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 Assessments for Helping Treat Mental Conditions such as Schizophrenia[see More Details below]: See also: Brain Health & Counseling Resources.
The work of Charles Gant, M.D., which he has recently titled, BioFunctional Psychology. Genetic marker testing/Brain nutrient assessment/"Brain Health and Wellness" program/ testing for heavy metals and parasites, etc. This includes weekly updates, daily nutrient packets designed to meet the client's genetic and metabolic challenges, and attention to problems discovered through the extensive laboratory testing. www.ConnectedPathways.com Phone: 888-847-4233; or our office: 202-237-7000
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In some situations additional intravenous minerals/vitamins/amino acids may be recommended. Dr. Gant's program includes recommendations for heavy metal detoxification when necessary, or other measures. There is testing for genetic markers for need of specific metabolic therapy, see "Laboratory testing overview". Chronic Lyme Infection: A major risk factor for neuropsychiatric effects is chronic infection with Lyme and co-infections. This is a matter that I plan to address with more information in the future. Some important links about this include the following:
Non-invasive qEEG brain function assessment [promoted by Dr. Xenakis below]: "Brain Mapping" and NeuroGeniSys training [NOTE: I have been asked to participate on the Board of Directors of a new not-for-profit foundation formed to promote the use of the non-invasive brain function imaging technology such as is offered at NIHA and Crossroads Institute. I expect more information in the near future about this. One of the others who are joining the board is Scott Fairchild, Psy.D., who told me about the QEEG program being used for the military, the The Coming Home Project -- see below the video from that page.]
NeuroGeniSys procedure [ *New program that uses Quantum EEG brain imaging is part of The Coming Home Project [see qEEG video below, from Project]
The Coming Home Project (click on picture strip):
 [Click on picture to jump below to sign-up information for this free training for those who help victims of trauma.] 
SPECT imaging: Such as at the Amen Clinic
www.AmenClinics.com, See their site for books, DVDs, and the online SPECT Image Gallery
Relox therapy: Oxygen plus rapid infusion of IV nutrients. Described on the site of one of our medical doctors at our clinic in Washington DC: Click on screen picture below. Note: This is only available through Dr. Rind in Washington DC. [I hope that he will soon make it available to doctors who treat brain-injured veterans, as well as anyone who has suffered body trauma such as athletes.]
Massage Therapy, Bodywork, Spa visits: For relaxation and increasing sense of connection with others, as well as for its enhancing tissue function and boosting metabolic processes, etc.
Craniosacral Therapy: [more info] This is a subtle method of enhancing communication between the conscious brain and the autonomic nervous system. It is perceived as very relaxing and rejuvenating; however, it is a powerful method of bringing awareness to the conscious mind of the deeper activities of the autonomic nervous system. "Somato-Emotional Release" is an option that Dr. Upledger describes as potentially very important. See information on treatment program they offered to Vietnam veterans (Healing Combat Trauma: the Healing Hands Project).
Family Constellation Therapy: [more info] I have taken many of these classes which are therapeutic events regarding the experience of one's place in the flow of love and nurture through the generations. I have found it useful for my own life, and have seen its benefits for many participants of "constellations". Click picture to go to site of Matthew Blom and see the video. The video gives a glimpse into the results of this work.
Visit site of Stephan Hausner, facilitator, frequent visitor/teacher in USA. Visit site of Sheila Saunders, RN, LMFT, facilitator and sponsor of Stephan Hausner's visit.
Biological Dental assessment: [described on this site]: Performed by a Biological Dentist (a good choice locally may be a member of IAOMT) To assess for benefits of dental revision. Also for cavitational osteonecrosis that often develops after extractions.
Acupuncture Treatment Options: I write about the emotional correlations of acupuncture Organs on the meridian system: [click here]. There are over 2 million findings with Google search for Acupuncture and Mental Health. Articles [I plan to include additional ones]: Acupuncture: A Valuable Adjunct Therapy; Michael O. Smith, M.D., D.Ac. (He is a psychiatrist and the article is about addictions but it is a valuable presentation about acupuncture and mental health.) Book: I recently read Acupuncture is Like Noodles, about the mental health benefits of acupuncture in a group setting. I could write more about acupuncture [read more here], but I want to make it clear here that acupuncture has a very practical benefit and the patient does not need to spend a lot of time learning about theory. As the book, Acupuncture is Like Noodles, puts it, acupuncture should be widely available and not be seen as a high-priced medical treatment (they describe "Zen-Golden Needle Acupuncture", or "White-Coat Acupuncture", delivered at high cost and not used frequently, or not used at all by those with low incomes). My own scientific explanation of acupuncture includes the social benefits of the Autonomic Nervous System (see Three-Level Autonomic Nervous System information), and I see acupuncture as an experience of both a focus on one's own physical body with at the same time a connection to the nurturing energy of the universe and human family that surrounds them. (See Science and Spirituality.) I often fall asleep when I am receiving acupuncture, and sleep is a very good state for the healing process to work without the interference of the mind.
Also recommended by Dr. Wilson: A) Medical Heilkunst program: [described on this site] Integrated program of counseling and homeopathic/herbal treatment of fear states: Under the care of one of the graduates of the Hahnemann College for Heilkunst & Homeopathy (www.Homeopathy.com). This program includes information from Rudolf Steiner, Wilhelm Reich, Samuel Hahnemann. The program is known as Medical Heilkunst to honor Dr. Hahnemann who wrote das Organon Der Heilkunst. B) Biofeedback: Such as HeartMathTM biofeedback, from www.HeartMath.com stress reduction device (emWave). More details on treatments mentioned above Dr. Gant's BioFunctional Psychology program: The laboratory results are assessed and long-term nutritional intervention follow-up program instituted. They coordinate other treatments that may be discovered by laboratory testing such as for heavy metal burden and parasites/gastric flora dysbiosis. Psychiatric medications are acceptable. Dr. Gant supports Dr. Amen's work and the program of Brain Mapping/NeuroGeniSys.
"Brain Mapping" and NeuroGeniSys program: Mental exercises, biofeedback program instituted (some in-office, some at-home). There is an optional at-home online Internet brain exercise program. This is crucial for deepening the neural path activation for the adult brain and leaving the "survival brain" pathways quiescent. The deepening of the neural pathways has required 30 or more sessions to prevent the relapses that have been seen if people attempt to reduce the number of sessions.
Amen Clinic: Clinics in Washington DC and Seattle areas. I met with Dr. Joseph Annibali, the Chief Psychiatrist at the Reston, VA, branch of the Amen Clinics. Their psychiatrists review the SPECT scan and give the report and make recommendations for both psychiatric medications and nutritional interventions that have been shown to improve the brain activity pattern discovered. Several of their staff have also experienced the "Brain Mapping" and Neurotherapy treatment of the Crossroads program. This does include a short-acting radioactive tracer, so there is some degree of stress to the body from that; however, the heavy metal detoxification measures can help to reduce these after the study.
Relox Therapy: Provided at the office where I work (www.NIHAdc.com), by Bruce Rind, M.D. (see Brain Injury Therapies section). Treats diminished brain cell activity post head/body trauma, even decades post the event, by rapid infusion of nutrients while receiving oxygen, thus restoring cell activity "set point" and improving activity. This has been verified with SPECT scan at the Amen Clinic. I highly recommend this.
Heavy metal detoxification: Mercury dental fillings leak Mercury and this can lead to multi-system interference in susceptible people. Mercury can interrupt many physiological and mental functions. Dr. Gant's program includes a focus on heavy metal detoxification.
Dental factors: Patients often have osteonecrosis and other concerns that biological dentists can address. Many patients have absorbed Mercury from their dental fillings; even if these have been replaced, the tissues of the body store Mercury and it is not subject to a natural excretion pathway, needing to be actively removed with a program such as our dentist provide. More information is in the clinic's Library: Biological Dentistry section: Library at National Integrated Health Associates.
Integrated program of counseling and homeopathic/herbal treatment: Under the care of one of the graduates of the Hahnemann College for Heilkunst & Homeopathy (www.Homeopathy.com). This program includes information from Rudolf Steiner, Wilhelm Reich, and Samuel Hahnemann. The program is known as Medical Heilkunst.
Other Support: Social support and encouragement, with awareness of the warnings from Dr. McKenzie about never talking to the patient as if they were a child, and never saying or using gestures that could be interpreted as disapproving. Important Alert: If anyone begins treating someone with schizophrenia, there is important wisdom from the field of German Homeopathy. After extensive case management over many decades Dr. Hans Reckeweg developed the model known as Homotoxicology. The Homotoxicology table gives some sobering information about possible developments once a person begins the healing process from schizophrenia [see the bottom row]. Click on the picture to go to the Homotoxicology description page.
Post-Combat Behavioral Health: Certificate program from Alliant International University
This is the information that I originally viewed. It may still be
offered. You can contact them.
CEU Certificate:
If you want to receive a certificate of continuing education units
for each course there is a $35 fee per certificate. Send me an email
if you want CEU’s and I will send you a payment registration form.
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Special Announcement from Alliant International University
Special Announcement from Alliant International University
Dear Give an Hour Providers: ---------------------------------------
[From Eric Melendez:
(emelendez@alliant.edu)
Hello Ralph,
Here is what you need so you can get started:
Thank you for taking time as a Give an Hour volunteer to receive
additional training in post-combat behavioral health. We are
providing you with listening access to the following courses:
Introduction to PTSD for Clinicians
(3 hours)
Introduction to Traumatic Brain Injury for Clinicians
(6 hours)
Introduction to Military Culture for Clinicians
(5 hours)
Introduction to Vets Benefits for Clinicians
(1.5 Hours)
Web Stories: Military Talk.
(2 hours)
Here is how you can access the Post-Combat Behavioral Health
courses:…
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