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[In Person] Training in Nonviolent Communication
How can I learn to communicate better?
How can I learn to communicate better?
Why don’t others understand me?
How can I be a better listener?
Foundation Training in Nonviolent Communication
Friday 12th and Saturday 13th September 2025
10am- 5pm
Lancaster, UK.
How to Communicate Better: A Practical Course for Clearer, More Effective Conversations
Effective communication is an essential skill that can improve every area of your life—whether it’s at work, at home, or in your relationships. Many people struggle with communication, which can lead to misunderstandings, frustration, and missed opportunities. But the good news is, communication skills are something you can learn and improve over time.
If you’ve ever wondered, “How can I communicate better?” you’re not alone. It’s a question that many of us face at various points in our lives. The key to better communication lies in understanding and applying practical techniques that focus on clarity, active listening, empathy, and mutual respect.
During this course, we’ll explore key communication strategies and actionable steps to enhance your skills. Let’s dive in!
This Foundation Training in Nonviolent Communication is an ideal way to get started with this life changing practice of Nonviolent Communication. Two days to learn the basics and grow skills to improve your communication at home, at work and find compassion for yourself.
Foundation Training Program
Day One:
- What kind of communication would we enjoy?
- The simple 4 Step Nonviolent Communication model
- Expressing oneself with honesty without causing upset
- Mistakes common to us all that make communication such a challenge
Day Two:
- Empathy- what it is and how and when it supports connection
- Listening to others without hearing blame, judgement and criticism
- Bringing the model together, expressing oneself and being ready to listen; the Dance of Communication 💃🏻
Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is a revolutionary way of communicating that fosters understanding, connection, and collaboration. Developed by Dr Marshall Rosenberg, NVC helps you express your needs without blame, judgment, or hostility.
Key principles of NVC include:
• Observation without judgment: Describe what you observe in neutral terms, without evaluation.
• Identify and express feelings: Share how you feel in response to the situation.
• Focus on needs: Recognize and express your underlying needs that are driving your feelings.
• Make requests, not demands: Invite collaboration by framing your requests in a respectful, non-demanding way.
Where?
St Thomas’ Church Centre,
Marton Street
Lancaster, LA1 1XX
St.Tees.org.uk
Close to Lancaster train station and an hour from Manchester Airport.
Free parking available
**🐥 Early bird code- apply at check out:
EarlyBird for 10% off before June 30th 🐥**
Cost:
Individual Rates
£180 includes handouts.
Organisation rates
£250: Sole Trader/ Small Charity rate (fewer than 10 employees
£400: Public sector / Large Charity rate (NHS, local Council, large charity, Edu)
£450: Private sector rate.
Shona started with the Question: how do I communicate better?
Shona Cameron is a UK based Certified Trainer with The Center for Nonviolent Communication. She has trained internationally for many years as she enjoys travel and exploring what brings us together. Countries she has trained in include, South Korea, Poland, Slovenia, Finland, Ireland, The Netherlands and France.
Shona came to Nonviolent Communication while working as an Educational Psychologist. She first trained with Marshall Rosenberg in 2004.
Ready to learn more about how to communicate better? Contact me now to explore how I can help you improve your communication skills and start making stronger connections today!- Shona
Shona gives me confidence that the essence of Marshall and his teachings lives on. I have great respect for her and her teaching style.
AS
Workshop Participant
NVC Practice Days
Nonviolent Communication : Practice Days
Time to reflect and build skills in Nonviolent Communication
10 am- 4.30pm
1st November 2025
2026 Dates Coming Soon
Want to achieve your goal of learning Nonviolent Communication?
After 20 years I can say: It requires practice and support.
Join others in an online community of Nonviolent Communication practitioners for a day of practice. These days have been designed to keep your attention on your learning.
- from reactivity to space to listen
- from denying your own needs to finding your power
- From self criticism to self compassion
…and do it in your own way at your own pace.
Structure:
(All times UK +1 hour for CET)
10 am First Round of Check-in with Shona-What do you want to practise? Do you need Shona’s support?
From here: Form groups or work on your own
or Deeper coaching from Shona to help you get clear on what you want to practise- if required
Otherwise- go and get on with practising: on your own or form groups,
12-1 Your time- take a break/ have a walk etc
1 pm Midway Check in with Shona, more coaching as needed
2 pm- 4pm Practise- on your own or with others work on exercises, share ideas, journal or watch videos- you choose.
4 pm- Harvesting (Check out) Share what you’ve been up to and next steps.
430 pm Close
These days are part of the membership of Words are Windows. Access input regularly, to build your practice. With coaching support from Shona. This amounts to a day of group coaching for £30. (Membership currently £15 per month)
More details here
FAQ
1. Can I come and go?
Sure!
2. I want support with a particular piece of Nonviolent Communication when do I come?
Be sure to come at the begining. so we can plan and to get coaching support from Shona and others.
3. I don’t know what I want to do??
Come at 10 am for support to work out this first part.
4. I want people to practise with can I bring a friend
Come at 10 am to meet others who may be working on something – you can do it together- if your friend is not a member of Words are Windows remind them that the first month is free!
5. I just want to do my own thing, can I come?
Yes! Absolutely, the zoom room will be there for you if you need anything but you can drop in and say hi and get on with your practice for the day.
6. I want to share something I learnt with another trainer or in another class, can I do that?
Yes- just let Shona know 48 hours before and the tech things can be sorted for you to do that if needed and we will find people in the first hour.
7. How do I join?
Follow the link to the Mighty Network where these days are hosted.
Words are Windows is a subscription based learning platform
Practice Days PLUS Empathy Breakfast, Journaling Space, Regular Meet the Trainer Events and more happen.
When to Express or When to Listen?
When to Express and When to Listen?
Free online Workshop
My friend and colleague died on the 30th of August. To honour him and his love for NVC. This online offer is an activity I learnt from him.
We will explore shifting the decision-making in communication away from the brain: to discern, and listen closely to what the intelligence in our bodies is telling us- Listen or Express?
Some experience in NVC is required.
Questions? ask me shona@shonacameron.com
Saturday 17th September
3pm UK time/ 4pm CET
90 mins
Zoom Link sent on registration
Remembering Robert Kržišnik
In Robert's words- “For me it’s all about connection: from self-connection, through healing wounded parts of ourselves and embracing our whole being, to connect with others on a deeply sincere and vulnerable level. It’s about entering this experience of human existence fully, to manifest connection with the Whole, with the flow of Life.”
To learn more about Robert and his work and to buy a course he had just released visit Robert’s website.
Looking forward to seeing you,
and learning with you on Saturday.
Shona
Foundation Training in NVC for Coaches, Psychologists and Therapists
Empathic Presence
A Foundation Training in Nonviolent Communication for Coaches, Psychologists and Therapists
A 5 session programme: an introduction to Nonviolent Communication specifically designed for those of us who choose to listen for a living.
You might have heard of NVC and are intrigued how it could be used with other methods you’ve been taught.
You may want a refresher in NVC or you may be new to it.
Everyone can get better at listening- even those of us who have been exploring and learning how to do it for years.
About the Foundation in NVC Training
Explore the practice of NVC and see how it can bring depth, aliveness and movement in the most stuck places. NVC is a holistic approach with compassion at its heart. Rooted in humanistic psychology you will learn how some subtle changes to your approach can benefit you and your client.
Online Foundation Training in NVC for:
- Coaches
- Psychologists
- Therapists
- Counselors
About your trainer: Shona is a psychologist with first hand experience of using NVC in her practice. She has been trained in many other methodologies, looked at the overlaps and differences. She sees the benefits of having a foundation in NVC in all her conversations, whether they be therapeutic ones or in coaching conversations. Looking after herself is now her main practice of NVC- making sure she doesn’t leave herself out.
'Thanks Shona - I learned so much from you and from the other participants. The diversity of backgrounds made it very special and I felt nourished and restored by the experience. I continue to use NVC in my personal and professional life and look forward to doing more training with you.’
Nuala O'Connor.
Leadership and wellbeing coach
TRAINING FORMAT
2 hours each week online via Zoom
1400 UK / 1500 CET / 0900 EST
every Monday – your time here
An experiential training with break out spaces for small group work, a chance to learn by doing- we work on your own examples.
(No recordings are made, you are asked to come live.)
DATES FOR TRAINING SESSIONS
Draft Plan- which will be adapted to meet group needs
14th November
Session 1
- An overview of the NVC model
- What gets in the way of presence and connection with clients and why it matters
21st November
Session 2
- What Empathy is and isn’t and how it cements relationships and builds trust
- What happens in this space that the client does their own work?
28th November
Session 3
- Practice session
- Q and A- bring your queries, what’s not working and what is!
12th December
Session 4
- Looking after ourselves in the relationship, what are our needs? and the value of knowing
- How to set boundaries and say no
19th December
Session 5
- Bringing it all together
- Honest expression for balance and your health!
Booking Details
Cost
£250
Concessions £180: you choose what you can pay.
This includes handouts and worksheets- not only to use for the training but to use going forward.
Plus: 3 months free membership of Words are Windows: an online community of people learning and integrating NVC into their lives. Most people find they want to meet others practicing NVC so we meet often. In our community you will find: Empathy Breakfast, Journaling Space. Q and A with Shona and Meet the Trainer: inspiring interviews with NVC Trainers from around the world. Plus articles and videos on NVC, all included in an ongoing membership of £12/ €15 a month.
'I’ve been inspired the depth of experience Shona can share in a short space of time. The authenticity and living of NVC consciousness is alive in her teaching. I enjoyed her aliveness, fun and openness is sharing her journey with us all. ’
AC
'Shona’s presence and facilitation throughout the weekend made a huge impact on me. Her depth of understanding, compassion, skill, care moved me and inspired me. I am taking home tools that I know will improve my connection and communication with myself and others and contribute greatly to the quality of my relationships. ’
Rachel Santos
'I truly appreciated Shona’s calm approach. Her inner peace and confidence in NVC radiated throughout every aspect of the retreat. ’
Jen C
NVC Dance Floors
NVC Dance Floor Intensive (Poland)
A Deepening Training in Nonviolent Communication Starts Jaunary 2025
The NVC Dance Floors offer a way to understand, integrate and share the teachings of Dr Marshall Rosenberg. They are spatial maps made up of large cards that place NVC processes on the floor in various layouts called ‘dances’.
This Train the Trainer Programme is designed to offer you a complete overview of all dances so you can use them in your trainings. Whether you are new to the Dance Floors or not, this unique programme covers all the details AND the big picture – the intention to connect.For trainers and coaches interested in developing their NVC competences.
“It was a very long journey, when I started. I didn’t expect how interesting and fruitful it would be. Today I can’t imagine not taking it. I don’t know where I would be then.” -Arthur 2024 Participant
Training for Trainers
- Develop skills of an embodied multi-sensory approach:
- Engage all styles of learners
- Enliven your trainings with experiential and real-life examples
- Bring NVC to life with clarity, sensitivity and depth
- Integrate your embodied experience of Nonviolent Communication
From last years programme:
“The Dance Floors program is a complete, full program that enriches the trainer’s workshop toolkit and experience. It allows you to explore the depth of contact with yourself, which can then be transferred to the training room in the form of self-confidence and authenticity in contact with clients.”
– Kate 2024 Participant
This learning and integration methodology, published in 2003, is now used worldwide in 14 languages.
NVC Dance Floors info and short video at www.NvcDanceFloors.com.
This programme is suitable for: those familiar with NVC who are sharing and facilitating workshops/ practise groups.
Meet the trainers who Developed the Nonviolent Communication Dance Floors : Gina Lawrie and Bridget Belgrave
Starts again March 2025
"Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass. It is about learning how to dance in the rain " -V Green
There are 9 Dance Floors
created by Gina Lawrie and Bridget Belgrave.
More info: NVCDanceFloors.com
Training on each Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 17:00 p.m.
March| MODULE I: 13 Step Dance; The Jackal Cafe & The Self-Empathy Dance; Integration and Connection Dance
- 13 Step: The Dance of Communication- how we both express ourselves and hear others
- Self Empathy Dance Floor-To find our own inner wisdom and clarity for a way forward
April 25- 27, 2025 | MODULE II: Fluency Dance; Anger/Shame/Guilt/Depression Dance
- Fluency Dance : Exploring dialogue where everyone’s needs matter with FLOW!
- The transformative Anger, Shame, Guilt and Depression Dance Floor for supporting inner healing.
June 06-08, 2025 | MODULE III: Chooser/Educator Dance; YES/NO Dance
- Chooser Educator- Working with compassionate inner mediation
- YesNo: making decisions in a LIFE Serving Way
September 19-21, 2025 | MODULE IV: Transforming the Pain of Unmet Needs into the Beauty of Needs Dance; Connect with Respect Dance (for working with teenagers)
- Bringing NVC to a younger audience working with teens using the Connect with Respect Dance Floor. (Also for those with language as an additional needs)
- Dance Floor methodology plus Robert Gonzales’ work : Transforming the Pain of unmet needs into the Beauty of Needs
PLUS: How to advertise your trainings, how to coach and facilitate trainings and what Dance Floor to chose when.
Booking Details
If you have a questions about what we will cover, please contact Shona. For more information and to reserve a place, please email Ania19
Shona Cameron: Known for her clarity, humour and depth of knowledge of Nonviolent Communication,
Shona has been a Certified Trainer since 2006 and first met Marshall in 2004. Since 2016 Shona has worked with the English Speaking European Assessor Team and she mentors and supervises the next generation of Certified Trainers. Her style is super flexible- the needs of the participants in the room will shape the training. Shona has written about the Dance Floors here.
Shall we Dance? Explore all 9 NVC Dance Floors with us
Bring Your Nonviolent Communication Trainings to Life
Each weekend will have a theme and build on skills covered in the Dance Floors. Covering all the processes essential in life.
- Learn to dialogue where everyone’s needs matter
- Move towards fluency and mastery and FLOW
- Become your own healer from Anger, Guilt, Shame and Depression
- Find inner balance and self-compassion
- Learn from mistakes with compassion
- Make life affirming decisions from Needs/values
- Live with Radical Self Acceptance
- Make Nonviolent Communication work, even with teenagers!
"Funny, authentic, NVC embodied in her bones. Extremely inclusive, attentive to all participants. (Shona) left in me the willingness to deepen more NVC. Amazing teacher! "
RA
Portugal
To grow in fluency and depth in your practice of NVC and learn to coach others to grow too.
What Dance Floors will we use?
Weekend 1:
- Stage 1: 13 Step Dance Floor
- Stage 2: Integration and Connection
- Self Empathy Dance Floor
Weekend 2:
- Stage 3: Fluency and Integration
- Deepening Self Empathy
- Anger, Guilt, Shame and Depression DF
Weekend 3:
- Educator/Chooser Dance Floor
- Yes/No Dance Floor
Weekend 4:
- Transforming the Pain of Unmet Needs to the Beauty of Needs
- PLUS: Adapting and using the Dance Floor with Teenagers and Children: The Connect with Respect Dance Floor
Costs
This is a big investment- we know this. We believe it is transformative and offers you the chance to grow your skills and benefit from what you learnt for many years.
Working alongside Shona these last few years has given me the opportunity to observe her support people on different Dance Floors. Each time she coaches with so much care, sensitivity and depth. Each one really seemed like it was the only one- so full of care for the individual. I saw profound impacts on many different participants. Hearing from them afterwards that it had changed their lives, they hadn't expected such a deep shift in such a short amount of time.
Donal Gannon
CNVC Certified Trainer, Ireland/ Portugal
