Mind Matters Regional Neurofeedback Centers

02/03/2026

🧠 How Childhood Stress Shapes the Developing Brain
A recent study published in Molecular Psychiatry highlights how adversities experienced in late childhood can significantly influence brain development. This large-scale study followed 7,190 children, using brain imaging at ages 10 and 12, to better understand how stress and trauma affect brain connectivity.
Researchers found that children exposed to adversity showed decreases in functional brain connections, particularly in areas involved in emotional regulation. These changes appear to help protect against “internalizing” symptoms such as anxiety, sadness, and depression. However, there is an important clinical trade-off.
🔍 Key findings for parents to know:
• Fewer internalizing symptoms (less anxiety and depression)
• Increased “externalizing” behaviors such as acting out or difficulty following rules
• Attention challenges
• Lower academic performance and grades at two-year follow-up
These findings suggest that while the brain adapts to stress in ways that support emotional coping, those same adaptations can interfere with learning, behavior, and overall functioning.
🧠➡️🦠 The brain–body connection
Adversity and trauma also impact the body’s physiology—especially the gut. Stress can affect gut lining integrity, nutrient absorption, and the production of neurotransmitters in the gut that communicate directly with the brain. This brain–gut connection plays a critical role in attention, behavior, mood, and learning.
🌱 Supporting healthy development
Functional neurotherapy is designed to support the nervous system by helping the brain build new neural pathways and improve connectivity, while also addressing how the body and gut function together. This integrated approach supports healthier regulation, learning, and long-term development.
📍 Learn more:
🌐 www.urmindmatters.com

02/02/2026

At the heart of brain injury recovery is one essential goal:
helping individuals regain independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Key to Independent Growth is a facility dedicated to supporting individuals living with the effects of brain injury through structured programming, compassionate care, and a long-term commitment to progress.

Their work focuses on helping clients rebuild daily living skills, strengthen cognitive function, and move forward with greater independence — meeting each person where they are in their recovery journey.

This mission aligns deeply with the values of Mind Matters Neurofeedback Centers:
supporting the brain, supporting the nervous system, and supporting the whole person.

Over the coming weeks, we’re honored to highlight the work Key to Independent Growth does — and why this partnership matters for individuals and families navigating brain injury recovery.

01/31/2026

Neurofeedback is a non-invasive approach that supports the brain’s ability to regulate itself.

After a brain injury, communication within the brain and nervous system can become disrupted — affecting focus, mood, sleep, emotional regulation, and cognitive processing. Neurofeedback works by giving the brain real-time information about its activity, allowing it to gradually improve how it functions and adapts.

Through the partnership between Mind Matters Neurofeedback Centers and Key to Independent Growth, neurofeedback will be offered as an added layer of support alongside rehabilitation services — helping address the neurological side of recovery.

This approach is rooted in neuroplasticity:
the brain’s natural ability to change, reorganize, and improve with the right support.

Recovery is not one-dimensional.
Supporting the brain helps support the whole person.

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01/29/2026

01/24/2026

Chronic stress isn’t just an emotional burden—it causes physical changes in the brain.

Long-term stress releases high levels of cortisol, which over time can damage or even kill neurons in the hippocampus—the area responsible for learning, memory, and emotional regulation. When this area is affected, it can shrink, leading to symptoms like memory loss, difficulty focusing, and trouble learning new information.

Stress also weakens connections between neurons and slows mental processing, reducing cognitive flexibility. Over time, this can impact decision-making, problem-solving, and emotional balance.

Chronic stress affects the prefrontal cortex as well—the part of the brain responsible for concentration and impulse control. When overwhelmed, it can leave you feeling scattered, irritable, and mentally exhausted.

The good news? The brain can heal.
Through neuroplasticity, the brain can reorganize and build new neural connections. Neurofeedback can help accelerate this process by improving deep sleep, rebuilding neuronal pathways, and lowering cortisol levels. Over time, it can reverse the effects of long-term stress and restore clarity and emotional stability.

Caring for your brain is one of the most powerful health decisions you can make. 🧠✨

www.urmindmatters.com

12/18/2025

🎄 Holiday Special — All Locations 🎄

The holidays can be demanding—on your time, your energy, and your nervous system. As the new year approaches, it’s a great time to gain clarity and direction.

Now through January 1, new clients can receive $100 off an Initial qEEG Brain Mapping at any Mind Matters office location.

A qEEG (quantitative EEG) is a non-invasive assessment that measures the brain’s electrical activity and compares it to age-based normative data. This allows our clinical team to identify patterns of dysregulation that may be contributing to concerns such as attention difficulties, anxiety, emotional reactivity, sleep disruption, or stress-related challenges. Brain mapping provides objective data to better understand how the brain is functioning.

These results often guide neurofeedback training. Neurofeedback is a non-invasive, brain-based training process that helps the brain learn to regulate itself more efficiently over time. Training is personalized to each individual’s brain map, with the goal of supporting improved stability, flexibility, and overall brain performance.

📞 Call now to schedule through January 1
📝 Must mention this ad at the time of scheduling to receive the discount
New clients only. Appointments are limited.

If you know someone who has been considering a brain scan, share this post today and spread holiday cheer!

www.urmindmatters.com
(607) 437-3305

09/30/2025

🎓 Final Day to Save $100 on Your Child’s Brain Scan!

Today is the last chance to lock in $100 off your child’s initial qEEG brain scan.
You can schedule the appointment for a later date, but it must be booked before the end of today to secure the discount.

A qEEG brain scan is a safe, non-invasive, and powerful tool that helps uncover how your child’s brain processes information, maintains focus, and manages emotions. For school-aged children—and even college students—this insight can make a world of difference:

Academic Performance: Identify patterns affecting learning, memory, and concentration.

Focus & Attention: Understand the root causes behind distractibility and inattention.

Emotional Well-being: Gain clarity on how stress, anxiety, or mood shifts impact daily life.

Personalized Support: Use data-driven insights to create a tailored plan for lasting success.

Back-to-school is the perfect time to ensure your child has every advantage. Don’t wait—real answers and real solutions start with a brain scan.

👉 Book today to save $100—offer ends at midnight!

Providing Integrative Health Testing, QEEG Imaging & Board Certified Neurofeedback at all locations!

09/09/2025

Providing Integrative Health Testing, QEEG Imaging & Board Certified Neurofeedback at all locations!

09/08/2025

🎓✨ Back-to-School Special: $100 OFF qEEG Brain Mapping! ✨📚

As students return to school, there’s no better time to take a proactive step in supporting their academic performance and emotional health. From elementary through college, the demands of learning, social pressures, and stress can be overwhelming. A qEEG (quantitative EEG) provides a safe, non-invasive “brain map” that helps us see exactly how a student’s brain is functioning — and where support is needed most.

A qEEG can reveal patterns connected to:
👉 ADHD and attention struggles
👉 Memory and learning difficulties
👉 Anxiety, stress, and overthinking
👉 Emotional regulation challenges
👉 Sleep problems and fatigue

By understanding these patterns, we can identify the “why” behind school struggles and design a personalized neurofeedback plan that helps students:
✔ Improve focus and concentration in the classroom
✔ Strengthen memory and information processing
✔ Reduce stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm
✔ Develop better self-regulation and resilience
✔ Build confidence and independence

Families can feel reassured knowing that several qEEG metrics are FDA approved for ADHD, making this a scientifically validated and trusted tool. At Mind Matters, every assessment is overseen by providers who are board certified by the BCIA (Biofeedback Certification International Alliance, bcia.org) — the highest professional standard in the field of neurofeedback and biofeedback.

💡 Whether your child is struggling, or you simply want to give them an edge in learning and emotional well-being, a qEEG is the first step. Book by September 30 to receive $100 off and give your student the support they need to thrive this year.

📲 Reserve your discounted assessment today — spots are limited!

Providing Integrative Health Testing, QEEG Imaging & Board Certified Neurofeedback at all locations!

06/26/2025

🚨 Available July 1st at Mind Matters! 🚨
We’re thrilled to introduce Photobiomodulation (PBM) sessions featuring the Vielight Gamma — a breakthrough, non-invasive service designed to support and optimize brain health in just 20 minutes.

This advanced light-based technology uses low-level near-infrared light to stimulate cellular energy, improve circulation, and promote healthy brainwave activity. The Vielight Gamma specifically targets gamma wave frequencies (40 Hz)—which are associated with memory, attention, and cognitive processing.

✅ Clinically researched
✅ Non-invasive and drug-free
✅ Safe, relaxing, and easy to integrate into your care plan
✅ Ideal for boosting focus, mental clarity, and neurological resilience

Whether you're recovering from a concussion, managing brain fog, or simply looking to support long-term cognitive wellness, PBM may be the extra support your brain needs.

📍 Now available at select Mind Matters locations.
💡 Curious if it’s right for you? Talk to your provider or ask us during your next visit.

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05/10/2025

We’re so grateful to the Syracuse City School District for inviting us to be part of this year’s Neurodiversity Fair!

At Mind Matters, we’re passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals through brain-based services that truly make a difference. Using qEEG brain mapping and neurofeedback training, we help people better understand how their brain works—and create personalized programs to support focus, emotional regulation, sensory processing, and more.

Thank you again, SCSD, for creating space to celebrate and support neurodiversity. We’re honored to be a part of it!

Every brain is different—and every brain deserves support.
Learn more at www.urmindmatters.com or send us a message to connect!