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When Therapy Isn’t Enough: A Conversation About Neurofeedback, Trauma and the Nervous System
When you still feel stuck even though you have read all the self help books and been in therapy for years... maybe this is why....
Carlie Byrom
Jul 77 min read


Why More Capacity Matters More Than More Time
Life doesn't stop but it's about finding the capacity rather than more time. Have you ever found yourself thinking: "If I could just get through this week..." "Once things settle down..." "When life gets less busy, I'll feel better." I think most of us have. The problem is that life rarely slows down for long. The dishwasher breaks. The dog gets sick. The school calls. Work gets busy. The bills arrive. The kids need something. Life keeps happening. For a long time, I thought
Carlie Byrom
Jun 33 min read


The Body Keeps the Score: What Bessel van der Kolk Teaches Us About Trauma, the Nervous System and Neurofeedback
Sometimes the body holds what words cannot fully explain. About a month ago, I attended the live Sydney workshop with trauma expert Bessel van der Kolk, author of The Body Keeps the Score. It was a full day immersed in conversations about trauma, PTSD, the nervous system and healing. But one statement in particular has stayed with me ever since. Dr Bessel van der Kolk explained that trauma and PTSD are often stored in parts of the brain that cannot always be fully accessed th
Carlie Byrom
May 124 min read


Signs Your Nervous System May Be Stuck in Survival Mode and Overwhelmed
Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed or constantly “on edge”? Learn the common signs your nervous system may be stuck in survival mode and discover gentle ways to support regulation and recovery.
Carlie Byrom
May 83 min read


Reclaiming Calm: How One Mum Used NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback to Support her Son Through PANS
The stories, the symptoms, the struggles—everything I read was both heartbreaking and eye-opening. I couldn’t believe this condition was affecting so many families, yet was still so misunderstood and often misdiagnosed. Right then, I knew this was a community I wanted to support. If neurofeedback could be even a small part of the healing journey for these children and their families, I wanted to be there to offer it.
Carlie Byrom
Jan 26 min read


How NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback Rentals Work at Home with Life Brain Training
Many Australians are curious about how neurofeedback works outside the clinic. If this is something you have been wondering about, here’s a simple guide about NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback Rentals and the benefits: What is NeurOptimal® neurofeedback? At Life Brain Training, I often get asked: “What exactly is NeurOptimal® and how can it help me?” Simply put, NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback is brain training technology, designed to help your brain function at its best. Some people ref
Carlie Byrom
Sep 9, 20254 min read


How NeurOptimal® neurofeedback can help you have a healthy pregnancy.
How NeurOptimal® Can Help During Pregnancy: Supporting Your Mind and Body for a Healthier Pregnancy Experience At Life Brain Training, we...
Carlie Byrom
Feb 10, 20254 min read


Keeping Kids Engaged During a NeurOptimal® Session with Life Brain Training
At Life Brain Training, we love welcoming children for NeurOptimal®sessions, knowing how incredibly beneficial they can be—especially for...
Carlie Byrom
Jan 31, 20254 min read


NeurOptimal®: A Powerful Tool to Support Children with Speech of Language Disorders.
Today, I received a call from a speech pathologist who had done some research and discovered that neurofeedback sessions can complement...
Carlie Byrom
Jan 30, 20255 min read


Interview with a Life Brain Training Client: How NeurOptimal® Transformed My Life
I am so thankful to have met Danni *, a courageous individual who has agreed to sit down with me and share her powerful journey of overcoming panic attacks and PTSD with the help of NeurOptimal®. For many years, Danni struggled with intense anxiety and the debilitating effects of PTSD, which left her feeling trapped in her own life. Today, she’s here to tell us how NeurOptimal® sessions helped her break free from the grip of panic and anxiety, allowing her to regain control o
Carlie Byrom
Nov 19, 20244 min read


Wondering What the Difference Is between Linear and Non Linear Neurofeedback and Why it is so Important?
If you have heard about Neurofeedback, it's important to know that there are 2 types so that you can make an informed choice about what...
Carlie Byrom
Aug 6, 20241 min read


"Navigating Neurodiversity: A Journey with NeurOptimal®"
Reading through the fact sheet from The Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne (link below in notes) It is estimated that 1 in 20...
Carlie Byrom
Jul 15, 20246 min read


How Can NeurOptimal® help my Child?
NeurOptimal® is a non linear Neurofeedback brain training system. It is non-invasive and fun system that can assist children of all ages...
Carlie Byrom
Jan 23, 20243 min read
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