Discovery Trainings
8-week discovery program online - starting january 2026
A Comprehensive Introduction to Nonviolent Communication and Needs-awareness
“when I'm in "needs consciousness" I can find my way to a more compassionate view” - THOm bond
Our Discovery Trainings follow a rich curriculum that has been delivered and refined for almost two decades. They are designed to lay a comprehensive, experiential foundation for the theory and real-life application of NVC, through the unique lens of "needs-awareness".
This is a particular approach to teaching NVC, with a focus on our awareness of, and our relationship to, our own and others' Universal Human Needs. Through this lens, rather than just a language model or a way of speaking, NVC is a powerful and creative framework to understand and navigate our relationships, grounded in the beauty of our common humanity.
No matter the specific format, Discovery Trainings provide a clear conceptual framework along with practices and "take home" skills that can help you create a lasting, effective application of "needs awareness" in your daily life.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Completing this training fulfills the pre-requisites to attend intermediate trainings, monthly Empathy Cafes and access to the Global Compassion Network.
Topics Covered
Introduction to the transformative power of Needs Awareness
Needs vs Strategies
The Relationship Between Moralistic Judgments and Needs
The Relationship Between Feelings and Needs
Listening for Needs in others (Empathy)
Listening for Needs in ourselves (Self-Empathy)
Creative Conflict Resolution (From Needs to Requests)
Hearing the "Yes" behind the No
Needs-based Boundaries
Needs-based Appreciation vs Praise
Needs-based Mourning vs Suffering
Transformative Outcomes
Enhanced ability to express needs and feelings clearly and respectfully
Increased competence in resolving conflicts peacefully and effectively
Greater capacity to understand and empathize with others
Enhanced self-awareness
Improved quality of personal and professional relationships
Lower levels of stress related to interpersonal conflicts and communication challenges
Enhanced ability to collaborate and work harmoniously with others
Increased congruence between your values and actions
Upcoming Trainings
8-week discovery program online - starting january 2026
SUGGESTED EXPERIENCE: Participants are encouraged to have some familiarity with NVC. Although not required, we recommend either or all the following:
attending a "First Mondays" NVC Introduction;
reading the first four chapters of Marshall Rosenberg's book: Nonviolent Communication, A Language of Life (available on Amazon);
reading the first four chapters of The Compassion Book by Thom Bond (available on Amazon).
Discovery Program Online
This program will take place entirely online using Zoom software. All sessions are recorded and made available to participants for review/download.
workshop Trainers
Clara Moisello, PhD and Antonio Espinoza
dates and times
8 weekly meetings | 2.5 hours each
TUESDAYS: 6:00PM - 8:30PM ET - (Check your time zone)
With NYCNVC Trainer Antonio Espinoza
Meets from January 27 to March 17
WEDNESDAYS: 12PM - 2:30PM ET - (Check your time zone)
With NYCNVC Trainer Clara Moisello, PhD
Meets from January 28 to March 18
tuition
• First Time Participant - $360
• Reviewer* - $260
*People who have completed an NYCNVC Discovery Training (online or in-person)
Contact us to discuss any concerns you have regarding finances.
In-Person Discovery Weekend
trainers
Antonio Espinoza & Clara Moisello
location - new york city - midtown
Ripley Grier Studios
520 8th ave between 36th and 37th st.
New York, NY 10018
dates and time
TBD
tuition
• First Time Participant - $395
• Reviewer* - $295
*People who have completed an NYCNVC Discovery Training (online or in-person)
Contact us to discuss any concerns you have regarding finances.