Lyn W. Freeman PhD, LPC

Dr. Freeman earned her degree in psychology with an emphasis in mind-body therapies (i.e., meditation, relaxation, and imagery) as medical intervention for chronic disease. In 2006, she completed a Phase I study of imagery as intervention with women recovering from breast cancer treatment. This National Institutes of Health/National Cancer Institute-funded study produced statistically and clinically significant improvements in quality of life, mood state and functionality.

In 2007, Dr. Freeman and Mind Matters Research were awarded a TREND grant to test videoconference technology for delivery of mind-body treatments at remote locations with limited bandwidth. Technology was also tested for its presentation of 'human qualities' (e.g., voice tone, skin tone, pupil dilation) and the sense of the trainer's presence. The grant was completed in November, 2007. Outcomes were submitted as pilot data for a Phase II, National Cancer Institute grant on imagery as intervention for breast cancer survivors. In the Phase II NCI grant, imagery training will be delivered both in person, and live via videoconference. Outcomes will be compared between these groups, as well as compared to waitlist control groups.