FAQ

COUNSELLING FAQ
  • EMERGENCIES/CRISIS: Please call 911 or go to your local hospital emergency department.
  • HOURS: My current hours are Mondays 10:00am - 8:00pm and Wednesdays 11:00am-8:00pm
  • COST: Initial sessions are $160 and Follow up sessions are $120
  • CANCELLATION:  A booking must be cancelled 24 hours in advance to avoid cancellation fees, which can be charged up to the full amount.
  • INITIAL SESSION: These appointments are much longer and allow sufficient time to understand the client's concerns and strengths and to review the counsellor's approach and tools.

NEUROFEEDBACK FAQ
  • HOW MANY SESSIONS:  This is a very individualized question as everyone’s brain and central nervous system is unique and session amount and frequency tends to reflect this. There are however some generalities. For example, 10 sessions are recommended as many people will experience a shift within that time frame. They may feel calmer, have more flexible thinking, behave more resiliently, or be more easily able to let things go. Often what people hope to accomplish is different and therefore many people prefer to complete 15-20 sessions or even 50 sessions to get their desired results.  Many clients continue brain training on a monthly or bi-monthly basis as a lifetime practice, as they feel it keeps them at a level they enjoy like going to the gym.
  • FREQUENCY: This is also an individual question.  There are many people who enjoy coming twice a week, as they report being able to notice changes quickly and more easily. However, there are others who find it better once a week due to the stress that would be caused with more appointments in a short period of time.  Then there are people who like to take it nice and slow and they come bi-weekly.  Whatever you choose will be the best option for you and can be changed at any time.
  • DO I HAVE TO DO ANYTHING: No. The neurofeedback is allowing your brain to in a way "see it's self" and therefore, whatever you are doing at the moment is what your brain will see.  At which time your brain has the opportunity to ask, can I be more optimal.
  • IS THERE ANYTHING BEING PUT INTO MY BRAIN:  NeurOptimal® neurofeedback is non-invasive and does not involve external stimulation; which is not the case for all types of neurofeedback systems, making NeurOptimal one of the gentlest and most natural neurofeedback systems on the market.
  • WHAT ARE THE OUTCOMES:  You just never know as your brain will choose what is uniquely best for you. However, some key benefits people list after 10 sessions of counseling and neurofeedback have included:
    • Reduction in stress and anxiousness
    • Ability to more easily relax
    • Less mental chatter
    • Released mental blocks
    • Ability to let go and be okay with what is
    • Nervous system regulation and better mood
    • Ability to sleep better and wake up rested
    • Enhanced focus and concentration
    • Emotional regulation and the ability to remain calm in the face of life's challenges
    • Decreased performance anxiety