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Restore Your Resilience.
Experience non-invasive, effortless brain training that supports mental clarity, emotional balance, and deeper healing.
A Gentle Way to Help the Brain Reset
Neurofeedback is a powerful, non-invasive technology that helps the brain regulate itself more effectively. At FlowState Therapy, we use NeurOptimal® Dynamical Neurofeedback, a next-generation system designed to promote flexibility and resilience in the brain — no diagnosis required, no effort needed.
Rather than pushing the brain in a specific direction, NeurOptimal® offers real-time feedback to help your brain notice its own activity and self-correct naturally. Over time, this can lead to noticeable improvements in emotional regulation, focus, sleep, and overall well-being.
How Neurofeedback Can Help
While not a medical treatment, neurofeedback has been shown to be a powerful addition to traditional therapies for the symptoms of and often report improvements in:
✅ Sleep quality and energy
✅ Mental clarity and focus
✅ Emotional stability and resilience
✅ Anxiety, depression, and trauma-related symptoms
✅ Chronic pain, fatigue, or migraines
✅ ADHD and attention issues
✅ Performance (creative, athletic, or professional)
Neurofeedback is not a treatment — it's a training. It supports your brain's natural capacity to regulate itself.
What Happens in a Session?
We understand that healing isn’t just about talking — it’s about helping the brain regain its natural rhythm. That’s why we offer neurofeedback at FlowState Therapy: a gentle, non-invasive way to support your nervous system’s ability to self-regulate. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, trauma, or simply feeling stuck, this technology helps your brain find its way back to clarity, calm, and resilience — all without effort or conscious control.
You’ll sit comfortably in a chair with sensors gently placed on your scalp and ears (they simply read your brainwaves).
You’ll listen to music or watch visuals — no tasks, no effort.
When your brain shifts, the music subtly interrupts. That moment of feedback invites your brain to re-regulate itself.
Sessions last about 45 minutes. Most people report feeling calmer, clearer, or more focused afterward.
Pricing & Session Options
We offer two pathways for NeurOptimal® neurofeedback sessions to meet your needs, preferences, and budget.
Therapy-Led Neurofeedback — $150/session
Ideal for clients who want a more integrated approach. These sessions are guided by a licensed psychotherapist who can help you process insights from your training and connect neurofeedback with your broader therapeutic goals.
Includes:
• Pre- and post-session check-in
• Goal-focused integration support
• Trauma-informed care during the session
Nurse-Led Neurofeedback — $95-105/session
A lower-cost option designed for maintenance, support between therapy appointments, or those seeking ongoing nervous system regulation. These sessions are supervised by our nurse practitioner or clinical assistant.
Includes:
• System setup and supervision
• Quiet, private environment for training
• Progress tracking if requested
Why choose Flow State Therapy?
Virtual & In-Person Therapy
We offer both Ottawa-based therapy and virtual sessions for flexible support.
WSIB-Covered Sessions
We’re experienced in helping clients navigate therapy for workplace injuries, trauma, and stress.
Personalized Care for Trauma & Healing
A compassionate approach tailored to each client’s journey toward recovery.
What Neurofeedback can help you with:
Depression
Neurofeedback helps train the brain toward greater stability and balance, reducing the patterns of rumination and low mood often associated with depression.
PTSD
Trauma-focused therapies like EMDR, IFS, and somatic therapy to support healing from traumatic experiences.
Anxiety
Neurofeedback gently guides the brain out of chronic fight-or-flight states, helping reduce overactivation and creating space for calm, clarity, and emotional resilience..
Stress & burnout
Frequent neurofeedback sessions can help restore nervous system balance, improve focus, and increase energy levels — especially for those coping with chronic stress or overwhelm.
Whether you're navigating a specific challenge or simply seeking support for personal growth, our therapists are here to guide you!
When should you seek therapy?
Therapy can be an effective tool if you're experiencing emotional challenges, feeling stuck in certain areas of life, or seeking to improve your mental health and well-being.
If you're dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, or relationship difficulties, therapy provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore these issues and find solutions. It’s also beneficial for those seeking personal growth, emotional resilience, or a deeper understanding of themselves.
We offer PTSD and trauma therapy in Ottawa for:
First responders and veterans
Survivors of childhood abuse or neglect
Adults with complex PTSD or relational trauma
Individuals with emotional shutdown or chronic anxiety
People healing from grief, spiritual trauma, or burnout
We offer both in-person sessions at our downtown Ottawa clinic and secure virtual care across Ontario.
Visit our new therapy office in downtown Ottawa!
A calm and comfortable space in the heart of downtown for healing and personal growth.
Meet our therapists
Our team is made up of dedicated mental health professionals who are passionate about helping you experience meaningful change and improved well-being.
With diverse backgrounds in psychotherapy, medicine, and holistic care, our therapists and medical staff bring years of experience to support your journey.
At FlowState Therapy, we believe in personalized, compassionate care, and we're here to guide you every step of the way.
Discover our individual therapy services
Available in-person in Ottawa and virtual across Ontario
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A goal-oriented, evidence-based approach that helps clients identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
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Focuses on exploring unconscious processes and understanding how past experiences (especially early relationships) shape current behaviors and emotions.
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A form of CBT that emphasizes emotional regulation, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness.
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A body-focused therapy that addresses trauma by releasing tension stored in the body.
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A specialized trauma therapy involving bilateral stimulation to help clients reprocess traumatic memories.
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A neurobiological approach focusing on the body’s nervous system and how it regulates emotions in response to safety or danger.
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A technique that uses real-time brainwave monitoring to help clients regulate brain activity, often used for anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery.
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A trauma therapy that helps clients access and process emotions stored in the body through specific eye positions.
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We offer a wide range of different therapy modalities and are continually innovating. Feel free to contact us if you are looking for something specific.
Counselling insurance coverage
We work with you and your insurance company to get you the best coverage possible.
Some insurers we’ve worked with:
Veterans Affairs and PCVRS
Canada Life
Medavie Blue Cross
Sunlife
Green Shield
Equitable Life of Canada
Pacific Blue Cross
Manulife
And more!
Why Choose FlowState Therapy
✅ Trauma-focused, highly trained therapists
✅ Medically integrated care—therapy, nursing, and NP support
✅ Calm, welcoming space in downtown Ottawa
✅ Bilingual and virtual care available
✅ Optional medically assisted therapy
✅ Personalized, collaborative treatment plans
Schedule a free initial call
We offer free 15-minute consultations to help you learn more about our treatments here.
Start Neurofeedback in Ottawa with us!
Reach out to book a free initial consultation with our team.
Just give us call
613 - 670 - 6629
or send us an email
hello@
flowstatetherapy.ca
Frequently asked questions about our Neurofeedback services
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Neurofeedback therapy is a brain training technique that supports self-regulation of the nervous system. It uses real-time feedback from your brainwaves to encourage more balanced, flexible brain function—helping reduce anxiety, improve focus, stabilize mood, and enhance emotional resilience.
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Neurofeedback is often used to support symptoms related to anxiety, stress, ADHD, mood instability, sleep difficulties, and cognitive performance. It’s also used by individuals seeking peak performance, nervous system regulation, or deeper clarity and focus in daily life.
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Yes. Neurofeedback sessions at Flowstate Therapy are billed under psychotherapy, which is covered by most extended health insurance providers including Sun Life, Canada Life, Blue Cross, and others. We’ll provide receipts you can use for reimbursement.
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Neurofeedback is non-invasive and relaxing. During your session, you’ll sit comfortably while sensors measure your brain’s activity. Feedback is delivered through sound, visuals, or subtle interruptions in music—there’s no electric stimulation or effort required on your part.
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Each person’s brain is unique, so the number of sessions varies. Some people notice changes within a few sessions, while others benefit from a longer series. A typical neurofeedback program includes between 10–20 sessions, with progress reviewed along the way.
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We use the NeurOptimal® Dynamical Neurofeedback system—a cutting-edge, non-linear technology that helps your brain optimize itself. Unlike older protocols that target specific diagnoses, NeurOptimal® works with your brain as a whole, supporting natural self-regulation without pushing or stimulating it.
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Yes. NeurOptimal® neurofeedback is safe, gentle, and non-invasive. There’s no stimulation, medication, or manipulation of your brain—just feedback. It’s used by people of all ages, including children, adults, and older adults, with no known negative side effects.
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Definitely. Neurofeedback works beautifully alongside psychotherapy, mindfulness practices, and medical care. It’s a great tool to regulate your nervous system, which can make talk therapy more effective and help you feel more grounded between sessions.