The Insight Clinic: Assessments, Psychotherapy, Neurofeedback

Traditional Neurofeedback

Traditional Neurofeedback

A proven, non-invasive, and natural therapy that delivers lasting improvements in mental health.

Neurofeedback is a method that helps train your brain to work better by teaching you to control your brainwaves. It’s a bit like learning to control your breathing or heart rate, but for your brain.Electrodes are placed on your scalp to track brain activity, and you get real-time feedback on a screen or through sound.

Over time, this helps your brain learn to stay in a more focused or relaxed state. It’s often used for things like anxiety, sleep problems, or focus issues. It’s non-invasive, meaning no meds or surgeries, and can take a few sessions to see results.

Regulate emotions, improve focus, and promote restful sleep

— without medication or invasive procedures.

Key concepts:

Goal

The goal is to improve brain function by teaching self-regulation of brainwave patterns, aiming to enhance mental performance, emotional regulation, and overall well-being.

Method

Dry electrodes are placed on the scalp to measure brainwave activity (EEG), which is then displayed to the user through visual or auditory feedback.

Brainwave Types

Different brainwaves (alpha, beta, theta, delta) correspond to different mental states (relaxation, focus, deep sleep, etc.).

Training Process

The individual learns to adjust their brain activity based on the feedback they receive, which can help reinforce healthier brainwave patterns.

Applications

Neurofeedback has been used for conditions like ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and insomnia.

Non-invasive

The process is non-invasive, with no medication or surgery required.

Effectiveness

It is considered a promising alternative or complement to traditional treatments. It may require multiples sessions for noticeable results.

Benefits of Neurofeedback:

Tailored sessions to address your unique needs and goals.

Improved Emotional Regulation: Gain better control over your emotions and reactions in everyday situations.

Enhanced Mental Performance: Improve focus, clarity, and decision-making abilities.

Long-term Results: over time, your brain learns healthier patterns that can lead to lasting improvements in mental well-being.

What to Expect

Delivery method:

This treatment is done at home. You will purchase a cap and download an app to use it with.
If you would like to meet your therapist in person you may choose to do your first two sessions in the clinic in Whitby, ON.
If you are best served virtually, you may meet complete the entire process using online sessions.

Here's the process side by side for each choice:

Step 1: in person or virtual appointment.

Session 1
Length: 50 minutes
Fee: $150.00 to $235, depending on your chosen therapist.
We conduct an intake assessment to understand you goals and expectations.
We answer all your questions about neurofeedback.
We book your assessment session for 3-4 weeks later to allow for your cap to be delivered.

Virtual client

Step 2:

Step 3:

Session 2
Length: 50 minutes
Fee: $150.00 to $235, depending on your chosen therapist.
MiniQ (brain activity recording and mapping)
Set up in training app including: user account and baseline questionnaires to track your progress.
Review of treatment goals.
Book 1st follow up session in about 30 days.

In-person client

Step 2:

Session 2
Length: 50 minutes
Fee: $150.00 to $235, depending on your chosen therapist.
MiniQ (brain activity recording and mapping)
Set up in training app including: user account and baseline questionnaires to track your progress.
Review of treatment goals.
Book 1st follow up session in about 30 days.

Step 3:

Step 4:

Step 5:

Step 6:

Step 7:

Fees for individuals and families:

Minimum Commitment: Neurofeedback requires a minimum 4-month commitment. Results aren’t immediate, as the brain needs time to learn and integrate the changes. Patience and consistency are key.

Each month your payment includes:

You have three options:

$300/ Month

Includes all mentioned above with a 25 minute monthly follow up. Ideal for those not interested in talk therapy.

$350/ Month

Includes all mentioned above with a 50 minutes monthly follow up. Ideal for those already receiving talk therapy at our clinic or looking to include its along side neurofeedback.

$475/ Month

includes all of the above plus 2 x 25 minute monthly follow ups for two individuals within the same family.

Insurance Coverage:

Of our services:

Neurofeedback is a somatic method of psychotherapy.

All receipts of sessions with our psychotherapist can be submitted for reimbursement to your extended healthcare insurance if your plan covers “Psychotherapist”.

The device and app:

The app is covered by your monthly payments for our services.
The cap or training device may be eligible for "Healthcare spending accounts".
We cannot make a receipt for the device because we do not sell it.
You may consult your insurance for further information about getting it covered.

Billing

Payment forms accepted:

e-transfer and credit card.

Billing schedule:

Once the training protocol is active you will be billed for the entire month.
Your billing will be automatically processed on the same day each month.
The first payment will take place on the day your therapist activates your first training protocol.

Payment Failures:

Any failed payment will lead to termination of training access.

No Refund:

All payments received are non-refundable, regardless of having used the app for training or not as that is a factor we cannot control.

Commitment requirement and termination of service:

Treatment duration:

Minimum commitment of 4 months is required when signing up.

Commitment to Monthly Follow-Ups:

Failure to attend a scheduled monthly progress session will result in termination of access to the app and training within 24 hours.

No changes in medications or supplements:

Once you start training it is imperative that you avoid making any changes to any supplements or medications such as (but not limited to) magnesium, antidepressants, anti anxiety, sleep aids, stimulants and any other supplement or medicine that can impact your brain health or performance. This is so that we can clearly see the impact that neurofeedback training has on you.

Time investment:

Training will require 20 minutes per say on average at least 3 times per week or daily.

Termination before the 4 month:

Must advise us at least 15 days before your next billing period in writing, via email to your therapist and you will be charged an early cancellation fee of $150.00.

Termination after 4 months:

Must advise us at least 15 days before your next billing period in writing, via email to your therapist. A conversation is not acceptable. No cancellation fee will apply.

Termination process:

When terminating, the access to the app will be terminated by your therapist and payments will be processed within 1-2 business days of receiving your email request.

Results disclaimer:

Neurofeedback results vary and aren't guaranteed. Progress depends on factors like consistency, brain patterns, and overall health.

This is your time—invest in yourself and your well-being.
We're here to support your journey.

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Neurofeedback for Addictive Disorders

One of the main challenges of addictive disorders is regulating temptation and cravings for substances in individuals. Neurofeedback research studies have shown that neurofeedback decreases cravings and improves general mental health.

Specifically, EEG neurofeedback demonstrated positive outcomes in well-controlled intervention studies, good adherence, reduced addiction severity, and psychological benefits.

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Neurofeedback for Cognitive Decline

Certain EEG features have been linked to symptoms such as poor cognitive performance, atrophy of thalamus, hippocampus, and basal ganglia, as well as the formation of amyloid-beta plaques.

According to neurofeedback research studies, there’s a demonstrated evidence of improving cognitive function and reducing cognitive decline for conditions such as stroke, and multiple sclerosis, with a focus on Alzheimer’s disease (AD), the most common form of dementia, and mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a pre-dementia condition.

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Neurofeedback for Depression

When there is an imbalance in brain wave activity, such as increased left frontal alpha (8-12 Hz), suggesting less activation and inability to regulate the subcortical regions that underlie depression, a physiological predisposition for depression occurs.

According to research, two neurofeedback protocols (alpha asymmetry protocol and enhancing beta and inhibiting theta or alpha at C3) can modify this suboptimal brain state.

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Neurofeedback for Peak Performance

For ‘peak’ or ‘optimal’ performance, EEG neurofeedback focuses on enhancing brain activity in healthy individuals to attain maximum brain functioning and memory improvement. Peak performance neurofeedback protocols are specifically designed to manage levels of arousal, attention, and motivation while maximizing autonomic control and the ability to shift states.

Specifically, neurofeedback may optimize cognitive processing and learning by altering the white matter and gray matter volumes and speeding up neural network conduction.

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Neurofeedback for Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety is frequently associated with decreased alpha waves and increased beta waves. It also alters brain function by weakening the connections between the amygdala and the ventrolateral prefrontal cortex.

According to studies, neurofeedback may improve the communication between the amygdala and the ventrolateral prefrontal cortex. When the connection is established again, the ventrolateral prefrontal cortex is better able to respond appropriately to possible threats, which reduces the impulsive, hyperactive behaviors commonly linked to anxiety.

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Neurofeedback for PTSD

In those with PTSD, the regions of the brain that detect danger are constantly on high alert, and even the smallest hint of a threat can set off an acute stress response. As a result, individuals may experience memory loss, lose control over their impulses, and run the danger of becoming stuck in a protracted state of intense emotional sensitivity.

With alpha-theta neurofeedback training, individuals can reach a state of deep relaxation, where memories can safely resurface and, as a result, be processed. This way, traumatic events may be safely re-experienced, and new associations fostered.

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Neurofeedback for ADHD

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a neurobehavioral condition characterized by a persistent pattern of impulsivity and/or hyperactivity.

In certain studies, neurofeedback has been proven to be as effective as medication in addressing the symptoms of inattention and impulsivity. It may be used with other forms of therapy, such as medication or behavioral therapy.

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The Insight Clinic is dedicated to helping you heal, and to improve the understanding of mental health and the mind-body connection. Please do not hesitate to call us and request a consultation.

Mailing Address and Main Office The Insight Clinic 129 Byron St N, Suite 101 Whitby, ON L1N 4M8 CanadaSatellite Office The Insight Clinic 302-101 Mary Street West Whitby, ON L1N 2R4 Canada

Mailing Address and Main Office

The Insight Clinic
129 Byron St N, Suite 101
Whitby, ON L1N 4M8
Canada

Satellite Office

The Insight Clinic
302-101 Mary Street West
Whitby, ON L1N 2R4
Canada

The Insight Clinic is dedicated to helping you heal, and to improve the understanding of mental health and the mind-body connection. Please do not hesitate to call us and request a consultation.

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