AcuDetox/NADA Ear (Auricular) Acupuncture Training with Juan Cortez and Masha Schmidt teaches the history, method, and application of the NADA protocol.
The NADA Protocol is practiced with the placement of 5 small acupuncture needles into specific points on the ear to help with stress reduction, detoxification, and improve healing. It can be easily practiced in settings designed to aid behaviorial health, disaster relief, and managing substance use by reducing withdrawal symptoms when detoxing. This non verbal approach can be utilized anywhere that folks can come together in a room.
DAY 1:
What is NADA?
History of Lincoln Detox / acupuncture and social justice
Acupuncture and harm reduction/ working with stigmatized populations
NADA for stress and Trauma
Clinical settings and outreach
Substance use
Evidence based treatments Western approach/Eastern Approach
Abstinence and harm reduction approaches to substance use
Working with people actively using drugs.: DO’s and DONT’s
The importance of Safety, intent and point location
Overview of Blood borne pathogens HIV, HEP C, HEP B
Needle stick procedure . Clean needle techniques. Handling and disposing of sharps.
Creating a safe space hygienic practices/ counting needles etc.
Inclusion , diversity and healing
Learning the 5 points, locations, and benefits
Demonstration of the NADA protocol
Students practice on each other
DAY 2:
Review and Practice
Introduction on the use of beads, magnets and seeds.
Incorporating music and aroma therapy to the NADA protocol.
Self care/How to avoid burn out
How to build a resource guide for referrals
DAYS 3-5:
Clinical practice of 40 required treatments - to be scheduled at the training. (Students will be given 30 days to complete the required treatment’s and completion.)
NADA legislation varies by State. Please look up the scope of practice laws regarding NADA in your State.
Registering for the NADA training:
The total cost for the training is $700 ($500 for classroom portion, $100 for NADA membership fees, $100 for supplies and a take home kit). The cost of the training also includes supervision and supplies for the 40 practice treatments.
To inquire about scholarships, please email us.
Learn more about The National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA)
This training does not guarantee ADS certification. To qualify for certification as an Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist (ADS), you will need to:
Complete the classroom training hours Oct 21 + 22
Complete 40 supervised practice treatments
Attend an addiction support group (for example an open 12 step group)
Become a member of AcuDetox and submit your signed application form
To sign up for the training, please reach out to Juan at: Jaysalsa1@yahoo.com // Cell 347-876-3530
For more info:
Dope is Death : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ua-m7AANkQ4
Bonus video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pq9fX49V3ao&t=2s