
The need is urgent. Large numbers of our veterans are returning home from Iraq and Afghanistan are finding that they must cope with a wide range of psychological difficulties. We have an opportunity to prevent a national tragedy and we have the obligation and the resources. Now we need people to spread the word -- and to have the courage to step forward to create healing and hope where there has been pain and isolation.
We also know that many veterans from other wars at other times also struggle with its residual effects, even as time as passed. Many veterans also find that the current wars can awaken memories that have lay dormant for years.
Fortunately, we are more capable of responding to this situation than ever before. We have more knowledge about the psychological impact of war than any prior generation has ever had. We know that at least 12% of the returning soldiers will come back from Iraq with a serious mental disorder. We know that family members are also severely affected by a soldier's experience of trauma. Indeed, we now refer to "secondary trauma" as a significant mental health consequence of war. We know that children who grow up in families where Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is not treated often become severely impaired themselves. Luckily, we also know that early treatment of mental health symptoms is the best way to prevent long-term consequences.
Psychologist Ed Tick, Ph.D., author of the acclaimed book "War and the Soul," is dedicated to healing veterans of all wars. His non-profit organization, Soldier's Heart, focuses on creating a national network of community-based services for a healthy and successful reintegration of our nation’s veterans when they return home.
In working with Ed, we have made an effort to provide a variety of activities at a variety of times and at a variety of costs. People may certainly attend once or more than once, depending on their schedules and interest and availability of funding. There may be the possiblity of some partial scholarships as well. Funds are also welcome for donations, as are donated meals for Saturday and Sunday lunch.
Jan. 25, 2007: War and the Soul conference from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at University of Wisconsin Parkside, Kenosha, WI. $75 tuition includes lunch. Call (262) 595-2312. See www.uwp.edu and click on "Center for Community Partnerships".
Jan. 25: Public forum for veterans, family members and others from 6 to 8 p.m. at University of Wisconsin-Parkside Union Cinema. No charge. Call (262) 595-2312.
Jan. 26: War and the Soul: Training for Clergy from 9 a.m. to noon at Lake House Health & Learning Center, 932 Lake Ave., Racine.$30 tuition or donation, with CEU certificate provided for clergy members, chaplains, sisters, and other religious professionals and volunteers of all faiths and traditions.
Jan. 26: Potluck and Conversation with Ed Tick for veterans, family members, professionalsl and interested others from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lake House Health & Learning Center, 932 Lake Ave., Racine. Bring dish to share if you are able. Donations welcome but not necessary. Call (262) 633-2645 to reserve or for information.
Jan. 27-28: Reconciliation Journey, A Process of Healing for Veterans, Family and Community healing experience and professional training from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at Lake House Health & Learning Center, 932 Lake Ave., Racine, WI. Tuition is $200 for professionals, with sliding scale for veterans and family. CEUs provided for professionals at extra nominal charge. Call (262) 633-2645 to reserve your space.
For more about Ed's work, see www.mentorthesoul.com.
Fortunately, we are more capable of responding to this situation than ever before. We have more knowledge about the psychological impact of war than any prior generation has ever had. We know that at least 12% of the returning soldiers will come back from Iraq with a serious mental disorder. We know that family members are also severely affected by a soldier's experience of trauma. Indeed, we now refer to "secondary trauma" as a significant mental health consequence of war. We know that children who grow up in families where Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is not treated often become severely impaired themselves. Luckily, we also know that early treatment of mental health symptoms is the best way to prevent long-term consequences.
Psychologist Ed Tick, Ph.D., author of the acclaimed book "War and the Soul," is dedicated to healing veterans of all wars. His non-profit organization, Soldier's Heart, focuses on creating a national network of community-based services for a healthy and successful reintegration of our nation’s veterans when they return home.
In working with Ed, we have made an effort to provide a variety of activities at a variety of times and at a variety of costs. People may certainly attend once or more than once, depending on their schedules and interest and availability of funding. There may be the possiblity of some partial scholarships as well. Funds are also welcome for donations, as are donated meals for Saturday and Sunday lunch.
Jan. 25, 2007: War and the Soul conference from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at University of Wisconsin Parkside, Kenosha, WI. $75 tuition includes lunch. Call (262) 595-2312. See www.uwp.edu and click on "Center for Community Partnerships".
Jan. 25: Public forum for veterans, family members and others from 6 to 8 p.m. at University of Wisconsin-Parkside Union Cinema. No charge. Call (262) 595-2312.
Jan. 26: War and the Soul: Training for Clergy from 9 a.m. to noon at Lake House Health & Learning Center, 932 Lake Ave., Racine.$30 tuition or donation, with CEU certificate provided for clergy members, chaplains, sisters, and other religious professionals and volunteers of all faiths and traditions.
Jan. 26: Potluck and Conversation with Ed Tick for veterans, family members, professionalsl and interested others from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lake House Health & Learning Center, 932 Lake Ave., Racine. Bring dish to share if you are able. Donations welcome but not necessary. Call (262) 633-2645 to reserve or for information.
Jan. 27-28: Reconciliation Journey, A Process of Healing for Veterans, Family and Community healing experience and professional training from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at Lake House Health & Learning Center, 932 Lake Ave., Racine, WI. Tuition is $200 for professionals, with sliding scale for veterans and family. CEUs provided for professionals at extra nominal charge. Call (262) 633-2645 to reserve your space.
For more about Ed's work, see www.mentorthesoul.com.
For more about healing work, professional trainings and other activities at Lake House in Racine, see www.lakehousecenter.com.
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