Biofeedback

Biofeedback has been found to be effective for treating headache, arthritis, anxiety, insomnia, alcohol dependence and many other problems. Biofeedback can show you how your body reacts physically so you can alter your responses to decrease your pain, anxiety, etc.

I learned biofeedback with in-patient addictions clients while working on a MISA Unit. I furthered my training working at Shirley Ryan Ability Lab's (formerly Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago) Pain Management Center with chronic pain patients in their out painting clinic.

Manhattan Mental Health Counseling has a resident biofeedback practitioner. Rene Gonzalez specializes in biofeedback therapy.

Our bodies and our brains are extensively connected through networks of neural pathways. Accordingly, we can us our bodies to soften and in some cases heal mental and emotional challenges we face. From breathing practices that stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system, to movement practice that release anxiety which has locked in one place in the body, I offer an array of techniques that allow clients to use their bodies to help heal their minds.

This is a technique that I have found helpful for individuals with anxiety or related symptoms.

Do you know why you wear a Fit-bit? We can use your data to understand your quality of life, your sensitivity, your baseline, your health! If you have ever looked at your blood-pressure, or analyzed your Fit-bit data, you have a good understanding of how we use Biofeedback in the mental health clinic! When you understand the benefit of therapy and begin progressing, sometimes we can see the benefits by looking at your vital signs or vice versa.

I use binaural sounds and meditation to reduce stress and anxiety related issues.

In biofeedback, we use the power of the vagus nerve to create a safe and calm space for clearing brain fog and alleviating symptoms of panic and anxiety/. Utilizing Biofeedback will assist the body into falling back into homeostasis (a healthy balance of rest and digest instead of fight and flight).

Biofeedback is a therapeutic technique that uses monitoring devices to provide real-time feedback on physiological functions, such as heart rate and muscle tension. This awareness helps clients learn to control their bodily responses, reducing stress and anxiety, and promoting relaxation and overall well-being.

Biofeedback is integral to my practice, focusing on the powerful interplay between mind and body. Understanding this connection is key to achieving holistic wellness. By harnessing biofeedback, we explore how thoughts and emotions influence physiological responses. This comprehensive approach allows us to enhance not only mental health but also overall well-being. It's a journey towards balance, where mind and body work harmoniously for your optimal health and vitality.

Neurofeedback has been helpful in calming the entire nervous system that could help with improved sleep, focus, attention, anxiety and more.