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Neurofeedback is a relatively new treatment growing in popularity over the past few years. Despite this, there are still many misconceptions about what it is and can do. In this article, we’ll break down some of the benefits of neurofeedback and explain how it can help you or your loved one manage conditions like addiction, ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
Neurofeedback, a form of biofeedback, uses monitoring devices to gather data about an individual’s physiological functioning. Biofeedback is defined as any process that teaches a person how to alter their physiological activity.
The purpose of biofeedback is to improve overall health and performance. Unlike other types of biofeedback, neurofeedback training (NFT) hones in on the brain and central nervous system. NFT is a form of applied and fundamental neuroscience used to inform data-based clinical practice. The subjective, cognitive, and behavioral aspects of brain activity are studied using neurological feedback.1
Neurofeedback brain training is a non-invasive self-regulation method. Generally speaking, neurofeedback training aims to learn how to control brain events by administering event-specific sensory feedback. NFT is bio neurofeedback applied directly to a person’s brain.1
Neurofeedback training relies on the principle that human brains can change how they function. Operant conditioning is leveraged during neurological feedback training to encourage behavior modifications based on learned consequences.
Practitioners provide neurofeedback training by creating associations between a person’s brain activity and positive outcomes.
Neurofeedback therapy training involves a wide range of equipment, including computer software, hardware, and feedback tools. The following sections will explore each piece of equipment required for a neurofeedback session.
Electrical patterns are repeated during bio neurofeedback and EEG training to create brain habits. Repetition is a key tool in the process of brain training neurofeedback.1
The success of neurofeedback therapy benefits can be influenced by training intensity, choice of EEG training bands, number of electrodes, sensor positioning, and feedback modality.3
Neurofeedback therapy benefits are widely recognized in the medical biofeedback community. A neurofeedback system can be used to treat a wide array of psychiatric disorders. For instance, neurofeedback training in the USA is often used to help children and adults with ADHD. The following section will cover neurofeedback therapy benefits.
In addition to talk therapy and medication, neurofeedback is becoming more widely available to individuals.
Neurofeedback results are helpful for many individuals with mental health conditions, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and attention problems. Benefits can include fewer symptoms, improved self-regulation, better sleep, less anxiety, minimized impulsivity, and greater focus.4
In Los Angeles, CA, Iris Healing® is a dual diagnosis mental health and addiction treatment center. Doctorate-level clinicians come alongside their patients to provide patient-centered care and holistic healing.
Lasting recovery is the ultimate goal at Iris Healing®. In contrast to online neurofeedback training, Iris Healing®’s neurofeedback therapy program is administered in-person to treat addiction, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems.
Clients can expect to start with an initial private consultation with a trained expert during a neurofeedback session. The clinician will walk you through the neurotherapy process, discuss expectations, and create a fine-tuned treatment plan customized to you.
The initial thirty-minute visit also includes an EEG appointment. Clients typically attend sessions at least two times per week.
Iris Healing® follows the neurofeedback protocol to empower clients throughout their mental health and addiction treatment. To begin your holistic healing and recovery journey, contact us today!
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At Iris Healing®, we offer a free and confidential verification of benefits with no commitment required. For our in-network insurance partners, Iris Healing® accepts PPO, EPO, and HMO plans. For out-of-network insurance, we accept most PPO policies. We are happy to answer any questions you have related to insurance coverage for mental health and addiction treatment.
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Licensed by the State Department of Health Care Services.
Iris Healing Center
Certification: 190056AP
Expiration Date: 12/31/2025
Iris Healing Retreat
License Number: 190943AP
Expiration Date: 1/31/2025
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