The brain consists of billions of neurons that communicate through electrical activity, measurable via an electroencephalogram (EEG). Neurons form networks that control essential functions like breathing, emotions, memory, and thought. Disruptions in neural communication due to factors like disease, injury, or poor sleep can lead to conditions such as ADHD, depression, and anxiety. Neurofeedback, a type of biofeedback, uses EEG to improve brain self-regulation. It trains the

Great explanation of what you can expect with undergoing psychological testing with Dr. Powell.

Call it the holidays, stress, the pandemic, a new job, a new baby... all sorts of things can mess with our much-needed sleep. Waking up too early, taking too long to fall asleep, still feeling tired when you wake up, ugh!! Next thing you know you are struggling with insomnia! The first line of treatment for insomnia is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) which can help better manage the things that might be keeping you up at night. Luckily we have Dr. Eric

Having worked in the health field for several years has afforded me the opportunity to learn and experience the complex and often misunderstood relationship between the mind and body. I am trained in health psychology and excited to bring my expertise to help with issues such as insomnia, chronic pain and chronic illnesses that impact our lives. If this is something that you struggle with don't hesitate to contact me here at Restoring Balance, PLLC. Dr. Eric

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Please welcome Dr. Powell, who will be joining the practice in late September 2020! He will be working part-time offering therapy and...

AAMFT Approved Supervisor Designation is the highest and most prestigious designation in the MFT field. Our Approved Supervisors fulfill...

This article absolutely speaks to the effectiveness of neurofeedback. Working with people dealing with ailments such as attention...

I LOVE, love, love the way the gratitude journal is explained in this article. Check it out! This is exactly what I like people to...

Time for a break? I often find myself watching videos that bring a smile to my face or simply remind me that there is good within me and out there. I invite you to take four minutes of your time to watch this video, it is said it will improve your satisfaction, make you feel like you have more time, amongst other great things! Betsabé Rubio, Ph.D., LMFT-S,LPC-S Originally posted on ggia.berkeley.edu It’s easy to feel bogged down by daily routines and mundane concerns,

Another from by UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center (GGSC): Eight Essentials When Forgiving. I know we have all heard how forgiving...

On July 11 in the Huffington Post Healthy Living publication they wrote about some great research, publications and self-help developed by UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center (GGSC). I went through their publication “41 Science-Based Actions For A Meaningful Life” and chose some of my favorites to share with you. My favorites are connected to my work and the love I have for working with couples to help them get the best relationship they can achieve. Today I chose

Here is an interesting article on the role of sleep and our well being. Being married to an expert on sleep this was a reminder of how...

"There are great amount of studies looking at the connection between healthy bacteria in our gut and how they can change how we react to...

Original post on www.tickled.com I'm often amused by the books and movies targeted at children and pre-teens. Harry Potter is one of...

"Last month the American Psychological Association published an article describing how youth is using different forms of media and its...

“We are what we eat! Often we worry about our diets for the superficial desire to "look good" but it truly is the focus of many studies...

“Inside Out” has turned out to be one of those highly publicized and profitable venue filling films. I went and watched it this weekend...

"Finances are often a source of stress both for new and long-term couples. Dr. John Gottman who has done ample research on couples and...