ISP® Training Research Study
A study measuring the effectiveness of the
Immediate Stabilization Procedure (ISP®) Training
<< ISP® TRAINING PARTICIPATION FOR THIS STUDY ARE NOW CLOSED >>
Participate in this study and receive training at no cost ($100 value)
About the Study
Primary Objective of this Study
Benefits of ISP®
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Safe, simple, and effective as a psychological stabilizer in reducing distress levels within 5 to 15 minutes in a single session
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Effective via telehealth, in-person, and for individual
and group settings
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No pre-stabilization required
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Effective with highly agitated (hyper) or catatonic (hypo)
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No re-traumatization
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Used minutes to hours to days after traumatic event
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No materials required: can be administered anywhere, anytime, to anyone
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Certification: Training and practicum time in three hours
This research study investigates the effectiveness of the Immediate Stabilization Procedure (ISP®) training course by measuring participants’ outcome results of knowledge and self-efficacy.
Eligibility to Participate in this Study
First responder adults between 18 and 75 years
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i.e. police, firefighters, emergency medical technicians/services, nurses, physicians
Description of this Study
Eligible participants will be permitted to attend a 3-hour Zoom training course. Each participant will receive certification confirmation after completing the pre/post surveys and training course.
Compensation for this Study
While no direct compensation will be provided, the value of the no-cost ISP® training and practicum course is $100.
Research Invitation
Steps to Participate in this Study
If you meet the eligibility requirements (stated above) and are interested in participating in this study, select this link:
A training class for certification is 3 hours long.
For your convenience, classes are being offered Monday through Sunday throughout October.
You can designate the date/time (CENTRAL TIME) you want to take the course using the link.
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Mondays **10/7, **10/28 (5:30pm - 8:30pm)
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Tuesdays **10/15, **10/22 (5:30pm - 8:30pm)
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Wednesdays **10/2, **10/9, **10/16 (5:30pm - 8:30pm)
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Thursdays **10/3, **10/17, **10/24 (5:30pm - 8:30pm)
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Fridays **10/4, **10/25 (10:30am - 1:30pm)
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Saturdays **10/5, **10/26 (9:00am - 12:00pm)
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Sundays **10/6, **10/20, **10/27 (5:30pm - 8:30pm)
** All scheduled training dates/times have been completed
In the link above, complete (TAKES APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTES):
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contact information (including UNIQUE ID for maintaining confidential data)
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select preferred days/times for a training session (multiple days and times being offered in October)
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provide basic demographic information
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complete informed consent
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complete PRE-TEST Survey
Complete the Training Session (a ZOOM Link & Invitation will be emailed).
Following training, complete a POST-TEST Survey (~15 minutes) (link will provided by email).
Receive ISP® TRAINING CERTIFICATION (will be sent by email within three business days).
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us at:
Evidence of ISP® Effectiveness
Studies have shown ISP® effectively stabilizes individuals and groups experiencing moderate to extreme psychological distress during manmade and natural disasters, including COVID-19, wartime events, and terrorist attacks, by helping them reduce their disturbance levels in single sessions.
No re-traumatization or adverse reactions were observed from the participants or ISP® providers.
ISP® DURING COVID-19: ADMINISTERED IN INDIA (with individuals)
Participants: 53, 16 males / 37 females. Mean age of 34 (SD = 13.48), with a minimum age of 13 and a maximum age of 67.
Conclusion: The self-care ISP® protocol was effective as a remote (telehealth) stabilization intervention for those experiencing COVID-19-related distress in a relatively timely manner (one session, <30 minutes, which included time to process the patient). No contraindications, re-traumatization, or other adverse reactions were observed from the participant or mental health professional.
*SUD = Subjective Units of Disturbance Scale
ISP® DURING UKRAINIAN-RUSSIAN WAR: ADMINISTERED IN UKRAINE (with individuals)
Participants: 155 Ukrainian participants from the Center of Psychological Counseling and Trauma Therapy in Ukraine via online telehealth. 67.7% were in-country and 32.3% abroad. 14 male (9.0%) / 141 female (91.0%), average age of 28.23 (SD =10.31).
Conclusion: ISP® effectively stabilized individuals experiencing psychological distress during wartime by helping them reduce their disturbance levels in single sessions. Significant decreases in consecutive ISP® interventions suggest it may also produce a cumulative resiliency in participants each time it is used. No re-traumatization or other adverse reactions were observed.
*SUD = Subjective Units of Disturbance Scale
ISP® DURING UKRAINIAN-RUSSIAN WAR: ADMINISTERED IN UKRAINE (with groups)
Participants: 94 Ukrainian participants were collected from various-sized groups at the Center of Psychological Counseling and Trauma Therapy in Ukraine. 86.2% were in-country and 13.8% abroad. Nine were male (10.0%), and 85 were female (90.0%), with an average age of 43.12 (SD =8.90). Group sizes ranged from 2 to 65 participants.
Conclusion:
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The same effectiveness ISP® results as recorded with individuals
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Not a factor: Age, Gender, Protocol, Time, Group size
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Applying multiple protocols appeared to be beneficial as the group size increased
References
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Naik, C. & Mehrotra, S. (2021) Application of SCP-C with People Infected and Affected by COVID-19. [Manuscript Not Published]. EMDR Association, India
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Beatty, S., Moore-Felton, M., Zaporozhets, O., & Quinn, G. (2023) Effectiveness of immediate stabilization procedure (ISP®) associated with wartime events. International Journal for the Advancement of Counselling
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Beatty, S., Stachelski, L., Moore-Felton, M., Zaporozhets, O., & Quinn, G. (2023) Effectiveness of group immediate stabilization procedure (G-ISP) associated with wartime events. [Manuscript Not Published]. Department of Counseling, Regent University