Childhood trauma and other forms of prolonged trauma impact the brain beyond cognition; it’s neurophysiological.
It impacts the sense of self network, the nervous system, and the ability to connect with others authentically.

Although talk therapy is important, neurofeedback is ideal as a first step to treatment for these populations, among many others!

We will provide you with everything you need during the course: an EEG amplifier, sensors, and ILF-compatible software. 

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Who should Join

 

This course is designed for trauma therapists who are ready to expand beyond traditional modalities and learn how to integrate Infra-Low Frequency Neurofeedback (ILF-NF) into clinical practice with complex developmental trauma (CDT) populations and other mental health presentations.

Grounded in neuroscience and informed by real clinical application, this training bridges the gap between:

✔ What we know about trauma
✔ And what we’re actually doing in the therapy room

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2. How ILF Training Impacts THE SELF (the default mode network), Self-Regulation, and Brain Plasticity

One of the most exciting facets of ILF neurofeedback is its ability to support neuroplasticity—the brain’s remarkable capacity to rewire itself. You’ll learn how, by providing immediate feedback at these deep infralow levels, the brain spontaneously adjusts and adopts healthier patterns, shifting out of dysregulated physiology. This shift can be particularly powerful for clients who’ve felt “stuck” in old cycles of anxiety, depression, or trauma responses.

You will Learn to Understand Trauma At the Root:

• The neurobiology of complex trauma and identity disruption
• The role of the default mode network (DMN) in self-processing
• Why cognitive approaches often plateau with Complex/Developmental Trauma clients
• Learn How ILF Neurofeedback Works
• How it regulates core brain networks
• Why it targets what talk therapy cannot

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3. Placing Electrodes & Navigating Protocols with Confidence

(hands-on!)

• Electrode Placement: You’ll learn proper placements using the 10-20 System (download your free cheat sheet)—where to put sensors so you can effectively capture and train those ultra-slow frequencies.
• Hardware & Software Mastery: We’ll guide you through the technology step by step, giving you the confidence to operate amplifiers, interpret real-time data, and spot artifacts (like muscle tension or eye blinks) that can muddy your measurements.
• Protocol Selection: Not all clients are the same, and you’ll learn to tailor ILF neurofeedback protocols to each individual’s needs—whether you’re addressing chronic stress, trauma, ADHD, or simply optimizing mental performance.

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4. Linking ILF Neurofeedback to Real-World Clinical Issues

You’ll dive deep into the “why” behind certain patterns of dysregulation. From panic disorders and binge eating to chronic pain and sleep disturbances, you’ll see how aberrant brain rhythms at the infralow level can perpetuate these issues—and how to mitigate them effectively. By the end, you’ll be equipped to design appropriate protocols for your client’s presenting concerns.

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5. Creating Symptom Profiles and Tracking Progress

Measuring improvement is crucial. In this course, you’ll learn to:

• Build Symptom Profiles: Collaborate with clients to pinpoint which symptoms to monitor (we teach you how to get very specific here!)
• Use CPT (Continuous Performance Tests): Get hands-on experience with quick, reliable methods to assess how your clients are improving in attention, impulse control, and more.
• Evaluate Results Over Time: Learn how to document and interpret shifts in the data, ensuring you can clearly communicate progress to clients, referring professionals, or insurance providers.

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6. Integration with Talk Therapy and Other Modalities

• Learn where ILF-NF fits within the triphasic model (a phased approach to treating clients with prolonged trauma)
• Practice implementing it in the regulation/stabilization phase (there will be opportunities for Q&A for your unique practice)
• Explore how to blend ILF-NF with your existing modality (CBT, EMDR, somatic work, etc.) in all three phases of the triphasic model.

We’ll guide you in applying  ILF into your clinical practice so you’ll feel confident integrating the modality with your clients! Whether you practice EMDR, DBR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, or an integrative approach to trauma therapy, neurofeedback can be used as an adjunct to psychotherapy to optimize your clients’ results.

By calibrating the brain’s baseline through ILF, you often see clients become more receptive to deeper therapeutic work.

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7. Addressing Medication and Potential Contraindications

Feel equipped to work with clients who are on medication, learn the discussions to have with clients and their medical prescribers, when appropriate.

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8. Experiential Learning: Feel the Shift for Yourself

 

Possibly the most exciting aspect: experiencing ILF neurofeedback firsthand. Through our remote or in-person courses, you’ll sit in the client seat and feel how these sessions can gently nudge your own nervous system toward experiences like: increased presence, focus, emotional regulation, lowered anxiety, and a more regulated state. This is where the lightbulbs go off—when you see (and feel!) just how transformative these infralow frequencies can be.

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9. Sustaining Momentum Post-Course

Finally, we won’t leave you hanging after the course ends. We’ll discuss best practices for continuing education, troubleshooting common issues, and networking with other professionals using ILF. Neurofeedback is an evolving field, and your support network and ongoing mentorship make all the difference in providing world-class care.

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Your Skills After Completion

• Confidently Use 2-Channel ILF-Neurofeedback
  Offer your clients a groundbreaking tool for sustainable, long-term improvement.
• Select & Adapt Treatment Protocols
  Tailor your approach to each client’s specific needs, whether clinical or performance-based.
• Facilitate Better Self-Regulation
  Help reduce symptoms of mental illness and prime clients for more effective therapeutic work.
• Feel the Lightness in Daily Practice
  See how seamlessly Neurofeedback fits into your workflow, often easing the intensity of clinical challenges.

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Highlights of the Course

• 10% Off When You Register with a Partner (email courses@healpsychotherapy.ca to register with a partner)
  Reduce costs and strengthen teamwork in your practice by enrolling together.
• Hands-on Learning with Medical Grade FDA-Cleared ILF Systems (delivered to you for remote courses, or on-site for in-person)
  Feel confident in your investment! You are accessing powerful technology from world-renowned scientists in the field. 
• Breadth of Engaging Information 
  Enjoy a dynamic mix of theoretical instruction and hands-on practicum to keep you fully engaged.

Join us, and discover how Neurofeedback can empower both you and your clients. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your existing skills, this 5-day online neurofeedback course will open the door to transformative, neuroscience-driven interventions in your practice. Let’s redefine mental health support together!