Systemic constellations – the method developed by Bert Hellinger, based on the observation that many of our difficulties do not originate solely in our personal experiences, but in unconscious dynamics within the systems we belong to.

A ‘system’ can be the family, the couple, the organization, the relationship with money, or even our own inner system.

Over time, the method evolved and expanded beyond the family sphere, generating multiple forms of application..

1. Family constellations

This is the original field of application.

Family constellations explore intergenerational dynamics such as:

• relationships with parents
• sibling positioning
• exclusion or forgotten family members
• inherited patterns
• transgenerational trauma
• transgenerational destiny patterns

The systemic perspective considers belonging and hierarchy as fundamental organizing principles. When disruptions occur — such as exclusion or unresolved trauma — their effects may echo across generations.

2. Relationship and couple constellations

A partnership forms a system with its own structure and implicit agreements.

These constellations may explore:

• recurring conflicts
• infidelity
• separation processes
• difficulty forming stable relationships
• relational repetition patterns

Often, relational challenges are connected to earlier systemic dynamics, particularly within the family of origin.

3. Organizational and business constellations

Organizations function as living systems shaped by structure, leadership, and implicit roles.

Organizational constellations may address:

• leadership positioning
• decision-making processes
• business development blocks
• team conflicts
• strategic direction

This approach does not replace consulting or management frameworks, but can offer an additional systemic lens on organizational dynamics.

4. Career and professional constellations

Work is not only economic — it is relational and systemic.

These constellations may explore:

• vocational direction
• professional transitions
• visibility and authority dynamics
• burnout patterns
• authority‑related difficulties

Professional challenges are sometimes connected to deeper systemic loyalties or inherited narratives around success, responsibility, or failure.

5. Money and abundance constellations

Our relationship with money is often shaped by family narratives, collective history, and personal positioning within a system.

Possible areas of exploration:

• recurring financial instability
• discomfort with prosperity
• inheritance dynamics
• unconscious financial loyalties

The focus is on awareness and systemic positioning rather than financial strategy itself.

6. Health-oriented constellations

In systemic work, symptoms are sometimes viewed as signals within a relational or systemic context.

These constellations may explore:

• chronic conditions
• recurring patterns of imbalance
• emotional dimensions of physical symptoms
• addictions

They are complementary approaches and do not replace medical or psychological treatment.

7. Inner constellations (inner aspects)

Here, the “system” is internal.

Elements that may be represented include:

• inner child
• adult aspects
• rational and emotional parts
• conflicting internal voices
• identity structures

This format is frequently used in one-to-one sessions and supports greater internal differentiation and awareness.

8. Decision-focused constellations

When facing major life choices, systemic constellations can offer a structured space to observe how different options resonate within one’s broader system. The aim is not prediction, but perspective.

9. Social and collective constellations

These address wider systemic contexts such as:

• migration experiences
• cultural belonging
• historical or collective trauma
• community dynamics

What do all systemic constellations have in common

Across all applications, systemic constellations are guided by three foundational observations:

1. Belonging – every element within a system seeks recognition.
2. Order – systems tend to organize around implicit hierarchies.
3. Balance – relationships are influenced by exchanges of giving and receiving.

If you are navigating relational patterns, professional transitions, inner conflicts, or recurring life themes, systemic constellations may offer a reflective and structured space to explore the broader dynamics involved.

Through family constellations and systemic constellations, you can explore unconscious dynamics, hidden loyalties, and imbalances that influence your life in the present.