How does it work?
Neurofeedback brain training works as a “detection and monitoring” system of the changes in electrical patterns emanating from the scalp. You can think of neurofeedback training as holding up a mirror to the brain. The system gives your brain information about itself. During a training session, the NeurOptimal® training system monitors your brain for sudden changes in electrical activity. When an irregularity is detected, the system will inform your brain with a brief pause in the music. This interruption invites your brain to return its attention to the present moment. This allows your brain to naturally self-correct.
What diagnosis does neurofeedback work for?
Non linear neurofeedback is brain training, not treatment. Because of this, it is not treating any specific diagnosis or illness. Rather, it is used to improve the brain's overall functioning. We believe anyone can benefit from neurofeedback training. It has been used by children who are struggling with schoolwork or emotional regulation, career people who want to manage stress and be more productive, athletes who want to enhance sports performance and many other folks who want to train their brains to function on a more optimal level.
Will the improvements last?
The positive changes you get from neurofeedback tend to last a long time. That said, it’s a bit like going to the gym—you can’t expect to reach your fitness goals, stop going completely, and still stay in top shape forever.
Once people experience how great they feel after neurofeedback, they usually like to keep it up at a pace that fits their lifestyle. For some, that means a few sessions once a year. For others, it’s more like once a month. For some, they stop for a while and start again when a new challenge arises. Others come in before a big test, game, or presentation to help them feel focused and at their best.
How often should I train?
There’s no set number of sessions with NeurOptimal®—everyone’s brain is unique and changes at its own pace. Some people notice life-changing shifts after just 3 sessions, while many see significant progress around 8–10. Others continue to feel improvements over 40 or more sessions.
The amazing thing is that your brain starts responding right away. NeurOptimal® gives your brain feedback 256 times per second, helping it naturally reorganize into a more balanced, efficient state from the very first session.
Everyone’s experience is different, but one thing’s for sure—your brain is learning and optimizing every time you train.
Zengar Institute actually did a survey back in 2014 asking NeurOptimal® trainers about the improvements their clients experienced, what issues they were working on, and how many sessions it took. If you’d like to see those results, just send us an email and we’ll be happy to share them with you!.