In the dynamic field of mental health, the call for accessible and effective interventions has grown increasingly clear. This presentation introduces Christian counselors to neurofeedback, leveraging both traditional methods and user-friendly tools to broaden access to mental health care. Participants will begin by exploring neurofeedback’s historical advancements and scientific foundations, emphasizing its role in improving cognitive, emotional, and behavioral health. The presenters will clarify neurofeedback’s evolution and its application in modern counseling practices, referencing the foundational work of Hammond (2011). Participants will evaluate neurofeedback’s crucial role in mental health care, from symptom management to stigma reduction. By visually showcasing brainwave dysregulation, neurofeedback shifts the understanding from blame to biological factors, easing the shame and guilt clients often feel. Furthermore, participants will discuss how neurofeedback induces significant brain changes, with Ghaziri et al. (2013) providing evidence of its structural impact on the brain. Technological advancements have made neurofeedback simpler, enhancing both in-clinic and remote sessions. These developments improve client engagement and therapeutic outcomes, while making neurofeedback more accessible to Christian counselors.
715 | From Faith to Practice: A Beginner’s Guide to Neurofeedback for Christian Counselors
PRESENTERS
Vista Parisoe, Ph.D. Dianne Kosto
CE CREDITS
1.25
Approved For CE
ASWB, NBCC, IBCC, Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Approved For CME/CEU
LEVEL
Intermediate
Summary
Learning Objectives
1 Identify the key milestones in the development of neurofeedback and explain its scientific basis, focusing on how it supports emotional and cognitive well-being within a faith-based counseling context
2 Compare traditional neurofeedback methods with modern, user-friendly tools, demonstrating their ability to enhance client engagement and improve therapeutic outcomes in-clinic and remotely.
3 Develop practical strategies for integrating neurofeedback technologies into counseling practices, focusing on setup, client instruction, and data interpretation.