Bring Bibliotherapy to Others
Experiences across both courses
People who complete both Bibliotherapy Basics and Building Bibliotherapy Skills often describe them as two parts of one unfolding learning journey. These reflections offer a glimpse into how each course feels, what each one offers, and how they complement one another.
Anna, Yoga Practitioner
Her experience completing both courses online
Bibliotherapy Basics
“I was so excited to discover the Bibliotherapy Basics course. I still remember accidentally stumbling across bibliotherapy during Covid — mind blown by the power of the experience. Discovering a course years later to continue the exploration felt like a true delight.
Bibliotherapy Basics was a first acquaintance with the field — meeting its components, the pieces of the puzzle, and gently re-acquainting myself with reading again. It invited me to look at reading through a different lens: community, story and wellbeing.
The course generated real excitement, nourished me through the sense of community, and prepared me beautifully for the deeper dive that is the advanced course.”
Building Bibliotherapy Skills (Online)
“In the advanced bibliotherapy course I was in for a real treat. The components of literature and reflective practice were explored in a deeper and more detailed way. I felt as though I was given the opportunity to re-learn how I do life, let alone gain confidence in my bibliotherapy practice.
The delivery was paced in a way that allowed time to process, reflect and integrate.
I highly recommend both courses. Dr Susan is a fantastic facilitator with rich material and experience — an embodiment of the work she teaches. Learning from her is something I feel very lucky to have experienced.”
Florence, Counsellor & Drawing Therapist
Her experience completing Basics online and Building Bibliotherapy Skills in person
Bibliotherapy Basics (Online)
Pros
• Flexibility: able to log in anytime and move at my own pace
• Slower, reflective rhythm
• Opportunity for deep reading before contributing
• Independent learning style suited to self-guided reflection
Cons
• ALIA/Moodle platform takes time to learn
• Busy discussion forums can feel overwhelming
• Occasional sense of isolation without immediate interaction
• Requires high self-discipline
Building Bibliotherapy Skills (In Person)
Pros
• Immediate interaction and connection with Susan and the group
• Structured pace provided accountability and focus
• Clearer communication through body language and tone
• Easy access to ask questions in the moment
• Strong sense of community and presence
Cons
• Less time for slow reflection compared with online
• Travel and logistics required
• Group setting may feel demanding for those who prefer to process quietly first (though it was always clear that sharing was optional)