What Is Neurofeedback?

Neurofeedback, also called EEG biofeedback, is a form of brain training.

Small sensors placed on the scalp measure brain activity. While you relax and watch a movie or video, the computer provides subtle visual feedback based on changes in that activity.

Nothing is being put into the brain. The equipment is simply listening to brain activity and providing information back to the brain.

Over time, this feedback can help the brain develop more flexible and efficient patterns of regulation.

Neurofeedback is non-invasive and does not involve medication or electrical stimulation.

Why Do People Explore Neurofeedback?

People come to neurofeedback for many different reasons. Some are looking for additional support with:

• Stress and anxiety

• Attention and focus

• Emotional regulation

• Sleep

• Trauma-related symptoms

• Irritability and anger

• Headaches and migraines

• Peak performance and resilience

Every brain is different, and responses to neurofeedback vary. Neurofeedback is not intended to replace appropriate medical or mental-health care.

An Individualized Approach

I use the Othmer Method of neurofeedback, an approach in which training is continually adjusted according to each person's response.

Rather than following the same protocol for everyone, I pay close attention to how you—or your child—feel during and after sessions and use that information to guide subsequent training.

For children, parent observations are an especially important part of that process. Changes in sleep, mood, attention, behavior and everyday functioning can provide valuable information that helps guide the training.

Experience Matters

I'm Sundae Huber, an Occupational Therapist with more than 25 years of clinical experience working with children and adults.

My background includes work with trauma, sensory processing challenges, autism, brain injury and spinal cord injury, as well as experience in schools, inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing and home-based therapy.

I also specialized in brain injury and spinal cord injury while working at Craig Hospital in Denver, a nationally recognized rehabilitation hospital.

My professional experience is an important part of how I approach neurofeedback—but my own experience as a parent ultimately led me to this work.

Today, I bring together my occupational therapy background, neurofeedback experience and perspective as a parent to provide individualized, thoughtful care for each person I work with.

What to Expect During a Session

Neurofeedback is surprisingly simple from the client's perspective.

You'll sit comfortably in a recliner while small sensors are placed on your scalp. The sensors measure brain activity—they do not send electricity into your brain.

Then you can relax and watch a scenic video, movie or television show while the neurofeedback system responds to your brain activity.

You don't have to consciously make anything happen. You simply relax and let your brain respond to the feedback it is receiving.

Children often enjoy sessions because, from their perspective, they get to relax and watch something they like.

A typical appointment lasts approximately 45–50 minutes, including setup, neurofeedback training and time to discuss how things are going.

Common Questions

How often will I come?

I generally recommend beginning with two sessions per week. Consistency early in the process gives us a better opportunity to observe how you—or your child—respond to training.

Individual circumstances vary, and we can discuss a schedule that works for you.

How many sessions will I need?

There isn't one number that applies to everyone. Each brain and each person's goals are different.

Neurofeedback is a process rather than a one-time treatment, and progress is evaluated along the way. We'll continually look at what you're noticing in everyday life and use that information to help guide the training.

Do you accept insurance?

Glacier Family Neurofeedback does not bill insurance directly.

Upon request, I can provide a superbill that you may submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. Reimbursement depends on your individual insurance plan and is not guaranteed.

CareCredit financing is also available.

Is neurofeedback safe?

Neurofeedback is non-invasive. The sensors placed on the scalp measure brain activity; they do not send electricity into the brain.

Training is individualized, and I pay close attention to each person's response so that adjustments can be made as needed.