Neurotherapy & More

Neurotherapy is a combination of neurofeedback, biofeedback, and talk therapy. Neurofeedback, also referred to as EEG biofeedback, teaches self-control of brain functions by measuring brain activity with sensors placed on the scalp. The sensors read the cortical level activity of the brain and provide auditory and visual feedback to the client. As the client progresses, the clinician adjusts the level of difficulty to advance the brain to an optimal state. This evidenced-based intervention combines rewiring the brain at a cellular level with other therapeutic methods, such as breathing techniques to reduce stress and anxiety.

In order to determine an appropriate Neurotherapy treatment plan, a qEEG using the Neuroguide expert referential database system will need to be conducted. This test will be conducted by a licensed professional or technician who is supervised by a licensed clinician.

Brain Health Center will assess your need for having a gEEG. In order to engage in EEG neurofeedback, you will be required to have a qEEG assessment.

A qEEG consists of placing a cap on your head with nineteen sensors and is non-invasive. It does not hurt. A special gel will be placed under each sensor to insure proper conductivity to read your brainwaves. Preparation and the assessment procedure take approximately 40-50 minutes.

Please Note: qEEG Brain Mapping for purposes of neurofeedback is not a medical procedure and is not done at Brain Health Center for purposes of medical diagnosis. Brain Health Center does not provide forensic services or formal diagnosis for traumatic brain injury (TBI). We do not accept invitations for depositions. Those seeking a formal diagnosis for TBI or any other medical disorder should seek the services of a medical physician. Your signature below indicates you agree not to request or seek such services from us presently or in the future, or through third parties such as legal counsel or insurance companies.

Benefits: qEEG may help us further understand and/or confirm the problems, and symptoms for which you are seeking assessment and mental health care services.

Side Effects/Risks: qEEG may result in my feeling anxious or apprehensive, and/or uncomfortable during the procedure, and sad/disappointed regarding findings from the procedure. The cap may cause you to have a mild headache, but most report no side effects at all.

Neurofeedback is a form of Neurotherapy, which involves several sensors being placed on the scalp and earlobes. The sensors detect brain wave activity including Alpha, Beta, Delta, and Theta brainwaves. Individual brainwaves are measured and revealed on a computer screen revealing your brainwave activity. Through instruction, you can learn to train down or train up certain brainwaves associated with stress management, attentional, cognitive, and/or emotional deficits, and related disorders. In some cases, neurofeedback must be considered experimental. Treatments last from 10-30 minutes and may occur two or more times per week for an average of 20-40 or more sessions. These treatments will be conducted by a licensed professional or technician who is supervised by a licensed clinician.

Before, during, and after neurofeedback training, the clinician assesses the client’s biological, emotional, physical, and social well-being. The clinician may use trauma interventions or teach cognitive skills to help reframe thinking, increase positive emotions and emotional awareness, and teach self-regulation through neurofeedback and breathing skills. They may also address self-care needs, such as exercise and nutrition.

Neurofeedback can be used to treat numerous physical and mental health concerns, including substance use disorders, sleep problems, chronic fatigue, depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, panic attacks, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and post-traumatic stress, as well as being beneficial for peak performance training.

Neurofeedback (NFB) is known to assist individuals by decreasing symptoms associated with brain and central nervous system dysfunction. Other benefits include the possibility of reducing problem behaviors and increasing peak performance. In many cases, neurofeedback is considered to be experimental when used to treat certain disorders. Please feel free to ask for a more detailed explanation regarding your particular problem area or treatment interest.