NEUROFEEDBACK THERAPY IN DENVER, CO

Neurofeedback is a form of brain training using EEG sensors to measure brainwave activity. Feedback is given to the individual when the brainwaves change to allow resetting mental and emotional patterns.

Neurofeedback devices were developed out of the discoveries from biofeedback that an individual can gain some control over involuntary functions to improve the body’s functioning and health. An example of biofeedback training is tracking your heart rate and then by breathing deeply lowering your heart rate.

With the development of neurofeedback, neuroscientists discovered that measuring and tracking the brain’s electrical activity, or brainwaves, was meaningful to help identify unhealthy brain activity and feedback about those patterns could be used to improve the brain’s performance.  

Mental and emotional experiences are created through the brain’s use of neurochemicals and electrical impulses or brainwaves. When an individual performs tasks those tasks are reflected in brainwave activity and they can be seen if the individual has EEG sensors attached to the head. For example, when an individual is performing a mental task such as problem-solving, Beta brain waves are dominant.  When falling asleep the slower Theta waves take over.

If the brain doesn’t produce the correct brain wave activity to accomplish the task it can be seen through tracking the brainwaves. For example, struggling to focus when trying to do school work and worrying when it’s time to fall asleep, are signs that the brain is stuck in habitual patterns and not in alignment with current needs.  

Only recently has the speed of computing technology reached a level where neurofeedback devices could be created because the brain performed functions much faster than computers could track. Now, as there is hardware that can run at the speed of the brain, its activities can be effectively tracked.

The immediate benefits from neurofeedback sessions, typically noticed after one to three sessions include feeling calmer, more focused and for many, getting better sleep. 

With a set of neurofeedback sessions, the benefits may range from emotional stability and regulation (as the individuals learns to reset negative patterns,) to allowing them to better manage sleep, as well as an improved cognitive fitness, such as attention, focus and concentration.  

In children, the results are primarily noticed in parents and teachers, although older kids with greater self-awareness do report noticing specific changes or they report liking neurofeedback but can’t specifically say why.  

The benefits of neurofeedback for children include:

• Less fighting with siblings
• Better able to focus on school work
• Feeling less fearful
• Managing sleep and bed wetting
• Worrying less

The benefits for adults include:

• Sleep management
• School / academic performance
• Executive functioning
• Emotional fitness and resiliency
• Mental fitness for anti-aging
• Stress management

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Neurofeedback for Kids; What Parents Need To Know for Best Success

At all our neurofeedback centers in U.S.A we use the NeurOptimal system. In 2011, after 10 months of research, we decided on the NeurOptimal® device because it met our needs to provide effective and safe neurofeedback while keeping the costs as low as possible.  

The NeurOptimal system is a second-generation neurofeedback. In the first generation, the skilled trainer would set protocols from a brain map taken of the client’s brain waves.  The trainer sets protocols to encourage the brain to change its brainwave patterns to match those of a ‘normal’ brain. While effective, it has limitations such as not using real-time data about the brainwaves but relying on information from a brain map taken sometimes months before training sessions. Potential for creating side effects from over or under-training was possible. It also proves difficult because it required guessing which maladaptive patterns to prioritize.  

With the second-generation NeurOptimal system, the advancements in computing power allowed the design of the system to shift, to be synchronized with how the brain optimizes its own performance. The software now uses real-time data from the brain to provide feedback, which is much more precise and valuable than using a QEEG or brain map that was taken months ago. The design is now fully automated and allows the individual’s brain to be the expert deciding how to use the information rather than an expert trainer setting protocols to force change. Thus allowing change to happen organically and minimizing unwanted effects.  

Being fully automated and not requiring protocols to be set makes the home neurofeedback device a reality.

Our clinic in Denver offers comprehensive neurofeedback services designed to address a variety of mental wellness needs. Conveniently located within the city limits, we provide individualized neurofeedback sessions to optimize brain function, improve emotional regulation, and enhance cognitive performance. You can easily schedule an appointment through our website or by contacting our office directly.

Yes, in addition to neurofeedback, we also offer biofeedback services at our Denver location. While neurofeedback trains the brain to regulate its activity, biofeedback focuses on improving bodily functions such as heart rate, muscle tension, and skin temperature. Together, these therapies provide a holistic approach to improving mental and physical health.

Neurofeedback is effective in supporting clients living with a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

ADHD: Helps with focus and attention regulation.
Anxiety Disorders: Reduces symptoms by improving emotional regulation.
Depression: Can assist in stabilizing mood and mental clarity.
PTSD: Supports recovery by improving stress response and emotional balance.
Insomnia: Promotes better sleep by optimizing brainwave patterns.
Stress-related Issues: Helps the brain manage stress more effectively.

Neurofeedback is a safe, non-invasive way to address these and other conditions by teaching the brain to regulate itself.

An analog for the feedback process is seeing your reflection in a mirror. If you see your head is tilted you'll most likely automatically straighten it. NeurOptimal alerts the brain that it is doing something and each brain will decide how to use the information it is presented with, in order to optimize its own functioning.

The most common effect after a neurofeedback session is that clients report feeling calmer and relaxed. When clients have poor sleep hygiene and are exhausted they will often report feeling tired at the end of the session. This shift is a result of increased awareness and the client shifting out of a stress response. We coach these clients to pay attention to this shift as a communication of the need for more sleep. 

Unlike traditional therapies that typically focus on managing symptoms through medication or counseling, neurofeedback directly trains the brain to regulate its own activity. By using real-time brainwave data, neurofeedback provides feedback that allows the brain to adjust its patterns and improve function over time. This self-regulation approach can promote long-lasting improvements in mental health and cognitive function, making it a powerful tool for individuals seeking a non-invasive, drug-free solution.

The cost of neurofeedback sessions at our Denver clinic typically ranges from $90 to $160 per session. The price varies depending on the clinician’s experience and the duration of the session. We also offer packages and discounts for multiple sessions to help make ongoing therapy more affordable. For more information, feel free to contact our clinic.

Scheduling a consultation is simple. You can book an appointment through our website or by calling our office directly. We look forward to helping you on your path to better mental wellness.