Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder
It's the first day of fall! As the days grow shorter and the skies turn grey, many people notice subtle shifts in their mood and energy. For some, however, these…
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured, evidence-based psychotherapy developed in the late 1980s, primarily to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences and other forms of…
Understanding OCD and Finding Support
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide, yet it is often misunderstood. At our counselling clinic, we take a compassionate, evidence-based approach to…
Executive Functioning: How Counselling and Neurofeedback Can Help
In today’s fast-paced and multitasking world, we all rely on something called executive functioning. Executive functioning is a set of mental skills that help us plan, focus, remember instructions, and…
Brain Waves & Emotional Regulation
So What Is Neurofeedback? Neurofeedback therapy is a non-invasive, brain-training technique that helps individuals learn to regulate their brainwave activity over time. By providing real-time feedback on brain function—often through…
Understanding ADHD & How Neurofeedback Can Help
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders, affecting both children and adults. While medications and behavioural therapies are often first-line treatments, many people are…
Supporting Neurodivergence: Combining Neurofeedback & Expressive Therapy
In a world that often measures wellness by how well someone "fits in," neurodivergent individuals- those with autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences, and other neurological variances- can find themselves misunderstood…
What Neurofeedback Can Help With
Neurofeedback therapy is useful for treating a variety of conditions, which is generally done by promoting certain brain wave patterns that help to alleviate the felt symptoms. Neuroplasticity is a…
How to Prepare for a Successful Neurofeedback Session
Neurofeedback is a powerful, non-invasive tool that helps train your brain to function more optimally. Whether you're using it to manage anxiety, improve focus, or support peak performance, preparation and…
The Increased Efficacy in the Use of Video Games with Neurofeedback Therapy
At Mastermind, we are always aiming to be knowledgeable on newly published research that can benefit our mental health clinic. Our team is committed to constantly improving our practices to…