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TRAUMA COUNSELOR TRAINING

AURICULOTHERAPY

TRAUMA COUNSELOR TRAINING

Language Location & Date
EN
  • GMI Institute COPENHAGEN and THY 
  • Date: awaiting date

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Danish

As a psychotherapist, psychologist or coach, you have probably faced clients with both physical and psychological stresses that have been challenging to fully address. Even when traditional therapy has been successful, it can happen that the client's nervous system is still not functioning harmoniously. This is especially true for those suffering from anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, stress, ADHD/ADD and those carrying deep trauma from abuse, assault, incest and the like.

At the GMI Institute, our team of therapists together with a practicing physician have developed a unique treatment system. This system has been proven to help people with significant trauma in a short time.

Our team at Godthjælp and Maugendre International Institute have created a customized training specifically designed to meet these needs.

MODULES

  1. Auriculotherapy module 1 - January in THY or March in KBH
  2. Auriculotherapy module 2 - March in THY or April in KBH
  3. VAS heart rate and point day - May in THY
  4. Special course with Rikke and Stephane - June in KBH
  5. TraumaTherapy and treatment of mental imbalances - August I THY
  6. Treatment of Children and Neurodivergence - November in THY
  7. Chromotherapy - November on Zoom

PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Auriculotherapy is a unique tool for treating and calming the nervous system. Our trauma training course provides you with a basic understanding of auriculotherapy, including techniques for calming the nervous system, as well as insights into our research. You will not only learn to follow Protocols, but also how to tailor the treatment individually to each person on your treatment table.

After completing the training, you will be able to treat:

  • Stress
  • Fear and anxiety
  • ADHD/ADD
  • OCD
  • PTSD
  • Mental challenges
  • Major trauma

If you are unsure if education is for you, contact Dina Alminde at dina@godthjaelp.dk.

RIKKE GODTHJÆLP

Rikke Godthjælp is the founder of the GMI Institute and serves as the director, instructor, and practitioner at the institute. Her expertise spans a wide range, as she is a trained classical acupuncturist, auriculotherapist (ear acupuncturist), auriculomedicine practitioner, chromotherapist (color therapist), and posturologist. She teaches in both Danish and English and runs the GODTHJÆLP Institute at Søerne and Forum, both centrally located in Copenhagen.

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Dina Alminde

Dina Alminde is a certified acupuncturist, physiological massage therapist, auriculotherapist, posturologist, and auriculomedicine practitioner.

Dina Alminde , treats patients daily at her own clinic in the middle of Thy National Park, in the heart of Thisted, and teaches at the GODTHJÆLP INSTITUTE.

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Stéphane Maugendre MD

Dr. Stéphane Maugendre has been practicing auriculotherapy and auriculomedicine since 2013 and has been teaching since 2017. She works as a specialist in auriculotherapy and auriculomedicine in the chronic pain department at the Rothschild Foundation Pain Center in Paris. She has been running her own medical practice in Normandy since 2005.

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POSTUROLOGY TRAINING

AURICULOTHERAPY

POSTUROLOGY TRAINING

Language Location & Date
EN
  • Iasi, Romania
  • Date: October 21–24, 2026
  • This course covers ROC on the fourth day
  • Classes are taught in English
  • Sign up by sending an email—just click the “Sign Up” button
Registration
EN
  • GMI Institute COPENHAGEN
  • Date: May 28–30 and June 29, 2027
Registration
EN
  • Q&A for Everyone Who Has Taken Posturology Courses
  • Held via ZOOM
  • Date: June 29, 2027
  • This course is already included in the price of the 2027 Basic Posturology Training Program
Registration

COURSE DESCRIPTION

What is posturology?

Posturology is a tool for understanding the body's posture and identifying where a problem lies.

Posturology is used as a treatment method to correct the body's posture. This makes it particularly well-suited for managing physical pain throughout the body and addressing psychological challenges.

Posturology incorporates auriculotherapy into its treatment method.

The course takes place over one weekend and includes a follow-up Zoom session the evening after the weekend.

WHAT POSTUROLOGY CAN DO

Physical pain:

Post-surgery or following physical trauma such as falls, traffic accidents, or improper lifting, problems with posture may arise. When pain occurs, the body adapts to achieve the most appropriate position under the given circumstances. This adaptation can manifest as tension in muscles, connective tissue, fascia, and tendons, as well as twists and rotations in joints, which are reflected in posture. Rotations, misalignments, and twists can perpetuate existing pain and potentially lead to new pain, both acute and long-term. It can be difficult to understand that pain can manifest years or even decades later as a consequence of past complications.

Psychological stress:

The interaction between the two hemispheres of the brain is crucial to the body’s ability to maintain healthy posture and internal alignment. In cases of stress and other forms of mental and emotional strain, this interaction—known as laterality—plays a crucial role. When overload occurs, it manifests not only psychologically but is also reflected physically, particularly through twists and rotations. Therefore, posturology is a powerful approach to both understanding and treating psychological overload.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN TO TREAT DURING THE PROGRAM

Pain Conditions:

  • Muscles and Joints
  • Whiplash and Concussion
  • Headaches and Migraines
  • Stress-related conditions such as mouse arm, golfer's elbow, and tennis elbow
  • Neck and Lower Back Pain
  • Foot Problems and Foot Pain
  • Neurological pain, such as trigeminal neuralgia, etc.

Mental health challenges:

  • Stress, Depression, and Sadness
  • Difficulty concentrating and the feeling of being “out of it”
  • Insomnia and Fatigue
  • Hormonal imbalances such as infertility, menstrual cramps, etc.
  • Visual disturbances, eye coordination, and other vision problems
  • Body Balance, Motion Sickness, and Dizziness

Protocols YOU'LL LEARN

Posturological Toolkit:

  • Posturological Tests for a Clear Treatment Plan
  • Knowledge about ear points and their influence on posture
  • Insoles, custom-made for patients
  • Exercises for the Eyes and Jaw
  • Use of Magnets for Stress Relief and Testing
  • Frequency Knowledge for Effective Treatment with and without Needles

Rikke Godthjælp

Rikke Godthjælp is the founder of the GMI Institute and serves as the director, instructor, and practitioner at the institute. Her expertise spans a wide range, as she is a trained classical acupuncturist, auriculotherapist (ear acupuncturist), auriculomedicine practitioner, chromotherapist (color therapist), and posturologist. She teaches in both Danish and English and runs the GODTHJÆLP Institute at Søerne and Forum, both centrally located in Copenhagen.

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COMPREHENSIVE TRAINING IN ADVANCED AURICULOTHERAPY

AURICULOTHERAPY

COMPLETE AURICULOTHERAPY TRAINING

Danish

Are you passionate about helping others, and do you enjoy constantly learning? In this module, you’ll gain insight into auriculotherapy—a scientifically supported form of alternative treatment. The world of auriculotherapy is a fascinating universe.

You’ll discover that virtually anything can be treated through the ear using auriculotherapy. This course is designed for practitioners. Not just acupuncturists, but also, for example, massage therapists, reflexologists, or psychotherapists can benefit from learning ear acupuncture.

The same applies to other healthcare professionals, such as nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, midwives, doctors, etc.

THIS IS WHAT WE'LL COVER IN THIS MODULE

  1. What is Auriculotherapy / Ear Acupuncture, and how do we use it?
  2. Understand the difference between Western and Eastern medical approaches to ear acupuncture and add more depth to your treatments.
  3. Anatomy of the Ear: Learn how to harness the ear’s full potential by gaining insight into its structure.
  4. How is the body reflected in the ear, and how do we apply that knowledge?
  5. Introduction to the Tools We Use for Auriculotherapy
  6. Point Placement and Comprehension
  7. Nogier Pulse / VAS
  8. Stitching Techniques and Understanding Needles
  9. Lots of hands-on practice and exercises, as well as treating each other.

Protocols YOU'LL LEARN

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RIKKE GODTHJÆLP

Rikke Godthjælp is the founder of the GMI Institute and serves as the director, instructor, and practitioner at the institute. Her expertise spans a wide range, as she is a trained classical acupuncturist, auriculotherapist (ear acupuncturist), auriculomedicine practitioner, chromotherapist (color therapist), and posturologist. She teaches in both Danish and English and runs the GODTHJÆLP Institute at Søerne in Østerbro, centrally located in Copenhagen.

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Dina Alminde

Dina Alminde is a certified acupuncturist, physiological massage therapist, auriculotherapist, posturologist, and auriculomedicine practitioner.

Dina Alminde , treats patients daily at her own clinic in the middle of Thy National Park, in the heart of Thisted, and teaches at the GODTHJÆLP INSTITUTE.

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The program is offered in the following languages

Language Location & Date
EN

GODTHJÆLP dept. , Copenhagen, Sortedam Dossering 59, 2100 Copenhagen Ø Date: January 2024 – January 2025

GODTHJÆLP dept. , THY, Asylgade 1B, 7700 Thisted Date: January 2024 – January 2025

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FULL BASIC TRAINING IN AURICULOTHERAPY

AURICULOTHERAPY

BASIC TRAINING FOR AURICULOTHERAPISTS

Language Practical Information
EN
  • Module 1:
    GMI Institute THY
    Date: January 23–24, 2027
  • Module 2:
    GMI Institute THY
    Date: March 6–7, 2027 
PRICE & BOOK
EN
  • Module 1:
    GMI Institute COPENHAGEN
    Date: March 6–7, 2027 
  • Module 2:
    GMI Institute COPENHAGEN
    Date: April 3–4, 2027
PRICE & BOOK

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Danish

The basic training in auriculotherapy consists of Modules 1 and 2, which provide a solid foundation for understanding the body and auriculotherapy.

Auriculotherapy teaches you to identify and resolve blockages that prevent effective treatment. When a person experiences recurring pain, depression, functional disorders, digestive problems, etc., this often indicates blockages in the body. These blockages are aspects that the body either does not understand or has shut down as a survival mechanism.

Auriculotherapy may be the answer to these challenges, and basic training strengthens the foundation for dealing with them.

THIS IS WHAT WE GO THROUGH IN THE TRAINING

  1. AuriculoTherapy Module 1 - FOCUS ON PAIN TREATMENT and basic understanding - get started.
  2. Auriculotherapy Module 2 - FOCUS ON FUNCTIONAL DISORDERS, we go deeper and you learn how to use the VAS pulse to ask the body what it needs.

The training is a combination of e-learning, webinars and attendance days.

The e-learning part is available 14 days before the attendance days of the course. E-learning includes videos, quizzes and printable material for personal or clinic use. E-learning allows you to prepare thoroughly so that you are well equipped for the training. You have unlimited access to watch the videos at your own pace leading up to the attendance classes.

The webinar day focuses on theory, while the attendance days are dedicated to practical training of techniques, point localization, review of the theory from the E-learning and webinar part, and treatment. Sufficient time is allocated for practicing and applying the learned skills in practice.

WHAT, WHO AND WHERE

After completing the basic training in auriculotherapy, you will have the tools and knowledge to treat various disorders and imbalances. This can include pain relief, stress reduction, managing sleep problems, digestive issues, and emotional challenges. Auriculotherapy can also help strengthen the immune system and improve overall health and well-being. It gives you the tools to work with the body's own healing system and strengthen the individual's ability to achieve balance and health.

The program is aimed at both practitioners and those who wish to start a practice as a practitioner. To get the most out of the program, we recommend that you acquire knowledge of anatomy and pathology either before or during the program. This will strengthen your understanding and ability to apply the skills you have learned in practice.

RIKKE GODTHJÆLP

Rikke Godthjælp is the founder of the GMI Institute and serves as the director, instructor, and practitioner at the institute. Her expertise spans a wide range, as she is a trained classical acupuncturist, auriculotherapist (ear acupuncturist), auriculomedicine practitioner, chromotherapist (color therapist), and posturologist. She teaches in both Danish and English and runs the GODTHJÆLP Institute at Søerne and Forum, both centrally located in Copenhagen.

Learn more about the instructor

Dina Alminde

Dina Alminde is a certified acupuncturist, physiological massage therapist, auriculotherapist, posturologist, and auriculomedicine practitioner.

Dina Alminde , treats patients daily at her own clinic in the middle of Thy National Park, in the heart of Thisted, and teaches at the GODTHJÆLP INSTITUTE.

Learn more about the instructor

STÉPHANE MAUGENDRE MD

Dr. Stéphane Maugendre has been practicing auriculotherapy and auriculomedicine since 2013 and has been teaching since 2017. She works as a specialist in auriculotherapy and auriculomedicine in the chronic pain department at the Rothschild Foundation Pain Center in Paris. She has been running her own medical practice in Normandy since 2005.

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