What are Concussions and TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury)?

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) afflicts over one million people annually, impacting their personality as well as the individual’s ability to function intellectually, emotionally, and physically. The damage can have life-altering impacts on the individual as well as those close to them. TBI are defined as injuries to the head that result in damage to the brain. This can occur in many ways but is often a result of car accidents, severe falls, and sports injuries.

Concussions are a type of TBI. They are often referred to or classified as mild TBI because these injuries are usually not immediately life threatening; however, this does not mean symptoms of concussions or their impact on the individual are “mild.” Concussions and their associated symptoms are increasingly recognized as a severe health problem requiring increased attention and interventions.

Neurofeedback for TBI and Concussions

At Chicago Mind Solutions, we employ the latest in neurofeedback technologies to help clients recover from the effects of TBI and concussions. Treatment begins with a comprehensive assessment of TBI/concussion that includes neuropsychological evaluation and Quantitative Electroencephalogram (QEEG) assessment. This helps to determine brain regions impacted and types of brain dysregulation to target in treatment. We offer two different types of neurofeedback treatment to meet the different needs of the individual. This includes neurofeedback training (Brain Avatar) and microcurrent neurofeedback (LENS). Neurofeedback treatment helps to stimulate and encourage the brain to heal itself and improve dysregulation in brain activity associated with the injury.

Using neurofeedback therapy to enhance neuroplasticity, Chicago Mind Solutions’ therapists help clients boost their concentration, decision-making, and emotional regulation in addition to addressing other symptoms such as sleep problems and difficulties with motivation. We have witnessed tremendous success in treating our clients with TBI and concussions. Indeed, many satisfied clients have reported upon conclusion of their personalized neurofeedback treatment that they feel a new lease on life. Please see our video testimonials!

Cognitive Rehabilitation and Psychotherapy for TBI and Concussions

Chicago Mind Solutions has multiple providers who have completed rigorous training and certification as Brian Injury Specialists. Our clinic psychologists offer treatments for TBI and concussions including Cognitive Rehabilitation as well as psychotherapy. Cognitive Rehabilitation neuropsychological treatment that involves working one-on-one with a psychologist to practice cognitive and memory exercises that help to strengthen and regain functioning. Additionally, this intervention helps to learn other strategies to manage and overcome different types of cognitive impairment. Psychotherapy can also be utilized as an adjunct to treatment to help process events relating to the concussion, improve emotion regulation, and facilitate behaviors conducive to recovery.