Biofeedback & Neurofeedback
Biofeedback and neurofeedback are closely related techniques used to help individuals gain control over physiological functions, but they focus on different aspects of the body’s systems.
Biofeedback
Biofeedback is a general term for a technique that uses electronic monitoring devices to provide real-time information about physiological processes. This feedback helps individuals learn how to control bodily functions that are typically involuntary. Common physiological functions monitored in biofeedback include:
- Heart rate
- Muscle tension
- Skin temperature
- Galvanic skin response (sweating)
- Respiratory rate
Neurofeedback
Neurofeedback, also known as EEG (electroencephalographic) biofeedback, is a specialized type of biofeedback that focuses specifically on the brain’s electrical activity. It involves monitoring brainwaves using EEG and providing feedback to the individual so they can learn to self-regulate their brain function. Neurofeedback is often used to address conditions such as:
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Epilepsy
- Sleep disorders
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
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So what's next?
Your journey starts with a QEEG brain map, which shows us how your brain is actually regulating itself rather than leaving us to guess. From there, we design a personalized training program using established neurofeedback protocols, delivered through sensors that simply read your brainwaves while you relax and watch TV. The sessions are non-invasive, painless, and most clients find the process genuinely enjoyable and relaxing. Since the brain learns through repetition, consistency matters, and we'll talk through a realistic schedule that fits your family's life.
A complement to your care — including medication:
Neurofeedback isn't an either/or. It works well alongside behavioral strategies, school support, coaching, and medication. We'd never ask you to choose, and any decisions about medication should always be made with your prescribing physician. Many families find that a calmer, more regulated brain helps every other piece of their plan work better. If your child is already getting support at school or from a provider, we're glad to be one more member of the team.
A clearer, calmer path forward:
Mental health concerns don't have to mean a lifetime of friction and falling short of your potential. If you're ready to explore a natural, non-invasive way to help your brain — or your child's — focus and settle, we'd love to help you take the first step.
Example of Integration
In practice, biofeedback and neurofeedback can be used together. For instance, someone with anxiety might use general biofeedback to learn how to control their heart rate and muscle tension while simultaneously using neurofeedback to regulate their brainwave patterns.
Neurofeedback is a subset of biofeedback with a specific focus on brain activity. Both methods aim to help individuals gain greater control over involuntary physiological processes to improve health and well-being.