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 GETTING STARTED WITH NEUROFEEDBACK and DATABASE GUIDED TRAINING METHODS
With Leading Author: JOHN DEMOS
AND TOM COLLURA
6 total days available: Feb. 9 and 10 and Sep. 7 and 8 are free preconference
February 9, 10, 11, 12 ,13, 14, 2010 > OH
September 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 2010 > OH
Cost: $1095.00
CE units may be available
BCIA didactic credits: 36.0 (complete requirement)
(When registering see if you qualify for an discount!)
Instructors:
John N Demos
Tom Collura (Feb. 10 and Sep. 9, only in Cleveland) and Bill Mrklas (Feb. 9 and Sept. 10, only in Cleveland)
Cleveland:
-- NEW HOTEL! --
Skyline Hotel & Conference Ctr
5300 Rockside Road
Independence, Ohio
(216)524-0700
See below for details.
GETTING STARTED WITH NEUROFEEDBACK and INTRODUCING DATABASE GUIDED TRAINING METHODS- Live Z Score |
What is Neurofeedback?
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 reveiwed 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. The newest model of Neurofeedback "z-score training" will be discussed and demonstrated. 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:
BrainMaster Atlantis and Discovery equipment.
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. Learn how statistics or "live z-scores" can be used in training.
4. Identify EEG signatures or brain wave patterns that reflect various disorders.
5. Discuss indications and contraindications for therapy in order to identify those who will benefit the most from neurofeedback training.
6. Locate artifacts in the EEG that are caused by scalp muscles and eye movements.
7. Reduce artifacts in the EEG recording.
8. Discuss the application of EEG-biofeedback to various disorders such as ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and mild traumatic brain injury with standard protocols and Z-Score training.
9. Organize and write training plans that relate to those same disorders.
AGENDA for Cleveland Getting Started With Getting Started With Neurofeedback with John Demos (Thursday – Friday – Saturday – Sunday (4 days) Feb. 11, 12, 13, 14 and Sept. 9, 10, 11, 12 follows the two FREE BrainMaster days!
Course Agenda - Professional Neurofeedback Certificate Program 4-Day.
Thursday : 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Lunch 12:00 - 1:00
1. Definition, principles, concepts and rationale for biofeedback
2. Z-score demonstration
3. History and evolution of biofeedback/neurofeedback
4. Understanding the electrical activity of the brain
5. International 10-20 system & functional localization
6. General cortical and subcortical 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
Dinner break: 5:30-6:30 pm
Evening: 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm
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
Dinner break: 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.
Evening hands on practicum may be optionally available!
FOR THOSE WHO ARE ATTENDING GETTING STARTED WITH NEUROFEEDBACK IN CLEVELAND Wed - Sunday
consider joining us for the following:
TWO FREE PRECONFERENCE DAYS OF BRAINMASTER TRAINING IS OFFERED—TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY!
ALL ARE INVITED - see below for details! *
BrainMaster preconference complimentary workshop days:
Tuesday Free BrainMaster Hardware and Software Walk thru
Instructor:
Bill Mrklas, BrainMaster equipment specialist.
One-Day: Equipment Orientation and set-up for BrainMaster users.
9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Lunch 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Bill Mrklas is BrainMaster's prime equipment specialist. His workshop is designed to help BrainMaster owners to interface BrainMaster equipment with user Laptops. The basics of uploading BrainMaster software and hardware will be considered. If you have just purchased an Atlantis, Bill will help you to get started and to learn the basics of equipment operation. He will also present a detailed review of BrainMaster software operation.
New users of BrainMaster will not only benefit from Bill's expertise with the new Atlantis hardware, but they well also find him to be very helpful with computer issues. New users often many questions such as:
Why can't I see all of my recorded data?
How does BrainMaster software save client data?
How can I archive old files or email new ones to mentors?
How can I get the most from the review page?
What is the purpose of the artifact threshold and how can I change it on the fly?
When is the proper time to use notch filters?
How can I save my raw EEG data?
What's the best way to download updates for BrainMaster?
What are those flashing impedance lights on the new Atlantis?
What is the Event Wizard and how can I use it?
And so much more!
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Wednesday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Lunch 12:30-1:30
Tom Collura presents:
Technical Foundations of Neurofeedback
One-Day Introductory Course - Technical Foundations of Neurofeedback
Presented by: Thomas F. Collura, Ph.D.
This portion of the workshop will describe the technical foundations of the practice of neurofeedback, including the neurophysiological, electronic, and computer aspects, with an emphasis on alpha/theta training. A signal is traced from its origin in the brain, through the instrumentation, until a visual or auditory feedback signal is presented to the trainee. Principles to be covered include technical characteristics, filtering, use of sound, and feedback algorithms. Emphasis will be placed on deep-states training, 1- and 2-channel training issues, synchrony and coherence, and practical issues. Each participant will have the opportunity to articulate the technical foundations of EEG neurofeedback, including neurophysiology, electronics, signal processing, and user-interfacing, and to understand specifications such as bandwidth, accuracy, and response time, in scientific and engineering terms.
Educational Objectives: The educational objectives of this course follow the outline of BCIA’s core requirements that can be viewed at the BCIA website http://www.bcia.org .
- Identify and understand the technical assumptions underlying EEG Biofeedback
- Be able to interpret amplitude, phase, frequency, and related EEG data
- Know the basic neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of EEG rhythms
- Have a basic understanding of activity of pyramidal cells and thalamic pacemakers
- Know essential terms/concepts for EEG biofeedback applications
- Know how to use EEG Biofeedback hardware and software
- Understand how computer systems affect EEG Biofeedback applications
This course satisfies the requirement for 8 CE hours as outlined below.
1 hours I Introduction to EEG Biofeedback - History
1 II Research - Brain Dynamics
1 III Basic Neurophysiology and Anatomy
2 IV EEG & Electrophysiology
3 V Instrumentation and Signal Processing for EEG and QEEG
0 VII Treatment Planning -- QEEG and Z-Scores
0 VIII Neurofeedback therapy - conventional and Z-Score Training
0 IX Case Reviews and Clinical Recommendations
Thomas Collura, Ph.D.
This workshop will describe the technical foundations of the practice of neurofeedback, including the neurophysiological, electronic, and computer aspects. A signal is traced from its origin in the brain, through the instrumentation, until a visual or auditory feedback signal is presented to the trainee. Principles to be covered include amplifier characteristics, digitization, filtering, graphics and sound, and feedback algorithms. Technical data in the form of digital traces, timing measurements, and statistical summaries, will be presented and discussed. Material covered will not be specific to any particular instrument, and will pertain to all types of equipment.
Each participant will have the opportunity to articulate the technical foundations of EEG neurofeedback, including neurophysiology, electronics, signal processing, and user-interfacing. Understand specifications such as bandwidth, accuracy, and response time, in scientific and engineering terms.
Overview
System Operation
2 – 4 Channel Training
Advanced Topics
Exam Questions
References
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Based on the content of this session,
participants will be able to :
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of practical aspects of EEG Neurofeedback.
• Display basic knowledge of how EEG Neurofeedback equipment operates.
• Describe the principles of EEG neurofeedback.
FACULTY:
John N. Demos, MA, LCMHC, BCIA-EEG
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, data base guided Neurofeedback protocol selection, Live Z Score, photic stimulation, IVA and MicroCog continuous performance tests, psychotherapy, holographic memory resolution (HMR) for PTSD, nutritional counseling, and reflexology.
Tom Collura, Ph.D., P.E
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 peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, abstracts, and papers. He has 6 patents and 3 patents pending, all in the areas of neurofeedback, electrode technology, and evoked potential methods and systems. He is president President of ISNR (International Society for Neuronal Regulation), and was president-elect of the Neurofeedback Division of the Association for AAPB (Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback).
Bill Mrklas
Vice President of Operations, BrainMaster Technologies Inc. Chief technical support manager.
Bill has been a championship motorcycle racer and peak performer. He has operated his own business and studied business at the University of Akron. He is currently studying medical massage toward state licensure as a therapist.
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. If you are seeking less than 36 BCIA credits, special arrangements can be made.
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: Full refund with cancellation 60 days prior to workshop. 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)
Skyline Hotel & Conference Ctr
5300 Rockside Road
Independence, OH 44131
Phone: 216-524-0700
Fax: 216-524-0335
www.skylinehotelindependence.com
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