Cortland, NY Neurofeedback & Biofeedback Treatment

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Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge provides Neurofeedback and Biofeedback therapies to individuals and families throughout Greater Cortland, NY. Biofeedback and Neurofeedback are non-medication therapies that serve as a great alternative for children, adolescents, teens, adults and families*

The different therapies that we make available are used to treat numerous conditions including: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic Pain, Lyme, PANS/PANDAS/ Migraines and many others.*

When visiting our Ridgefield office, expect to receive professional care and expert treatment. Our clinic is led by professionally trained practitioners. All of our QEEG data is reviewed by Dr. Roseann herself. We are here to serve individuals throughout Cortland and are proud to be your partners in health.

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What is Neurofeedback?

Neurofeedback is a safe and non-invasive form of treatment for us to study the information (feedback) of brainwaves (neuro) and reinforcing the change.* The brain self-regulates to calm the nervous system in order to eliminate symptoms. The absence of this self-regulation can often cause central nervous problems to arise – anxiety, depression, and even physical symptoms. Biofeedback varies from Neurofeedback because of its focus on autonomic functions.

What is Biofeedback?

Biofeedback is a process that involves learning to control one’s bodily functions like breath, heart rate, or skin temperature. Our Cortland patients are connected to electrical sensors that measure and give information (feedback) about the body (bio). This enables you to record and learn to control subtle changes like muscle relaxation or stress reduction. Unlike neurofeedback it is the control of one’s autonomic functions. Power over the body can cause the improvement of one’s health.*

What is QEEG?

A QEEG, quantitative electroencephalogram, brain map measures the electrical patterns on the very surface of the scalp that reflect cortical activity. A quantitative EEG is a computer analysis of the EEG data. We compare this EEG data to a reference database of a standard set by other people’s EEG. Certain patterns are often a sign of depression, anxiety and many more. The QEEG is used for treatment planning along progress.*

Why Dr. Roseann for Neuro & Biofeedback?

At the office of Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, Ed.D., LPC, BCN, we provide our services to children, adolescents, teens, adults and families in regards to a variety of issues with non-medication therapies. Our staff provides non-judgmental support to help eliminate stress and improve wellness for clients in Cortland.

Dr. Roseann is a high quality practitioner and evaluates the QEEG data herself opposed to outsourcing for more accurate test studies. Afterwards, she develops a custom-fitted Neurofeedback, Advanced Bio-Regulation, and other treatments in relation to the data to better help you.*

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How Does Neurofeedback Work?

Through Neurofeedback a person can learn how to modify their own brainwave activity. By using computers, we can monitor brain functioning and share that live feedback with the client. We teach them to promote or reduce different brain wave frequencies, following with rewarding the brain for modifying its own activity to produce more appropriate patterns. Through this reinforcement, the brain actually produces new electrical activity, and the brainwave activity is “shaped” toward a more desirable, more regulated performance. These changes lead to symptom reduction, as the brain learns to self-regulate.*

What Does the Neurofeedback Process Involve?

The first step of this process is to conduct a QEEG Brain Map; this is a procedure where EEG activity is recorded and statistically analyzed. Following this, you’ll meet with Dr. Roseann to review your brain map and develop a treatment plan. Once we design a protocol, you can immediately start your Neurofeedback sessions. The number of sessions required differ depending on each individual, but range from 20 to 100 or more sessions.* Most of our Cortland clients come in twice a week. A session consists of the placement of sensors on the scalp and ears while getting brainwave reinforcement as you watch a movie.

How Do I Get Started with Neuro/BioFeedback?

If you live in Cortland, simply contact our office to schedule your QEEG Brain Map. We also regularly provide free Neurofeedback information sessions –Click Here – for more information.

How Do You Know Which Therapy I Need?

After a QEEG, Dr. Roseann will sit down with you and discuss your results to lead to treatment recommendations. She will then determine what therapy or therapies is/are best based on your QEEG results and clinical intake. We proudly serve Cortland residents with these alternative therapies.

How Do You Monitor Progress?

We monitor progress in three ways:

Through QEEGs at regular intervals to objectively observe your brain functioning.
Through collecting data at every Neurofeedback session.
Through regular monitoring customized symptom checklist progress.

Is the Therapy Supported by Research?

As a treatment alternative, Neurofeedback is a safe and drug-free option for many conditions impacting children and adults in Cortland. There have been thousands of research studies supporting its effectiveness during the past 40 plus years. In 2013, The American Academy of Pediatrics gave it a Level 1 effectiveness rating in the treatment of ADHD, which is the same as medication.*

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Cortland Trusted Experts for Biofeedback & Neurofeedback

We provide our Cortland patients with brain-based treatments such as Neurofeedback, Biofeedback, Advanced Bio-Regulation Therapy, along with other therapies such as: hypnosis, EFT/Tapping, and more. Dr. Roseann makes neuro & bio feedback services available to individuals throughout Greater Danbury. We are your partners in health.