1. Your student arrives and is greeted by Lauren

2. Sensors are gently placed on their scalp (no electricity is sent into the brain)

3. They relax and listen to music while their brain receives feedback

4. The neurofeedback session is 33 minutes

No conscious effort is required on the part of the student.  As long as they can hear the music, their brain is receiving the neurofeedback. They can read, play a quiet phone game or take a nap, while Lauren sits nearby. Many clients leave feeling calmer, clearer, or deeply relaxed. As more training sessions are experienced, the brain recalibrates and clients often notice many subtle and dramatic changes to their physical and mental health. 

NeurOptimal® has been utilized in over 4 million sessions across 87 countries since 1999. It has demonstrated safety and effectiveness in supporting a variety of challenges.  

NeurOptimal® monitors (at 256 data points per second) the brain full spectrum of electrical activity, delta through gamma, and detects any emerging shift at its earliest preconscious origins, alerting the central nervous system to its ongoing patterns, which can prompt the system to reorganize more effectively. When the brain activity shows signs of these changes, the music within the neurofeedback system is paused very briefly. This subtle cue prompts the brain that it is changing, so the brain can decide if it means to shift or if it was shifting unnecessarily. As the brain adapts to the information it is shown, it then provides new and different information for NeurOptimal® to mirror back. 

This moment by moment, organic, adaptive interaction the brain is doing is why NeurOptimal® is so powerful and safe.  With repeated sessions, the brain learns to reorganize itself more effectively, creating greater resilience and ability to 'bounce back' from stressors and traumas. Learn more about this form of neurofeedback on the NeurOptimal® site.  

Unlike Linear neurofeedback, NeurOptimal®:

• Works with the brain's own intelligence 
• Responds to the whole brain simultaneously, not isolated regions
• Non-directive - does not force or push the brain toward any target
• Fully automatic - no practitioner-set protocols or risk of miscalibration
• No assessment or diagnosis required to begin
• No traditional side effects
• Considered one of the safest neurofeedback systems available

• Suitable for any age, any condition — or no condition at all

   

NeurOptimal® is fundamentally different from traditional neurofeedback approaches. NeurOptimal® uniquely measures and responds to time-based changes, enabling it to train the brain for flexibility and resilience in ways other systems cannot. 

Dynamical Neurofeedback® does not attempt to restore electrical activity to some presumed “average” or “best” level. Instead, NeurOptimal® simply provides the central nervous system with information about what it has already done and allows the brain itself sort out the value of that information. Harnessing the brain’s intrinsic intelligence to regulate the amount of electricity necessary in any specific moment for that individual is infinitely more effective than turning the task over to even the most powerful computer processor.

We chose to offer NeurOptimal® because its approach and philosophy closely align with our belief in the brain’s remarkable capacity for change (neuroplasticity) and the body’s innate wisdom to restore balance when given the right support.

Because NeurOptimal®  is a safe, non-invasive intervention, anyone can utilize it to help achieve their health goals, including the elderly, any age child and pregnant woman. Because it is a passive form of brain training, anyone in any state of health can easily do it. All it requires is the ability to sit/lie comfortably with a few sensors on your scalp as gentle music plays. 

Side effects come from something that has physiologically induced change, i.e., medication or surgery. NeurOptimal^® does not ‘induce’ or force changes.  At first, the student may notice and respond to the shifts and changes of brain training, possibly feeling anxious or unsettled about them. However, since we do not ‘augment or inhibit’ specific protocols/frequencies like other Linear systems do, change is directed completely by the student's own brain. Any uncomfortable responses the body has to training sessions are usually short-term and balance out within a few sessions. 

A social-emotional coaching session is a relaxed, conversational space where Luke and the student work together to explore feelings, relationships, and behaviors. 
 

The session usually starts with a check-in — the student shares what they want to talk about or focus on. This could be a recent conflict, a recurring emotion, or a goal they’re working toward. If they are unsure, Luke helps them explore different options.  From there, Luke uses open-ended questions, reflective listening, and gentle challenges to help the student understand themselves better and uncover the feelings behind their thoughts and actions. Instead of giving advice, Luke guides the student to discover their own insights, develop empathy for themselves and others, and practice skills like managing emotions, communicating effectively, and setting boundaries. At the end of each session, there’s often a small action or goal the student can try before the next meeting, helping to turn insights into real-life changes.

Any child can benefit from a supported, well-regulated, and balanced nervous system, which can be fostered through social-emotional coaching and neurofeedback. The Flourishing Minds Program is suitable for the following students of any age:

• Students who want to get an edge academically
• Students who want to gain an athletic advantage
• Students who want help navigating relationships
• Students who need more regulation support
• Students who struggle to focus and perform in class
• Students facing behavioral challenges
• Gifted students seeking support for emotional well-being
• Students preparing for important exams or transitions
• Students with learning disabilities

Flourishing Minds is a joint partnership with the student, guardians and school staff. Feedback from all parties helps to direct the length of a particular student's program. 2-3 months is an average timeframe, while more support is always available if desired. 

Yes. Social-emotional health coaching and neurofeedback do not replace therapy or medication; instead, they help the brain and body function better, which can make other supports more effective. 

We provide a complimentary session before registration to make sure the child feels comfortable and ready to participate in the program. This is a voluntary program, and if a child decides they no longer want to continue, there is no pressure to register for the following month.  Please note that refunds are not offered. 

1. Complete the Consent Form before participation.
2. Submit the Payment Form.
3. Ensure timely communication regarding any absences. 
4. Support your child as they go through the program.
5. Receive a summary of their child's experience once they've finished the program.

We're glad you're considering the Flourishing Minds Program for your child. We would be honored to support them with this comprehensive approach. Contact us today with questions or to register your child! Lauren@flourishtherapy.co