Frequently asked questions
Is Neurofeedback safe?
Yes — NeurOptimal® is 100% safe and non-invasive. It doesn’t send anything into your brain. It simply monitors brain activity and provides real-time feedback through gentle audio cues.
How many sessions will I need?
Every brain is different. Many people start noticing changes within 3–10 sessions. We recommend starting with 10 sessions and adjusting based on how you feel.
Will the changes last?
Yes. Once your brain learns how to self-regulate, those improvements often stay. You can always return for “tune-up” sessions during stressful periods.
Do I need a diagnosis to start?
No diagnosis is required. This method supports your brain’s natural ability to regulate itself — it’s for anyone seeking more clarity, calm, and resilience.
What are the difference between Dynamical and Linear Neurofeedback?
NeurOptimal®
No expertise required.
No diagnosis.
No check of signal integrity needed because NO recognizes and automatically removes unwanted signal.
Training, not treatment; no protocols.
No monitoring needed. AutoNavigation takes care of everything.
Does not tell the brain what to do.
Offers feedback on 20 different “targets” at once.
No states are trained.
Linear Neurofeedback
Expertise needed throughout process.
Diagnosis required.
Careful hookup needed to minimize impedance, often involving scrubbing site. May use impedance meter to confirm signal integrity.
Use of treatment protocols.
Careful monitoring of session while it is occurring; parameters may need to be changed.
Use of augment frequencies and suppress frequencies, instructing the brain what to do.
Work with limited frequency bands.
Training is state based.
Why is this important?
Expertise, if you can find it, can be expensive.
You shouldn’t need something to be wrong with you to train your brain.
You do not need to be an expert to get expert training.
Your diagnoses may require contradictory protocols; your practitioner must get choice right.
Effortless sessions.
If practitioner makes wrong decision, effects can be very unpleasant.
Limited frequency bands can produce side effects. Training with limited bands = limited training NO’s 20 targets naturally balance each other. Positive effects seen in many areas of life.
Excess training in any state can lead to unwanted side effects.
Can I continue my medication during training?
Yes. You should never stop any prescribed treatment. NeurOptimal® works alongside your current care, and any changes should be made with your doctor.
Are sessions covered by insurance?
Coverage may vary. We recommend checking with your insurance provider or benefits plan. We’ll be happy to provide a receipt if needed.
What happens during a session?
You’ll sit comfortably for about 33 minutes while listening to relaxing music. Sensors track your brain’s activity, and gentle sound pauses signal your brain to adjust — it’s effortless and calming.