What is TCI

TCI is a concept for

  • Working with groups and teams

  • Teaching in schools, the university or in continuing, adult education

  • Counseling and Coaching

  • Directing institutions and their employees

  • a conceptual design for the art of living. 

In essence it is the goal of TCI to facilitate the interaction between tasks and individuals in order to encourage the development of factual, social and self-competence.

During the past 30 years the concept of Theme-centered Interaction (TCI) has spread rapidly, and it is one of the most widely used methods in the areas of Humanistic Psychology and of Education.

What are the uses of TCI

TCI aims to assist people to present and structure their interests in a responsible and self-determined way and to use resources creatively.  

The TCI training programm is intended to have a lasting effect, in the knowledge that quick successes are often unrealistic.

People who think differently are treated with respect.

How does TCI function

Individuals are seen holistically, meaning that there is room for the three dimensions of body, soul and mind. This allows for a working atmosphere that frees motivation and creative potentials. Disturbances are not disregarded. but used for improving cooperation thus making a climate of esteem and mutual respect possible.

TCI emphasizes both methodical skills and personal authenticity.

For whom is TCI

Facilitating and leading groups according to the TCI concept permits a style of leadership that combines competence, motivation, mutual esteem and goal orientation. It is appropriate for all areas in which people need to work together successfully in all kinds of teams and groups - e.g. management, education, social work. TCI is also helpful for people, who desire to use it to structure their personal lives creatively.