|  - About the Author, Educator and Researcher
Lyn Freeman, Ph.D., LPC earned her degree in psychology with an emphasis in mind-body therapies (i.e., meditation, relaxation, and imagery) as medical intervention for chronic disease.
In 2006, Dr. Freeman completed a Phase I study of imagery as intervention with women recovering from breast cancer treatment. This National Institutes of Health/National Cancer Institute-funded study produced statistically and clinically significant improvements in quality of life, mood state and functionality. In 2007, Dr. Freeman and Mind Matters Research were awarded a TREND grant to test videoconference technology for delivery of mind-body treatments at remote locations with limited bandwidth. Technology was also tested for its presentation of 'human qualities' (e.g., voice tone, skin tone, pupil dilation) and the sense of the trainer's presence. The grant was completed in November, 2007. Outcomes were submitted as pilot data for a Phase II, National Cancer Institute grant on imagery as intervention for breast cancer survivors. In the Phase II NCI grant, imagery training will be delivered both in person, and live via videoconference. Outcomes will be compared between these groups, as well as compared to waitlist control groups. In September, 2008, Mind Matters Research LLC, and Dr. Freeman P.I., were awarded a National Institute of Health (NIH), National Cancer institute (NCI), Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II grant (2R44CA117597-02A2) grant for the purpose of extending these findings and making participation in the imagery program available, live via videoconference-based classes, across the country. The Global Objective of this study is to improve quality of life and reduce stress for breast cancer survivors. The “Envision the Rhythms of Life” Imagery Program will be delivered to 135 breast cancer survivors in Alaska and Seattle. Program will be tested against a waitlist control group, and against extended baselines. Program delivery with instructor in the classroom will also be tested against program outcomes with instructor at a distance, teaching via a telemedicine format. Previously, Dr. Freeman performed research on the effects of imagery with chronic asthma patients, and demonstrated clinically and significant improvements in symptoms, mood state and coping behaviors with imagery practice.
Dr. Freeman is author of Mosby’s Complementary and Alternative Medicine, a Research-Based Approach (Mosby, 2004[3rd Ed.]), the first comprehensive college textbook on the outcomes of complementary therapies (see publications section). See publications page for more of Dr. Freeman's books, articles, and on-line courses.
- Positions, Affiliations and Boards
Dr. Freeman is owner of Mind Matters Research, a for-profit research agency in Anchorage, Alaska dedicated to evaluating the psychological and medical benefits and limitations of mind-body interventions. Dr. Freeman is a member of the Institutional Review Board for Alaska Regional Hospital in Anchorage, Alaska.
Dr. Freeman has presented and/or facilitated sessions on complementary medicine for the National Managed Health Care Congress, the Disease Management Congress, the International Conference on Thinking (MIT), the International Conference on Critical Thinking (Sonoma State), the Cardiovascular and Rehabilitation Association, and The Health Summit (Anchorage, Alaska).
- Current Projects and Programs
Dr. Freeman is opening a private practice in early 2009. Emphasis of practice will be mind-body techniques (relaxation, hypnosis, biofeedback, imagery) for stress reduction to optimize physical and psychological health and on treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder. Patients interested in appointments should contact Dr. Freeman's office at (907) 868-7737. Dr. Freeman consults and offers classes to medical professionals, medical and health organizations, corporations and the public on the benefits, limitations, and efficacy of complementary therapies. She is working on a trade book on imagery and healing.
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