In a world where performance is everything, the key to success lies in your brain. Whether you’re a professional juggling high-stakes decisions, a student preparing for major exams, or a parent trying to help your child thrive in school, one thing is clear: Mental clarity, focus, and emotional resilience are essential.
That’s where neurofeedback comes in – a safe, natural, and science-backed tool that helps your brain function at its best.At New Beginnings Wellness Center in Smithtown, NY, we offer personalized neurofeedback training programs for adults, students, and children who want to overcome cognitive and emotional challenges and excel.
How does neurofeedback help with mental performance?
At New Beginnings Wellness, we see firsthand how neurofeedback training helps clients unlock their full cognitive potential. By teaching the brain to self-regulate and function more efficiently, neurofeedback supports both mental clarity and emotional balance — key ingredients for peak performance.
Our patients often report:
- Sharper attention and longer focus stamina
- Better memory retention
- More confidence in high-pressure situations
- Fewer emotional outbursts and anxiety symptoms
- Improved sleep and energy regulation
- Higher academic or professional performance
These changes don’t just show up in the clinic — they translate into real-world results. Whether you’re studying for exams, leading a team, training for a sport, or simply trying to get through a busy day, neurofeedback can help you stay focused, calm, and resilient under pressure.
Neurofeedback Training As Seen on Netflix’s Quarterback
Neurofeedback gained global attention when it was featured in the Netflix docuseries Quarterback. NFL star Kirk Cousins is shown using neurofeedback as part of his daily routine to improve focus, manage stress, and stay mentally sharp on the field. Watching Cousins calmly train his brain while streaming a show demonstrates how easy yet powerful neurofeedback can be. It’s not just for athletes – it’s for anyone who wants to perform better in life.
What Is Neurofeedback?
Also known as EEG biofeedback, neurofeedback is a non-invasive brain training technique that teaches your brain how to regulate itself. It works by reading your brain’s electrical activity (brainwaves) in real time and providing feedback – often through visual or auditory cues – to guide your brain toward more balanced, efficient patterns.
How Neurofeedback Works
1. Brainwave Monitoring
During a session, sensors are placed on your scalp to monitor your brainwave activity. These sensors are painless and do not transmit anything into your body. They read the electrical signals your brain naturally produces.
2. Real-Time Feedback
As you engage in an activity, such as watching a movie or playing a video game, the neurofeedback software translates your brainwave activity into real-time feedback. When your brain operates in a desired state, such as calm, focused, or alert, the video or audio continues smoothly. If your brain shifts into an undesirable pattern, like stress, distraction, or drowsiness, the screen dims or the sound decreases temporarily. This subtle feedback trains your brain to self-correct and return to a more optimal state.
3. Repetition and Reinforcement
Over time, with repeated sessions, your brain begins to learn and reorganize itself for better function. Just like physical exercise strengthens your body, neurofeedback strengthens neural pathways for attention, memory, emotional regulation, and mental resilience. The result: a calmer, clearer, and more focused mind whether you’re a CEO, a student, or a child struggling in school.
Backed by Research
Neurofeedback is not a trend – it’s backed by robust scientific research.
- A Frontiers in Human Neuroscience study (2016) found neurofeedback improved working memory and executive function in healthy adults – perfect for professionals and students.
- A Basic and Clinical Neuroscience study (2020) showed that medical students using neurofeedback had greater attention and reduced test anxiety.
- Improves academic performance. A 2023 study concluded that neurofeedback supports students with academic failure by helping them self-regulate brainwave activity—an essential factor in learning and cognitive function.(Source)
- A Journal of Attention Disorders study (2011) found children with ADHD who received neurofeedback made significant academic gains, with lasting results even after the sessions ended.
- Enhances physical and mental performance in athletes. A 2023 systematic review of 10 controlled studies (491 in neurofeedback groups vs. 62 controls) found that neurofeedback training led to significant improvements in stress reduction, physiological self-control, behavioral efficiency, and faster reaction times across multiple sports. (Source: Brain Sciences)
Who Can Benefit from Neurofeedback Training
Neurofeedback is a powerful, drug-free tool for optimizing brain function — and it’s not just for one type of person. At New Beginnings Wellness, we support a wide range of individuals who want to improve how they think, feel, and perform in daily life:
- Professionals looking to enhance productivity, stay mentally sharp, and manage stress or burnout
- Students aiming to strengthen study skills, reduce test anxiety, and perform better on exams
- Children and teens struggling with attention, anxiety, school-related challenges, or low confidence
- Performers and athletes seeking better reaction time, focus, and emotional regulation under pressure
Whether you’re preparing for a major presentation, guiding a team through big decisions, or helping your child succeed in school, neurofeedback provides a customized path to better brain performance.
What to Expect during our Smithtown Neurofeedback Training Program
Initial Consultation & qEEG Brain Mapping
We begin with a quantitative EEG (qEEG) – a digital brain map that shows how different regions of your brain are functioning. This identifies areas of over- or under-activity that may be contributing to symptoms like distraction, anxiety, or poor sleep.
Customized Neurofeedback Plan
Based on your brain map and goals, we design a personalized training program using BrainCore Neurofeedback technology. Every patient is different, so we make sure to create a treatment plan that is just right for you.
Gentle, Effective Training
Sessions last about 30 minutes and are safe, comfortable, and engaging for all ages. Patients often describe it as relaxing and enjoyable – especially kids, who see it as a fun challenge!
Results That Build Over Time
With consistent sessions, your brain develops new, healthier patterns that support lasting improvements in attention, emotional regulation, and performance.
Natural, Lasting Change Without Meds
Many parents and professionals come to us looking for drug-free, research-backed solutions. Neurofeedback offers lasting results by teaching your brain, not treating symptoms.
Whether you want to help your child succeed academically or give yourself an edge in your profession, neurofeedback offers a safe and empowering path forward.
Ready to Train Your Brain?
At New Beginnings Wellness Center in Smithtown, NY, we help adults and children retrain their brains to reach their full potential. Mental clarity, emotional balance, and lasting focus are within your reach.Book your Brain Map consultation today and experience what’s possible when your brain is working with you, not against you.
About the Author
Dr. Keri Chiappino, DC DACNB BCN
Dr. Keri Chiappino offers a unique, expanded approach to alternative healthcare. With the combination of neurological, orthopedic and chiropractic care, Dr. Chiappino works to restore normal nerve function to the body, promoting optimum health and wellness. Dr. Chiappino has distinguished herself as one of 1000 doctors worldwide achieving Diplomatic status on the American Chiropractic Neurological Board (ACNB), with more than 1000 hours in Chiropractic Neurological coursework. In addition to traditional Chiropractic and Chiropractic Neurological care, Dr. Chiappino also offers BrainCore neurofeedback therapy and our Smithtown office is an authorized BrainCore neurofeedback clinic in Smithtown, NY.
