Why Neurofeedback is a Growing Business
Neurofeedback, the process of retraining your brain’s wave patterns and functions by analyzing brain waves and stimulating the brain with images and sounds, is becoming a popular method of therapy. Therefore, more and more in the medical field, specifically mental health, are turning to it and offering it in their clinics and practices.
According to Cynthia Kerson, executive director of the International Society for Neurofeedback and Research, 7,500 doctors in the area of mental health in the United States now offer neurofeedback as a treatment option for their patients. Over 100,000 Americans have experienced neurofeedback in the last ten years, showing a growing interest in the therapy methods of neurofeedback.
Also, for the first time ever, the National Institute of Mental Health sponsored the first study of neurofeedback for ADHD, also showing that the therapy method is gaining not just popularity but also recognition as a legitimate treatment. 36 people were involved in the controlled study.
Although neurofeedback is gaining legitimacy in the medical community, and it’s now more widely accepted that it does work effectively, it’s not fully understand how to fully harness it to treat disorders like addiction and ADHD.
Using neurofeedback on an individual, unsupervised basis can end badly–using the equipment incorrectly and applying the (potentially inaccurate) findings incorrectly can nterfere with medications, cause a seizure, or others. It’s therapy, but it’s powerful and serious, and should be handled by professionals only at this point. Therefore, it’s an excellent service to offer to patients, as they can only get the experience from a professional.
About Dr. Trish Leigh Experience
Dr. Trish is the sensational provider of the brain-based workshop and keynote speeches, with 25 years of experience. As the director of Leigh Brain & Spine, Dr. Trish and her team are ready to help you feel better to free you from that place where you feel stuck.
She is known for her passion, enthusiasm, and inspiration to help others change their brains and improve their lives. Dr. Leigh has mentored professionals and business owners for over 25 years. She is a board-certified Neurofeedback practitioner, scholar and is held in the highest regard by esteemed colleagues and patients alike.
Dr. Trish offers a course on neurofeedback and understanding the business of neurofeedback therapy. In this five-week online course, learn everything you need to know to start your own neurofeedback practice.
