Tour of the Enneagram Triads

This talk offers a practical exploration of the Enneagram through the lens of its triadic structure, guiding participants in understanding key motivational patterns and behavioural strategies. Using the Map of the Enneagram, the session helps clinicians and participants alike explore core questions such as: What do we want? What do we do to get what we want? What happens when we don’t get what we want? And how do we relate to the things we desire? By examining these themes through the Enneagram triads, attendees will gain insight into clients’ attitudes, relational tendencies, and behavioural strategies. This increased awareness enhances therapeutic depth and effectiveness while supporting a respectful and nuanced appreciation of individual differences.

 

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:

• Identify the three Enneagram Triads and their associated emotional drivers: fear (Head), shame (Heart), and anger (Gut)

• Describe how each Triad influences behaviour, motivation, and relational style

• Apply Enneagram-informed questions to better understand clients' inner narratives and unmet needs

• Recognise behavioural strategies clients adopt in pursuit of their core desires

• Utilise the Enneagram as a tool for increasing therapeutic attunement and enhancing clinical formulation