Houston Neuroscience Brain Center

08/08/2025

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Many people with brain injuries — whether from sports or other causes — experience lingering symptoms such as aggression, depression, and personality changes. These challenges are often misattributed solely to mental health, when in fact there are underlying neurological causes driving the behavior. Too often, individuals are told there’s nothing that can be done. At HNBC, we know that’s not true. We’ve seen remarkable recoveries through our treatment services, and we’re now launching the Houston Athletes Concussion Center to expand these resources and better meet this critical need.

08/08/2025

In this episode, HNBC introduces the Houston Athletes Concussion Center (HACC) — a new program at Houston Neuroscience Brain Center designed to close the gap in post-concussion recovery and athlete brain health. Alexandra Roark, LCSW, BCN is joined by Dr. Ronald J. Swatzyna, Director and Chief Scientist at HNBC and Founder of Clinical NeuroAnalytics, and Cortni Emanuel, LPC-Associate, neurofeedback clinician, and former Division I All-American athlete.

Together, they explore:

The need for better concussion care – Why chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and post-concussion symptoms often go unaddressed in traditional medicine.

The HNBC approach – How qEEG brain mapping, neurofeedback, transcranial photobiomodulation (PBM) target the root causes of brain dysfunction, not just symptoms.

Return-to-play readiness – HACC’s protocol addresses cognitive function, vision and sensory processing, emotional regulation, and physical coordination.

Baseline testing advantage – How establishing an athlete’s performance profile before injury allows for faster, more accurate intervention if a concussion occurs.

Early intervention – Why catching subtle brain changes early could change the trajectory for athletes, potentially preventing tragedies linked to repeated head trauma.

Key Insights from:

Dr. Swatzyna explains how EEG and brain mapping reveal hidden neurological damage and why younger athletes are at greater risk for long-term effects.

Cortni Emanuel shares her personal motivation for creating HACC and how the program empowers athletes to recover fully — physically, mentally, and emotionally.

HNBC’s Statement:
The Houston Athletes Concussion Center is redefining recovery by giving athletes access to tools that track how the brain functions under real pressure and actively promote healing. The mission: Early detection. Faster intervention. Full return-to-play readiness.

Visit www.hnbraincenter.com, follow on Instagram, or email info@hnbraincenter.com to learn more about concussion recovery and athlete brain performance programs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjawTEuJLLM

In this episode, HNBC introduces the Houston Athletes Concussion Center (HACC) — a new program at Houston Neuroscience Brain Center designed to close the gap...

08/07/2025

Explore the neuroscience behind your playlist.

07/30/2025

Let’s learn about beta spindles!! Part 2/5 out of this series.

07/29/2025

Another great post created by our research team: Gayatri & Ria || research findings suggest a correlation between Alzheimer’s and microglia. Photobiomodulation has shown to improve microglia which suggests it may be an intervention for this disease.

Learn more: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39800461/

07/11/2025

Now that July is here, we have our next round of summer interns. They are starting this wonderful series called Biomarkers and Brain waves 101 and for the next few weeks they are going to be providing education around the bio markers that we find in EEGs.

04/22/2025

📚 Book Spotlight Continues! 📚

This week, we’re diving deeper into HNBC’s Book Spotlight with a special feature from our very own- Emma! 💫
Emma is an incredible psychological associate, therapist, and neurofeedback clinician who brings so much heart, insight, and brilliance to our clinic. Curious about what fuels her passion? Come see her featured read—it’s one you won’t want to miss! 🤓✨

Stop by the office to check out the physical copy in our cozy lobby 📖🛋️

Happy reading! 💛

04/07/2025

📚✨ Book Spotlight Series Continues! ✨📚

This week, we’re diving into Dr. Collier’s Neuro Whereabouts Guide—Alexandra’s top pick! 🧠💡 A fascinating read that explores the intricate world of neuroscience and the brain’s endless potential.

Stay tuned to see what other books fuel our team’s minds next! 👀📖

04/02/2025

🌟 It’s Autism Awareness Day! 🌟
Today is a perfect time to embrace and celebrate neurodiversity. Let’s create a world that values every unique mind. 💙

Swipe to learn more about how Neurofeedback can support individuals with autism.

03/28/2025

National Social Work Month is a time to celebrate the dedication and impact of social workers who uplift communities, advocate for justice, and support individuals in need. Their unwavering commitment to positive change helps create a more inclusive and compassionate world. This month we give an extra shout out to Dr. Ron, Alexandra, and Susana - our wonderful social workers on our team.

03/26/2025

Meet our HNBC Dream team! 🧠

We have a team of therapists and technicians who are able to serve your mental health needs.

We offer EEGs to identify neurobiomarkers that account for symptoms, neurofeedback training to optimize the brain, therapy, EMDR, and transcranial photobiomodulation.

03/20/2025

✨📚 Introducing Book Spotlight! 📚✨

We’re beyond excited to kick off a BRAND NEW series here at HNBC—Book Spotlight! 🎉 Get ready to dive into our clinic’s very own library with our team’s favorite books! From therapy and self-help to neuroscience and so much more, we’ll be sharing a wide range of reads that inspire, challenge, and educate. 💡
But it’s not just about the books... You’ll also get to learn what each of our team members is reading, and why these books mean so much to them. 🧠✨
So, stay tuned, book lovers! Whether you’re looking for your next great read or curious about what fuels our team, we’ve got something for everyone. This week, enjoy Isabella’s favorite read! 📖✨