Structural and Relational Boundaries

Professional boundaries are potentially the most important practice helpers can implement to support our own wellness. They are also the hardest! This workshop will discuss the difference between structural and relational boundaries, the value of clear communication with colleagues and clients, finding our “no,” why letting others help is important, the fluidity of flexible boundaries, and how boundaries help us (and our clients) to grow.

3 Hours

• • • What are Boundaries and Why do we need them?
    • Risk of Blurred or Non-Existent Boundaries
    • Boundary Crossing in Professional Relationships
    • Structural/Functional Boundaries
      • Use of technology
      • Breaks
      • Work-day structure
    • Relational/Interpersonal Boundaries
      (majority of focus on our professional lives)
    • Flexible vs Non-negotiable
    • Communication
      • Expectations
      • Roles and Responsibilities
      • Fluidity and Growth
      • Consistency
      • Finding our “No”
      • Finding our “Yes”
    • Navigating shared and differing values
    • Empowering vs Codependence