subcortical therapies such as RESET Therapy, EFT, EMDR, etc., in the treatment of PTSD. Furthermore, newly emerging treatments are focusing upon the effects that trauma has in its relationship to memory as opposed to anxiety (stress). This focus is intended to be utilized to enhance skill set development for professionals who are beginning their careers as well as those seasoned professionals who have engaged with their clients/patients throughout the years.

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George Lindenfeld, Ph.D. is a Clinical Psychologist and founder of the RESET Therapy Professional Institute LLC located in Sarasota, Florida. He served in the Navy Seabees prior to attaining his doctorate in Child and Developmental Psychology at Utah State University in 1971. He completed his Residency in Medical Psychology at the University of Oregon Medical School in 1971, and holds a Diplomate in Clinical Psychology awarded by A.B.P.P., in 1980. He has been certified in EEG Biofeedback by BCIA and the Academy of Certified Neurotherapists. George has served as Director of the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit at the Geisinger Medical Center, in Danville PA, Executive Director at the CMHC Center for Human Development in Grand Forks, ND, and Seminole County Mental Health Center in Altamonte Springs, FL. As part of his practice working with veterans, he has monitored ongoing memory research pursuing the application of non-invasive neuro-acoustical intervention. This has led to the development of RESET Therapy, which has demonstrated rapid and enduring remission of the emotional aspects of PTSD.

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Program Description: This presentation will focus on the importance of identifying, intervening and ultimately remediating the effects of trauma in both civilian and military populations. The definition of PTSD; important terms related to RESET Therapy; “Gold Standard” and alternative intervention procedures; varied types of PTSD including Complex as well as Vicarious Traumatization and Delayed Onset PTSD will be addressed. Furthermore, the history of the condition will be covered beginning with the earliest records found in historical documents. The varied terms used for this condition over the ages will be described. RESET Therapy will be described in detail with application provided to volunteer subjects.

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Program Objectives

Objectives – Theoretical (Day One)

1. Discuss the mammalian response to trauma: shaking it off.

2. Explain Dr. Bruce Lipton’s theory of Epigenetics.

3. Assess Dr. Norman Doidge’s concepts related to neuroplasticity.

4. Compare the difference between PTSD; Compassion Fatigue; Burnout?

5. Describe historical records of human experiences of trauma.

6. Analyze meta-analysis material related to current ‘Gold Standard’ as well as alternative treatments for PTSD.

7. Assess causation factors from diagnostic nomenclature.

8. Describe the concept of the neuronal network of PTSD.

9. Identify the somatic effects that prolonged stress (PTSD) has on body systems.

10. Discuss the role that the memory system has within the PTSD response.

 

Objectives – Practical (Day Two)

1. Discuss the presentation of the ‘Letter of Consent’ to the patient/client due to the treatment’s experimental nature.

2. Describe the RESET Therapy process at a level understandable to all potential patient/clients including children.

3. Explain the sensory language focus used in the treatment process.

4. Discuss the ‘keeping it inside’ aspect of the intervention as well as the ‘lighting up the target’ component of the treatment process.

5. Demonstrate and model the audio headphones as well as the potential advantages of using bone conducting headphones.

6. Identify how the patient/client becomes aware of ‘resonance’ between the target and the bodily sensations.

7. Describe the process involved when the patient/client is unable to identify the frequency of resonance due to disassociate factors.

8. Provide clarity regarding the use of “Mikey likes it” within the context of the treatment process.

9. Utilize interactive opportunities throughout the didactic and practical aspects of the workshop.

10. Apply RESET Therapy self-experience opportunities for a number of workshop participant volunteers.

 

Program Outline

Day 1

Welcome

1. Describe overview of workshop. 

2. Share alternative stories – One of success through alternative intervention, one of failure through traditional efforts.

3. Display Brain Map changes illustrating pre-& post differences in a successfully treated veteran who served in Afghanistan.

4. Discuss male dominated cultures such as that found among military & first responders which creates a blockage to treatment seeking. 

History of Trauma (Power Point)

 

BREAK TIME

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Faces of PTSD (Power Point)

PTSD PREVALENCE, TRANSMISSION, TREATMENT

1. Estimated percentages among veterans, first responders and civilian populations.

2. Significant others at risk for vicarious traumatization and secondary traumatization.

3. Multigenerational transmission of trauma.

4. Meta-– analysis of “Gold Standard” treatments including CBT & Prolonged Exposure Therapy.

5. Alternative Subcortical Interventions including: EMDR; Prolonged Exposure Therapy; etc.

 

LUNCH BREAK  

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PREVALENCE, TRANSMISSION, TREATMENT (Cont.)

INTRODUCTION (DEMO) TO RESET THERAPY            

1. Audience volunteer including discussion related to Consent Form & verbal description of the RESET Therapy treatment process.  

 

BREAK TIME

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DEFINITION OF TERMS

1. Neuroplasticity

2. Resiliency

3. Therapeutic Relationship

4. Neuronal network of PTSD.

5. Memory Consolidation & Reconsolidation

6. Binaural Sound

7. Eliciting a sensory response.

8. Trauma microtubules

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QUESTIONS & DIALOGUE        

END OF DAY 1

 

DAY 2

DEMONSTRATE RESET Therapy

1. Utilize day-1 volunteer or alternative individual. 

2. Activating the target (non-verbally).

3. Tuning in binaural sound to resonate with trauma frequency.

4. Run a 5-minute trial.

5. Receive feedback.

 

BREAK TIME

 

REVIEW DIFFERENT FORMS OF PTSD

1. Simple Type

2. Complex Type

3. Development Trauma Disorder – The Ace Survey.

4. Delayed Onset PTSD

 

SOMATIC MANIFESTATIONS OF PTSD

1. Muscle Memory

2. Brawny Edema

3. Microtubules

 

LUNCH BREAK

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CRITICAL INCIDENT STRESS DEBRIEFING (CISD)

1. Meta-analysis Study Results

2. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – National Center for PTSD official position on CISD - Last updated- February 23, 2016.

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THE ROLE OF PSYCHOTHERAPY WITH SUB-CORTICAL TREATMENTS

 

BREAK TIME

 

FINAL DIALOGUE & DISCUSSION INCLUDING CERTIFICATION PROCESS & REQUIREMENTS

                                 

DAY 2 TOTAL PRESENTATION TIME:                   360 min.

DAY 1 TOTAL PRESENTATION TIME:                   360 min.

TOTAL PRESENTATION TIME:                              720 min.

 

Grievance Policy

Commonwealth Educational Seminars (CES) seeks to ensure equitable treatment of every person and to make every attempt to resolve grievances in a fair manner. Please submit a written grievance to CES, 1020 Osterville West Barnstable Rd, Marstons Mills, MA 02648. Grievances will initially be directed to the training instructor. Grievances would receive, to the best of our ability, corrective action in order to prevent further problems. if you have questions or concerns, contact Commonwealth Educational Seminars at (800) 376-3345. 

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Accommodations for the differently abled

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Commonwealth Educational Seminars’ training facilities are handicap accessible. Individuals needing special accommodations, please contact Rita Young at (813) 541-6619 

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It is the participant's responsibility to check with their individual state boards to verify CE requirements for their state. Continuing Education credit for this program is awarded by Commonwealth Educational Seminars (CES) for the following professions:

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Continuing Education credit for this program is awarded by Commonwealth Educational Seminars (CES) for the following professions:

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Psychologists: Commonwealth Educational Seminars (CES) is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for Psychologists. Commonwealth Educational Seminars maintains responsibility for these programs and their content.

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Licensed Professional Counselors/Licensed Mental Health Counselors: Commonwealth Educational Seminars (CES) is entitled to award continuing education credit for Licensed Professional Counselors/Licensed Mental Health Counselors. Please visit CES CE CREDIT to see all states that are covered for LPCs/LMHCs. CES maintains responsibility for this program and its content. LPCs/LMHCs completing this program will receive 12 hours of continuing education credit.

Social Workers: Commonwealth Educational Seminars (CES) is entitled to award continuing education credit for Social Workers. Please visit CES CE CREDIT to see all states that are covered for Social Workers. CES maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Social Workers completing this program will receive 12 clinical hours of clinical continuing education credit.

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Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists: Commonwealth Educational Seminars (CES) is entitled to award continuing education credit for Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists. Please visit CES CE CREDIT to see all states that are covered for LMFTs. CES maintains responsibility for this program and its content. LMFTs completing this program will receive 12 hours of continuing education credit.

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Nurses: As an APA approved provider, CES programs are accepted by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). These courses can be utilized by nurses to renew their certification and will be accepted by the ANCC. Every state Board of Nursing accepts ANCC approved programs except California and Iowa, however CES is also an approved Continuing Education provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing (Provider # CEP15567) which is also accepted by the Iowa Board of Nursing.