For over 15 years, I have been working with patients who fall under the umbrella of Functional Neurological Disorders (FND)—though we didn’t call them that back then. Patients were labeled with terms like Conversion Disorder, Worried Well, or Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS). It was a frustrating time for patients and clinicians alike, as the tools we had were limited, and many existing theories focused on beliefs rather than evidence. At the time, much of the thinking around these conditions was shaped by outdated theories, often implying the symptoms were “all in their head,” which alienated and traumatized patients and made effective treatment a challenge.
The good news is that times have changed. Advances in neuroscience have transformed our understanding of the mind-body connection, and with that progress, we now have better tools and approaches to help patients diagnosed with FND. Don’t get me wrong—it’s still hard work. But what used to feel impossible now feels achievable, and the outcomes we can help patients achieve are deeply rewarding.
In this training, I’ll share practical, evidence-based insights from my years of experience to help you confidently recognize and treat FND in a way that supports your patients and builds trust in their care.
- Sherrie All, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
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| File type | File name | Number of pages | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual - The Psychology of FND (2.3 MB) | 33 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
| FND 3 Ps Clinician Version (648.3 KB) | Available after Purchase | ||
| FND Soft Skills Script Pack (322.8 KB) | Available after Purchase | ||
| FND 3Ps Patient Handout (633.2 KB) | Available after Purchase |
Sherrie All, PhD, is a neuropsychologist and an engaging speaker and writer whose expertise in the principles of neuroscience, functional neuroanatomy, and diagnostics give her a unique insight into the correlation between mental health disorders, therapeutic approaches, and what happens to the brain itself.
Dr. All is the owner of the Chicago Center for Cognitive Wellness where she combines her strong background in CBT with mindfulness techniques, motivational interviewing and dynamic interpretations to help her clients manage depression, stress, anxiety, mental illness and cognitive challenges. A trained neuropsychologist who received her PhD from Rosalind Franklin University, she also brings her detailed understanding of the brain to uniquely address the needs of people with traumatic brain injuries, dementia, and other conditions.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Sherrie All is the owner of Chicago Center for Cognitive Wellness. She receives royalties as a published author. Sherrie All receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-Financial: Sherrie All is a member of the American Psychological Association. the Illinois Psychological Association, and the International Neuropsychological Society.
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Foundations of Functional Disorders
Conceptualizing Functional Disorders: The 3 Ps Framework
Barriers to Diagnosis and Care
Gold Standard Diagnosis (& mis-diagnosis)
Effective Communication with Patients
Alexithymia in FND
Case Study 1: Functional Motor Disorder in a Collegiate Athlete
Case Study 2: Persistent Post-Concussion Symptoms in an Office Worker
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