Neurofeedback
Choose WellMind for Neurofeedback
At WellMind, neurofeedback services are guided by a BCIA & IQCB Board Certified psychologist with advanced training in QEEG analysis. Dr. Temperance Cervantes uses FDA-approved equipment and assessment-based protocols to individualize neurofeedback training. Ongoing education in neurotherapy informs her neuroscience-informed approach to care.
Professional Standards
Grounded in board certification, advanced training, and professional affiliation.
Licensed Psychologist
BCIA Board Certified in Neurofeedback
IQCB Board Certified in QEEG
ISNR Corporate Membership
Neurofeedback: Supporting a Calm and Focused Mind
Neurofeedback is a form of biofeedback that helps the brain learn to regulate itself more effectively. Because the brain communicates through electrical activity, neurofeedback works by providing real-time feedback that allows the brain to adjust patterns associated with attention, arousal, mood, and stress response.
Through visual and/or auditory feedback, the brain is gently reinforced when it moves toward more stable and flexible patterns of activity. Over time, this learning process can support greater calm, focus, and self-regulation. Rather than suppressing symptoms, neurofeedback trains the brain to use the right level of activation for the task at hand, improving awareness and responsiveness.
As the brain becomes more regulated, many individuals notice improvements in sleep, mood, attention, emotional reactivity, and stress tolerance. Neurofeedback has also been shown to support symptoms related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, headaches, and migraines. For some, it can complement other treatments by strengthening the brain’s capacity to engage in therapy and daily life with greater stability.
Neurofeedback is a training process, not a treatment that acts on the brain from the outside. The goal is to support lasting change by helping the brain develop more adaptive patterns it can continue to use beyond sessions.
Attention & Concentration Problems
Neurofeedback has been shown to support attention and self-regulation in individuals with ADHD by training patterns of brain activity related to focus, impulse control, and mental flexibility. Through repeated training, the brain can become more efficient at sustaining attention and responding to demands in the environment. Many individuals with ADHD use neurofeedback to strengthen skills that support focus and regulation over time. Rather than addressing symptoms alone, neurofeedback helps the brain learn more stable and adaptive patterns, supporting improved attention, reduced distractibility, and greater self-awareness in daily life.
Migraines
Stress and disrupted sleep are common migraine triggers, and neurofeedback can support regulation in both areas by helping the brain develop more stable and flexible patterns of activity. Through training, the nervous system can become better at shifting into restorative states associated with sleep and recovery. At WellMind, migraine support often involves an integrative approach that may include neurofeedback, heart rate variability biofeedback, and psychotherapy focused on stress management, coping skills, cognitive strategies, and sleep-supportive routines. When the nervous system becomes more regulated and sleep improves, many individuals experience a reduction in migraine frequency or intensity. Lifestyle factors such as nutrition, hydration, and medical care also play an important role and are addressed collaboratively as part of comprehensive care.
Anxiety & Depression
Neurofeedback can support individuals experiencing anxiety and depression by strengthening brain patterns associated with calm, emotional balance, and flexibility. Through training, the brain practices shifting out of prolonged stress or withdrawal states and into more regulated functioning. Many people notice improvements in emotional regulation, stress tolerance, and mood stability over time. Neurofeedback is often used as part of an integrative approach and may complement psychotherapy and other supportive treatments based on individual needs.
Sleep Problems
Neurofeedback can support improved sleep by helping the brain regulate patterns associated with arousal and rest. When the nervous system becomes more balanced, it can be easier to fall asleep, stay asleep, and feel more restored. Sleep-related neurofeedback training is guided by careful assessment and may include QEEG brain mapping to better understand individual patterns. Over time, many people notice improvements in sleep quality along with benefits in daytime focus, mood, and regulation.
neurofeedback process
Before beginning neurofeedback training, we complete a QEEG (Quantitative Electroencephalogram) brain map. During this process, a soft cap with sensors is placed on the head to record brainwave activity. The sensors do not send anything into the brain; they simply measure electrical activity, similar to how a blood pressure cuff measures circulation.
The brain map is then carefully analyzed to examine patterns of brain activity, including which frequencies are more or less dominant, how different regions communicate with one another, and areas of asymmetry. This information helps identify patterns related to regulation, attention, sleep, emotional processing, and cognitive functioning. Just as important, the brain map also highlights areas of strength and stability.
In addition to the brain map, the assessment process may include symptom measures and other clinical tools to support a comprehensive understanding of your needs. Together, this information guides the development of individualized neurofeedback protocols designed to support effective and targeted brain training.
what you should know
Neurofeedback is a non-invasive and generally well-tolerated form of brain-based training. Many individuals notice gradual changes such as improved sleep, increased calm, and greater self-awareness as training progresses. Some people may experience temporary effects, such as mild fatigue or mild headaches early on, which typically resolve as the brain adjusts.
Neurofeedback is a learning process that unfolds over time. The number of sessions varies based on individual needs and goals, though training plans often involve multiple sessions per week over several months. More complex or longstanding patterns may require additional sessions to support stable and lasting change.
At WellMind, neurofeedback is not provided as a stand-alone service. Training is integrated with psychotherapy to address factors such as stress, sleep, coping strategies, and previous adverse experiences. This combined approach supports regulation and helps clients apply gains from neurofeedback more effectively in daily life.
Neurofeedback represents an investment in long-term brain health and self-regulation. We offer flexible payment plans and accept CareCredit, including options that allow payments to be spread over up to 12 months with no interest. Insurance coverage for neurofeedback varies by plan; some plans do provide coverage, and our team can assist with verifying benefits, requesting authorization, and submitting claims when applicable. We encourage scheduling a consultation to determine whether neurofeedback is an appropriate fit for your needs and to review both clinical and financial options.