Presentations
Here are a few of Lisa’s program descriptions with audience feedback:
Alcohol and the Brain: How a Person Can Lose Control of Their Drinking, 2-hour training program for 1000 troops at 
Ft. Irwin National Training Center
Lisa Frederiksen’s engaging style and highly researched presentation held the attention of 1000 troops as she shared the new research and science on alcohol and the brain and how it is a person can lose control of their drinking. Her non-judgmental approach and enthusiasm for sharing this research put the audience at ease, which made them especially interested in what she had to say. Gregory Pryor, CEAP,CCP,QSAP, Alcohol and Drug Control Officer for the Army Substance Abuse Program, Fort Irwin National Training Center
Alcohol and Divorce: New Brain Research, New Science-Based Answers, New Possibilities for Settlement and Custody Issues, San Mateo County Bar Association Family Law Section (Note: Lisa Frederiksen is a Substance Abuse/Mental Illness MCLE provider for the State Bar, provider #15372) Lisa Frederiksen’s presentation was fascinating and jam-packed with useful information about how alcohol/drug use and abuse affects the brain at various developmental stages. She has a wonderful ability to translate scientific data into cogent, easily-understood, compelling information that is useful to people dealing with alcohol/drug use in their work or personal lives. I learned a lot, including practical tips on how to deal with clients who are facing these issues with loved ones. She is a dynamic presenter who injects humor and insight into this tough subject. Family Law Attorney
Understanding Neural Networks & the Brain: Unlocking the Secrets of Addiction and Its Impacts on the Family (note: various other titles have been used over the course of the scores of lectures given at The Sequoia Center) The Sequoia Center is a chemical dependency treatment center located in Redwood City, Calif. In order to provide high quality treatment, education about the disease of addiction is crucial to clients and their families and friends. Lisa Frederiksen has provided lectures on the topic of the disease, it’s effects on the brain and lives of those involved, and with great acclaim from attendees. She has also given quality training on this subject to the staff of The Sequoia Center that enhanced the quality of treatment to our clients. Renee Brown, M.A., LMFT, Clinical and Executive Director, The Sequoia Center
I’ve been through four treatment programs and this is the best lecture I’ve heard – for the first time I understand …. Recovering alcoholic.
…for the first time, I think I understand what codependency is. Thank you. Family member of an alcoholic in treatment.
I can’t thank you enough. I learned so much. I can’t tell you how much this helped. Family member of an addict in treatment.
This was the best lecture I’ve heard while I’ve been here. I don’t feel so scared; more like I’m going to make it. Thank you. Recovering Alcoholic
For my son to hear [Lisa] was invaluable because now he knows I wasn’t a freak, just a desperate person trying to make sense of what was going on in my world/mind. Spouse of an Alcoholic
Alcohol and the Brain and Mental Illness: New Brain Research, New Information, New Science-Based Answers, National Alliance for Mental Illness Santa Clara County General Meeting
… As you well know, people dealing with a mental illness are quite vulnerable to developing problems with substance abuse or addiction to either drugs, alcohol, or both. Your presentation helped our membership better understand how these substances initially help people feel ‘normal’, and how they use them in an attempt to lessen symptoms and self medicate. Your explanation of the ways in which alcohol undermines a person’s coping skills and brings its own set of problems was clear, concise and easily understandable. Many people told me how much they appreciated your presentation and how you helped them to better comprehend the ways in which a mental illness can set one up for substance abuse or even addiction. Margene Chmyz, rogram Chairperson
Understanding Alcohol Abuse, Alcoholism and Secondhand Drinking: Conditions That Tear Families and Communities Apart, all-day training session and workshop for Santa Clara County Department of Alcohol and Drug Services’ Learning Institute
Extremely informational, especially how alcohol effects the brain, receptors. Attendee
Moved quickly, new and clear information, great audience participation. Attendee
Will apply the neural pathways research – real evidence of alcoholism as a disease in my work. Attendee
Found the concepts of Secondhand Drinking and Alcohol Misuse especially helpful. Good presentation – interactive. Attendee
Other groups hearing and commending Lisa’s presentations, include: Palo Alto Community Collaborative (PADACC), San Jose Kiwanis Club, Palo Alto University Rotary Club, Lane County Domestic Violence Council, Menlo College students.
Lisa can adapt any of her programs to meet a specific need, whether it be a half-day, all-day training or half-hour overview. For information on Lisa’s availability and fees, please email info@breakingthecycles.com.
