A Unique and Exciting Opportunity to Learn Innovative Mind/Body Skills and Techniques Presented by: Niravi B. Payne, M.S. Ms. Payne is an internationally recognized pioneer in the field of reproductive health; and, author of the Whole Person Fertility Program: A Revolutionary Mind/Body Process to Help You Conceive.

Who should attend: Clinical Psychologists, Marriage & Family Councelors, Clinical Social Workers, Psychiatrists, Mental Health Councelors, Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Acupuncturists & Midwives "Women are almost never told how their family histories, beliefs, and emotions can affect their fertility (as well as their general health). Knowing this information can be very empowering." Christiane Northrup, M.D., Author of Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom Whole Person Fertility Program offers a cornucopia of suggestions and methods by which men and women can enhance their natural fertility and conceive, eventually giving birth. Payne and Richardson's portrayals of couples that have used this approach are informative, provocative and moving. Mind-body programs have had positive results when applies to both sickness and health: thanks to this inspiring book, they can now play a role in the initiation of life itself." -Stanley Krippner, PH.D., Professor of Psychology, Saybrook Institute-The Mythic Path and Spiritual Dimensions of Healing

Purpose of the Training Course A new vision in women's health care today is emerging, challenging the age-old separation of mind and body in the healing process. This split undergirds the reproductive crisis of today! A women's family history and unresolved in utero and childhood experiences not only affects her general health, well-being and her ability to conceive; but, also the health and well-being of the unborn child as well. The significant impact of the "Trail Blazing Baby Boomers" and their revolutionary decision to delay childbearing 10 to 15 years, calls for unique therapeutic approaches to meet the psychophysiological consequences of this decision. Participants in this innovative and challenging course will experience a markedly different approach to the complex factors that govern one's fertility as well as a wide range of emotional and physical symptoms. We will explore the interrelationship of multigenerational emotional processes, attitudes and belief systems that affect the reproductive process. Whether used on its own or with medical fertility treatments, the Whole Person Fertility Program offers a broader view of fertility and is intended to heal the split between emotions and bodily responses. This program has been responsible for assisting thousands of women and men worldwide in their efforts to conceive. This course goes beyond symptom treatment, offering powerful skills and techniques to assist practitioners in identifying and working through multigenerational patterns and beliefs that affect one's ability to conceive, one's general health and well-being and the health and well-being of the unborn child. Dr. Sarah Berga, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, stated that fertility can be restored in some women by the use of behavioral therapy, thus avoiding recourse to expensive medicines and complex procedures. Dr. Berga presented her work at the 22nd annual conference of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology in Prague, Czech Republic on Tuesday, the Second of June, 2006. "Even if our conscious mind is not aware of what we are feeling about an event, person or experience, the body is registering its reaction. Exploring all feelings involved in becoming pregnant is an essential part of the process of conception: maintaining a pregnancy; safeguarding the quality of the fetus's in-utero experience: the labor and delivery process, and creating conscious parenting."     -Niravi B. Payne

Practice Sessions Due to the experiential nature of this Training Course, participants should be prepared to engage in a significant amount of respectful self-application. At the same time, this is not a therapeutic or personal growth program but rather a professional and educational endeavor. Continuing Education Credit Continuing Education credits have been approved by the Florida Department of Health, Board of Psychology and the Florida Department of Health, Board of Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling. Photoanalysis To participate please bring photos of you and your family at an early age. Special Events Scenic Luncheon Boat Trip Candlelighting Ceremony Saturday Night Dinner "The Whole Person Fertility Program is a unique book, the first in the field of reproductive health to call for a broader vision... a vision that goes beyond biology and whether or not one has a biological child. Fertility is not a medical condition; it is a lifelong relationship with oneself." Joan Boryseno, Ph.D., Author of A Woman's Book of Life

Course Highlights: (Partial Listing) Exploring the Science of Emotions, Memory and Physiological Responses (Principles of PNI) Mind/Body Intercommunication MAP in Reproduction and Other Physiological Processes: Mind/Body Health, Attitudinal & Lifestyle Profile Whole Person Fertility Program:          Pre & Perinatal Psychology Studies:             The impact of early imprinting on later attitudes,behavior, and emotions          Early Childhood Experiences vs. Genetics:             What does one's childhood have to do with fertility and other             health-related issues          Ephistogram:             A hands-on experience of a powerful, in-depth process offering a             step-by-step guide for identifying and working through conscious             and unconscious emotionally-based issues that can interfere             with conception Who Says I Am Too Old: Breaking Through Age Barriers Ambivalence: Yes/No/Maybe? Ending the Cycle of Blame: Self/Body/Mates Processes to Increase the Effectiveness of One's Natural Ability to Conceive As Well As Medical Fertility Treatments Menstrual, Ovulatory and Low Sperm Problems: The Emotional Connection Miscarriages, Secondary Fertility Difficulties: The Emotional Connection Healing Processes: Abortions and Miscarriages Processes to Carry a Pregnancy to Term/Processes to Assist the Natural Birthing Process Photoanalysis Impact of Acupuncture and Other Alternative Therapies Assisted Reproductive Technology: An Overview: Glossary of Terms Review of Current Mind/Body Research Challenges to the current damaging language of the fertility industry (e.g. infertility, sterility, advanced maternal age, and unexplained infertility) 10 Step Healing Journey to Pregnancy

Meet the Faculty More about Niravi Niravi brings a high level of energy, wisdom and inspiration as she delivers exciting, provocative and highly informative presentations. As a psychotherapist for over 20 years, she is a leader in the mind/body field of reproductive health. She has been interviewed extensively, and published by major magazines. Niravi has a Masters of Science degree from Hunter College, with postgraduate training at Columbia and New York Universities. She is certified by the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists; and, is a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, the Association for Pre and Perinatal Psychology and Health, the Biofeedback Society of New York, the Association for Humanistic Psychology, the International Women Writers Guild; and, appeared in the World Who's Who of Women. "In the process of working through painful childhood experiences and family conflicts, it is possible to create a healthy new inner life, a new life together as a couple and, a new life in the form of a baby. This awesome revelation has led me to become totally committed to empowering women and men to take charge of their reproductive lives, their health and well-being." - Niravi B. Payne Paloma Ibarra, Ph.D. Dr. Ibarra is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in fertility and other health-related issues from a mind/body perspective. She earned her doctorate at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship in the area of Women's Health at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. She has conducted research in the mind/body field and has published a number of articles in professional journals. Dr. Ibarra is currently working with Niravi Payne in the Whole Person Professional Training Institute and the National/International Consultation Service. In addition, she maintains a private practice in Sarasota, Florida, and is a member of the medical Staff at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. As a native of Spain, Dr. Ibarra is proficient in Spanish as well as English, and is experienced with providing psychological services to Latino/Hispanic clients. Gail Owgang, MA; MSW; CSW Gail Owgang is a Whole Person Fertility Specialist and has worked with Niravi for the past 12 years. She has a private practice in Manhattan and Northern New Jersey providing cutting edge psychodynamic psychotherapy and a high level of compassion and insight for women and couples. Jeanette Bevilacqua, Ed.D, ARNP BC, CBP, CM Dr. Bevilacqua is a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Mental Health Nursing and is licensed as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in Florida. She has maintained a full time holistic psychotherapy practice after a 20 year career as a Professor of Nursing at various universities with a special interest in Family Dynamics and Human Sexuality. Dr. Bevilacqua has expanded beyond traditional Talk Therapy Techniques by including BodyTalk, a non-invasive energy medicine technique that balances the mind/body continuum. In addition to her clinical practice she is a BodyTalk instructor and teaches nationally and internationally.

For more information and training program brochures: Call 1-800-666-HEAL or 239-463-5080 email: niravi@aol.com