Neurofeedback - EEG Biofeedback
Now offering In-Home Neurofeedback Sessions!
I am excited to announce that I am now able to offer Remote In-Home Neurofeedback for my clients! What that means is I am able to send you all the necessary equipment to use with a compatible laptop & monitor (of your own) in your home and I can run the neurofeedback session from my home while we are on a video session.
How do sessions work:
- I will teach you and/or your child to put the sensors on, plug them in and then I do the rest.
- You'll need a comfortable chair to sit in where the screen is easily visible, much like the set-up in my office.
- You can also learn to run the software and then you'll just need periodic neurofeedback check-ins for me to make adjustments. And then you can do training up to 3x/week (which increases outcomes, etc.)
Cost:
- 2-channel amps are what most of you will need
- Purchase: the purchase option is the most cost effective. If you are private pay, this will also allow you to get the most "bang for your buck" so to speak.
- Everyone has to "rent" or license the software monthly -$95/Month. Click here for rental subscription.
- You must have a laptop or computer that meets their requirements (or purchase one - See Below) and an external monitor
Laptop Requirements:
- Click here for minimum requirements for laptop.
- Macs are not compatible unfortunately
- If you need to purchase a laptop, I have used ASUS for both of mine and it works very well with them
- You will also need an external monitor or compatible TV to project the game onto
How do sessions work:
- I will teach you and/or your child to put the sensors on, plug them in and then I do the rest.
- You'll need a comfortable chair to sit in where the screen is easily visible, much like the set-up in my office.
- You can also learn to run the software and then you'll just need periodic neurofeedback check-ins for me to make adjustments. And then you can do training up to 3x/week (which increases outcomes, etc.)
Cost:
- 2-channel amps are what most of you will need
- Purchase: the purchase option is the most cost effective. If you are private pay, this will also allow you to get the most "bang for your buck" so to speak.
- Everyone has to "rent" or license the software monthly -$95/Month. Click here for rental subscription.
- You must have a laptop or computer that meets their requirements (or purchase one - See Below) and an external monitor
Laptop Requirements:
- Click here for minimum requirements for laptop.
- Macs are not compatible unfortunately
- If you need to purchase a laptop, I have used ASUS for both of mine and it works very well with them
- You will also need an external monitor or compatible TV to project the game onto
The Basic Set-up:
What Does it Do?
Neurofeedback is FDA approved for Stress Relief and is believed to work by calming the central nervous system via the brainwaves and patterns which are targeted by the NFB professional. Outcomes include:
- improved sleep & digestion
- less reactivity and increased emotional regulation
- decreased depression & anxiety
- increased focus and concentration, etc.
- improved sleep & digestion
- less reactivity and increased emotional regulation
- decreased depression & anxiety
- increased focus and concentration, etc.
How Does it Work?
- A client has 2-4 sensors and an ear clip placed on their head/ear, in various locations depending on desired outcomes.
- Those sensors are connected to an amplifier which is then connected to my computer.
- The client then plays a game. There are no controllers; they control the game by calming themselves which calms their brainwaves.
- The computer game helps the person fine tune their brainwaves through the feedback in real time.
- Some of this is conscious but most of it is unconscious except to set the intention that they'd like to play the game.
The Short Story on Brainwaves:
In NFB, brainwaves or the speed at which neurons are firing, are read through the sensors using an EEG amplifier and then represented on the screen like waves and measured by how many (amplitude) are firing at what speed (hz) such at 1-4hz, 12.5 avg. We group those into slow wave, reward band, and fast wave. Brainwaves control what parts of the brain fire and at what speed. By the brain learning to make healthier brainwave patterns/speeds, a variety of positive outcomes can be achieved.
FAQ:
Do the sensors shock me?
- No. They just read your brain waves, like a heart rate monitor or fitbit but for brain waves.
- Brains just learn but especially patterns. The way to keep your brain in the new pattern, is to keep coming to sessions. With sufficient practice, your brain will keep the new pattern just as it would if you learned to shoot a basketball a new way.
- But it doesn’t hurt to help your brain stay calm by doing things like yoga, meditation, and other coping or calming skills.
To Learn More About NFB:
General Neurofeedback Info:
"About Neurofeedback" - http://www.aboutneurofeedback.com/neurofeedback-info-center/faq/
What is Neurofeedback Article - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-resilient-brain/201410/what-is-neurofeedback
NFB Certification & Provider Search - www.bcia.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=1
EEGer NFB Providers (my software system) - http://www.esiaffiliatesforum.com/providers/us
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Study on NFB & Autism (but broadly applicable info) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5HfKGyE3Y8
NFB for Developmental Trauma/Adverse Childhood Events:
Sebern Fisher - http://www.sebernfisher.com/
Robert Coben & Multivariant Coherence Training - http://www.integrated-neuro.com/
Ruth Lanius & Her Research - www.researchgate.net/profile/Ruth_Lanius3
"About Neurofeedback" - http://www.aboutneurofeedback.com/neurofeedback-info-center/faq/
What is Neurofeedback Article - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-resilient-brain/201410/what-is-neurofeedback
NFB Certification & Provider Search - www.bcia.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=1
EEGer NFB Providers (my software system) - http://www.esiaffiliatesforum.com/providers/us
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Study on NFB & Autism (but broadly applicable info) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5HfKGyE3Y8
NFB for Developmental Trauma/Adverse Childhood Events:
Sebern Fisher - http://www.sebernfisher.com/
Robert Coben & Multivariant Coherence Training - http://www.integrated-neuro.com/
Ruth Lanius & Her Research - www.researchgate.net/profile/Ruth_Lanius3
