WHAT IS NEUROFEEDBACK?
Neurofeedback, also referred to as EEG, Biofeedback, or Neurotherapy, is a therapeutic training tool that can be used to improve a variety of health conditions.

An EEG (electroencephalogram) is used to monitor brain wave activity and "feedback" information to the brain about its activity. A certified Neurofeedback professional provides the necessary instruction and interpretation to encourage the brain to function within a more appropriate pattern level.

Neurofeedback helps a person's brain to self-correct, slowing the brain wave frequency if it is too fast and increasing the speed if it is too slow. This results is a healthier brain that is more stable, flexible, and resilient.

Once a brain self-corrects itself, its tendency is to hold on to the correction.

HOW DOES IT WORK?
Sensors are applied to specific areas on the scalp and ears using a special conductive paste. The sensors transmit brain wave activity to an EEG that measures and records them. These frequencies appear on a computer screen in the form of a video game for the trainee. The trainee "plays" the video game using his/her brain to reach desired brain wave activity. When this is achieved the brain is rewarded and the brain learns to direct itself toward this more desirable performance level. Brain wave targets are specific to each individual. There are no medications. The procedure is painless and non-invasive.

WHAT CAN NEUROFEEDBACK HELP?
Conditions that may benefit from EEG Neurofeedback training include: Addiction, anxiety, depression, attention deficit disorder (ADD), autoimmune dysfunctions, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), attachment disorder, behavior disorders, seizure disorders, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Tourettes syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, chronic pain, headaches and migraines, fibromyalgia, stress and sleep disorders, learning disorders, anger disorders, sports injuries, and many others.

IS NEUROFEEDBACK SAFE?
EEG Neurofeedback training only presents information to the brain about how it is performing. The decision to increase or decrease a performance frequency is made solely by the brain. It is safe, drug free, and the results are remarkable.

DOES INSURANCE COVER THE COST?
Contact the CAFA office to determine the specific requirements and/or limitations of your plan.