Is your child struggling with difficult behavior and you want to avoid medications? As the new school year begins, many Brighton parents are exploring ways to support their children’s learning and well-being. One method gaining attention is Neurofeedback, a drug free, non-invasive therapy offering hope for children with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Neurofeedback can also help manage stress, insomnia, and depression, making it a versatile tool for mental health.

What is Neurofeedback?

Neurofeedback, also known as EEG biofeedback, uses real-time monitoring of brain activity to teach self-regulation. Sensors placed on the scalp measure brainwave patterns and provide immediate feedback, helping the brain learn to function more efficiently.

How Neurofeedback Helps Children with ADD and ADHD

Children with ADD and ADHD often struggle with attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. Neurofeedback targets these issues by training the brain to maintain balanced brainwave patterns. Here’s how it helps:

• Improved Focus and Attention: Neurofeedback encourages the brain to produce brainwaves associated with focus and attention, helping children stay on task and improve academically.

• Reduced Hyperactivity and Impulsivity: By promoting stable brainwave patterns, neurofeedback can decrease hyperactivity and impulsivity, making it easier for children to control their behaviors.

• Enhanced Self-Regulation: Neurofeedback trains the brain to manage emotional and behavioral responses, leading to better social interactions and a more positive school experience.

Benefits Beyond ADD and ADHD

Neurofeedback is beneficial for anyone looking to improve mental health and cognitive function. Additional benefits include:

• Calming the Brain: Neurofeedback can help manage stress and anxiety by promoting relaxed brainwave patterns, useful during the back-to-school transition.

• Insomnia: Neurofeedback can help regulate sleep patterns, improving sleep quality and daytime functioning.

• Depression: Neurofeedback can balance brainwave activity associated with mood regulation, reducing symptoms of depression and promoting a positive outlook.

How to Get Started

As Brighton families prepare for the new school year, neurofeedback offers a promising approach to improving focus, behavior, and mental health. Christy Kennedy, M.S., BCN is the only Board Certified Neurofeedback practitioner offering this service in the Brighton area. If you’re interested in Neurofeedback for your child or yourself, give us a call at 720-317-3022. We will assess your needs and create a personalized program. 

Neurofeedback is typically administered in a series of 40 to 60-minute sessions and we accept HSA/FSA payments.