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Brain Fundamentals
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Introduction to the Brain (1.5 hr)
Course4.8 average rating (4 reviews)This 1.5 hour course will give you a good introduction to the brain - written with psychotherapists in mind.
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Cortical Regions (1.5 hrs)
Course5.0 average rating (2 reviews)The Basics of the Cortical Regions of the Brain With Richard Hill.
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The Psychotherapist's Essential Guide To The Brain (13.5hrs)
CourseThis reading course is based on the book "The Psychotherapist's Essential Guide to the Brain". (13.5hrs reading)
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The Neocortex (1 hr)
Course4.8 average rating (4 reviews)Short reading course from the book The Psychotherapist’s Essential Guide to the Brain. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Deep Brain Systems (1 hr)
Course5.0 average rating (3 reviews)Deep Systems Reading Course (1 hour certificate course). [MEMBERS ONLY]
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Neuroscience of Memory (1 hr)
Course5.0 average rating (6 reviews)This 1 hour reading course covers the basics of memory - taken from the book "The Psychotherapist's Essential Guide to the Brain". [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
The Body & The Brain
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The Inflamed Mind (4hrs 45min)
CourseThe Inflamed Mind: A Psychotherapist’s Introduction to Inflammation and Mental Health
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Why The Heart Is More Than A Pump (2hr)
CourseReading course based on two articles: "Why the Heart is Much More Than A Pump", and "The Heart: King of Organs". (2hrs)
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Conversations Between Body & Brain (0.75 hrs)
CourseShort reading course on the body-brain connections for therapists. 0.75 hrs reading + certificate.
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Neurofeedback (6 hrs)
CourseThis course covers the basics of biofeedback in the clinical setting. With experts Sebern Fisher, Inna Khazan and Moshe Perl. 6 hours of videos/reading + certificate. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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The New Mind-Body Science of Depression (2hrs)
CourseThe New Mind-Body Science of Depression - David Van Nuys and Charles Raison (2hr reading)
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Cellular communication with Dr Jon Lieff (1 hr)
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)Dr Jon Lieff talks about cellular communication and the wonders of the body being discovered by biologists. Video interview + Certificate. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
Genetics
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Epigenetics (3.75 hrs)
CourseThis reading course will take you through the basics of epigenetics. Giving you a sound understanding of the mechanisms & importance of how the environment can alter gene expression and what that means for you as a therapist. (3hrs 45min)
$36
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Epigenetics and Methylation - A Refresher (1 hr)
CourseEpigenetics and Methylation - A Refresher. This is a short reading course for a 1 hr certificate.
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Behavioral Epigenetics & Attachment (1.5hr)
CourseShort reading course based on the article "Behavioral Epigenetics & Attachment" (1.5hr)
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Healthy Gene Expression (1hr) Certificate
CourseHealthy Gene Expression (1hr) Certificate Course. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Genetic Mutations (1hr) Certificate Course
CourseGenetic Mutations CEU course based on the material in the Genetics Core Resource. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Genotype Phenotype Epigenotype and Epiphenotype (1 hr)
CourseVideo course on Genotype, Phenotype, Epigenotype and Epiphenotype with Richard Hill. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
Disorders
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Autism (4hrs)
Course5.0 average rating (4 reviews)Autism. Episode 2 of The Science of Us series of documentaries. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Depression (1 hr)
Course5.0 average rating (2 reviews)This 1 hour reading course will take you through some of what we know about the neurobiological basis of depression. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Bipolar Disorder and Depression (1.5 hrs)
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)A short video interview and reading course on the use of antidepressants with bipolar disturbances. 1.5 hrs + certificate. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) (1.5hr)
CourseSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), by Dr. Lori Ann Russell-Chapin (1.5hr)
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Understanding PANS & PANDAS (0.75)
CourseUnderstanding PANS & PANDAS: The Interplay of Immune System and Mental Health by Micaela Monteiro-Haig
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A Neuropsychological Analysis of Self-Injurious Behavior (1 hr)
CourseReading course based on "A Neuropsychological Analysis of Self-Injurious Behavior" by Derrick Hassert.
Clinical Applications
Addiction & Recovery
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Addiction as an Attachment Disorder (10 hrs)
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)A 10-hour study on the importance of attachment in addictive behaviour and some of the revolutionary interventions being employed to treat addiction. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Neuropsychotherapy and Alcoholics Anonymous: Partners in Recovery Intervention (0.75hr)
CourseNeuropsychotherapy and Alcoholics Anonymous by Lissa R (45min)
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Science of Addiction (5.25hrs)
Course3.7 average rating (3 reviews)5.25-hour reading course for The Science of Addiction, Addiction with John Falcon, and Developing a Comprehensive, Client-Centred Treatment Plan.
Anxiety & OCD
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Calming Teenage Anxiety (1hr)
CourseUnderstand the unique nature of teenage anxiety and how it differs from normal stress responses. Learners will gain practical tools to support teens.
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Resilience Training: Using Flow States to Move from Anxiety and Depression to Optimal States of Thriving (2.25hr)
CourseResilience Training: Using Flow States to Move from Anxiety and Depression to Optimal States of Thriving By Carol Kershaw and Bill Wade (2.25hrs)
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Treating Anxiety with Reid Wilson (0.75 hr)
CourseTreating Anxiety - an interview with Dr Reid Wilson (45min)
Attachment
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Neurobiological Underpinnings of Bonding Analysis (1.5hr)
CourseNeurobiological Underpinnings of Bonding Analysis by Christa Balkenhol-Wright (1.5hrs)
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Shame and Pro-Being Pride ( 2 hrs)
CourseDr Ken Benau talks us through various aspects of shame and how this can be treated in therapy along with a case study. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Working with Attachment & Trauma (1.5hr)
CourseWorking with Attachment & Trauma - Dr David Van Nuys Inteviews Daniel Brown, PhD.
Children/Education
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Teaching For Success (2hr)
CourseReading course based on two articles: "Teaching for Success: Linking Neuroscience with Effective Classroom Management and Learning Achievement" and "Kitchen Garden Programs and Changing Brains" (2hrs)
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The Parent-Child Neuropsychotherapy Protocol™ (5.5 hrs)
Course5.0 average rating (2 reviews)Thedy Veliz talks about his protocol for parents and children - A neuroscience based approach to better mental well-being for children and families. (5hrs 30min)
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Working with School Children (4 hrs)
CourseThis reading course covers a number of perspectives on working with school age children from our archive of articles. 4 hrs of reading, short quiz questions + certificate. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Ana Gomez and EMDR-Sandtray-Based Therapy (1hr)
CourseRichard Hill interviews child and trauma therapist Ana Gomez about her integrative clinical approach that unites EMDR therapy with sand tray work.
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Children: The most misunderstood beings on the planet! (1hr)
CourseChildren: The most misunderstood beings on the planet! by Rita Princi-Hubbard (1hr)
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The Social Brain and Education (1hr)
CourseShort reading course based on the article "The Social Brain and Education". (1hr)
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The Brain Basis for Integrated Social, Emotional, and Academic Development (1.25 hr)
CourseShort reading course based on the article "The Brain Basis for Integrated Social, Emotional, and Academic Development" (1hr 15min)
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A Compassion Focused Approach to Understand Teacher and Student Wellbeing (1hr)
Course"A Compassion Focused Approach to Understand Teacher and Student Wellbeing" by Rita Princi-Hubbard discusses the importance of understanding both teacher and student emotional well-being in educational environments. (1hr)
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Domestic Violence and Education (2.5hr)
CourseReading and video course based on the article "Domestic Violence and Education" and a general video discussion about education and the brain. (2.5hrs)
Couples/Family
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Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (2.5 hrs)
Course4.7 average rating (3 reviews)Stan Tatkin talks about his Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy. 2.5 hrs - video interview, reading + certificate. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Domestic Abuse: Coercive Control (1.75hr)
CourseIn Conversation With Jess Hill - Domestic Abuse: Coercive Control. Jess Hill (1hr 45min)
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Imago Relationship Therapy (1hr)
CourseIn The Space Between: Interview with Harville Hendrix and Helen Hunt about Imago Relationship Therapy
Integrative Medicine
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OPCs for ADHD (2 hrs)
CourseShort reading course to understand the important clinical application of OPCs for ADHD. (2 hrs) + CEU Cert.
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Pyrrole Disorder for Therapists (1hr)
CourseShort reading course based on the article Pyrrole Disorder for Therapists. (1hr)
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Nutrition and Mental Health (3hrs)
CourseShort reading course based on an article and interview on the importance of nutrition for mental health. (3hrs)
Loss and Grief
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Loss & Grief (4 hours)
Course4.5 average rating (4 reviews)Loss and Grief - Episode 4 of The Science of Us series of documentaries. 4 CEU hours. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Grief to Peace: Changes Through Time (1.5hr)
CourseExploring More in Mind-Body Processes - Grief to Peace: Changes Through Time by Kathryn Lane Rossi (1hr 30min)
Memory Reconsolidation
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Memory Reconsolidation in Practice #1 (5.25 hrs)
Course4.0 average rating (1 review)Learn the basics in this first of 5 short courses on memory reconsolidation for therapists. 5.25 hrs reading, quiz + certificate. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Memory Reconsolidation in Practice #2 (4 hrs)
Course4.7 average rating (3 reviews)Learning the theory and practical applications of memory reconsolidation. 4hrs Reading + Certificate. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
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Memory Reconsolidation in Practice #3 (10.25 hrs)
CourseRigorous insights into how memory reconsolidation works, plus some practical examples. Requires reading a detailed summary of neuroscience research. 10hrs 15min Reading + Certificate. [FREE FOR MEMBERS]
Play, Art & Music
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Art Therapy (1.75 hr)
CourseThe Importance of Breaking Rules—Therapy, Art and Integration. Short Reading Course. (1hr 45min)
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Cognitive reprocessing of maladaptive self-schemas in play therapy with traumatised children (2.75 hr)
CourseReading course on the cognitive reprocessing of maladaptive self-schemas in play therapy with traumatised children. 2.75hr + certificate
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Role Playing Games for Therapy (1hr)
CourseWhy Use Tabletop Role-Playing Games? An Interview with Megan A. Connell (1hr)
Somatic Therapies
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The Yoga of Creative Consciousness and Cognition (3.5 hrs)
Coursethe Yoga of Creative Consciousness and Cognition in Neuropsychotherapy - 3.5hr reading course
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Body Resources (1.5 hrs)
CourseThis reading/video course brings you a number of perspectives about the body as a resource in therapy. 1.5 hrs + certificate.
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The vagus nerve: stress, trauma, and emotional regulation (1hr)
CourseAn introduction to the therapeutic applications of the vagus nerve, exploring body-mind integration, narrative healing, and nervous system regulation. (1hr)
Theories, Models and Frameworks
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Sensitising Disciplines and the Ecology of Responsiveness: Towards the Future of Psychotherapy (1 hr)
CourseSensitising Disciplines and the Ecology of Responsiveness: Towards the Future of Psychotherapy (1hr)
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The Six Pillars of the 21st Century Therapist (1.5 hrs)
CourseA forward-looking framework for contemporary psychotherapy, proposing six interrelated "pillars" essential for relevance in the 21st century.
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Strategic responsiveness to the client's resources (2 hrs)
CourseStrategic responsiveness to the client's resources: from Erickson to Rossi, to now. Reading Course - 2hrs + CEU cert.
Trauma Therapy
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The Science of Trauma and Psychotherapy (2hr Cert)
Course4.3 average rating (3 reviews)The Science of Trauma and Psychotherapy by Terry Marks-Tarlow.
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How A 32-Year-Old Woman Triumphed Over Complex Trauma (2hrs)
CourseHow A 32-Year-Old Woman Triumphed Over Complex Trauma by Roger Keizerstein (2hrs)
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Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma (2hr)
CourseShort reading course based on the article "Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma" (2hrs)