Solution-Oriented Consulting

Dealing with challenging patients and managing complex situations. A time-tested continuing education module developed in collaboration with the Bern Institute for Family Medicine (BIHAM) at the University of Bern. SAPPM: 66 credits (21 theory, 22 skills, 22 supervision) SGAIM and SGP: pending

Solution-Focused Counseling in Medicine

Goals

  • Developing a solid foundation in communication skills and a supportive counseling approach for professional practice.
  • Training in precise perception and the efficient design of interaction and communication processes.
  • Dealing constructively with crises, conflicts, and resistance.
  • Dealing with Different System Levels and Processes (Families, Support Systems)

Work Methodology

  • Teaching Theoretical Knowledge
  • In-depth exploration through exercises and reflection
  • Working with Video Feedback
  • Individual and Group Work
  • Exploring Creative Methods
  • Reviewing Participants’ Case Studies

Management

  • Manuela Siegenthaler, M.D., specialist in general internal medicine, Psychosomatic and Psychosocial Medicine (SAPPM), family physician
  • Marcel Schär, Prof. Dr. phil. (Psychology), Director of the Center for Clinical Psychology
    and Psychotherapy, Institute for Mental Health, ZHAW
  • Ruth Stoffel Kauflin, Certified Psychologist (FH), PCC-certified Coach by the ICF, certified constellation facilitator at Infosyon

Additional Program Manager

  • Maurice Fritzsche, M.D., specialist in pediatrics and adolescent medicine, Master’s in International Health
  • Roman Hari, PD Dr. med. et MME, specialist in general internal medicine, family physician; adjunct lecturer at BIHAM; associate dean for teaching at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Bern

Course Location
Möschberg Seminar Hotel, Grosshöchstetten/BE, www.moeschberg.ch

Contents of the Basic Module

  • Fundamentals of Solution-Focused Counseling
  • The Art of Asking Questions
  • Handling Complex Situations
  • Solution-Focused Case Discussion

Participants
12–16 people

Dates
Sept. 9–11, 2027, Thu 9:30 a.m. – Sat 5:00 p.m.
Nov. 24–26, 2027, Wed 6:45 p.m. – Fri 5:00 PM
Jan. 19–21, 2028, Wed 6:45 PM – Fri 5:00 PM
Mar. 16–17, 2028, Thu 6:45 PM – Fri 5:00 PM

Costs
CHF 3,200 plus boarding costs of approximately CHF 200 per day and per night

Please register at
by June 8, 2027, at the latest, by contacting Manuela Siegenthaler at m.siegenthaler@hin.ch

Flyer: Solution-Oriented Counseling 2027–28