(Live Podcast) Trust in FND: What Builds It—and What Breaks It?

Presented by Julie Hershberg and J.J. Mowder-Tinney

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Description

Join host J.J. Mowder-Tinney, PT, PhD, NCS, C/NDT, CSRS, CEEAA, for a powerful, live conversation with Julie Hershberg, PT, DPT, NCS, an expert with over two decades of experience navigating the complexities of functional neurological disorder (FND). Together, they dive into the critical—and often fragile—role of the therapeutic alliance, exploring how medical stigma and past clinical “gaslighting” can derail patient progress before it even begins. You’ll discover actionable, evidence-based strategies to move beyond simple education and toward a collaborative partnership that truly centers the patient’s wisdom. Tune in to learn how to identify the subtle “trust-breakers” in your practice and replace them with clinical rapport that fosters genuine healing.

This is a live filming of a Medbridge podcast. In this dynamic session, you’ll have a front-row seat to listen in on the experts in conversation while also engaging with a vibrant community chat that gives you direct access to peers and leaders in a modern, accessible way.

Instructors

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Julie Hershberg, PT, DPT, NCS

Julie Hershberg is a passionate neurologic physical therapist, educator, mentor, learner, and forever neuro nerd. She owns and practices at [Re+Active] Physical Therapy & Wellness, a state-of-the-art outpatient neurologic physical therapy and wellness practice in Los Angeles. It is there she has the privilege to lead a team…

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J.J. Mowder-Tinney, PT, PhD, NCS, C/NDT, CSRS, CEEAA

Dr. J.J. Mowder-Tinney holds a bachelor of science degree in psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder, a master of science in physical therapy from the University of Miami, and a doctorate in physical therapy from Nova Southeastern University. With nearly three decades of diverse clinical experience, her expertise…

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Learning Objectives

  • Analyze the evidence related to medical stigma and the impact of mistrust on clinical outcomes in functional neurological disorder (FND)
  • Apply evidence-based, practical strategies to actionably build trust and foster patient-led collaboration in FND
  • Integrate case-based approaches to restore therapeutic alliance and strengthen rapport with individuals with FND

Agenda

All times in Eastern Time.

7:00pm–8:00pm
Live Podcast
8:00pm–8:15pm
Live Q&A Session

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Details

  • May 28, 2026
  • 7:00pm-8:15pm EDT
    • PTs/PTAs, Intermediate
    • OTs/OTAs, Intermediate
    • SLPs, Intermediate
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* Available May 28

Disclaimer

J.J. Mowder-Tinney and Julie Hershberg, instructors for this educational event, receive compensation from Medbridge for this course. No one with the ability to control content has relevant relationship(s) to disclose.

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