What is Biofeedback?

Biofeedback refers to methods for measuring real-time, physiological feedback (including heart rate, muscle tension [EMG], respiration, body temperature, skin conductance) which is used to help you learn techniques to regulate your body’s stress response. The aim of the type of biofeedback that I do is to improve the functioning of the Autonomic Nervous System (check out my blog if you want more information) which, in turn, helps stress recovery.

Who is a Good Fit & What Does Biofeedback Treatment Look Like?

Individuals who struggle with certain stress-related mental and medical symptoms are likely to benefit from biofeedback treatment. This includes but is not limited to: anxiety, general stress, attacks, headaches (specifically migraine and tension headaches), stress-related medical problems and functional gastrointestinal disorders (e.g. Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS).

Biofeedback also tends to be a good fit for individuals who appreciate a data-driven approach to treatment and are ready to adopt daily relaxation practices.

What is Mindfulness-Based Biofeedback?

Mindfulness-Based Biofeedback is a new innovation in the field of biofeedback. It incorporates key elements of two established, research-based treatments: biofeedback & mindfulness-based treatment. In collaboration with neuropsychology colleagues at the University of California Los Angeles and the University of Florida, I have developed a 12-session treatment protocol that trains physiological resilience alongside mindfulness-based techniques to ultimately teach stress recovery and prevent the development of chronic stress. If you’d like to learn more about this treatment, check out a recent podcast episode that feature my colleague, Dr. Snyder & me. This treatment is now available at The Integrated Clinic in Los Angeles, CA as well as my private practice in Redwood City, CA (San Francisco Bay Area).