Benefits of Neurofeedback: Anxiety and Depression

The right side of the brain pertains to creativity, music, intuition, non-verbal memories, and spatial/social awareness. It’s the place in the brain where it sees the “big picture”. When it is overactivated, this is when your mind can go down a rabbit hole of “what if” type anxiety symptoms. 

The left side of the brain pertains to logical thinking, math, problem solving, verbal memory, and language abilities. With depression there is typically a reward deficiency. This detail oriented side being so under activated and under rewarded is where symptoms of depression start to arise. 

What is Neurofeedback and Meet Our Technician

Neurofeedback is defined as the technique of making brain activity perceptible to the senses in order to consciously alter the brain's activity. This is done by recording brain waves with an electroencephalogram (EEG) and presenting the data visually or audibly. An electroencephalogram (EEG) is used for detecting and recording brain waves.

The best way to describe what’s going on in simpler terms is to think of your brain like it’s a guitar and each string is a different brain wave. Neurofeedback is a tuning device and you are a self-taught, self-playing instrument. You don’t really know if you are playing the right notes or even the right chords, you just play.

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and the Power of Connection

In an increasingly interconnected world, the feeling of isolation remains a pervasive issue. During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, it's vital to recognize that forging and maintaining personal connections within a community can have a profound impact on an individual's mental health. Humans are inherently social creatures who crave meaningful interactions. We all want relationships that provide comfort, understanding, and a sense of belonging. These connections act as anchors that keep us grounded, offering solace during moments of vulnerability.

Overcoming Anxiety: Understanding, Causes, and Management Techniques | The Counseling Hub

Overcoming Anxiety: Understanding, Causes, and Management Techniques | The Counseling Hub

Do I have anxiety? What is anxiety? What does anxiety feel like? What causes anxiety? How to calm anxiety? If you find yourself asking these questions, you are not alone. Anxiety is a common experience that affects millions of people worldwide. It can manifest in different ways, including panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety, and generalized anxiety disorder. Understanding anxiety, its causes, and how to manage it can help you live a more fulfilling life.