Vagus Counseling utilizes BrainPaint®

BrainPaint® is a specialized neurofeedback system that has been studied primarily for its applications in treating conditions such as PTSD, ADHD, addiction, and other psychological disorders. Below are highlights from some of the studies and findings related to BrainPaint:

1. PTSD and Trauma Treatment: BrainPaint® utilizes the alpha-theta neurofeedback protocol, which is designed to help clients access a calm state to process trauma. A study reported that 89% of participants with PTSD experienced symptom improvement after 20 sessions. The system facilitates emotional processing in a safe and controlled manner. BrainPaint Neurofeedback For Health

   Vagus Counseling also uses other leading trauma therapies and does not recommend neurofeedback as a standalone treatment for PTSD.

2. Addiction: Research incorporating BrainPaint® has shown efficacy in addiction recovery, especially when combined with traditional methods like 12-step programs. The Scott-Peniston protocols used in BrainPaint® have demonstrated improved sobriety rates in multiple studies, including a 79% abstinence rate at 12 months in a UCLA trial​ BrainPaint

3. ADHD and Spectrum Disorders: BrainPaint® neurofeedback has also been applied to improve attention, executive functioning, and other cognitive skills in individuals with ADHD. The approach is highly individualized.

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4. Systematic Personalization: Unlike many other neurofeedback systems, BrainPaint® automates the implementation of evidence-based protocols, reducing variability and ensuring consistency across sessions. This makes it easier to tailor treatments to individual needs​

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5. OCD: ERP, a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), remains the gold standard for OCD treatment, with 50-60% of individuals achieving significant symptom relief that can last years.

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   Comparatively, neurofeedback has a 75% efficacy rate at 20 sessions, is less invasive and but may require more sessions and consistent commitment over time.

   Important notations:

   BrainPaint® is associated with multiple quantitative studies, the broader field of neurofeedback still faces challenges regarding standardization and conclusive large-scale validation. Other Neurofeedback brands have varying degrees to no scientific studies.

   Rebounding: Many Neurofeedback centers are presenting a get fixed quick model. We are finding it unethical to give the illusion of feeling better quickly to simply take your money. Doing this incorrectly the nervous system will rebound to its previous state. Neurofeedback is a minimum of a nine week commitment. We are happy to refer you to other neurofeedback centers in Utah if you are simply wanting a temporary placebo effect in just a few sessions.

   Ketamine: While ketamine has its place in mental health it places you in a Gamma state and suppresses all other brain waves. Neurofeedback balances brain waves and Ketamine can reduce the effectiveness of neurofeedback sessions.

   There are also no valid scientific studies to prove or disprove this theory, and we would simply be conducting uncontrolled experiments on you.

   With that said I have done and do enjoy doing somatic experiencing sessions with people using Ketamine. We just will not do neurofeedback with it.