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Jenae Spencer
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, BCB, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10028  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping people improve their well-being and regain a sense of hope. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), I help clients improve sleep by exploring beliefs and circadian rhythm dysfunctions that hinder sleep. CBT-I is a powerful protocol that the American College of Physicians recognizes as the first-line treatment for adults with chronic insomnia. In addition to sleep therapy, I utilize biofeedback to train heart rate variability (HRV), which aids in regulating nervous system functioning, decreasing anxiety, enhancing emotional regulation, and improving stress management.
I am passionate about helping people improve their well-being and regain a sense of hope. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), I help clients improve sleep by exploring beliefs and circadian rhythm dysfunctions that hinder sleep. CBT-I is a powerful protocol that the American College of Physicians recognizes as the first-line treatment for adults with chronic insomnia. In addition to sleep therapy, I utilize biofeedback to train heart rate variability (HRV), which aids in regulating nervous system functioning, decreasing anxiety, enhancing emotional regulation, and improving stress management.
(646) 419-3448 View (646) 419-3448
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Behavioral Associates
Psychologist, PhD, BCN, BCB
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10128
Dr. Robert Reiner is the Executive Director and founder of Behavioral Associates (BA), and has been practicing psychology since 1981. He specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for individuals, couples and families alone or in combination with Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, Virtual Reality Therapy (VRT) and QEEG assessment. Dr. Reiner is a warm, compassionate psychologist that personally meets with each new patient during the initial consultation to assess the patients' individual needs, match them with one of the expert clinicians on staff, and devise a treatment plan. While he views medication as a last resort, psychiatrists are available to prescribe when deemed necessary.
Dr. Robert Reiner is the Executive Director and founder of Behavioral Associates (BA), and has been practicing psychology since 1981. He specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for individuals, couples and families alone or in combination with Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, Virtual Reality Therapy (VRT) and QEEG assessment. Dr. Reiner is a warm, compassionate psychologist that personally meets with each new patient during the initial consultation to assess the patients' individual needs, match them with one of the expert clinicians on staff, and devise a treatment plan. While he views medication as a last resort, psychiatrists are available to prescribe when deemed necessary.
(646) 791-4246 View (646) 791-4246
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Kamran Fallahpour
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023
Dr Fallahpour offers a personalized approach to medicine that uses the latest findings in neuroscience and neuromodulation techniques such as brain mapping, neuropsychological evaluation , neurofeedback, rTMS, tDCS, and biofeedback.
Our goal is to promote brain health through integrative approach that is tailored and personalized to your need and the specifics of your brain, physiology, history, and life circumstances. Many of our clients come to us because they understand that their issues is not a character flaw but the culmination of genetic and environmental variables that have led to the brain being hardwired a certain way. They also understand that the brain is very plastic and that it can be retrained! We work with Adults & Children with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Brain Injury, Stress, Developmental issues, or simply Peak Performance.
Dr Fallahpour offers a personalized approach to medicine that uses the latest findings in neuroscience and neuromodulation techniques such as brain mapping, neuropsychological evaluation , neurofeedback, rTMS, tDCS, and biofeedback.
Our goal is to promote brain health through integrative approach that is tailored and personalized to your need and the specifics of your brain, physiology, history, and life circumstances. Many of our clients come to us because they understand that their issues is not a character flaw but the culmination of genetic and environmental variables that have led to the brain being hardwired a certain way. They also understand that the brain is very plastic and that it can be retrained! We work with Adults & Children with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Brain Injury, Stress, Developmental issues, or simply Peak Performance.
(646) 583-3615 View (646) 583-3615
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Biofeedback Cnslng & Creative Arts Therapy PLLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MPS, BCIAC, ATR-BC, LMHC, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
My education and training in Biofeedback, Psychophysiology, Creative Arts Therapy and Counseling inform how I work with each client, based on their unique needs.
I believe that everyone has the right to feel healthy and energetic. Stress often interferes with this; it doesn't have to be that way. A warm, professional approach and a variety of bio-behavioral techniques can provide just the support necessary to help people be the very best they can be. I am personally in recovery from a 13 year Migraine headache and anxiety condition; biofeedback, creative arts and counseling helped me to put this debilitating set of symptoms into remission without the use of medications. I am living testimonial to the effectivenss of the complementary therapeutic approach to health.
My education and training in Biofeedback, Psychophysiology, Creative Arts Therapy and Counseling inform how I work with each client, based on their unique needs.
I believe that everyone has the right to feel healthy and energetic. Stress often interferes with this; it doesn't have to be that way. A warm, professional approach and a variety of bio-behavioral techniques can provide just the support necessary to help people be the very best they can be. I am personally in recovery from a 13 year Migraine headache and anxiety condition; biofeedback, creative arts and counseling helped me to put this debilitating set of symptoms into remission without the use of medications. I am living testimonial to the effectivenss of the complementary therapeutic approach to health.
(516) 825-6567 View (516) 825-6567
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Expressive Connections Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, LMHC, BCB, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
At Expressive Connections, we offer individual counseling to young children, adolescents and adults, couples counseling, therapeutic parent coaching, biofeedback, neurofeedback, groups and workshops.
There is nothing wrong with you for feeling afraid, anxious, depressed, angry, depleted of energy, numb, lost, and confused. In fact, your courage and your willingness to be vulnerable are what make you resilient. Your body is responding to its environment, and that’s normal. It is sending you messages and we are going to decipher those messages together. Be so kind to yourself as you are about to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
At Expressive Connections, we offer individual counseling to young children, adolescents and adults, couples counseling, therapeutic parent coaching, biofeedback, neurofeedback, groups and workshops.
There is nothing wrong with you for feeling afraid, anxious, depressed, angry, depleted of energy, numb, lost, and confused. In fact, your courage and your willingness to be vulnerable are what make you resilient. Your body is responding to its environment, and that’s normal. It is sending you messages and we are going to decipher those messages together. Be so kind to yourself as you are about to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
(516) 363-1040 View (516) 363-1040
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Brian M Lissak
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10128
I am also adept at using various forms of biofeedback & neurofeedback as an adjunct to talk therapy, as well as a keen understanding of the nervous system to individuate my work with you.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, family and interpersonal relationships, OCD, as well as a wide array encompassing many other challenges. I also work with people on Peak Performance training. My work takes place both in a clinical office setting as well as out in the real world, working with you in the way that will most effectively achieve your goals.  I am informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing, Hakomi, Motivational Interviewing, among other modalities and frameworks. I am also trained in Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy and work with clients using Ketamine.
I am also adept at using various forms of biofeedback & neurofeedback as an adjunct to talk therapy, as well as a keen understanding of the nervous system to individuate my work with you.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, family and interpersonal relationships, OCD, as well as a wide array encompassing many other challenges. I also work with people on Peak Performance training. My work takes place both in a clinical office setting as well as out in the real world, working with you in the way that will most effectively achieve your goals.  I am informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing, Hakomi, Motivational Interviewing, among other modalities and frameworks. I am also trained in Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy and work with clients using Ketamine.
(718) 673-6803 View (718) 673-6803
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Avita Integrative Care LLC.
Psychological Associate, MS, BCB
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10033
I am a compassionate, seasoned, highly effective, BCIA International Board Certified Biofeedback Professional with more than 25 years' experience in providing highly effective, evidence-based treatment and eager to share the effectiveness of this technology with my clients.
Help extinguish that “stress app” running in the background! Mitigate or re regulate conditions such as: Anxiety, panic, test & performance anxiety; behavior addictions; health-related anxiety; pain related symptoms, including headaches, GI disorders and insomnia, high blood pressure. We create an individualized plan for recovery from stress-driven illness, and help clients to rapidly return to independently sustainable, normal physiological functioning. Biofeedback employs cutting edge technology to teach clients how to recover from their stress by strengthening their autonomic self-regulating function in all of life's challenges.
I am a compassionate, seasoned, highly effective, BCIA International Board Certified Biofeedback Professional with more than 25 years' experience in providing highly effective, evidence-based treatment and eager to share the effectiveness of this technology with my clients.
Help extinguish that “stress app” running in the background! Mitigate or re regulate conditions such as: Anxiety, panic, test & performance anxiety; behavior addictions; health-related anxiety; pain related symptoms, including headaches, GI disorders and insomnia, high blood pressure. We create an individualized plan for recovery from stress-driven illness, and help clients to rapidly return to independently sustainable, normal physiological functioning. Biofeedback employs cutting edge technology to teach clients how to recover from their stress by strengthening their autonomic self-regulating function in all of life's challenges.
(201) 844-6294 View (201) 844-6294
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Serenity Zone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, SMC-C, CAMS
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
We offer a variety of innovative and evidence-based modalities including Tele-Play and Biofeedback, to meet the clinical goals of client.
One of the many reasons why people cannot move forward is because they keep applying an old formula to a new level in their life. Change the formula to get a different result! We help people move from a life of pain, to a life of purpose. We strive to provide a holistic mind-body approach that makes an impact on our client’s lives, their family systems, and future generations to come.
We offer a variety of innovative and evidence-based modalities including Tele-Play and Biofeedback, to meet the clinical goals of client.
One of the many reasons why people cannot move forward is because they keep applying an old formula to a new level in their life. Change the formula to get a different result! We help people move from a life of pain, to a life of purpose. We strive to provide a holistic mind-body approach that makes an impact on our client’s lives, their family systems, and future generations to come.
(516) 686-9881 View (516) 686-9881
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Lynne Matte
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10009
I am clinical psychologist working with clients to achieve self-fulfillment through a range of techniques, including CBT, motivational interviewing, biofeedback, and multicultural frameworks. I offer compassionate therapy with the goal to wellness to find a more integrated way of living. After many years of helping people, I have found the true experience is to “know thyself”. I work with people, who are struggling with health issues, anxiety, and depression.
I am clinical psychologist working with clients to achieve self-fulfillment through a range of techniques, including CBT, motivational interviewing, biofeedback, and multicultural frameworks. I offer compassionate therapy with the goal to wellness to find a more integrated way of living. After many years of helping people, I have found the true experience is to “know thyself”. I work with people, who are struggling with health issues, anxiety, and depression.
(347) 970-6367 View (347) 970-6367
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Jonathan Max Egan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Board Certified Neurofeedback Practitioner & Specialist at the ATTN Center in NYC. Max strongly believes that every individual is capable of creating positive changes for themselves, regardless of their history. In addition to being a licensed Psychotherapist in NYC, he specializes in Neurofeedback training. Neurofeedback is a non-invasive medical treatment that can be useful to treat symptoms of a wide array of psychical and psychological issues. While providing neurofeedback services, Max has successfully treated disorders such as ADHD, addiction, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, PTSD, gastrointestinal disorders, and more.
Board Certified Neurofeedback Practitioner & Specialist at the ATTN Center in NYC. Max strongly believes that every individual is capable of creating positive changes for themselves, regardless of their history. In addition to being a licensed Psychotherapist in NYC, he specializes in Neurofeedback training. Neurofeedback is a non-invasive medical treatment that can be useful to treat symptoms of a wide array of psychical and psychological issues. While providing neurofeedback services, Max has successfully treated disorders such as ADHD, addiction, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, PTSD, gastrointestinal disorders, and more.
(332) 699-6884 View (332) 699-6884
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Footprints Mental Health Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(718) 550-5392 View (718) 550-5392
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Andrew Romar LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
I aspire to create a safe, trusting, and non-judgmental environment that will allow you to explore and gain greater knowledge of yourself and your relationships. Through our therapeutic relationship we will identify the positive and negative patterns in your life, empowering you to make the necessary changes to meet your goals, both short and long term. I assist you in gaining insight and perspective so that new ideas and feelings can emerge and create desired changes.
I aspire to create a safe, trusting, and non-judgmental environment that will allow you to explore and gain greater knowledge of yourself and your relationships. Through our therapeutic relationship we will identify the positive and negative patterns in your life, empowering you to make the necessary changes to meet your goals, both short and long term. I assist you in gaining insight and perspective so that new ideas and feelings can emerge and create desired changes.
(646) 760-4845 View (646) 760-4845
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Amy Lowery Allison
Psychologist, PhD, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10065  (Online Only)
You are more than a body. So when your body is struggling, it makes sense that you would also struggle mentally, emotionally, socially or even spiritually. I can help you through this. I am a clinical psychologist with leading expertise in providing psychotherapy to individuals dealing with health concerns (high stress/tension, coping with illness, disease or disability, fear of progression/recurrence, reducing physical symptoms, body image/changes, impact on relationships, communicating with loved ones, coping with depression, anxiety, or isolation, spiritual distress, enriching meaning, or even support facing end of life).
You are more than a body. So when your body is struggling, it makes sense that you would also struggle mentally, emotionally, socially or even spiritually. I can help you through this. I am a clinical psychologist with leading expertise in providing psychotherapy to individuals dealing with health concerns (high stress/tension, coping with illness, disease or disability, fear of progression/recurrence, reducing physical symptoms, body image/changes, impact on relationships, communicating with loved ones, coping with depression, anxiety, or isolation, spiritual distress, enriching meaning, or even support facing end of life).
(646) 916-5548 View (646) 916-5548
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Erica J Lubetkin
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New York, NY 10022  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelming at times, leading to avoidance and isolation? Do you feel lost, unfulfilled, or confused about next steps in your life? Do wish to gain healthy coping skills? My goal is to help my clients develop healthier coping skills and gain insight into the underlying cause of their problem. I have an extensive background working with the substance use population as well as their families. Helping individuals learn, heal, and grow is a deeply fulfilling experience for both myself, and the client. Off the bat I share my sense of humor, which helps foster a great therapeutic alliance from the start.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelming at times, leading to avoidance and isolation? Do you feel lost, unfulfilled, or confused about next steps in your life? Do wish to gain healthy coping skills? My goal is to help my clients develop healthier coping skills and gain insight into the underlying cause of their problem. I have an extensive background working with the substance use population as well as their families. Helping individuals learn, heal, and grow is a deeply fulfilling experience for both myself, and the client. Off the bat I share my sense of humor, which helps foster a great therapeutic alliance from the start.
(646) 630-7265 View (646) 630-7265
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Rivia Mind
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
At Rivia Mind, we focus on both treatment and prevention. We believe in listening to each patient and creating a partnership to work on maintaining and improving lifelong health. We are a treatment center that offers up to date, evidence based treatment for a wide range of psychological struggles that get in the way of you living life to the fullest. A consultation begins with a comprehensive evaluation and a personalized treatment plan to help you reach your goals.
At Rivia Mind, we focus on both treatment and prevention. We believe in listening to each patient and creating a partnership to work on maintaining and improving lifelong health. We are a treatment center that offers up to date, evidence based treatment for a wide range of psychological struggles that get in the way of you living life to the fullest. A consultation begins with a comprehensive evaluation and a personalized treatment plan to help you reach your goals.
(646) 974-9837 View (646) 974-9837
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Howard S Cohn
BA, MS
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
Life gives us challenges. These challenges can include anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationships, or just feeling stuck in life. However, we do not have to face these challenges alone. Through collaboration, we together can create an individualized and comprehensive plan to help you create an identity of your own, integrate positive practices into your daily interactions, and grow to live a happy and healthy life. email address:hcohn144@aol.com 917 414 7949 Mailing address United States P.O. Box 150294 Kew Gardens, New York 11415
Life gives us challenges. These challenges can include anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationships, or just feeling stuck in life. However, we do not have to face these challenges alone. Through collaboration, we together can create an individualized and comprehensive plan to help you create an identity of your own, integrate positive practices into your daily interactions, and grow to live a happy and healthy life. email address:hcohn144@aol.com 917 414 7949 Mailing address United States P.O. Box 150294 Kew Gardens, New York 11415
(646) 859-1322 View (646) 859-1322
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David Martin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Accepting Teletherapy Appointments Only. I work collaboratively with my clients, empowering them to find balance, wholeness, and greater happiness in life. My broad experience both in a variety of psychological treatment modalities (Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy), as well as in working with a wide range of clients, enables me to provide therapy that is both deeply compassionate and well-rooted in psychological science. I’m here to help you create stronger, more fulfilling relationships, make peace with yourself, and start living a life of fulfillment and connection.
Accepting Teletherapy Appointments Only. I work collaboratively with my clients, empowering them to find balance, wholeness, and greater happiness in life. My broad experience both in a variety of psychological treatment modalities (Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy), as well as in working with a wide range of clients, enables me to provide therapy that is both deeply compassionate and well-rooted in psychological science. I’m here to help you create stronger, more fulfilling relationships, make peace with yourself, and start living a life of fulfillment and connection.
(516) 715-3461 View (516) 715-3461
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At Home Psychedelic Therapy (Instant Insurance Verification )
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MA, CPC, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
The Feya Health Psychotherapists are all trained in cutting edge & depth oriented modalities that speed up the process of healing & integration in clients compared to traditional talk therapy. We hav been featured in the media as an expert therapists including on MTV. Our Integrative approach helps clients address their self-destructive patterns by getting to the core and root of their issues. The result is a drastic reduction in the initial presenting symptoms. An immersive process for clients who are looking for more sustainable shifts compared to traditional talk therapy.
The Feya Health Psychotherapists are all trained in cutting edge & depth oriented modalities that speed up the process of healing & integration in clients compared to traditional talk therapy. We hav been featured in the media as an expert therapists including on MTV. Our Integrative approach helps clients address their self-destructive patterns by getting to the core and root of their issues. The result is a drastic reduction in the initial presenting symptoms. An immersive process for clients who are looking for more sustainable shifts compared to traditional talk therapy.
(201) 212-6646 View (201) 212-6646
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Debbie Missud
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009
Have you been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just “blah?” Is balancing your career, social life, dating, and family contributing to a non-stop feeling of anxiety? Is your inner-critic getting louder, magnifying those "what ifs" and making you question your worth? You're not alone. I am a Columbia University trained therapist specializing in anxiety, trauma, and attachment in 20/30-somethings. In our work together, you will develop tools to cope with stressors, process past and present painful experiences, and build your confidence to make your life more authentic, fulfilling, and meaningful.
Have you been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just “blah?” Is balancing your career, social life, dating, and family contributing to a non-stop feeling of anxiety? Is your inner-critic getting louder, magnifying those "what ifs" and making you question your worth? You're not alone. I am a Columbia University trained therapist specializing in anxiety, trauma, and attachment in 20/30-somethings. In our work together, you will develop tools to cope with stressors, process past and present painful experiences, and build your confidence to make your life more authentic, fulfilling, and meaningful.
(646) 760-4886 View (646) 760-4886
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Jennifer Rook
Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10002
Hi, I'm Jen! My name is Jennifer Rook, and I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). I work with adults and specialize in Anxiety, OCD, Depression, and Women's Health issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychoanalytical Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy to help clients overcome obstacles and live their best lives. I feel that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who are struggling with mood dysregulation, experiencing life changes, and/or interpersonal conflict.
Hi, I'm Jen! My name is Jennifer Rook, and I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). I work with adults and specialize in Anxiety, OCD, Depression, and Women's Health issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychoanalytical Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy to help clients overcome obstacles and live their best lives. I feel that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who are struggling with mood dysregulation, experiencing life changes, and/or interpersonal conflict.
(332) 334-6188 View (332) 334-6188

Biofeedback Therapists

Can biofeedback help with anxiety?

Biofeedback is often used to treat anxiety, including generalized anxiety disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. Anecdotal evidence and some research studies have found that it can improve symptoms of these disorders, sometimes significantly; however, studies on biofeedback have typically been small and researchers have cautioned that many have significant limitations, such as limited follow-up or a lack of a control group.

Is biofeedback evidence-based?

There is some evidence that biofeedback can effectively treat certain conditions; for example, its efficacy in treating headaches and urinary incontinence is generally thought to be well-established. There is also promising, but less conclusive, evidence that it can aid in stroke recovery or help someone manage a mental health disorder such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD.

What is the difference between biofeedback and neurofeedback?

Neurofeedback is a type of biofeedback that measures brain activity specifically; it is typically used to treat psychological or neurodevelopmental concerns such as ADHD, depression, insomnia, or autism spectrum disorder. Biofeedback is a broader category that, in addition to neurofeedback, also includes electromyogram, heart rate variability, and thermal biofeedback, each of which measures a particular physiological function (muscle activity, heart rate, and skin temperature, respectively)

What are the limitations of biofeedback?

While biofeedback may be helpful for certain conditions, its efficacy is less assured for others, such as high blood pressure. People with certain health conditions such as heart arrhythmia may not be able to benefit from biofeedback because their condition may interfere with the machines’ readings. Biofeedback can also be time-consuming and costly, and may not be covered by health insurance.