Integral Pelvic Therapy Training®
Integral Pelvic Therapy Training®
September ’24 will see the start of the 8th edition of the Integral Pelvic Therapy Practitioners training! From October 2024, highly experienced healthcare professionals can also be expected to take an abbreviated IPT Practitioner course.
What does Integral Pelvic Therapy entail?
Integral Pelvic Therapy (IPT) is a subtle form of bodywork involving external and, if necessary, internal massage techniques in the pelvic and abdominal area. This activates the body’s self-healing ability with the goal of restoring balance to the pelvis. IPT can help with various pelvic complaints such as urine leakage, pain during intercourse, tension in the pelvis, fertility problems or menstrual complaints.
IPT is a holistic/integral form of pelvic therapy. We look at all layers: physical, emotional, mental, energetic and spiritual. We connect the medical as well as the emotional and energetic worlds with this unique method.
Who is the Integral Pelvic Therapy Training for?
The IPT Practitioner training is for professionals who work with the female pelvis, such as physical therapists, physicians, midwives, doulas, bodyworkers coaches, massage therapists and other professionals interested in women’s health care.
Prior to training, there is an intake interview to see if the training is appropriate.
Content of Integral Pelvic Therapy Training
This post-graduate course takes 11 months to complete. It is a mix of theoretical knowledge and hands-on training. You finish the course with a theoretical, practical and oral exam. You also write a thesis that you present at the end of the program. After completing the program, you will have everything you need to start your own practice. If you would like to learn more about IPT, please visit our website here: www.integralpelvictherapy.com.
Hands-on Learning
During the classes, you mainly dive into the practical. During class days, our training consists of about 30% theory and 70% practice. You practice on each other, both with female and male participants.
Basic Year IPT Training: Focus on the Female Pelvis
In the foundation year, you focus on the female pelvis. After certification, you can take an additional module for the male pelvis.
Online Learning Environment
You get access to an online learning environment with theoretical lessons that you can take at home. Sometimes we also have guest lecturers who share their knowledge. We test the theory during the practical lessons. In addition, you will receive a comprehensive syllabus for reference.
Practice sessions and Intake interviews.
Between class days, we expect you to schedule at least two practice sessions of two hours each. There will also be an intake session. You will make reports of these sessions and submit them to the instructors. This is how we guide you in your personal learning process.
Self-Inquiry and Personal Development
In the first few months, the focus is on your own process and self-exploration. The practical skills are technical, but over time you will learn to respond to clients’ specific requests for help. This all happens within the group of your learning year, led by Daphne and Mariëtte and a team of experienced assistants.
Topics we cover during IPT training
- Thorough knowledge of the pelvis, including functionality and anatomy
- Understanding fasciae and the nervous system
- Understanding the hormonal system
- Knowledge of trauma and polyvagal theory
- Applying Embodied Consent
- Understanding different character structures
- Knowledge of gynecological disorders and pelvic pain
- Understanding sexuality and sexual dysfunctions
Practical skills you will learn
- External and internal work on bone structures, fasciae, muscles and trigger points in the pelvis
- Use of release techniques, emotional and energetic bodywork
- Working with Fingerspitzengefühl
- Performing and recording a Pelvic Floor Assessment
- Correctly performing a bimanual examination
- Application of breathing techniques
- Guided meditation during sessions
- Applying Imaginary Rescripting
Important additional skills
In addition, you will learn:
- Recognize limits of your own ability and refer where necessary
- Communicate effectively and skillfully with clients and colleagues
- Maintaining electronic patient records
- Using and harnessing the power of intention.
Are you…
-A caregiver with a passion for bodywork?
-Ready to work at a deep layer and also engage the process within yourself?
-Curious and have a desire to work with the female pelvis?
Then this course may be for you!
Level of knowledge and admission
To participate in the IPT Practitioner training you need:
- Basic medical and psychosocial knowledge (or you are willing to take it within 2 years of completing IPT training).
- Affinity for working with the pelvis.
- HBO working and thinking level.
- Experience an IPT session yourself from one of the current IPT practitioners.
- Had an intake meeting with Daphne or Mariëtte.
Teachers
Daphne van der Putten and Mariëtte Frits are founders of Integral Pelvic Therapy and the main lecturers of the IPT training. There will also be occasional guest lecturers from the field to share their expertise.
Accreditation
The training is accredited by the KTNO with 18 EC and by the KNOV with 16 points in cluster A plus 60 points in cluster D. Our training is recognized by the professional associations BATC and NVST. After graduation you are a certified Integral Pelvic Therapy Practitioner and, after joining our association “the IPTA”, you can start working in your own practice, in a legal and responsible way.
Investment
The cost for the IPT Practitioner training (11 months) in 2024 is €7,800. This includes:
- Delicious freshly prepared lunch
- Comprehensive syllabus with protocols.
- Everything you need for during an IPT session ( gloves, organic oil, etc).
- Not to mention an incredibly special experience. This training is a unique way to develop yourself, both personally and professionally.
(To reserve your spot, we require a deposit of €2,500)
Dates & location of Integral Pelvic Therapy training.
We meet monthly for several days in our beautiful building ‘Calluna’ in Zeist. The dates for the new training round 2024/2025 and the dates of the abbreviated training can be found below.
House “Calluna”
Boulevard 19
3707 BL Zeist
Netherlands
Dates Regular IPT training year 2024-2025
- September 2024: 17-18-19-20 Module 1 & 2.
- October 2024: 10 – 11 Module 3
- November 2024: 7 – 8 Module 4
- November 2024: 28 – 29 Module 5
- December 2024: 19 – 20. Module 6
- January 2025: 21-22-23-24 Module 7 & 8
- February 2025: 13 – 14 Module 9
- March 2025: 6 – 7 Module 10
- March 2025: 27 – 28 Module 11
- April 2025: 24 – 25 Module 12
- May 2025: 23 Additional teaching day
- June 2025: 11-12-13 Module 13 (exam).
Dates IPT Training Shortened Course for Professionals Year 2025
- February 2025 4 – 5 – 6 – 7 Module 1 & 2.
- Feb. 27 – 28 Module 3
- March 13 – 14 Module 4
- April 3 – 4 Module 5
- May 6 – 7 – 8 – 9 Module 6 & 7.
- June 5 – June 6 Module 8
- July 3 – 4 Exam
- Investment: 6200,-
More info & sign up
Want to know more about IPT? Then check out our English-language website here: www.integralpelvictherapy.com.
Questions and/or sign up? Please email: training@danacentrum.nl or call 06-30371336.
What do trainees say about the IPT training?
Experiences of graduate practitioners
“What a profound study. Never could I have imagined the impact of this work.”
“This training had brought me so much depth in my work as a midwife. I can never work the way I did before.”
“Mariëtte and Daphne are super skilled teachers. They have incredible knowledge and bring their teachings with a down to earth and humorous approach”
“Through the IPTA I can finally work legally. I am super grateful for that.”
Frequently asked questions about Integral Pelvic Therapy training.
The course has an HBO thinking level. That doesn’t mean, you have to be HBO educated to participate. We have also trained maternity nurses, doulas or people without any background with good results. Our experience is that if you attend, prepare well and absorb the information given during the classes, you will go a long way in the training.
Our training is well accredited by various agencies. These bodies require from us review times and proof of it. It ultimately benefits the quality of the training!
Yes, you certainly can! You don’t have to have done any specific prior training to participate. So even if you are not medically trained, you are welcome.
It makes sense that you are excited! We make sure that everyone feels safe in the group in order to embark on a journey together in the pelvis. Of course, you are also going through your own process and this is only possible if you know and trust the people around you well. The group is therefore never larger than 14 students, with the main teachers being supported by one or more very experienced assistants.
Depending on your prior education/experience, that may be possible. If you want to, let us know and we will look at the possibilities together.
This is possible. We do charge an additional 250€ administrative fee for this.
You will always be given the option to continue the course at another time. For other cancellation conditions, please refer to the study conditions contract.
Yes, we would like you to take Medical and Psychological Basics at CPION within 2 years of training.
Yes, after training and joining the professional association, you will be able to open your own practice.
Affiliation with the IPTA shows that you remain trained and tested as an IPT therapist. This is the only way to comply with the WKKGZ Act. It also gives you the option of taking out professional liability insurance. As a student, you are automatically an aspirant member of the IPTA and are insured by Dana Center.
Integral Pelvic Therapy® Education
Are you…
- A healthcare provider with a passion for bodywork?
- Willing to work on a deep layer and to dive into the process within yourself?
- Curious, ready to learn
- Do you have a desire to work with the female pelvis?
Then this course might be something for you!
The 8th edition of the Integral Pelvic Therapy Practitioners training will start in September ’24!
What does Integral Pelvic Therapy entail?
Integral Pelvic Therapy (IPT) is a form of subtle body work that activates the body’s self-healing capacity through external and, if necessary, internal hands-on techniques in the pelvic and abdominal area, with the aim of restoring balance in the pelvis. IPT can be helpful for all kinds of pelvic complaints such as urine loss, pain during sex, tension in the pelvis, fertility problems or menstrual complaints.
IPT is a holistic/integral form of pelvic therapy. We look at all layers: physical, emotional, mental, energetic and spiritual. With this unique method we connect the medical as well as the emotional and energetic world. During the training you will learn hands on techniques like scar tissue remediation as well as imaginary rescripting of traumatic births. At the end of this course, you will have a skillset ready to give life-changing sessions. You will be able to start your own practice, working hours that suit you. Demand for this work is high and we cannot wait for you to join us.
Who is the Integral Pelvic Therapy course for?
The IPT Practitioner training is for anyone who works with, or has an interest in working with the female pelvis, such as physiotherapists, doctors, midwives, doulas, bodywork coaches, massage therapists and other professionals interested in women’s care.
Prior to the training, there will be an intake interview to determine whether the training is suitable for you.
Duration and program
The training is post-HBO and takes about 10 months. It is a mix of theoretical knowledge and hands-on training. You conclude the course with a theoretical, practical and oral exam. After completing the training, you will have everything you need to start your own practice.
Is this you?
Do you feel drawn to the course? Are you ready, then we invite you to reach out to us!
