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News from the Initiative der Heilenden Künste
Hello dear people ☀️
The tragic incidents during last weekend’s Pride (CSD) have reminded us once again how vulnerable diversity, openness, and respectful coexistence can be.
Our thoughts are with everyone who was injured, with the loved ones of the woman who lost her life, and with all those who had to witness this tragedy.
On August 5th, the Spore Initiative Garden (in 12501 Berlin) is hosting a free event for queer people from 4–6 pm, featuring singing and sharing circles. We feel this is especially worth mentioning in light of recent events.
In addition, throughout August our Initiative is hosting an affordable language course for queer people.
Especially now, it feels more important than ever to have places where mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and genuine connection are nurtured and lived. This is exactly how we see our Initiative. Our association continues to grow stronger, our organizational structures are taking shape, fresh ideas are emerging, and heartfelt projects are blooming everywhere.
Maybe next time you’ll be right in the middle of it?
Come by, get inspired by our community and our offerings, contribute your ideas, and help shape what grows here. Together, let’s bring signs of healing into the world. 💛
Save the Date! Open Initiative Day
Sunday, October 4th, 2026 | 12:00–8:00 pm
A day of open doors where we showcase what is growing within our Initiative. Workshops, massages, music & sound, group sessions, and hands-on activities—we’re looking forward to welcoming you!
More information will follow in our September newsletter.
You can find our weekly classes and events in our calendar.
Current Highlights
Open Supervision Group for Psychological Practitioners
A monthly supervision group for licensed Heilpraktiker*innen for Psychotherapy and practitioners in training. Reflect on cases together, learn from one another, and strengthen your professional practice under the guidance of the highly experienced facilitator Joris Kern.
Dates
17 Aug | 21 Sept | 19 Oct | 16 Nov
(Monday mornings)
Additional Wednesday evening group starting in September.
Contribution:
€25–35 per person
📩 Registration & questions:
kontakt@konsenskultur.net
Wild Center – Clarity & Self-Confidence for Women
An embodied workshop for women who wish to strengthen their inner center and cultivate a more authentic presence. Through body awareness practices, mindful encounters, movement, and playful exploration.
14–16 August 2026
Friday:
5:00–8:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday:
10:00 am–5:00 pm
👥 Open to women of all ages, with or without dance experience.
📩 More information & registration
🔗 https://dorotheaeitel.art/wildemitte
Massage Basic Course
17–18 October | 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Learn the foundations of massage—from mindful touch and inner attitude to practical techniques and a complete massage sequence you can immediately apply.
Contribution:
€150–250 (sliding scale)
Solidarity places and discounts for Initiative members available upon request.
Recommended introductory evenings:
Back & Legs
7 Sept | 2 Oct | 13 Oct
6:00–9:00 pm
Contribution:
€30–50
Discounts for members.
📩 Registration:
orga@heilkunst-initiative.de
💞 PolyBowl – Conversations about Open & Polyamorous Relationships
Following a successful launch, PolyBowl continues!
This facilitated Fishbowl format offers space for dialogue, questions, and authentic encounters around open and polyamorous relationships—for experienced people and curious newcomers alike.
📅 Future dates will be announced via Telegram.
📩 Registration:
love-in-progress@posteo.de
Telegram:
t.me/+6KZMpOz0Pg41OWE6
💖 Love in Progress – New Six-Month Group
A new group for people in open and polyamorous relationships begins in September.
Trial evenings:
28 Aug & 4 Sept
Contribution:
€15–25 (sliding scale)
Group starts:
11 Sept
(every second Friday)
✨ Initiative members receive a 10% discount.
📩 Registration: love-in-progress@posteo.de
Massage Skill Exchange
An advanced exchange for bodyworkers:
Practice together, learn from each other, and discover new techniques. All bodywork modalities are welcome.
August Focus: Introduction to Feldenkrais
Sunday, 30 August
(Time upon request)
Suggested donation:
€5–15 (room contribution)
📩 Registration:
Yannick & Fabian
via orga@heilkunst-initiative.de
Association Meeting & Project Day
Once a month we meet to exchange ideas, plan projects, work together, and share a meal.
📅 16 August & 6 September
🕚 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Interested people are warmly welcome.
Please register beforehand.
📩 kontakt@heilkunst-initiative.de
We look forward to an inspiring August filled with meaningful encounters!
Looking Ahead
🌿 Herbal Medicine Course Series
This autumn, a new course series begins covering everyday herbal medicine topics:
- Stress & the nervous system
- Gut health
- Women’s health
- Medicinal herbs for everyday life
- Wild herbs
- Immune system support
Which topics interest you most?
📩 orga@heilkunst-initiative.de
Questions about the course:
info@patricia-von-estorff.de
🌿 CRANIO Foundation Training – Craniosacral Relaxation
Learn the fundamentals of Craniosacral work in a small group setting.
Develop refined perception of the body’s subtle rhythms while learning practical techniques that help regulate the autonomic nervous system and support deep relaxation. The training is immediately applicable in body-oriented therapeutic work.
✨ Small groups
✨ Practice-oriented
✨ Personal atmosphere
✨ Flexible modular structure
Dates
CRANIO 1
5–6 September 2026
Registration deadline: 18 August
CRANIO 2
13–14 December 2026
CRANIO 3
6–7 February 2027
Additional modules will follow.
Contribution:
€190 per module
€180 for participants connected to the Initiative or Friends Circle mailing list.
Registration:
Kathrin
Telegram / Phone:
+49 176 24004098
More information:
https://www.lenaupraxis.de/workshops/
Also worth mentioning
💛 Seminar & Practice Rooms for Rent
The Initiative der Heilenden Künste at Bethanien rents out beautiful rooms to therapists, facilitators, educators, and community groups for €15–25/hour (negotiable).
Our three bright seminar rooms (42 m² each) accommodate groups of 10–25 people and are ideal for:
- Workshops & trainings
- Bodywork & mindfulness
- Therapy & counselling
- Coaching & supervision
- Educational programs
- Creative & social projects
We especially welcome therapists, coaches, practitioners, teachers, people starting their self-employed journey, social initiatives, and self-organized groups.
Our kitchen can also be booked, including optional vegan catering.
We’d love to hear from you and are always interested in collaborations that complement our work.
We’re happy to show you the space in person.
Become a Member
We want to continue developing the Initiative as a vibrant community creating spaces for health, education, and connection.
Members benefit from discounted events, can contribute their own projects, and actively participate in shaping the future of the Initiative.
📩 Questions or interested?
kontakt@heilkunst-initiative.de
With warmth,
Your Initiative der Heilenden Künste 🌿
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www.heilkunst-initiative.de
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@ini.heilkunst
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Initiative der Heilenden Künste 🐉
Bethanien (South Wing), 3rd Floor
Mariannenplatz 2a
10997 Berlin