Are you passionate about helping others unlock their true potential? The Elite Brain Health Clinical Certification from Amen University empowers you with cutting-edge neuroscience tools to optimize brain health and create lasting improvements in mental health for your clients.
Transform Lives with Mental Health Coaching Certification
Who Should Enroll?
This program is ideal for qualified mental health professionals and clinicians who aspire to transform lives. Specifically designed for:
- Medical doctors and psychiatrists
- Nurses and therapists
- Psychologists and counselors
- Addiction specialists
- Neurologists and health practitioners
Any qualified professional in the field of mental health counseling seeking to advance their expertise and achieve a qualified mental health certification will benefit from this course.
What You'll Learn:
In this comprehensive 8-month program, participants dive deep into brain health science, informed by over 40 years of research by Dr. Daniel Amen. This certification not only fulfills mental health training needs but also prepares you to guide clients toward improved brain and mental health outcomes. Core learning highlights include:
Core Learning Highlights:
Learn how different brain systems influence behavior, cognition, emotions, and overall mental health.
Identify unique brain patterns and personalize coaching strategies to improve clients’ brain and mental health.
Address specific risk factors for brain and mental health, helping create targeted interventions.
Understand nutrition's impact on brain function, cognitive performance, and mental health.
Educate clients about supplements supporting cognitive function and mental health.
Enhance your coaching skills to create lasting improvements in brain and mental health.
Develop skills in educating others about brain health and facilitating group sessions focused on mental health.
Learn strategies to protect your own brain health and mental health while managing your practice.
Effectively market your services as a mental health professional.
Identify patterns correlating with cognitive and emotional conditions for improved mental health outcomes.
Learn to apply interventions targeted to specific brain-based mental health disorders.
Throughout the course, you'll also receive practical training in recommending exercises, nutrition education, and practical skills tailored to clients who need help with focus, mood, and cognitive enhancement. Case studies and brain research are used to illustrate key concepts, ensuring that you can apply your learning in real-world scenarios.
Included Resources:
- Comprehensive Curriculum: 32 modules over 8 months.
- Cohort-Based Learning: Peer-to-peer support with a mental health professional community.
- Lifetime Course Access: Ongoing access to course materials for professional growth in mental health.
- Exclusive Coaching Resources: Intake forms, evaluation packets, and digital resources focused on clinical mental health outcomes.
Strategies You'll Learn:
- Neuroscience-Based Coaching Techniques
- Personalized Brain and Mental Health Plans
- Neuroplasticity and Brain Rehabilitation
- Nutritional and Supplement-Based Mental Health Support
- Marketing Your Brain and Mental Health Coaching Services
- Preventing Burnout in Clinical Practice
Why Choose This Certification?
The Elite Brain Health Certification stands out due to its blend of neuroscience, nutrition, and coaching strategies, empowering you to make a meaningful impact on your clients’ brain and mental health.
Dr. Daniel Amen is the founder of Amen Clinics and a world-renowned psychiatrist, double board-certified in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. He is a pioneer in brain health and has conducted the world’s largest brain imaging study, with over 250,000 SPECT scans across patients from 155 countries. Dr. Amen has authored 19 national bestsellers, including Change Your Brain, Change Your Life, and has been featured in 18 Public Television specials viewed by millions. His revolutionary approach links brain health to mental health, helping to improve the lives of individuals suffering from ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more. Dr. Amen’s work with elite athletes, Oscar-winning actors, and corporate leaders has made him a trusted expert in peak brain performance.
Barbara Gustavson is an executive coach and brain health trainer, serving as an instructor and coaching expert for Amen University. She facilitates support calls for Dr. Amen’s students and graduates, empowering them to apply their brain health knowledge within their own communities. Barbara’s strengths-based approach, combined with her work with healthcare professionals and community leaders, focuses on improving well-being and preventing burnout. Barbara holds a BS in Business Management, is pursuing a Master’s in Psychology at Arizona State University, and has earned her Health Coach-in-Training certificate from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. She is also an author and an ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Certified Interface Presenter.
Heal Your Brain For A Better Life!
Secure your spot in the next cohort, classes start on May 19th, 2025.
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COURSES INCLUDE:
- 32 modules in 8 months, mix of live & self-paced
- Cohort group for support and encouragement
- Online community for social learning & networking
- Exclusive resources: intake forms, evals, workbook
- Mentor support for guidance & peer learning
- Lifetime course access
- Bonuses: teaching license, discounts, & resources
- 50 CE/CME credits
3 Monthly Payments
Secure your spot in the next cohort, classes start on May 19th, 2025.
COURSES INCLUDE:
- Coupon codes or discounts cannot be applied to payment plans or special offers
- Payment Plan Terms: 
$1,800 automatically debited/credited every 30 days, for the next 3-months
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Elite Brain Health Clinical Certification is intended for licensed clinicians (e.g., doctors, psychiatrists, therapists, Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHPs) who seek in-depth training in SPECT imaging and clinical applications for brain health. This certification enhances the expertise of QMHPs and other licensed professionals in delivering neuroscience-based mental health solutions.
- This program is designed for licensed healthcare providers, such as medical doctors, therapists, counselors, and nurse practitioners, who work directly with patients. You must hold a clinical license to practice. To register, simply click the "Register Now" button to begin your journey. Cohort spaces are limited, so secure your spot in the next cohort today and start transforming lives with your expertise in brain health.
The 50 CE credits awarded by this course are jointly provided by HMP Education and Amen Clinics, Inc. Click here to read full CE information
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Dr. Amen : Daniel G. Amen, MD is one of the most influential experts on brain health and mental health, propelling research with 11 Amen Clinics across the United States with the world’s largest database of brain scans for psychiatry.
He’s also the founder of BrainMD & Scan My Brain, has produced 17 National Public Television shows about the brain, and is a 12-time New York Times bestselling author. His research and methods have helped to train thousands of medical and mental health professionals, and now you can learn to apply his methods with our Elite Programs.
Approximately 8 months, with two modules released every other week. This program requires an estimated 2-4 hours per week.
Both programs are blended (about 95% asynchronous and 5% synchronous, virtual calls). You’ll complete pre-recorded video lectures, readings, and quizzes at your own pace, combined with live cohort sessions to enhance interaction, collaboration, and real-time feedback.
In-depth training on the Amen Method, SPECT imaging, subtyping disorders, neuroplasticity, rehabilitation strategies, business strategies for SPECT, and addiction treatment.
Yes, this program includes pop quizzes, post-module assessments, and a final exam (100 questions for Clinical Certification). A passing score of 80% is required for certification. If you don’t pass an exam or assessment, don't worry – retakes are allowed for both the pop quizzes and the final exam, giving you the opportunity to improve your score and achieve certification.
Both programs offer:
- Mentor support, cohort-based learning, exclusive digital resources (e.g., intake forms, evaluation packets), and access to a private online community.
- Lifetime access to all course materials, plus a bonus package valued at over $30,000.
After completion, you can:
- Integrate brain health into clinical practice as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), offer SPECT imaging education, and become a speaker, writer, or content creator in brain health within your scope of state licensure.
Both programs include training on marketing strategies to help you build your brand, attract clients, and establish yourself as an expert in brain health.
