One of the most common questions I'm asked about NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback is, “How long does it take to notice results?”The honest answer is: it depends.
Some people experience profound shifts within just one or two sessions. For others, the changes are more gradual—subtle at first, but steadily building as sessions continue. Think of it like watering a plant: the first drops may not seem like much, but over time, those small inputs create something vibrant and alive.
Most often, the effects are cumulative—the more sessions you do, the more obvious and transformative the benefits become.
The most cost-effective and flexible way to use NeurOptimal is through a home rental system.This allows you (and your family) to do unlimited sessions at your own pace, in your own space.
I’ve had many clients on my therapy waiting list choose to rent a system while they waited—and some ended up realizing they no longer needed therapy at all.
One woman who’d been struggling with anger management and relationship conflict completed 20 sessions in a month. She later told me she felt calmer than she ever had in her life—and that her family relationships had healed.
Another memorable case was a 15-year-old girl recovering from a concussion. For months, she’d had a blunted affect and said she couldn’t feel emotion anymore. By her second session, her mom burst into tears, saying, “We got our girl back.”
NeurOptimal is a completely passive system—there’s nothing you have to “do.”You simply relax while the technology gently mirrors your brain’s activity back to itself, allowing the nervous system to self-optimize. It’s so effortless that people have even used NeurOptimal successfully with individuals in comas.
I sometimes use it myself while working on a challenging project. I’ll hook myself up, continue working, and suddenly everything starts flowing—my focus sharpens, and what felt hard a few minutes earlier becomes easy and fluid.
For most people, the process feels smooth, gentle, and deeply relaxing—many can’t stay awake during a session!However, a small number of people experience a temporary counter-constriction in the nervous system as it recalibrates.
This is where my unique expertise as a nervous system specialist comes in. I can help you understand what’s happening and provide simple strategies to ease that response quickly so you can enjoy the calm, centered feeling that typically follows.
Some of the most common improvements people report include:
A personal story:Before NeurOptimal, I had what I called my daily dark chocolate habit. Specifically, Lindt Dark Chocolate with Sea Salt. My kids jokingly called it “Mom’s medication,” and honestly—they weren’t wrong. I had bars in my purse, office, home, and cottage.
After renting my first NeurOptimal system, one day I gasped out loud: “My chocolate!!!”I suddenly realized I hadn’t eaten any in weeks—and hadn’t even noticed. When I opened the cupboard, there were six untouched bars stacked up. Apparently, I was still buying them on autopilot, but no longer craving them. That was seven years ago. I still love that chocolate, but now I often forget it’s even there—and sometimes end up throwing it away months later.
I offer NeurOptimal home system rentals with unlimited sessions, so your entire family can enjoy the benefits of brain training. When families do sessions together, they often notice that they start to sync up emotionally—there’s less conflict, more harmony, and everyone supports each other’s growth.
NeurOptimal can also:
I ship systems all across Canada, making it easy to bring the benefits of neurofeedback right into your home.
Ready to experience what your best self feels like?Reach out today to learn more about renting a NeurOptimal system for yourself or your family.
NeurOptimal® is a passive brain training system that helps your nervous system naturally return to balance. It provides real-time feedback to your brain, allowing it to self-correct, reorganize, and move toward greater calm, clarity, and focus.There’s nothing you have to do—you simply relax, listen to music, and let your brain do the work.
Traditional neurofeedback directs the brain toward specific targets or goals.NeurOptimal® is non-directive, meaning it doesn’t push your brain to change—it simply mirrors what’s happening, giving your system the information it needs to naturally optimize itself.This makes it incredibly safe, gentle, and effective even for sensitive or complex nervous systems.
While NeurOptimal® is not a medical treatment, many people experience noticeable improvements in:
It’s especially supportive for those healing from trauma or nervous system dysregulation and pairs beautifully with the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) and Rest & Restore Protocol (RRP)—either before to prepare the system or afterward to deepen and integrate changes.
Yes! When NeurOptimal® is provided through a registered social worker, sessions or rentals are typically covered under extended health plans in Ontario that include social work services.To make it even more accessible, I offer price matching and discounts for qualifying rentals.
Every brain is unique. Some people notice dramatic shifts after just a few sessions, while others experience subtle changes that build over time.Because results are cumulative, consistency is key—and home rental systems make it easy to do unlimited sessions for the whole family, allowing everyone to grow and regulate together.
If you’re curious about how NeurOptimal® can support calm, focus, and resilience—or how it can integrate beautifully with SSP or RRP—let’s talk.Click here to learn more about NeurOptimal® rentals and availability across Canada.