Biofeedback

Biofeedback is a technique used to gain awareness of involuntary physiological functions (such as your heart rate, blood pressure or skin temperature), with a goal of being able to manipulate them at will. The idea behind biofeedback is that if you use the power of your mind and to become aware of what's going on inside your body, you can gain more control over your health. Biofeedback is considered a mind-body technique. Biofeedback therapy will focus on teaching clients how to better control the body’s involuntary responses to facilitate improved health. Sound like something you’d like to try? Reach out to one of TherapyDen’s qualified biofeedback therapists today.

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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.

— Tenley Fukui, Counselor in Houston, TX

Our minds and bodies work closely together. We can work together to help you create a healthier connection between your mind and body, which will help you better manage physical symptoms.

— Valerie Maloof, Clinical Social Worker in Ann Arbor, MI
 

We use a form of biofeedback called neurofeedback to treat ADHD, anxiety, and trauma.

— Megan Lundgren, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Monrovia, CA

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.

— Scott Hoye, Psychologist in Chicago, IL
 

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

— Natalie Buchwald, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Garden City, NY
 

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.

— Kailey Drennon, Licensed Professional Counselor in ,

I utilize biofeedback to help patients gain control over physiological responses, such as heart rate or muscle tension, to manage stress and anxiety.

— Zeeshan Choudhry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Detroit, MI
 

I offer neurofeedback as a cutting-edge therapeutic tool to enhance mental well-being. Through this non-invasive technique, individuals can optimize their brain function by learning to regulate neural patterns. The benefits of neurofeedback include improved focus, reduced anxiety, enhanced cognitive performance, and better emotional regulation. It provides a personalized and empowering approach to address various mental health concerns, fostering lasting positive changes in brain function.

— nolonger interested, Addictions Counselor in burbank, CA

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.

— Mercy Itesa, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Fort Worth, TX

Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback focuses on treating an overactive "fight or flight" system, so that when you feel your anxiety go into overdrive, you have the tools to physiologically bring down your anxiety. You can actually control your heart rhythms! Athletes, musicians, olympians and others utilize these very same techniques to help them achieve peak performance.

— Cassandra Cannon, Clinical Psychologist in Carlsbad, CA
 

emWave technology from HeartMath®, a nonprofit organization that researches the science of intuition and the heart brain, gives biofeedback on heart rate variability (HRV) or how rhythmic our breath is. In turn, this indicates how coherent our thoughts are. This is a powerful way to monitor mindfulness and presence, allowing our smartest brain to lead our day to day decisions for more flow, ease and joy.

— Lindsay Tasse, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Los Angeles, CA