FND Essentials
Empowering Clinicians in Confident and Collaborative Care
Transform Your FND Care with Confidence and Evidence-Based Approaches
Empower your practice with tools, insights, and a collaborative approach to Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) care.
Led by experienced FND clinicians Daniella Siciliano (Clinical Psychologist) and Liz Pearson (Physiotherapist), this series combines decades of clinical expertise and lived experience to empower you with the tools and knowledge you need to move forward.
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What You’ll Learn in This Course:
Gain the skills and knowledge to:
- Understand FND through a biopsychosocial framework.
- Build confidence in managing complex FND cases.
- Apply evidence-based strategies to improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Develop personalised recovery roadmaps for your patients.
- Utilise time-saving templates to streamline confident care.
Who This Course is For:
This course is ideal for:
- Clinicians new to FND care looking to build confidence.
- Experienced practitioners seeking the latest evidence-based strategies.
- Allied health professionals aiming to enhance their collaborative care approach.
What's Included?
- 4 Pre-recorded Webinars: Covering foundational FND concepts, recovery approaches, and a ready to implement treatment model.
- 2 Pre-recorded mentoring Q&A Sessions: Interactive sessions to engage with other clinicians, clarify concepts, and address your questions.
- Downloadable Resources: Customisable and ready to integrate into your practice ASAP: Participant Handbook and Workbook, assessment templates, treatment planning guides, communication templates and the FND formulation tool.
- Real-World Case Studies: Hands-on learning to apply your knowledge effectively.
- Collaborative Goal-Setting Tools: Learn to align patient goals with multidisciplinary team efforts.
Course Modules Overview
Module 1
Foundations of FND
What is FND? - Biopsychosocial framework and 3 P’s model.
The 'Perfect Storm"
Identifying risk factors and common presentations.
Clinical formulation
Real-world case studies
Module 2
Psychoeducation, Formulation & Confidently Communicating the Diagnosis
Answering Why Me? for clients
Presenting a formulation that guides the treatment plan
How to confidently explain FND to clients (and families)
Introducing The FND Smartphone Model
Addressing shame, fear, and confusion
MDT collaborative language
Module 3
Mentoring Q&A Session
Pre-recorded interactive clinician discussions after Weeks 1 & 2 to solidify learning and reflect on your own clinical practice
Module 4
The Recovery Approach
Education, support networks, and evidence-based strategies
Care coordinator role (and how to do it well)
Collaborative goal setting
Applying the recovery approach in an MDT
FND-informed treatment
Integrated formulation
Module 5
Navigating FND Recovery and Expectations
Beyond symptom management: mind-body reconnection.
Framing as disorder of agency
Readiness for change
Developing hope and future oriented mindset
Resetting the nervous system
MDT goal settings
Managing relapse planning
Module 6
Mentoring Q&A Session
Pre-recorded interactive discussions after Week 4 and 5 to solidify course learning, clarify concepts, and address questions.
Why Choose This Course?
- Evidence-Based Approaches: Stay up-to-date as you translate FND research into action
- Practical Tools: Gain resources you can immediately apply in your practice- for you, your patients and your FND MDT
- Flexible Learning: Access pre-recorded webinars at your convenience
- FND- Experienced Instructors: Learn from Daniella Siciliano and Liz Pearson, leaders in FND care with decades of clinical and lived FND experience.
Together, Daniella and Elizabeth are committed to providing a warm, supportive, and expert-led environment to help you navigate the challenges of FND with confidence and hope.
Dr. Daniella Siciliano shares nearly 20 years of experience as a Clinical Psychologist, Daniella Siciliano is a dedicated therapist with a special interest and expertise in Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) and somatic symptoms. Her passion lies in helping individuals navigate the complexities of FND, empowering them to overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful recovery. Daniella’s compassionate approach and deep understanding of the mind-body connection make her a trusted guide for those seeking clarity and hope on their FND journey.
Elizabeth Pearson brings more than 30 years of expertise as a Physiotherapist, specialising in supporting women and individuals with neurological conditions. Through her holistic approach, Elizabeth combines yoga, Pilates, mindfulness, and health coaching to promote sustainable well-being and mental health. Her mission is to empower individuals to move from feeling frazzled to flourishing, offering practical tools and unwavering support to help them thrive. Her compassionate and personalised approach ensures that each client feels supported and equipped to navigate their unique FND challenges.
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Join our online FND Essentials Course and elevate your practice with confidence and collaboration.
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