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GFW PTSD Home | Site Map
Gift From Within
PTSD Resources for Survivors and Caregivers
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Video/DVD/CD Homepage
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1. Frank Ochberg, M.D. on PTSD
Frank Ochberg, M.D., is one of the pioneers in the study of victims and Post-Traumatic stress. In this video, he clearly communicates an understanding of the after effects of violent trauma and the healing process for its victims. The first step in recovery from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is recognizing the pattern of symptoms and overcoming fear, confusion and stigma. Case histories, photographs and film images are artistically blended to illustrate important points. The philosophy of PostTraumatic Therapy is explained and several intervention techniques are discussed, including the "counting method" for recovering and mastering traumatic memories. This educational video summarizes and expands upon Dr. Ochberg's books, and articles particularly, Post-Traumatic Therapy, and Victims of Violence. © 1993
40 minutes VHS and DVD - $40.00.
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2. Frank Ochberg, M.D. on PTT: The Counting Method
Traumatic memories invade the consciousness of those who suffer PTSD, presenting a profound challenge for the survivor and for the posttraumatic therapist. In this 25 minute videotape, Dr. Frank Ochberg explains and models his Counting Method for mastering flashbacks and intrusive recollections. This method is a powerful yet simple tool in the armamentarium of PTT - post-traumatic therapy. Recorded during an extraordinary training seminar for Michigan State University psychiatry residents, this video documents a specific technique and a collegial, collaborative relationship between psychotherapist and client, midway through a long-term, multifaceted out-patient treatment. Recommended for professional use only! © 1993
25 minutes VHS and DVD - $40.00.
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3. PTSD In Children: Move In the Rhythm of the Child
The third in a series of videotapes, this video explains the circumstances, symptoms and therapy techniques for childhood Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. The video features five noted PTSD specialists:
Dr. Kathleen Nader, D. S. W.
Erwin R. Parson, Ph. D.
Angie Panos, Ph.D, CEAP
Carl C. Bell, M. D.
Frank M. Ochberg, M. D.
Primarily intended for health professionals and school personnel, this sixty-minute video provides information on the study of PTSD in children and its relevance in our communities.© 1995
40 minutes VHS and DVD- $40.00.
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4. When Helping Hurts: Sustaining Trauma Workers
When Helping Hurts: Sustaining Trauma Workers with Dr. Charles Figley was produced for trauma workers, relief workers and those exposed to trauma due to their professions or work as volunteers. This program outlines the symptoms of Secondary Traumatization and Compassion Fatigue. Six noted therapists discuss ways of recognizing these conditions in yourself and others, and the means of treatment and prevention.© 1998
The US Army uses this program as part of their Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program.
50 minute version: $75.00 (VHS or DVD)
Order Video.View Video Clips: When Helping Hurts: Sustaining Trauma Workers:
Video Clip 1: What is Compassion Fatigue
Video Clip 2: Direct & Secondary Exposure
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4b. When Helping Hurts: Preventing and Treating Compassion Fatigue
Compassion Fatigue is a hazard to the helping professionals that deal with traumatic events. This film heightens awareness of the symptoms and risks of Compassion Fatigue. New information about prevention, resilience and treatment is presented. Specific strategies on awareness, lifestyle balance and connecting with others are given to assist trauma workers. Experts Frank Ochberg, M.D., Charles Figley, Ph.D., John Wilson, Ph.D., Carl Bell, M.D., Atle Dyregrov, Ph.D. and Angie Panos, Ph.D. offer their own stories and advice on dealing with Compassion Fatigue.
RT:17 Minutes and appropriate for workshops, trainings, and classroom.
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Video Clip 1: What is Compassion Fatigue
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5. Recovering From Traumatic Events: The Healing Process
This educational video will present recovered survivors and therapists discussing their experiences with the healing process after traumatic events.This film will sensitively present insight into the impact of trauma in the survivor's life, however, the main focus of the film is on what helped or did not help them during their healing process.
The video is useful to both therapists and survivors in guiding their recovery efforts in a positive direction. Family members and community will also learn how they can assist in the recovery of their friends, loved ones and neighbors. A ten minute version suitable for trainings and workshops is included in the professional version. © 2001
Professional Version: 33 Minutes, includes
10 min. presentation - $65.00 (VHS or DVD. Closed captioned in VHS only)
Survivor Version: 23 Minutes - $30.00 (VHS or DVD. Closed captioned in VHS only)
Both the US Army and US Air Force use this program as part of their Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Programs.
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6. Living with PTSD: Lessons for Partners, Friends and Supporters
This videotape is valuable for those who care about the PTSD sufferer in their life. It explains what PTSD is, why it is important to learn about this medical disorder, what you can do to help, ways to treat it, how to deal with the caregiver burden and how PTSD affects the family and other relationships.
Survivors of trauma often have difficulty believing that they will ever recover. This film provides a realistic message of hope and teaches family members and community how they can assist in the recovery process.
Running Time: l8 minutes. Closed Captioned
$30.00 plus shipping. Available in VHS, DVD (cc in VHS only) © 2004
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7. Explaining PTSD is part of Treating PTSD: Lessons for Mental Health Professionals
Explaining PTSD is essential in treating PTSD. In this program, two experts, Dr. Frank Ochberg and Dr. Angie Panos, give new therapists, and therapists new to PTSD insightful and thoughtful suggestions about explaining the condition. Their approach includes educating patients, significant others, caregivers, and the general public. They do this without becoming either too technical or too superficial, but in a supportive, consistent, enthusiastic, and friendly manner.
Dr. Ochberg models describing PTSD to your patient and Dr. Panos discusses how to explain the causes of PTSD to a general audience.
Running Time: 24 minutes.
$48.00 plus shipping. Available in VHS, DVD © 2005
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8. Survival From Domestic Violence: Stories of Hope and Healing
Gift From Within is pleased to announce the exclusive rights to distribute "Survival From Domestic Violence: Stories of Hope and Healing." The film was produced by Dr. Angie Panos, a board member of Gift From Within. Dr. Panos has more than twenty years experience in traumatic stress treatment, dealing with war refugees, domestic violence, victims of rape, and child abuse.
This film presents stories of women who transformed their lives after living through domestic violence. The steps they took to create safety, build a support system and find independence are described. Through their first hand accounts they give other victims hope that healing and recovery is possible.
Running Time: 14 minutes.
$30.00 plus shipping. Available in VHS, DVD © 2005
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9. Resiliency After Violent Death: Lessons for Caregivers - Now $50
The purpose of this program is to provide clinicians, social workers, clergy and caregivers engaged in long term support with families after a violent death, helpful strategies to diminish the emotional distress of violent dying bereavement.This program demonstrates how to shift the psychological focus from the drama and the spectacle of violent dying for loved ones "stuck" in their bereavement and to shift the caregivers' attention from an over emphasis on crisis support to the longer term psychological and spiritual needs of loved ones - months and years after the violent death. The panel members, Dr. Ted Rynearson, Dr. Charles Figley, Dr. Alison Salloum and Janice Harris Lord, ACSW discuss three common, psychological responses to a violent death.
RT: Panel Discussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47:32 Minutes
RT:Two Clinical Interviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62:09 Minutes
© Gift from Within, 2006
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10. Surviving Trauma & Tragedy: Lessons For Future Physicians & Mental Health Professionals
Winner of the 2007 Freddie Award in Psychiatry
Victims of violence often feel shame, self-blame and rejection. Some develop Posttraumatic Stress Disorder; a psychological wounding that is oftentimes unrecognized and misunderstood. This compelling program, filmed in a live classroom setting at Michigan State University is a unique teaching tool for educators in the health field. Aimed at medical students it is also equally suited for nurses and allied health professionals.The audience is the Class of 2007, College of Human Medicine, at MSU. The speakers are trauma survivors, members of the Michigan Victim Alliance, discussing details of personal traumatic events that led to their being diagnosed with PTSD. Their stories will help future health professionals realize how important doctors, nurses and members of the medical team can be in the diagnostic and recovery process for survivors of extreme trauma.
Copyright 2006 Michigan Victim Alliance. DVD. $50.00. RT: 82 minutes.
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11. Audio CD: Sage Advice for Trauma Survivors and Caregivers with Dr. Frank Ochberg
This CD is sensitive, friendly, and informational. It was produced for trauma survivors, their loved ones, and friends. It is a conversation with Dr. Frank Ochberg, the Founder of Gift From Within and a leading expert in the mental health field since the 1960's, and Joyce Boaz, the Executive Director. The discussion is based on questions Joyce has received from trauma survivors, families, and the Gift from Within community. Topics include the description of PTSD for the lay person, types of events that cause PTSD, what should a sufferer of PTSD know about the disorder, post trauma issues, the role of the caregiver, work place issues, the trauma memory system versus the normal memory system, and much more.
Dr. Ochberg is a psychiatrist and former associate director of the National Institute of Mental Health. He is one of the team members who wrote the medical definition for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and a recipient of a lifetime achievement award from the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies. 58 minutes. $l5.00.
Contact Joyce for multiple copy discounts for volunteers, staff and workshops.
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12. Audio CD: Sage Advice for Therapists New to Treating PTSD Clients with Dr. Frank Ochberg
What should new therapists know about PTSD to being helping their patients? Does the type of trauma determine the type of therapy? How do you determine what approach is going to work best for the patient? How does gender affect the PTSD occurrence and treatment? This CD is a unique opportunity to benefit from the experience of Dr. Frank Ochberg, a leading expert in the mental health field since the 1960's. Dr. Ochberg is a psychiatrist and former associate director of the National Institute of Mental Health. He is one of the team members who wrote the medical definition for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and a recipient of a lifetime achievement award from the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies. 36 Minutes. $l5.00.
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