If you are looking for a drug-free approach to your mental health, consider neurofeedback. Neurofeedback is a drug-free solution to help you create a more harmonious "brain activity orchestra." By training specific areas of the brain, this noninvasive process can help you improve your brain function and flexibility, while reducing or eliminating symptoms associated with ADHD/ADD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, migraines, PTSD and more. As you continue Neurofeedback training, your brainwaves will improve, becoming balanced. Numerous studies have shown Neurofeedback to be at least as effective, if not more effective, than medication for many conditions. To learn more about the benefits of Neurofeedback go to BCIA.ORG or ISNR.ORG. We start with a brain map (also known as a qEEG), to determine which areas of the brain are not functioning at optimum levels. Then, we create customized protocols to help your brain work to achieve a more healthy balance of brain waves. Next, 15 to 25 minute brain training sessions four to six times a week are done to guide you to a healthy balance through a visual and/or auditory experience. Results typically occur within about 30 to 60 days. Maintenance of the new brain state through neurofeedback can take an additional 30 days. Most clients typically train for anywhere from 3 to 12 months. A new brain map is completed every month to measure progress. The first month you will participate in daily 5 minute coaching interactions (Monday through Friday) via phone or Marco Polo, to help with the training process. Through this coaching process, we will adjust your training protocol as needed to ensure you are making the progress you desire. At the beginning of the third month, the fees are reduced from $400 per month to $300 as you move into a training rhythm and the coaching calls occur once a week. If additional months of training are required, they are customized to the individual needs of the client.
