Family Constellations is a powerful, systemic self-knowing tool offered at The Family Systems Hub. It is a powerful method that assists individuals to investigate what may be stuck and unresolved in their lives that is affecting their work, their sense of self or their relationships with loved ones. Family constellations offer practical solutions towards revealing the source of the negative patterns and dynamics being experienced that are inextricably linked to our family of origin, family culture and past generations within the family system.
Constellation work can be carried out in the context of a single-session consultation or a group session format with other participants involved. In an individual session, your therapist will work with objects or virtual tools to assist with working through a problem you feel stuck with.
Transgenerational trauma, a fundamental concept in Family Constellations Therapy, explores the notion that unresolved pain and suffering from previous generations can resonate across time, impacting the psychological, emotional, and even physical well-being of descendants. This idea is based on the understanding that traumatic experiences—such as war, persecution, loss, or other forms of emotional turmoil—can leave a lasting imprint on a family’s collective psyche.
Transgenerational trauma is frequently sustained by unspoken stories and concealed family secrets. Our Ancestors who faced significant hardships might have suppressed their pain or felt unable to openly share their experiences. As a result, their descendants may unknowingly bear the weight of these hidden stories, which can manifest as unexplained anxieties, fears, physical symptoms or behavioural patterns.
For example: A parent who experienced childhood neglect might unknowingly replicate similar patterns in their parenting. Family Constellation Therapy aims to raise awareness of these cycles, equipping individuals with the tools to break free from destructive behaviours and choose healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
In some instances, transgenerational trauma is linked to unseen loyalties to the suffering of ancestors. Family members may unconsciously align themselves with an ancestor who faced hardship, feeling a sense of loyalty to their struggles. This loyalty can impede personal growth and success, as individuals unknowingly carry the weight of ancestral pain.
Healing through Systemic Awareness
The key to addressing transgenerational trauma is systemic awareness. By acknowledging and understanding the historical roots of familial pain, individuals can begin the healing process. Our Family Constellation Therapy service in Melbourne provides a safe space to explore these dynamics, bringing them into the light and allowing for a conscious release of inherited burdens.
Benefits
Family Constellation therapy sessions are helpful for anyone:
- Experiencing depression
- Overcoming addictions
- Experiencing anxiety
- Wishing to heal from trauma
- Trying to overcome grief
- Managing phobias
This dynamic and embodied method helps individuals find their place in the present moment, release their burdens and reclaim their vitality and health.
- Cognitive insight into toxic behavioural patterns
- Powerful emotional releases
- Positive behavioural change
- Healthier communication & relationships
- Creating space for processing past events
- Improved understanding of how families impact personal decision-making
- A better understanding of the dynamics between different family members
This group session is for anyone who wishes to embrace the role of mother and/or the relationship they have with their own mother.
This family constellations group session explores the role of the child within the family system and the importance of healing our relationship with our parents to free the future of our children. This is for anyone who wants to improve their relationships with themselves, parents and children.
What are the origins of Family Constellations?
Based on the philosophy of Bert Hellinger and his theorisation of The Orders of Love. Family Constellation Therapy is a quick, profound, and effective tool that allows us to reveal the origin of suffering– an unresolved conflict that keeps us trapped in the family system of origin and reveals pathways that may lead to a solution. Positing that when the person can see the underlying cause of their suffering they can move towards an image of a solution.
Bert Hellinger, in his spiritual, systemic, and transgenerational approach, maintains that many of the repeated difficulties we experience in our life could be related not only to the person who suffers from them but also to their ancestors.
Our belief is that human beings are full beings and due to various situations, we identify with a traumatic imprint that occurs in our childhood, or even come from generations before our existence, causing a distance from us and our being. Further to this, we believe that wounds or trauma in our lives are a profound opportunity to grow, and by embracing them and reframing them, we are granted the possibility of living integrated with our pain.
This systemic and somatic approach is key to rediscovering this path and preventing our traumas from being passed on to other generations.
How much does family constellation therapy cost?
Family Constellation Individual Sessions – 60 min sessions with Devi Hernandez. If you cannot find an appointment time that is available, please directly contact Devi via email. Devi@thefamilysystemshub.com
Testimonials
The family constellation workshop was a revealing and healing experience. Devi was very nurturing and held us in a beautiful way. I learned how important is to recognise how connected we are with our past generations and the importance to put light in that to move forward. Thank you The Family System Hub! Definitely will be in the next one! (Candela, Melbourne)
I truly enjoyed being a participant and an observer of this workshop. The way Devi held space and guided each person through our journey was incredible. The discoveries we made individually and as a group was insightful and at times mind boggling. I truly love the experience and would look further into this style of facilitation. (KS, Melbourne)
I felt very held by you Devi and by the whole group. I ended up crashing and having a sleep that afternoon. I feel like things are still percolating and I’m still digesting, (and dreaming a lot). It was a beautiful experience. thank you! (TM, Melbourne)
I enjoyed the provocative nature of constellations. It was a unique experience on Saturday – it conveys how amazing things can happen when you listen to your body. A brilliant connection with self, and unthinkable connection with others. (Sue, Melbourne)
I was in awe at how powerful this modality was. Similar yet also different from the family therapy training sessions I’ve done before. The use of somatic principles showcases this modality in an uncannily accurate way. It was incredibly moving simply being witness to the magic unfolding. I can’t wait for more. (Nikki, Melbourne)
