Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
For 30+ years I have struggled with anxiety. I have been frustrated with the side effects of medication and that my symptoms always return. I was curious (and a bit skeptical) to try neurofeedback after learning a lot in my studies about the brain’s plasticity. My experience from the NeurOptimal® sessions has been nothing short of phenomenal. After a few sessions I reduced my medication in half. After 5 sessions I experienced what many have called a “shift”: my mind was so clear, my body relaxed and I felt so happy. Overall I am much calmer, have more clarity and feel more joyful. I recover more quickly from stressful events. While I still experience some anxious thoughts, I have not had the visceral reactions in my body and the thoughts leave very quickly. As well, I am less irritable and have a lot more patience. I look forward to more sessions and really encourage others to try this non-invasive approach.
My experience at NeurAlive has been very positive, I found the technology to be very unintrusive and the overall routine to be pleasant. My personal benefits have been subtle and positive, most notably being my creativity, which I feel has been expanded. I would strongly recommend this experience for other indigenous people who are interested in mental growth.
I rented a NeurOptimal Machine from NeurAlive for a month and a half. I have depression and was also struggling with severe ptsd symptoms that were affecting my mood and life in general. I used the machine twice a day and received upwards of 70 sessions. My symptoms drastically improved and all together went away for a period of time. It has been 3 months since then and while life has been chaotic and stressful, my baseline for handling it all is completely stronger and higher. My husband and daughter and a few other family members also did brain training sessions and had significant improvements in mental clarity, communication skills and overall well-being. My daughter who had been experiencing ptsd symptoms from a car accident completed 20 sessions. Her ptsd improved along with her ability to relax, be less defiant, and go to sleep at night without a huge struggle. Overall, my experience was just so rewarding and pleasant. Elinor and her team are terrific, super receptive and available for my questions and logistics even with me on the other side of the continent, renting from Washington DC.
I highly recommend NeurAlive and NeurOptimal to everyone and anyone who is struggling in ANY area of their mental health and wellness!
Neurofeedback has been life changing for me. I used to wake up every morning, for as long as I can remember, with crippling anxiety and depression. Dreading day to day life and I never thought I could get over that. I didn’t know exactly what the cause of the anxiety was – I thought I just had to live with it. Then my mother-in-law told me about neurofeedback – I had no idea how much it would help me. It makes me cry happy tears. It’s been quite a few weeks since I’ve woken up with a stomach ache and a negative mindset. Can’t forget to mention how much more my creative juices are flowing. So incredibly grateful and I wish everyone could do this.
I’ve loved my sessions at Neurofeedback Victoria, what an amazing thing they have going on there. As I have more sessions I can increasingly feel the shifts that NeurOptimal® is helping me with. I feel less scattered, clearer in my thoughts, goals and directions and more ease in integrating big changes in my life. What makes it even better is that the sessions feel safe and deeply relaxing as I open my mind to healing and growth in the gentle space he has created.
I’ve loved my sessions at Neurofeedback Victoria. What an amazing thing they have going on there! As I have more sessions, I can increasingly feel the shifts that NeurOptimal® is helping me with. I feel less scattered, clearer in my thoughts, goals, and directions, and more at ease integrating big changes in my life. What makes it even better is that the sessions feel safe and deeply relaxing as I open my mind to healing and growth in the gentle space he has created. In my experience with NFB, particularly during my sessions, I’ve gained valuable insights and a better understanding of my body’s needs. I’ve been able to identify patterns in my behaviors, emotions, and triggers. NFB is a simple, effective, and painless process. Elinor places a couple of electrodes on specific points of your skull to monitor brainwaves during the training. The sessions take place in a relaxing space, facilitating the processing of traumatic experiences and the resetting of the limbic brain.
NFB not only increases your awareness of reactions, traumas, triggers, and anxieties concerning yourself and others, but it can also shift your mental dialogue from negative to positive. It helps you navigate challenging situations and promotes mental well-being. I plan to continue with Neuralive to maintain my nervous system health, receive mental reboots, and reshape undesirable neural pathways.
I highly recommend Elinor. She has been instrumental in helping me develop positive habits and move beyond past traumas and toxic family relationships. Her assistance has propelled me forward in life.
Neuroptimal® has given me my life back! I have been training for 2 months and have completed over 15 sessions and counting. I suffered an acquired brain injury after a serious illness that left me with brain damage similar to a concussion. I was unable to organize my thoughts, overwhelmed by noise and public places, forgetting what I was doing, constantly forgetting appointments…you get the picture . My inability to function as my former self left me feeling depressed, anxious, and defeated. Neuroptimal® has changed all of that. I can’t explain how it works, but I can tell you that my memory has improved, my thoughts are more organized, the fog has lifted, my depression and anxiety are drastically decreased. Not bad for just having to sit and relax for 33 minutes! I have been blown away by my positive results in such a short amount of time. My loved ones have also seen a huge improvement in every way. So much so that several of my family members are now training as well so they can function at their best. My husband and children also go. NeurAlive has turned into quite the family affair! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Xo
NeurAlive is absolutely wonderful. The sessions bring more balance and clarity and really bring a sense of greater wellbeing. I feel better and more balanced emotionally, as well I actually feel mentally sharper! I’ve suffered from a traumatic brain injury. It seems I feel better and more myself each time I’ve been. The holistic effects go very far! The staff are knowledgeable and great, and Brenden really knows his stuff. I have full confidence with his work and the sessions he provides here. I know I’m in good hands at NeurAlive — I highly recommend it! 10/10.
I’ve found neurofeedback to be so supportive to my overall health and mindset. It brings me back to a state of calm and focus and feels like total and utter self care every time. The staff are so friendly, warm and helpful. It’s a blessing to have a tool like this that requires nothing of you except your presence. Healing can be easy. Thank you NeurAlive!
Neurofeedback is amazing. My 10 year old son suffers from an anxiety disorder and started brain training… The changes in him were almost unbelievable. Better behaviour, better sleep, less anger, and fewer symptoms of depression. I have a happier, more relaxed kid and owe it all to neurofeedback.
NeurOptimal® helps me become the best version of myself. My mind is clearer, I’m more present, and my mood has stabilized. Being happy requires so much less effort. Life feels…easier. Thank you, Brenden!
Neurofeedback has been a lifesaver for us, and we highly recommend NeurAlive to anyone struggling with a child with challenging behavior, inattention, or sleep issues. After positive feedback from many parents who had seen improvement in their children with ADHD, we decided to give it a try. We were very skeptical at first and not sure if it was right for our child, but after 5–6 sessions, we began to see a reduction in disruptive behavior, less arguing, and less inattention. He was much calmer, focused, happy, and finally able to sleep well through the night. His teachers noticed the improvement as well! Our experience with neurofeedback has been very positive, and everyone at NeurAlive has been compassionate and kind. We really appreciate everything they’ve done for our child.
I always look forward to my brain training sessions. I sleep better afterward, and no longer need sleeping medication. I feel that I have more internal space to deal with life’s challenges. I feel less panicked inside. I truly hope that more people will experience this transformational technology.
I started NeurOptimal neurofeedback in December 2022, and hands down, it has improved my quality of life on so many levels. The team at NeurAlive is professional, kind, and supportive. The check-ins are helpful in understanding the shifts and changes that occur over time. I live in Mill Bay and am very grateful that NeurAlive has opened a second location in Langford for greater accessibility.
I sleep better and wake up feeling rested; my anxiety and stress levels are manageable, unlike before. My cognitive abilities have also improved, allowing me to express myself more clearly and with ease. I grew up with Ankylosing spondylitis, developing depression at an early age due to chronic pain and flare-ups. Also experiencing 2 MVA and diagnosed with nerve damage, TOS, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, cervical spine problems, and major jaw issues with the most recent diagnosis of Osteochondritis. What a major blow… I am 45 years young
Over the years, I have tried countless healing modalities that never properly addressed the underlying problem—my brain function! Doctors only focus on the specific areas to treat, not the body as a whole. Neurofeedback has lifted the heavy weight of my chronic health conditions and has allowed me to breathe and be at ease. Additionally, my yoga practice has deepened as my connection with my body and mind has improved. Overall, I have more clarity over decision-making, and my perspective on life in general has shifted to a much happier and light-hearted place. I move through life with much more joy and ease. Neurofeedback is a true gift. Thank you, NeurAlive!