Biofeedback Institute of San Francisco

Professional Resources: Books, Audio and Video Tapes, Booklets, and Slide Presentations

The Methods and Procedures in Biofeedback Manual is the largest selling and most widely used book in the field and is now in its 10th printing. The large Clinical Desk Reference which is the culmination of 20 years of experience and resources in the field is used by virtually all the major clinics and centers. A Text/Workbook used in universities and training programs and an eight-page easy to read patient booklet for the waiting room rounds out the offerings. An informative videotape for the public and a 5-tape series for professionals are available. An automated slide-sound show is used for public education, conferences and meetings.

Biofeedback/Relaxation Products
Projects in Biofeedback
Clinical Desk Reference
Video/Audio Tape
Biofeedback Manual

Clinical Desk Reference

Biofeedback, Behavioral Medicine & Stress Management

By George Fuller von Bozzay, Ph.D.

A clinician's desk reference with 400 pages. Of practical, useful information on procedures, techniques, clinical protocols, and record keeping forms. 100 photographs illustrating steps in effective treatment and equipment uses. 4 audiocassette tapes, synchronized sound/slide program for referral presentation. Extensive resource lists - an office reference source in a package for the price of only five client hours. $275 ($225 without sound/slide)

Biofeedback Manual

Biofeedback: Methods and Procedures in Clinical Practice

By George Fuller von Bozzay, Ph.D.

The most widely used introductory manual in biofeedback. The first of its kind available, the book has been in continous Print since 1977, and is a classic in the field. Included in the book are creative approaches to unusual symptoms, as well as a discussion of practical information on the choice of proper instrumentation.

Foreword by M.B. Sterman, Ph.D. $24

343 pages Text/Workbook

Projects in Biofeedback

By George fuller von Bozzay, Ph.D. $16.95

Features

150+ pages of clearly written and exciting information, demonstrations and projects to help make psychology and physiology more real thorough personal experience with Biofeedback.
Includes projects that can be done without expensive instruments (i.e., with common devices or by other means).
Photographs illustrating the application of Biofeedback equipment and its use.
Worksheets and data forms ready for use.
Extensive resource lists for the most recent information about books, journals, instrument companies, audio/visual materials.

For the instructor who adopts the text, A choice of:

A test item file and instructor's resource book
A desk copy (with 15-24 copies)
An audiocassette relaxation tape (with 25-49 copies)
A GSR Biofeedback instrument (with 50-74 copies)
A color slide/tape program (with 75 or more copies)

Audiocassette Tapes

Up-to-date and authoritative, the tapes present biofeedback in an interesting, instructive way.

Progressive Relaxation Techniques:

Explanation for most effective use, with useable relaxation protocols for the client. (60 min.) $9.95

Introduction for the Client: What is Biofeedback?

What is behavioral medicine? And what is stress management? Answers common questions - can be taken home or played in the waiting room. (60 min.) $9.95

Development of a Biofeedback Practice or Clinic:

Practical discussion of the organization and the development of a biofeedback practice. Includes current information on insurance, legislation, instrumentation, fees, and procedures. (60 min.) $9.95

Color Videocassette Tapes:

Studio produced, professionally recorded and interestingly presented. A series of 30 to 60 minute tapes, each designed to fit different needs - from classroom to professional training program.

Introduction to Biofeedback:

Excellent introduction to the student or for beginning of Professional Training Program. Philosophy, instrumentation, application and current states in a colorful and visually interesting format.

Instrumentation in Biofeedback:

Explanation and visual demonstration of the major equipment, applications and problems.

Procedures in Biofeedback: Demonstration of history - taking, first interview, introduction of the person to the instrument, the psychophysiological profile, systematic desensitization and relaxation sessions.

Case Studies in Biofeedback: Successful treatment plans illustrated by actual clinical case examples.

Troubleshooting Problems in Biofeedback:

Instrument problems and solutions, artifact detection, patient facilitation described and demonstrated.

Biofeedback Sampler:

Excerpted previews from the above tapes.

Purchase price per tape $49.95; Weekly rental $10.00 (Available in 3& Mac218;4" U-matic, 1& Mac218;2" Beta and VHS). All 5 tapes $200.

Biofeedback/Relaxation Products

What is Biofeedback?

By George Fuller von Bozzay Ph.D. and Pennie Sempell, J.D.

An eight-page article suitable for the waiting room, for clients who ask "What is biofeedback?", for students and for interested professionals seeking introductory information. It is a time-saving, economical, readable, and informative pamphlet. It is available in quantity at $35 per 100 copies.