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A BETTER BRAIN MEANS A BETTER YOU!
Neurofeedback Offers Safe, Noninvasive, and Drug-free Relief from Chronic Issues Such as: Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficits, PTSD, Autism and more.
Neurofeedback is a measured learning process that takes advantage of the brain’s ability to self-regulate and seek balance. By re-training irregular brainwave patterns, we are assisting the brain to function better. In addition, adding other proven modalities, such as psychotherapy, better nutrition & sleep, and more exercise, the outcomes could be superior. Sometimes the missing piece is simply the brain; how it is managing, processing, and responding.
Neurofeedback Can Improve These Imbalances
Remember when you learned to ride a bicycle? Or maybe how to swim for the first time? When you first started, your brain didn`t know how to do it. However, with practice, and repetition, you soon mastered it. This process of learning with repetition and feedback is known as operant conditioning. It`s a natural learning activity everyone uses when developing new skills.
Neurofeedback uses the same safe, natural approach in improving your brain function.
How does neurofeedback work?
First, the actual imbalances are measured. This is done using a time-tested technology known as an electroencephalogram (EEG). It`s a painless, easy test – a cap is placed on the head that allows the computer to measure your actual brainwaves. A report or Brain Map is generated containing a detailed analysis of the brain. The report also gives a detailed plan for neurofeedback training options.
The Brain Map gives the data needed to create a customized training program to correct the imbalances that are likely the cause of the symptoms in the first place.
The training is fun and easy.
All the patient needs to do (child or adult) is come in, sit down in a comfortable chair, and watch a movie or video that they pick. A normal training session is 30 minutes long. During that time, two small sensors are placed on the scalp that measures brainwave output in real time. Just like in real life, if your brain speeds up while you watch the movie (you get fidgety, or anxious) – this is too much Beta energy. When this excess is detected, the movie dims, and the sound decreases.
This is a signal to your brain to slow down. Over time, the brain creates new, more efficient neural pathways that allow you to think in a calmer, healthier manner. The result- No More Symptoms!
Long term results.
Just like learning to swim, or ride a bike, these skills remain for a lifetime, even if you don`t use them often. That`s because the brainwave pathways remain in place permanently. Neurofeedback helps your brain to create the same long-term improvements in your brain activity. Once completed, the improved focus, concentration are yours to keep!
Conclusion.
The stigma of mental health treatment has begun to fade and more & more people are becoming aware that it’s possible to live a more happier and healthy life. At The Brain Wave Center we are focused on assisting everyone in improving their emotional health and overcoming anxiety, depression, PTSD, and common mood disorders.
If you or someone you know could benefit from the multiple therapeutic treatments that the Brain Wave Center offers, please contact them at (941) 552-4500. or visit BrainWaveCenters.com for more information.
Brain Wave Center
941.552.4500
BrainWaveCenters.com
640 S. Washington Blvd., Sarasota, Florida 34236
