All Four Mastery Series Programs
(Active Communication, Active Money Personalities, Active Romance
and Active Living to Keep Love Strong) are used in military
settings. TWO additional programs are designed SPECIFICALLY
FOR
MILITARY LIFE:
Military Life Skills is best described
as providing important tactical skills for developing emotional
literacy. This text is designed especially for post-combat,
although it can be used anytime during the military career.
Used in 2004 and 2005 for single
OEF and OIF troops, Military Life Skills provides important
communication tools and a heavy dose of research-based techniques
for managing anger, for managing difficult conversations with
curious civilians, for seizing the opportunity to live life
effectively in money matters and in dating wisely. While allowing
for decompression from deployment, Military Life Skills
gives practical situations for troops to relate to and provides
practice in skills, BEFORE they do something that will not
result in their long term success.
Military Life Skills conducts
serious business about the "what to" and "what
not to do" in life, while making it fun and interesting
for participants. Humorous videos from current day media are
provided to illustrate key points, and activities involve lively
discussions and demonstrations for resolving conflict effectively.
Active Military Reunions focuses
on the stresses of returning to family and loved ones after
being stationed elsewhere. This program can be used by single
or married troops, and is effective with a partner present
or individually if a partner is far away. The techniques taught
in this seminar are focused on smoothing the transition from
a very specialized communication style used while away to an
effective way of communicating in relationships. Active Military
Reunions places special emphasis on how and when to share traumatic
events, and on how someone can accept that their partner is
reluctant to share such events.
Some bases use the opportunity
to bring Simpson in to present to troops while allowing Family
Advocacy personnel, Chaplains and others attend and earn certification
to lead Active Military Life Skills or Reunions programs themselves.
A two-for-one; Troop event and leadership training!
The four Mastery Series programs
can be taught individually or in any sequence as The Mastery
Series©. Successfully completing all programs entitles
you to receive certification as a Mastery Series Leader©.
You will receive an advanced certificate with this designation
as well as being designated as qualified to lead the Mastery
Series© on ARC's website.
See current calendar for upcoming
trainings at bases that can be attended, with permission of
the base Chaplains in charge of the trainings. Join the seminar
with the troops and gain your certification at the same time!
If live trainings are not feasible:
the next best choice is to purchase the training via correspondence
materials. Professional Training Kits for each curricula contain:
Total cost for Professional Training
Leader Kit per
Active Relationships Program - $549!
It has been our pleasure to serve
the U.S. Armed Forces since 2000. For references, please contact
ARC.
It is ARC's promise to support you in any way we
can. We value you as servicemen and servicewomen, knowing that
you work each day to keep our nation and our world safe.
ARC's history with the ARMED FORCES
has been primarily in partnership with the family advocacy,
family support and the offices of chaplains. Our mission with
the Armed Services is to provide programs for specific needs.
These programs have included:
Please contact Kelly Simpson,
(founder/trainer) to design a program for your specific Armed
Forces needs. (toll free 877.724.7789). We welcome the opportunity
to create unique programs.
2007 Military
Programs
Aviano Air Base,
Italy, October 2007: Active Military Life Skills
“Excellent program with
practical tools to use w/ military families.” anonymous
“I didn’t
know what/how ‘ACTIVE’ in ‘Active Relationships’ meant,
but now I get it. ACTIVE is very ACTIVE and practical.”
male
“This program takes sophisticated
research and creates practical exercises practitioners can
use in a variety of settings with a variety of clients.” female
“Active Relationships
is an excellent, down to earth way in order for all of us
to improve our lives together.” female
“Great Program! Very practical
and doable for all people whether single/couples/family.” female
“This program is a positive
graceful approach to personal change & growth.” female
RAF Alconbury,
United Kingdom, March 2007: Active Money Personalities
“A real eye-opener on the impact of money on relationships.” female
“This training/education series is outstanding. Not
only is it enlightening for all attendees but trainees have
the opportunity for personal growth.”
female
“I like your programs. I’m looking forward to
facilitating.” female
“Wonderful approach for couples to start to understand
the money personalities of their home.” anonymous
USAF Spangdahlem
Air Base, Germany, March 2007: Active Money Personalities
“Very informative & introspective.” female
“Minds will be illuminated by practical information.” male
“This seminar would change couples perspective when
dealing with financial issues. Will enable them to communicate
effectively and understand more about your partner.” anonymous
“This is an excellent seminar for newly engaged couples.
They should consider this class along with pre-marital counseling
before they march down the aisle.”
anonymous
“What a great opportunity to learn from the expert!!” female
“Excellent program! The hands on exercises & couple
work provided insight & practice—Great for our
clients.” female
Other Military
Programs
Fort Sam Houston
and Brooke Army Medical Center Retreat New Braunfels
TX, October 2006: Active Military Reunions
“Even if you think you
don’t have issues when you dig deep enough you’re
bound to find bones!” male
“Very knowledgeable, compassionate,
funny- I think your course is wonderful.” anonymous
Ft. Leavenworth,
Kansas, March 2006: Active Christian Communication
“You are an excellent presenter & facilitator!
Keep up the great work, continue sharing your energy and
love.” male
“’When you know better, you do better’ This
seminar has given us knowledge that makes this quote real-
since we are equipped with tools we need to use them.” couple
“Recommend without reservation to both newly and seasoned
marriages.” male
USAF Spangdahlem
Air Base, Germany, February 2006: Active Military Life
Skills
USAFE Command-Wide professional
training. Valentine's Weekend 2006 Active Military Life
Skills Couples' Retreat.
“Kelly Simpson is
a very knowledgeable/personable speaker. Her ability to make
everyone feel comfortable, normal, & validated was amazing.
I truly believe that the tools/skills we learned as a couple
will be the catalyst for a future of happiness, honesty,
and understanding.”
female
“No matter how long you’ve
been married it’s never too late to learn more about
your mate.” female
“This is not just for
people with problems, anyone can get something good from
this. Please don’t feel that coming is something to
be ashamed of. Come with an open mind and you’ll leave
with a head full of new knowledge.” male
USAF Spangdahlem
Air Base, Germany, February 2006: Accelerated Training
(Mastery Series + Military Life Skills)
USAFE
Command-Wide professional training
“This training was fabulous! We received hands
on tools & research backed information in a comprehensive
format—Perfect for programming & workshops in segments
OR in full format as with our upcoming retreat. Many thanks!”
female
“I was very skeptical because I thought it would be
too ‘lovey dovey.’ Instead, I found myself incredibly
fascinated and focused. Intelligent, clear, and real world
application.” female
“Great programs packed with best practices contents
along with relevant, practical, personal exercises designed
to challenge people to grow in very positive ways- Great
reintegration stuff!” male
RAF Alconbury,
United Kingdom, February 2006: Active Military Life Skills
Active
Military Life Skills - Couples' Retreat
“This is the best marriage investment we’ve
made.” female
“This program would significantly improve military
family life and make deployments and stress easier to handle
and endure through.” male
“This was an investment in my marriage that may have
saved it. A marriage is like an emotional bank account (both
emotional deposits and emotional withdrawals are needed)
I was only cashing the emotional checks.” male
RAF Alconbury,
United Kingdom, February 2006: Accelerated Training (Mastery
Series + Military Life Skills)
USAFE
Command-Wide professional training
“After 10 years of working in the helping profession
this is one of the best workshops I’ve ever attended.
Kelly is knowledgeable and an excellent facilitator!” female
“Program should be mandatory for all active duty members
returning from deployment. Family members should be encouraged
to attend the program. Fantastic program!” male
“The perfect balance of lecture and exercise- The
most accessible relationship seminar I’ve ever seen.” male
Ft. Leavenworth,
Kansas, March 2006: Active Christian Communication
Couples
retreat and professional training
“’When you know better, you do better’ This
seminar has given us knowledge that makes this quote real-
since we are equipped with tools we need to use them.” couple
“Recommend without reservation to both newly and seasoned
marriages.” male
“I have participated twice and was able to reach deeper
and progress further than I thought was possible. Thank you
for your time, Kelly!” female
March 2006 -
National Guard and Reservists Couples' Retreats, hosted
by Ribbons to Reality Org
Fort Sam Houston
and Brooke Army Medical Center Retreat New Braunfels
TX, July 2005: Active Military Reunions
“I think everyone should
have it once or twice a year.” male
“My marriage was destroyed
before we came. Now I feel like we have a chance.” male
Fort Sam Houston
and Brooke Army Medical Center Retreat New Braunfels
TX, May 2005: Active Military Reunions
“This should be a required course for redeploying
soldiers. It was a very good seminar and I think helpful
for those soldiers to help them cope with many diverse issues
since their deployment.” male
“This program should be mandatory for all soldiers
and especially deployed soldiers.” female
Fort Sam Houston
and Brooke Army Medical Center Retreat, Fort Sam Houston
TX, March 2005- Active Military Reunions
“This seminar can give
you tools to meet your goals as well as strengthen you relationship.” female
“I felt like couples who
have been separated for long periods would benefit from this
retreat because it will help them refocus on the positives
of being married.” female
Ft. Leavenworth,
Kansas, October 2004: Active Military Reunions- Keeping
Marriage During War (KMWT)
“This seminar will be
helpful to couples of all ages and even young adults who
are not yet married. These are life skills and are helpful
in all relationships.” male
“I know this made not
only our marriage but our family stronger!! This was the
best and most honest you’ll find! Real life issues!
Real solutions & insight into common problems.” anonymous
“Very useful! Given the
current instability in the world and high probability of
deployment, this seminar is invaluable in keeping those solemn
marriage vows strong through the soldiers’ return.”
male
Seoul, South
Korea, May 2004: Active Military Reunions
“I thought my marriage
was in the wrong direction, until I went to the seminar and
found out that we’re normal.”
male
“Extremely informative
and made me aware of my own behaviors that were not beneficial
to my relationship and what I could do to change.” male
Camp Humphreys,
Korea, May 2004: Active Communication
“This seminar opens both mind and heart to your partner
to help create and maintain a healthy and happy relationship.” female
“That no matter how you feel about your loved one
when you come, you will love them even more when you leave.”male
Camp Humphreys,
Korea, May 2004: Active Military Life Skills
“The seminar related to me as an individual and covered
problems & solutions that I deal with on a daily basis
(relationships, divorce, relationships).”
male
“I honestly believe the knowledge I’ve gained
will help me better understand myself and the relationship
I have with my spouse. Thank you.” anonymous
Camp Humphreys,
Korea, May 2004: Active Military Reunions
“Whether dating, newlywed, or 10 years into a marriage-
you will walk away from this smarter than you come and have
the ammunition you need to be a better partner.” male
“This seminar helped me to ‘see’ practical
ways to communicate w/ my wife & children based on a
greater understanding of them
& the way interaction happens.” male
“Regardless of how much you think you know, you will
learn more. If you want to better understand how things work
in a marriage take this class.”
male
Travis AFB,
California, March 2004: Active Money Personalities
“I feel inspired to take responsibility for my money
mat
& do a budget for starters- my first in 40+ years. Pretty
good for an avoider!” male
“Great for working with any family group.” anonymous
Fort Sam Houston,
Texas, May 2003: Active Living to Make Love Last
“I left this seminar excited about sharing new experiences
with my husband and also learning more of what his goals
for our relationship were.” female
“This is not an area that gets a lot of attention
in our discussions & daily lives; However, I believe
implementing some of what we learned today can have a large
impact on the quality of our lives together.” anonymous
Fort Sam Houston,
Texas, May 2003: Active Romance and Intimacy
“Don’t get married or divorced before you attend
this seminar.” male
“For those young in marriage and in the military.
This is the foundation for them to build on. The tools taught
can be taken with them for a lifetime. Getting back to the ‘basics’.
What basics? I was never told there were basics for romance.
This course has the answers to your never thought to ask
questions! This is a must have for any couple to go to the
next level.” male
“We are trained for everything else!! This is one
training event you should not miss!” male
Fort Sam Houston,
Texas, March 2003: Active Money Personalities
“A great seminar for couples to come together and
discuss complex issues without the emotional barriers that
hinder communications.” male
“Knowledge is power… Couples attending this
class leave being very powerful.”
anonymous
Toll free 877.724.7789
Kelly Simpson, MA Psych. LMFT,
CSC
Founder/Creator Active Relationships Center
and
Active Relationships programs
