PACT Masterclass

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PACT Masterclass

A three-day, in-person masterclass with PACT developer Stan Tatkin for high-level PACT therapists

Who is the PACT Masterclass for?

High-level PACT clinicians (Level 2 alumni and above) who are committed to improving their skills and strengthening their work with couples.

What will you do in the PACT Masterclass?

You’ll join Stan and a small group of PACT colleagues to watch videos of Stan at work with his real clients.
You’ll do frame analysis, hear Stan explain what he was thinking at key points and why he did what he did, and workshop what he could have done differently.

Stan will choose videos based on how interesting or dramatic the cases are and on the richness of learning opportunities with the couples. You’ll watch videos not only of initial sessions but of sessions with difficult couples who have been coming to therapy for a year or more. Later sessions tend to be richer learning experiences.

You’ll also role-play the cases you watch and workshop how situations might have played out differently. While you will have opportunities to role play, there is no expectation or requirement to participate.

In addition, when you register for the PACT Masterclass, we’ll be asking if you’d like Stan to address a specific skill, technique, strategy, or situation in the class. Stan will customize the class based on everyone’s goals and the teaching videos available. What you’d like to learn is important. This will be a Masterclass customized for you!

Why should you attend the PACT Masterclass with Stan?

If you have always wanted to see Stan work with real clients, this truly unique opportunity gets you the in-person all-access pass to learn directly from Stan and enrich your own work with couples.

Enjoy mentorship from Stan and camaraderie with a small group of dedicated PACT therapists.

See what past Masterclass attendees have to say.

"Stan's passion, knowledge, and commitment to his approach is exemplary."

"I appreciate Stan's wisdom and his humanness. It's clear how much ongoing work goes into this model. I also appreciate being part of a community of people who I find to be really lovely."

"I got so much out of seeing Stan practice, especially the intake video. It was nice to see almost an entire session, especially the improvisation-within-the-overall-form nature of PACT in action with real couples. It was a very different experience than the trainings."

"I was grateful for the selection of videos to see how the same core principles and assessment techniques are applied to move the couple along with a variety of issues and levels of functioning. I would definitely come back next year and every time this is offered."

"I so enjoyed connecting with other PACT therapists! I know I will keep in touch with some of the therapists I met, thank you!"

"I loved that the presentation method matched the spirit of PACT, improvisational. It helps to see how to be responsive to needs and questions but still in line with higher principles. Stan is one of my favorite teachers because he focuses on making the message clearer with each iteration."

"I loved the learning and love Stan's knowledge and openness to being challenged."

When is the PACT Masterclass?

Friday, August 22, 4pm – 7pm Pacific
Saturday, August 23, 9am – 5pm Pacific, plus an optional dinner - just for fun!
Sunday, August 24, 8am – 4pm Pacific

The dinner on Saturday will be an opportunity to meet new colleagues or chat with folks you may have only met over Zoom! Spend time with Stan, Tracey, and new PACT friends … get to know each other, network, laugh, and compare notes.

What is the cost of PACT Masterclass?

$2,695 USD

ONE TIME PAYMENT

for 20 hours over 3 consecutive days

Payment Plan

$898 USD

PER MONTH FOR 3 MONTHS

for 20 hours over 3 consecutive days

Where is the PACT Masterclass?

You’ll meet in Calabasas, California. Calabasas is about 40 minutes north of Los Angeles. Below is hotel and airport information to make travel planning easier for you.

Training Address

Calabasas Civic Center
Multipurpose room
100 Civic Center Way
Calabasas, CA 91302
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Closest Hotels

All participants are responsible for booking their own accommodations. The area has numerous hotel and short-term stay options. Below are some of the closest hotels to the meeting venue.

Hilton Garden Inn Calabasas (next door to the Calabasas Civic Center)
Address: 24150 Park Sorrento, Calabasas, CA 91302
Phone: (818) 591-2300

The Anza A Calabasas Hotel
Located in: Parkway Calabasas Shopping Center
Address: 23627 Calabasas Rd, Calabasas, CA 91302
Phone: (818) 222-5300

Best Western Woodland Hills Inn
Address: 21830 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Phone: (818) 340-1000

Courtyard Los Angeles Woodland Hills
Address: 21101 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Phone: (818) 999-2200

Hilton Woodland Hills/Los Angeles
Address: 6360 Canoga Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Phone: (818) 595-1000

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Woodland Hills by IHG
Address: 22617 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Phone: (818) 222-2299

Warner Center Marriott Woodland Hills
Located in: Warner Center Towers
Address: 21850 Oxnard St, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Phone: (818) 887-4800

Nearest Airports

You have a choice of two major airports nearby: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR).

LAX is the main airport for Los Angeles and the one that will provide you with the most flight options. Burbank can also be convenient to the Los Angeles/Calabasas area. Be advised it is a small airport. Flight options may be fewer while prices may be higher.

We have been asked about other smaller airports in the Los Angeles area, including Long Beach (LGB), Ontario (ONT), and John Wayne Airport (SNA) airport in Orange County. We strongly recommend AGAINST these airports as they are not easily accessible to the training location or nearby hotel options.

Will the Masterclass be offered online?

You must attend the Masterclass in person. We will not offer it online, and we will not record the class. In addition, to maintain client confidentiality, participants will not be allowed to record any portion of the PACT Masterclass.

A note about client confidentiality

Dr. Stan Tatkin obtains written permission from clients to show videos to students for educational purposes. All participants will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement before registering for the PACT Masterclass.

Just for Fun! Optional Evening Event

Stan and Tracey invite you to join them for dinner Saturday night! If you don't have other plans, they'd love the chance to spend additional time with you in a fun, relaxing setting.

A note about health and safety

We want to ensure the Masterclass is an educational, enjoyable, and safe experience for everyone. If you are not feeling well in advance of the class, please take necessary precautions. If you have cold or flu symptoms, please do not attend the Masterclass.