HEG Neurofeedback In York

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Hemoencephalography (HEG)

HEG neurofeedback directly trains the brain itself. It's like a fitness work-out for the brain. Optimising the brain's physiological performance leads to improved mental and emotional functioning.

HEG measures (and feeds back) changes in the brain's energy consumption (which is related to blood flow). Typically we train the Prefrontal Cortex (PFC), which has been described as the brain's "executive control centre". Conveniently it is behind the forehead. The thermal images (courtesy of Dr Jeff Carmen) shown below were taken before (left) and after (right) a single HEG training session. You can see the heating resulting from the brain's increased activity as brighter colours.

HEG neurofeedback is non-invasive and safe - it is a learning procedure rather than an active intervention. By stimulating the brain's natural capacity to grow and learn, it produces lasting benefits.

thermal image pre heg training thermal image post heg training

Home Training

I have HEG equipment available for hire. Home training enables convenient, cost-effective regular training.

Applications of HEG

Optimising frontal brain activity with HEG neurofeedback can help you to:

  • focus effectively and maintain concentration
  • gain control over emotions and impulses
  • maintain a sense of purpose and self-possession
  • flexibly respond to the demands of the situation.

Several disorders have been linked to poor functioning of the PFC including depression, ADD and ADHD and migraine headache

To find out how HEG neurofeedback could help you, call for your free initial consultation.

HEG Links

An article on Hemoencephalography (HEG).

Biofeedback Institute of Los Angeles - home of Hemoencephalography (HEG) - a teaching and clinical facility founded by Dr Hershel Toomim, who first investigated intentional control of brain blood flow with biofeedback in 1994.

HEG for Traumatic Brain injury - an study showing impressive results for TBI by Dr Robert Coben.

client testimonial

"I sought help for an issue with my attention span. Since childhood I've always found it hard to concentrate on a single thing for any extended period of time, and have always been easily distracted. Although my life was going well I really felt this issue was stopping me reach my full potential. Glyn introduced me to neurofeedback to try to strengthen my brain function. I quickly got the hang of it. I used the neurofeedback first in the sessions and then later at home on my own. After each 20-30 minute session my mind felt incredibly clear. I also felt very present, and any distraction from brain fog or mind chatter was much diminished. After using the system for about a month I feel it has made a lasting difference to my attention."

- Jack, Leeds

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