Wendy Nickerson – Highly Sensitive Person Certification Training Program
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Summary
• Wendy Nickerson – Highly Sensitive Person Certification Training ProgramIn the late 1990’s the Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS) trait (also known as Highly Sensitive Person or HSP) was identified by Dr. Elaine Aron and colleagues.
• Affecting 15-20% of the population, this trait has a strong influence on the ability to interact and thrive in the everyday world as common stimuli from the environment produce uncommon reactivity in the nervous system of HSPs, resulting in biological and psychological challenges.
• Many clients are being treated for depression and anxiety without acknowledgement or treatment of their underlying SPS/HSP trait.
• This is crucial to their overall psychological health and recovery.Course InformationWho should take this course?
• This course has been designed for mental health professionals including psychologists, counselors, therapists, licensed clinical social workers.Healthcare professionals such as general practitioner doctors, nurses/nurse practitioners, long-term caregivers, and massage therapists will benefit from much of the course content.Non-healthcare professionals such as teachers and school guidance counselors will benefit from much of the course content – and supplemental materials.This course is NOT intended for non-professionals, highly sensitive individuals, or parents of highly sensitive children.Why become HSP Certified?30-50% of therapy clientsare HSPs struggling with depression, anxiety and other mental challengesIdentifying as an HSP relieves many psychosomatic issuesThe methods & support for HSPs are different and far more effective than what is appropriate for other clientsMore people are learning about and identifying as Highly Sensitive, and are seeking support from specialized professionals.Getting certified with the Nickerson Institute provides an opportunities to grow your HSP clientele via two online directories.What you’ll learn…Training topics included in the 10 hour certification programOverview of Sensory Processing SensitivityThe history, assessments and mistaken conditionsThe Neurological Process & Physiological Challenges of HSPsHow does an HSP’s brain work and why does it affect their physical health?The Psychology of HSPsand how the trait impacts childhood development and adult socializationThe Social-Emotional Challenges of HSPsWhy identity, boundaries and relationships are difficult and tools to help your clientsHSP Self-Care: Motivating your Client and Avoiding PitfallsCommon triggers, behavioral habits and self-care toolsIn-Session Practices & Traditional Therapy MethodsPractical steps to a productive session, learning the HSP cues and what they mean, and using vocabularyAlternative Therapy Methods and SpiritualityEastern mind-body practices, energy psychology techniques and spiritual developmentCourse Review8 Key take-aways including downloadable summary guideCourse ObjectivesAt the end of the course, the participant will…Understand how to assess the sensitivity trait in their clientsIdentify common mistaken conditions and characteristicsDemonstrate an understanding of the neurological process of sensory processing sensitivityIdentify HSP’s common mental challenges and therapeutic needsImplement multiple appropriate therapy methodsPossess tools that stimulate positive change in the client’s wellbeingInstructor InformationThe principle instructor of this program is Dr. Wendy Nickerson, founder of the Nickerson Institute for Integrative Health Training, Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Canada and the United States, university instructor to graduate students in Counselling Education and Behavioral Health Sciences, and author of “Wild Women Never Get The Blues”. You can read Dr. Nickerson’s full bio on this page.The supporting instructor is Jeannette Folan, integrative health coach, author, educator and advocate for Highly Sensitive people.