Heal Trauma and Build New Neural Pathways

Heal faster than talk therapy alone. It is possible to reduce symptoms of ADHD, depression, anxiety, and PTSD quickly without medication using completely personalized qEEG brain mapping and neurostimulation treatments.

How do neurostimulation and brain mapping sessions work?

Step 1: Brain Mapping

A map of the brain is made with qEEG. The brain map shows clinicians where the brain is functioning well and where it is getting "stuck." This tells you more about your diagnosis than psychometric testing alone. Based on your unique brain map, a neurostimulation plan is created.

Step 2: Neurostimulation

During neurostimulation, you wear a cap with electrodes that mimics the natural frequencies of your neurons. The cap "talks" to the brain directly. This stimulation opens new neural pathways and teaches the brain how to better tolerate stress, regulate pain, and focus.

Step 3: Neurofeedback

Once neurostimulation opens new neural pathways, we use neurofeedback to reinforce them and make them stronger. This makes the progress potentially permanent without medication or expensive long-term therapy.

The Difference in Technologies

Microcurrent neurofeedback (MCNF), biofeedback, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TCMS) are older technologies that use different kinds of frequencies to wash the whole brain with digital white noise to "reset" it. Neurostimulation uses a much gentler frequency that mimics your brain's natural phases to effectively "talk" to the brain.

"Neurostimulation is the only technology that creates an individualized plan. This plan can stimulate different parts of the brain with different frequencies at the same time to facilitate the creation and reprogramming of specific neural pathways."

What conditions do neurostimulation and brain mapping treat?

Neurofeedback and neurostimulation treat too many conditions to list exhaustively. Bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ASD (autism spectrum disorder), dissociation, mood disorders, chronic pain, and childhood emotional disorders are just a few conditions research shows neurostimulation can improve. Additionally, neurostimulation improves outcomes in eating disorders and substance abuse recovery.

What can a brain map tell me about how I think?

Neurons accomplish different types of thinking by synchronizing at different frequencies. Each frequency is a different kind of cognition. Just as personality tests (like the MBTI or Enneagram) show how we prefer to think one way while avoiding others, our brains do the same. When our neurons get stuck in one type of cognition, we get stuck in life.

Bad habits, chronic pain, stress, or emotional outbursts can be caused by neural pathways clinging to a rigid mode of thinking. Your brain map helps you understand what needs to change. You can use the map to build a neurostimulation plan, discover the best type of therapy for you, or simply to understand yourself better.

What Kind of Brain Waves Can QEEG Detect?

qEEG brain mapping is a powerful tool used by healthcare professionals to analyze various types of brain waves. These waves provide valuable insights into neurological functioning and potential cognitive or mental health issues.

Delta Waves (0.5-4 Hz)

The slowest brain waves, typically associated with deep sleep and profound relaxation. They represent a state of rest and rejuvenation.

Theta Waves (4-8 Hz)

Observed during light sleep, drowsiness, meditation, or creative activities. An increase in theta waves is often associated with ADHD, while a decrease is linked to cognitive decline in older adults. It feels like a dreamy, introspective state.

Alpha Waves (8-12 Hz)

Observed when awake but relaxed or neutral (e.g., closing the eyes). Decreased alpha waves are linked to anxiety or depression, while increased alpha indicates relaxation and stress reduction.

Beta Waves (12-30 Hz)

Present during active cognitive or physical tasks. Associated with alertness, decision-making, and concentration. Abnormalities here link to anxiety, depression, and insomnia.

High Beta Waves (30-40 Hz)

Associated with intense cognitive problem-solving. An increase in high beta waves in a qEEG map is often associated with conditions like ADHD or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

The Relationship Between Glia and Mental Health

Microglia, the immune cells of the brain, play a crucial role in maintaining mental health and regulating inflammation. Dysregulation of microglial function is implicated in depression, anxiety, and neurodegenerative diseases. Emerging technologies like qEEG and neurostimulation offer promising avenues for enhancing microglial and myelin function. Techniques like TMS or transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) have shown potential in modulating microglial activity and promoting the repair of myelin, addressing the intricate relationship between inflammation and mental well-being.

QEEG and Neuromodulation: Optimizing the Brain's Potential

This detailed snapshot of brain function provides invaluable insights for guiding therapy. As neuropsychologist Antonio Damasio has shown, our mental processes are inextricably linked to the physical substrates of the brain. By understanding the brain, we can more effectively understand and help the mind.

While QEEG and neuromodulation are grounded in modern neuroscience, they connect with insights from psychology, anthropology, and philosophy across cultures. The idea that we can measure and modify the physical substrates of the mind resonates with the ancient Greek maxim "know thyself" and the Buddhist concept of mindfulness. The focused, meditative state cultivated in neurofeedback has parallels with practices from yoga to Christian mysticism.

Carl Jung used dream analysis and active imagination to map the deep psyche in ways that presage the biofeedback of neuromodulation. Jung's concept of individuation—the drive towards wholeness—mirrors the goals of guiding the brain to more balanced functioning. In mythology, there are resonant themes of descending into the underworld to retrieve hidden wisdom, a drive QEEG serves with modern tools.

Applications Across the Lifespan

For ADHD: Improves focus, impulse control, and self-regulation.
For Autism Spectrum Disorders: Fosters social engagement and communication.
For Academic Challenges: Optimizes learning, memory, and test performance.
For Anxiety & Trauma: Rebalances the nervous system and builds resilience.
For Mood Disorders: Improves affect regulation and encourages positive patterns.
For Addictions: Reduces cravings and impulsivity.
For Sleep Disorders: Helps the brain settle into natural, restorative rhythms.
For Peak Performance: Helps people operate at their neurological best in athletics or business.
For Healthy Aging: Keeps the brain youthful and sharp.

Is qEEG Brain Mapping Evidence-Based?

ADHD and qEEG

Research indicates qEEG (specifically the theta/beta ratio) is widely studied in ADHD. Elevated theta and reduced alpha power are consistent markers, guiding targeted neurofeedback interventions to improve attention regulation and monitor treatment progress.

Autism and qEEG

Studies identify patterns associated with ASD in children. Detecting increased beta activity correlates with autistic symptoms. Neurofeedback targeting abnormal alpha or mu bands shows promising results in improving attention and social interactions.

Dopamine Dysfunction

Studies involving dopamine regulation through neurofeedback, guided by qEEG, show significant symptom improvement in managing impulsivity and attention control.

Longitudinal Studies

Long-term studies using qEEG for neurofeedback in ADHD show sustained improvements in behavior, making it a promising alternative to medication, especially when combining tailored protocols with traditional approaches.

Best Practices When Finding a Provider

Credentials & Experience: Ensure certification in qEEG interpretation and experience with your specific condition.
Technology & Personalization: Providers should use up-to-date equipment and offer individualized protocols based on your map.
Data Transparency & Monitoring: You should receive clear reports and regular follow-up assessments.

Why Choose NeuroField Technology?

NeuroField technology offers a unique combination of qEEG-guided neurofeedback, neuromodulation, and pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy. It integrates cutting-edge tools to improve neurological health, making it especially effective for treating conditions like ADHD, autism, and anxiety.

NeuroField doesn’t just target symptoms—it addresses underlying brainwave dysfunctions by recalibrating abnormal brainwave activity. By combining technologies, including PEMF to stimulate the body’s natural healing processes, NeuroField provides a holistic treatment that improves energy levels, mood stability, and attention span. It is highly adaptable, allowing for continuous adjustments based on real-time feedback.

How is the qEEG Brain Map Analyzed?

Interpreting the maps is half art, half science. Our Clinical Director, Dr. Jason Mishalanie, PhD, BCN, was an early adopter of the technology with unparalleled experience.

Colors: Yellow/orange/red indicate the brain is using a speed too high; blues suggest it is too low.
Overall & Relative Power: Shows how "charged up" the brain is and which speeds are dominant compared to normative databases of the same age/gender.
Z-Score Amplitude & Coherence: Measures the power of electrical activity and the synchronization (functional connectivity) between different regions compared to the database.
Phase Lag & Asymmetry: Measures the delay in signal propagation and differences in activity between the left and right hemispheres.
Regions: F (frontal/executive), C (central/nervous systems), T (temporal/emotional), O (occipital/visual).

Examples of Neurostimulation Plans

Parkinson’s Disease

Target: Primary Motor Cortex (PMC).
Modulation: Delivers low-intensity electromagnetic fields calibrated to match the natural rhythm of the PMC to normalize neuron activity and improve movement control.

Major Depressive Disorder

Target: Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex (DLPFC).
Modulation: Modulates activity involved in cognitive control and emotional regulation to normalize the DLPFC.

PTSD and Anxiety

Target: Amygdala.
Modulation: Delivers fields to the emotion processing center to normalize abnormal activity associated with fear, working to rapidly reduce anxiety.

The MBTI, Epigenetics, and Personality

Researchers have explored connections between qEEG brain mapping and the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). While definitive proof is ongoing, correlations include:

Alpha Waves & Intuition: Relaxed focus fostering insight and creativity.
Beta Waves & Sensing: Focused attention enabling precise, concrete perception.
Theta Waves & Feeling: Relaxed, open awareness fostering creative/emotional evaluation.
Delta Waves & Thinking: Unconscious processing supporting logic and reason.

Trauma's Impact on Genetics and Symptoms

The Dresden study (Max Planck Institute) revealed that PTSD triggers epigenetic modifications in genes associated with stress response, immune function, and neuronal signaling. Early childhood trauma induces changes increasing the risk of anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.

Furthermore, personality traits like "neuroticism" (University of Michigan study) increase vulnerability to PTSD, whereas positive psychological factors like self-compassion and kindness (University of Arizona study) help buffer individuals against trauma-related symptoms.

QEEG as a Biomarker: Neurophysiological Signatures

A biomarker is a measurable indicator of a biological state. QEEG provides objective, replicable patterns of brainwave activity associated with particular diagnoses, moving psychiatric assessment beyond subjective symptom reports.

Condition	Key QEEG Biomarker(s)	Diagnostic Accuracy	QEEG-Guided Intervention
ADHD	Elevated Theta/Beta Ratio (TBR) at central/frontal sites	85-90% sensitivity, 94-98% specificity	Superior outcomes vs. standard neurofeedback protocols
PTSD	Faster alpha oscillations, reduced alpha power, altered ERPs	89% accuracy for PTSD identification	Personalized treatment selection & outcome prediction
Treatment-Resistant Depression	Frontal alpha asymmetry, altered theta cordance	>70% accuracy predicting antidepressant response	QEEG-guided TMS Targeting; response rates improved from 34% to 71%
Anxiety Disorders	Excess beta activity, altered alpha asymmetry	Distinct patterns for anxiety subtypes	Personalized Neurofeedback with improved outcomes
Autism (ASD)	“U-shaped” profile (excess delta/theta & beta, reduced alpha)	87-89% diagnostic accuracy	Objective assessment & targeted intervention
Concussion (mTBI)	Increased slow-wave (delta/theta), reduced alpha	High sensitivity for subtle brain changes	Outperforms standard neuropsychological testing
Substance Use Disorders	Altered P300 ERPs, resting beta power, increased theta	82% accuracy in predicting relapse risk	Informs targeted relapse prevention strategies

The History of Neurostimulation

Ancient & Enlightenment Eras

Ancient Greeks experimented with electric sea creatures for ailments. During the Enlightenment, Johann Gottlob Krüger and Matthias Bose explored medical electricity.

20th Century Pioneers

Dr. Albert Grass developed the first neurostimulator in the 1920s. Dr. G.W. Crile and Dr. Hans Selye explored electrical currents for chronic pain and stress. The 1950s/60s saw implanted electrodes (Dr. William Sweet) and spinal cord stimulators. The 1980s brought Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's.

Modern Advancements

Non-invasive alternatives like TMS and tDCS emerged. Closed-loop systems now allow for real-time adjustments based on qEEG brain activity monitoring. Pioneers include Dr. Benjamin Franklin, Dr. Melvin D. Yahr, Dr. Alim-Louis Benabid, and Dr. Mark S. George.

Contemporary QEEG Researchers

Dr. Barry Sherman: Utilizes fMRI and EEG to uncover neurobiological underpinnings of depression, schizophrenia, and ADHD.
Dr. Robert Thatcher: Leading expert in qEEG-guided neurofeedback, brain mapping, and neurophysiology of TBI and autism.
Dr. Juri Kropotov: Focuses on qEEG phenotypes for diagnosis and treatment planning in ADHD and depression.
Dr. Martijn Arns: Develops personalized treatment protocols based on qEEG assessments for ADHD and anxiety.
Dr. Marco Congedo: Develops advanced machine learning algorithms and qEEG analysis methods for psychiatric disorders.

Evidence-Based Practice: Books & Research

📚 Foundational Books

Introduction to Quantitative EEG and Neurofeedback by Thomas H. Budzynski et al.
Functional Neurology for Practitioners of Manual Medicine by Randy W. Beck
Quantitative EEG, Event-Related Potentials and Neurotherapy by Juri D. Kropotov
Foundations of Neurofeedback by David A. Kaiser
EEG and Clinical Neurophysiology by Aatif M. Husain
The Neurofeedback Book by Michael Thompson and Lynda Thompson
Neurofeedback in the Treatment of Developmental Trauma by Sebern F. Fisher
Handbook of Clinical QEEG and Neurotherapy by Thomas H. Budzynski et al.
A Symphony in the Brain by Jim Robbins
Neurofeedback and State Regulation in ADHD by Werner Van den Bergh
Neurofeedback and Neuromodulation Techniques and Applications by Robert Coben