Online SOBI Sponsored Study Groups

Ortho-BionomyThe Society of Ortho-Bionomy International sponsors monthly Online Study Groups. They are primarily in a conference call format and are taught by various Registered Ortho-Bionomy Instructors via Zoom.

Our Study Groups cover a variety of topics and also count towards the study group requirements in the Practitioner and Advanced Practitioner Training Programs.

The receipt received upon registration will have a link to download the handout, any preview materials and the Zoom link. Be sure you have these materials available before you login to the study group. 

There is a limit to class size, so be sure to register early.

After a group finishes, all attendees will be emailed an evaluation form for that session. To receive study group credit attendees will need to keep their cameras on during the study group and complete and submit the evaluation form within two weeks.

Recordings of select past study groups are also available in the SOBI Bookstore.

The study groups are a full three hours, with no credit given for homework time.

Out of respect for the Instructor and the other students please be on time for the study group.

 


 

Working With the Liver: An Ortho-Bionomy Approach to Supporting Health and Well-Being


with SOBI Registered Advanced Instructor Melinda Doden

February 19, 2026

4:30 PM Eastern, 3:30 PM Central, 2:30 PM Mountain, 1:30 PM Pacific, 10:30 AM Hawaii (US and Canada)

Three hours--Online through Zoom

SOBI member $55; non-member $75

 

Discover the many ways the liver impacts health and how you can support both yourself and your clients toward greater well-being. The liver is extremely intelligent and possibly the hardest-working organ in the body, profoundly impacting our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Understanding the liver's wide-reaching influence on the body's systems can transform how you work with your clients and deepen the effectiveness of your practice.

This class is for practitioners who want to deepen their understanding of the liver, its relationship with multiple body systems, and how Ortho-Bionomy's gentle, effective approach can support optimal liver function and overall health. You'll learn how effectively Ortho-Bionomy engages with the organs and discover practical ways to support the liver through hands-on techniques and self-care practices.

We will cover:

  • In-depth liver anatomy and function
  • The liver's profound relationship and effect on digestive, detoxification, immune, blood sugar, hormonal, and structural health
  • Ortho-Bionomy approaches and lifestyle strategies to support the liver and promote optimal health for yourself and your clients

REGISTER HERE

About Melinda

Melinda DodenMelinda Doden is an Advanced Practitioner and Advanced Instructor of Ortho-Bionomy, Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach, and Certified Wholistic Kinesiology Practitioner. She has been studying health and the human body since 1984 and Ortho-Bionomy since 2003, completing her instructor training in 2014. She loves Ortho-Bionomy for its effectiveness, versatility, and for what it has to teach us about embodying our authentic selves, understanding the human body, and honoring the nature of life. In addition to teaching Ortho-Bionomy classes, she maintains a practice in Paonia, CO. She is thrilled and honored to share her passion for understanding the human body while empowering you to support your clients' as well as your own well-being through this profound and transformative work.

 

 

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May 21
Shaney Rockefeller
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June 18
Rob Rich
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JJuly 16
Sheri Covey
Understanding the Fascia of the Neck

August 20
Susan Smith
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September 17
Melissa Malm
Anterior Neck, Hyoid, and Trachea

October 15
Bettina Beaucamp
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November 19
Morel Stackhouse
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December 17
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Past Study Groups

Did you miss a previous study group? Recordings of select past study groups are available in the SOBI Bookstore. Take advantage of these excellent resources to deepen your understanding and practice of Ortho-Bionomy. The two newest available recordings include:

Combining Ortho-Bionomy and EFT
with Bettina Joy Beaucamp
Explore the combination of Ortho-Bionomy and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)! Both approaches empower the client, are gentle, and non-invasive. In this study group you will learn: why EFT is so effective; the basic protocol for EFT as well as how to create scripts in EFT; how clients can use EFT as a self-care tool; and how to use EFT before, during, or after an Ortho-Bionomy session.

Ask Luann Anything
with Luann Overmyer
Spend time with Luann Overmyer, an Advanced Instructor with over 40 years of Ortho-Bionomy experience and one of the original developers of the Society’s training programs. In this special session, she answers wide-ranging questions on working with pain, refining techniques, deepening client relationships, and supporting self-care. Whether you’re looking for practical skills or personal insight, Luann’s wisdom offers guidance to enrich both your practice and your own well-being.

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