WHY ADD NEUROFEEDBACK TO YOUR PRACTICE?

Neurofeedback is a comprehensive system that promotes change at
the cellular level of the brain and empowers the client to use his or
her mind as a tool for change and growth. Neurofeedback training promotes a state of focused relaxation that benefits trainees in many ways. A list of potential benefits as recorded by peer reviewed journals may be found at www.isnr.org (Comprehensive Neurofeedback Bibliography). A growing number of health care providers are convinced that neurofeedback interventions are an essential part of overall client care and lasting wellness. Consequently, some have made neurotherapy their primary treatment modality, whereas others have made it a part of a larger clinical practice.

TARGET AUDIENCE (Who should participate?)

Our program is designed for health care professionals who are state
certified or licensed in their chosen field including: medical and
naturopathic doctors as well as psychologists, social workers,
counselors, physical/occupational therapists, registered nurses,
chiropractors, credentialed special education teachers and school
counselors working in a school environment. Others who may not
meet the above qualifications; but may also benefit from this training,
include graduate students, as well as the staff of a neurofeedback
practice. Specific questions about certification should be directed to
BCIA.

How can I prepare?

Read Part I of the book: Getting Started with Neurofeedback. It will
lay the groundwork for the information you will soon be processing
and later using in a clinical setting. The practice of neurofeedback
has numerous technical terms. A few short hours of reading will help
you to absorb what is to come.
(Please bring your book to the workshop)

COURSE PURPOSE (Workshop summary)

John N Demos, author of Getting Started with Neurofeedback, is the
primary presenter. His 4-day BCIA (EEG) accredited workshop is the
first step in the certification process. It has been designed to meet
the 36-hours of required learning outlined by BCIA. This workshop
covers the foundation and rationale for neurofeedback. You will learn
the history of neurotherapy and how it has evolved into present day
clinical practice as well as the basics of assessment, treatment
planning, and training with neurofeedback equipment. Attendees will
be given an understanding of the electrical activity of the brain and
how it influences cognition and behavior. Your learning experience will
be enhanced by video presentations, illustrations as well as hands-on
experience. The Vermont based workshop offers individualized training
because classes are limited to 5-10 professionals. The Ohio based
workshop will introduce you to Thomas Collura and other
representatives of BrainMaster, Inc.

EQUIPMENT:

Participants will be introduced to at least two different types of
neurofeedback systems: Thought Technology (Infiniti) and
BrainMaster (Atlantis).

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

The participant will be able to:

1. Record and tabulate the EEG from various International 10-20
locations with EEG biofeedback equipment. 2. Identify the normal EEG
by interpreting 2-dimensional graphics.
3. Identify EEG signatures or brain wave patterns that reflect various
disorders.
4. Discuss indications and contraindications for therapy in order to
identify those who will benefit the most from neurofeedback training.
5. Locate artifacts in the EEG that are caused by scalp muscles and
eye movements.
6. Reduce artifacts in the EEG recording.
7. Discuss the application of EEG-biofeedback to various disorders
such as ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and mild traumatic brain injury.
8. Organize and write training plans that relate to those same
disorders.

__________________________
(All locations except Cleveland have the following schedule: 8am - 6pm for all 4 days!!)

AGENDA (Cleveland only Workshop Schedule)

4 days as follows:

Course Agenda - Professional Neurofeedback Certificate Program
4-Day.

Thursday : 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Lunch 12:00 - 1:00
1. Definition, principles, concepts and rationale for biofeedback
2. History and evolution of biofeedback/neurofeedback
3. Understanding the electrical activity of the brain
4. International 10-20 system & functional localization
5. General cortical and sub cortical anatomy brain anatomy

Friday : 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Lunch 12:00 - 1:00
1. Acquiring and processing EEG with digital filters and FFT's
2. Comparing SEMG and EEG electrical signals
3. Montages, Common mode rejection and impedance,
recognizing and limiting artifact and the use of thresholds
4. How physical and developmental factors effect the EEG
5. How prescribed and non-prescribed drugs effect the EEG

Friday continued (Cleveland only)
Supper 5:30-6:30 pm
Evening: 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm
6. Student practicum

Saturday : 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Lunch 12:00 - 1:00
1. Consultation phase and contraindications to neurotherapy
2. Non-EEG interviewing and symptomatology
3. Continuous performance tests
4. Student Practicum: 2-channel EEG assessments & Training
5. Training Plans and development

Saturday continued (Cleveland only)
Supper 5:30-6:30 pm
Evening: 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm
6. QEEG and normative database assessments
7. MiniQ demonstration

Sunday : 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Lunch 12:00 - 1:00
1. Training standards for specific clinical conditions
2. Case histories based upon the EEG
3. Professional Conduct and limitations to your practice
4. Finding your first supervisor (mentor) and keeping records
5. Using research to guide your clinical practice

36 Total hours of BCIA didactic instruction.

FACULTY:

John N. Demos, MA, LCMHC, BCIA-EEG

email: workshop@sover.net website: www.eegvermont.com
John N Demos is the author of, Getting Started with Neurofeedback.
He is licensed by the state of Vermont as a clinical mental health
counselor, certified by BCIA as an EEG-biofeedback provider and
accredited by BCIA as an EEG didactic trainer. As the director of a
small clinical practice, he has a wide range of experience training
children and adults with various neurofeedback protocols.
Neurofeedback of S.VT (NSVT) is an alternative therapies clinic
located in Brattleboro, VT; it offers a wide range of therapies and
assessment procedures including: QEEG, neurofeedback, peripheral
biofeedback, photic stimulation, IVA and Micro Cog continuous
performance tests, psychotherapy, holographic memory resolution
(HMR) for PTSD, nutritional counseling, and reflexology.

Tom Collura, Ph.D., P.E (Cleveland only)

Thomas F. Collura has over 30 years experience as a biomedical
engineer, neurophysiologist, and educator. Since 1995, he has been
founder and president of BrainMaster Technologies, Inc. He has
published over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters,
abstracts, and papers. He has 3 patents and 3 patents pending, all in
the areas of neurofeedback, electrode technology, and evoked
potential methods and systems. He is a past board member of the
International Society for Neuronal Regulation, and is president-elect
of the Neurofeedback Division of the Association for Applied
Psychophysiology and Biofeedback.

Payment policy:

Our four-day course will provide you with 36 didactic credits

as set forth by BCIA for certification in EEG for $1095.00.

All workshop attendees will receive a training manual. Participants will receive a certificate of completion and have the opportunity to apply for certification by the Biofeedback Certification Institute of America
(BCIA) website: www.bcia.org.

Cancellation policy:

Exchange for a future seminar with cancellation 30 days prior to
workshop. No refund or exchange for cancellation less than 30 days

Continuing Education Credit:

Satisfactory completion: Participants must have paid tuition fee,
signed in each day, attended the entire FOUR DAY seminar, and
completed an evaluation, in order to receive 34.0 APA and/or ASWB
CEs. Failure to sign in or out on any day will result in forfeiture of
credit for the entire course. No exceptions will be made. Partial APA
and/or ASWB credits are not available. Continuing education credits
will be sent after the seminar or posted on the internet at
www.cmehelp.com.

Psychologists

This course is co-sponsored by Amedco and John Demos. Amedco is
approved by the American Psychological Association to offer
continuing education for psychologists. Amedco maintains
responsibility for the program. 34.0 hours.

Social Workers

This course is co-sponsored by Amedco and John Demos. Amedco is
approved by the Association of Social Workers Board (ASWB) to offer
continuing education for Social Workers. Amedco maintains
responsibility for the program. 34.0 hours.
(When registering please identify yourself as a social worker, the
state in which you practice and your desire to acquire CEs)