Course Outline
Welcome!
The Brain Connex Therapy Certification & Training Program consists of 8 weeks of self-guided modules + private Facebook group for professionals to connect.
Over the course of 8 weeks you will learn:
How to assess, test, and integrate the core primitive reflexes.
The benefits of adding neurodevelopmental movements and how to apply them.
How to identify if a child has an imbalance in their brain hemispheres.
How to treat a brain imbalance using sensory stimulation and progressions to that stimulation.
How to differentiate which program works best for which child.
How to assess, test, and integrate five additional primitive reflexes.
Research on primitive reflex integration and brain balance techniques.
How to put all the information together to create your own program, online course, or apply within your practice setting.
Course Outline
MODULE ONE: In Module One we present education in brain development and primitive reflex integration and how it's related to the sensory systems and treatment for children with developmental delays, neurological conditions, and learning challenges. Research that supports its use and the difference between a neurologically-based approach vs. traditional therapies.
MODULE TWO: In Module Two we learn how to test, assess symptoms, and integrate the primitive reflexes that are inherently connected with the sensory systems via vestibular and visual input: Moro, Fear Paralysis, Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex, Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex, and Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex.
MODULE THREE: In Module Three we learn how to test, assess symptoms, and integrate additional primitive reflexes that are inherently connected with the sensory systems via the Tactile systems and whole body coordination: Rooting Reflex, Palmar Reflex, Babinski, Spinal Galant, and Landau.
MODULE FOUR: In Module Four we present additional treatments, and a few additional reflexes, that can support proper neurological development. These treatments are helpful for some children to activate reflexes through neuro-developmental movement. We include education in neuro-developmental movements, basic rhythmic movements and vision exercises.
MODULE FIVE: In Module Five we introduce Brain Hemispheric Integration, or what many refer to as "brain balance" history and techniques. You'll learn how to use the hemispheric checklist along with physical traits to identify a brain imbalance. What we present in this module is based on training with Dr. Robert Melillo.
MODULE SIX: In Module Six we learn how to stimulate the weaker brain hemisphere to create balance by engaging the sensory systems; visual, auditory, tactile, vestibular, proprioceptive, and smell. We present simple techniques that can be done with minimal equipment (good for home treatment) as well as more advanced techniques that require more expensive equipment (good for clinic treatment).
MODULE SEVEN: In Module Seven we present cerebellar activities that connect right to left brain to achieve full horizontal & vertical integration in the body system. These activities are numerous -- we lay the groundwork for what needs to be involved in the movement so you can be creative with your clients activities. We also dig a little deeper into Brain Lifestyle Optimization and it's importance in neuroplasticity.
MODULE EIGHT: In Module Eight we put all of the information together and discuss how treatment can look in-person and virtually. We discuss FAQ's about how to educate parents on the movements, how to motivate un-motivated children, and how to individualize programs for children based on case studies we'll discuss.