AromaPsychology

Why we use fragrance
Odors & mental states
The many variables influencing our smell perception
Different ways to smell & sniff, and their effects

You will be able to:

• Give examples of different ways to sniff & their perceptual consequences 
• Explain why we may experience the same odors differently
• List four factors influencing smell perception

Olfactory function & dysfunction (the osmias)
Diagnosis of cognitive impairment 
Quality of life impacts
Smell training

You will be able to:

• Assess an individual’s olfactory capacity 
• Use smell training to improve smell dysfunction

Hedonics and the brain
Pleasant & unpleasant odors & their effects on us
Sexual function & dysfunction
Appetite & weight control
Addictions

You will be able to:

• Assess a clients olfactory preferences 
• Use odor to help mitigate eating disorders
• Use odor to help mitigate chemical dependence 

The various mood disorders and the depressed brain
Depression and mood elevation
Seasonal affective disorder
The inter-relationship between anosmia & depression

You will be able to:

• Use odor to reduce the impact of depression
• Use odor to improve mood
• Use smell assessment as a possible indicator of mental health

The various anxieties and phobias
Mechanisms (GABA, HPA axis, stress hormones)
Anticipatory anxiety (medical, dental, exams)
Sedation and sleep

You will be able to:

• Describe the relationship between stress and anxiety
• Use odor to manage anxiety
• Use odor to improve sleep quality

Cognitive decline and essential oils
Mild cognitive impairment, brain fog, early dementia
Performance (mental focus, driving, work performance)
ADHD

You will be able to:

• Administer a simple memory test
• Use odor to improve work performance & mental focus 
• Use odor to manage the symptoms of brain fog or cognitive decline

Memory enhancement using essential oils
Memory, odors and sleep
Creating olfactory associations
Fear, threat, PTSP

You will be able to:

• Create an association between a positive feeling and an odor
• Use odor associations to reduce the impact of PTSD or negative associations
• Work with, or modify, a client’s existing odor associations

Cross-modal considerations
Odor mixtures and their impact
Blending for psychological effects
Psychological wellness tests

You will be able to:

• Use other modalities in conjunction with aroma-therapy
• Create appropriate products as vehicles for therapy
• Listen to a client actively and empathetically 
• Understand the limitations of practice

“The information presented is appropriate for all levels, and although I am just beginning my aromatherapy journey it all makes sense.”

Each weekly lesson is followed by a multiple choice quiz, and there is a summary test at the end of each course. Passing both the weekly quizzes and the final tests is a requirement for certification.

You will be given enough time to prepare for the test as well as three attempts to pass. 

Absolutely! In addition to the live Q&A sessions, you can post your questions in the dedicated student forums where the tutor and the TI team will address them. 

All of our live sessions are recorded and are posted on the learning platform within 24 hours so you can watch them, or rewatch as needed during the course. 

You will have access to all the videos for at least four weeks after the last lesson (see course description for clarification as this changes for individual courses). All the printable materials (notes, handouts, charts, etc.) are of course yours to keep for reference forever.

Because we have students from all over the world and of many professions we are not able to offer credits for specific organizations – there are simply too many. However, we issue a confirmation of CE hours gained on the course that you can apply with your professional organization and will be happy to assist with any additional documentation.

At the moment, we are an Approved Continuing Education Provider with NAHA.