Peak Performance Enhancement in Birmingham, AL
Where Neuroscience Meets Excellence. Optimize your brain for athletics, business, and creative arts.
Whether you are an elite athlete, a C-suite executive, or a performing artist, the difference between "good" and "great" is often mental. At Taproot Therapy Collective, we move beyond traditional coaching to address the neurological hardware of performance.
We serve high-achievers in Birmingham, Mountain Brook, and Hoover who are looking for a data-driven edge. Our approach combines Neurofeedback, Brainspotting, and advanced psychology to help you access "Flow States" on demand.
⚡ Fueling the High-Performance Brain
Your brain consumes 20% of your body's energy. To perform at your peak, you need more than just willpower; you need biological support.
We partner with Hardy Nutritionals to provide clinical-strength micronutrients that optimize focus, reaction time, and recovery.
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The Science of Excellence
We use technology used by Olympic athletes and Fortune 500 CEOs to train the brain for success.
Neurofeedback & QEEG
We map your brain to identify the specific neural patterns blocking your focus. We then use Neurofeedback to train your brain into the "Zone," increasing Alpha/Theta coherence for relaxed alertness.
Performance Brainspotting
Trauma isn't just emotional; it can be physical. A past injury or failure can create a "Yip" or mental block. Brainspotting locates the eye position associated with that block and clears it from the subcortical brain.
Somatic Regulation
High performance requires high arousal, but too much leads to choking. We teach you to master your nervous system, allowing you to stay calm under extreme pressure.
Mindfulness for Focus
Attention is a muscle. Our mindfulness protocols are designed to strengthen the Anterior Cingulate Cortex, the part of the brain responsible for impulse control and laser-like focus.
Overcoming the Barriers to Greatness
Even the best performers hit walls. We specialize in treating:
- Performance Anxiety: The "choke" response when the stakes are high.
- Imposter Syndrome: The nagging fear that you don't belong in the room.
- Burnout: The exhaustion that comes from high-effort, low-recovery cycles.
- Creative Blocks: When the flow of ideas suddenly stops.
- Post-Concussion Syndrome: Helping the brain heal after sports injuries.
Meet Our Performance Coaches
Dr. Jason Mishalanie, PhD, BCN
Clinical Director & Neurotherapist. Dr. Mishalanie uses QEEG Brain Mapping to help athletes and executives fine-tune their neurology for maximum output.
James Waites, LICSW
Specializes in Executive Coaching. James helps physicians, lawyers, and business leaders manage high-stress environments without burning out.
Becky Milstead, LPC
Focuses on Student-Athletes. Becky helps young performers navigate the pressure of competition while maintaining a healthy identity.