Family Constellations can sound mysterious if you have never experienced it before. At its heart, it is a practice for gently uncovering the hidden patterns we carry, many of which did not start with us. On November 8th, we are hosting a Family Constellations Workshop where guides Samantha and Zach will lead participants through this powerful and heart-opening process.
To give you a sense of what to expect, we asked Samantha and Zach a few questions about their own journeys with this work, what it feels like in practice, and why it resonates so deeply right now.
For a group of mostly first-timers, how do you like to explain the practice?
Family Constellations is a way of looking at the hidden dynamics in families and relationships. Sometimes we carry patterns, burdens or emotions that aren’t fully ours. In a workshop, we slowly make these visible so healing and movement become possible.
It is said that in constellations, we are simply trying to let the love flow.
Example of a 90-minute in-person group constellation: One person briefly shares a situation they’d like clarity on (for example, a conflict with their mother). Then, with the facilitator’s guidance, participants are invited to “represent” different family members or elements of the system. As they step into these roles—feelings, postures and movements arise that often mirror the hidden dynamics in the real family. The facilitator helps reveal what wants to be seen, and small but powerful movements of healing, like words spoken or shifts in position, bring new possibilities.
How did each of you come to this work?
Samantha: Like most things in my life, serendipitously! I was looking for a therapist because I felt a gap between my personal values and how I was actually living. I asked a friend for a recommendation, and she suggested a “healer.” At that time, I didn’t know the difference between the labels in the world of psychology, therapy or healing. I met with this woman and was immediately drawn to her presence. She was a constellation facilitator. I still work with her today and over the years I’ve done more than 100 constellations with her, both in-person and on Zoom.
Zach: I also came into this work through serendipity. A friend of mine from college knew that I was deep in talk therapy and had done plenty of EMDR. She told me about a one day weekend workshop that was happening and suggested I join. I remember feeling like there was an invisible thread in the room, a kind of magic in coming into contact with the underlying patterns and with my lineage.
What do you hope participants carry with them after this workshop?
Even a small recognition that what you feel or struggle with every day may not have started with you. It could be an inherited pattern carried from your family system or something that you are carrying that is not yours. Understanding this can bring relief and a gentler way of holding yourself and your loved ones.
How do you ensure people feel safe, especially if strong emotions surface?
We start by setting the container. Anything shared with the group is confidential and we treat one another with respect and care.
The process is guided intentionally and with kindness. We remind participants they can pause, breathe or step back at any point. The group holds compassion for one another so that all participants feel heard and supported.
Why do you think practices like family constellations resonate so strongly right now?
Many of us feel the weight of family patterns and world events. Individuals are longing for connection and a sense that they belong to something larger than themselves.
If someone feels drawn to explore more after the workshop, what’s a good next step?
Start small—follow your curiosity. You might begin by listening to a podcast, reading a book (see recommendations below. Or booking a 1:1 session with Samantha or Zach.
Podcast: “What is the Process of Family Constellations Therapy” – Liza Miron
Books: “It Didn’t Start With You” by Mark Wolynn and “Connected Fates, Separate Destinies” by Marine Sélénée
Is there anything else you’d like potential attendees to know or consider before joining?
You don’t need to prepare or “know” anything. Simply come with openness and curiosity. This work meets you exactly where you are. Even by participating in someone else’s constellation can be incredibly powerful and can help clarify dynamics in your own life.
What stands out in this conversation with Samantha and Zach is how simple yet profound this practice can be. It begins with showing up with openness, stepping into a shared field of support, and allowing what needs to be seen to come forward. Family Constellations remind us that healing often begins with recognition, and that the weight we carry might not be ours alone.
If this sparks your curiosity, we invite you to join us for our Family Constellations workshop on November 8. Whether you are seeking clarity around a personal challenge or simply interested in exploring the practice in community, this gathering is a chance to experience the work firsthand. Come as you are and let the love flow. Reserve your spot here
About Samantha
If after the retreat you find yourself curious about your family dynamics, relationship patterns, or anything that feels “stuck” in your life, Samantha offers 1:1 and couples sessions to help you see what’s really happening beneath the surface and find new ways forward.
She draws from a range of approaches — including Conscious Leadership, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing, Family Constellations and the Enneagram — to support greater self-awareness, clarity and ease.
You can book a 1:1 session with Samantha here.
About Zach
Zach Glassman is a facilitator, consultant, and artist who works at the intersection of awareness and the creative process. Through family constellations, meditation, and visual practices, he helps his clients explore the unseen dynamics that echo through their stories and lineages. His approach to constellation work invites participants to soften into truth, allowing love to flow through what has been held or hidden
You can book a 1:1 session with Zach here.
About Hey, Joni.
Hey, Joni. is a Denver-based community celebrating women’s connection, creativity, and well-being. Through gatherings, storytelling, and shared ritual, we create space for women to slow down, reconnect, and remember what’s real.
In a world that can feel fractured, we come together to honor our humanity, our connection, and the strength we find in one another.