Family Constellations

Family Constellations is a type of Systemic Family Psychotherapy developed by Bert Hellinger, philosopher, theologian, educator, and psychoanalyst.

It is said that 70% of the psychological problems that affect us all stem from our family history and relationships. Out of blind love, children adopt reactions and bear burdens that will make adult life difficult. Constellations quickly bring to light the dynamics that cause suffering and, if the circumstances are right, correct them on the spot.

This therapy differs from others due to its extreme speed. In a Constellation session (lasting approximately one hour), the true underlying issue causing the client’s problem is revealed and addressed. This is why more and more psychologists, psychiatrists, and psychoanalysts are becoming interested in Family Constellations as a therapeutic tool.

The working method is based on working with representatives and in a group setting (although individual sessions are also available).
The scope of the work is not limited to the person who has had their Constellation done, but also extends to their family system, since when one element of the system shifts, all the others realign in turn, finding a better balance. Likewise, the work of one person in their Constellation also affects the other participants in the Workshop, as many issues are common, to a greater or lesser degree, to the other participants.
It is not necessary for the entire family to attend; a single person is sufficient to address the issue with one or more family members.

What are Family Constellations used for?

Family Constellations Therapy is a recommended approach for anyone who wants to examine a specific problem in their life, as well as for people who have conflicts at work or wish to reinvent themselves.

Anyone experiencing:

• Difficulties with personal, work, or family relationships.
• Dysfunctional emotional problems.
• Work and/or business problems.
• Behavioral problems in children.
• Problems with their goals or objectives, or with their success in life.
• Especially limiting situations that frequently recur in their lives.
• Stage fright.
• Difficulty speaking up in groups.
• Highly rational and emotionally blocked.
• Low self-esteem, lack of confidence, anxiety.
• Relationship problems (current, ex-partner, “I can never find the right one”…).
• Problems with parents or siblings.
• Difficulties in relationships with others.
• Loss and grief – Overcoming tragic events.
• Guidance during times of change.
• Addictions (drugs, tobacco, alcohol…).
• Illnesses and other physical problems (when the cause is synthetic)
  Difficult circumstances (premature deaths, miscarriages, murders, incarceration, etc.)
• Abuse, child abuse, sexual abuse
• Self-sabotage to avoid economic, professional, or personal success
  Support for making important decisions (changes of residence, career, partner, etc.)
• Personal difficulties: Self-confidence, adapting to new situations or life stages: retirement, separations and divorce, unemployment, etc.
• Other issues (infertility, adoption, inheritance fraud, suicidal tendencies, anorexia, bulimia, sexual problems, etc.)
• Workplace problems
• Choosing or changing a profession or job
• Advice on professional projects (freelancers, entrepreneurs, etc.)
• Organizational or management problems in companies
• Problems within the company
• Professional choices or dilemmas

Sergio Fernández interviews Marta Ocampo, an expert in Systemic Coaching and Family Constellations in Positive Thinking. «Marta Ocampo», «Pilar Jericó», «Ángel Luis Sánchez» and «Sergio Fernández» provide practical keys to getting along with your family in the discussion.