Therapy

Hemoencephalography (HEG)

Your brain is kind of like a car engine. To work well, it needs fuel and oxygen, and those things get carried in your blood.

Hemoencephalography (HEG) is a big word that just means: “measuring how much blood is flowing in certain parts of your brain.”

Therapists can use a special headband or sensors on your forehead to see how active your brain is. The more blood that flows there, the harder that part of your brain is working.

Sometimes, people even play games with it! For example, when they focus really hard, the brain gets more blood, and the game character moves or wins points. It’s a way to train your brain like a muscle — helping you focus better, stay calmer, or feel less stressed.

Whole-Person Healing, Rooted in Hope

At Foster the Mind, we use the most advanced, non-invasive tools available to gently recalibrate brain function and unlock healing. Each therapy is carefully chosen and customized to meet the unique needs of every patient and family we serve.

Understanding Hemoencephalography

What is HEG?

Hemoencephalography (HEG) therapy is a powerful, non-invasive neurofeedback approach designed to improve brain function by increasing blood flow and oxygenation in key areas of the brain. By training your brain to self-regulate, HEG therapy offers lasting improvements in focus, mood, and overall mental wellness.

How Does HEG Work?

During HEG therapy, clients may watch a video, play a game, or see a screen that responds to their brain activity. When the brain increases blood flow in healthy ways, the game or video improves. This teaches the brain to stay more focused and balanced, just like practicing a sport or instrument.

Benefits of HEG Therapy

Improved Focus and Attention

HEG helps strengthen the brain’s ability to stay on task, making it especially helpful for ADHD.

Calmer Emotions and Better Stress Control

By restoring balance to underactive brain regions, HEG therapy can promote more stable moods and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Noninvasive and Comfortable

HEG does not hurt, is safe for kids and adults, and can even feel fun during training sessions.

Who Can HEG Help?

HEG for Kids

HEG helps strengthen the brain’s ability to stay on task, making it especially helpful for ADHD.

HEG for Teens

Teens dealing with ADHD, TBI, trauma or anxiety often find relief and confidence through HEG .

HEG for Adults

Adults use HEG to heal from past trauma, improve cognition, TBI, manage stress, and build resilience.

Why Choose Foster the Mind for HEG Therapy

Brain-First Approach

We use HEG as part of a personalized care plan that addresses the root of mental health challenges.

Proven, Gentle Brain Training

We use HEG as part of a personalized care plan that addresses the root of mental health challenges.

Types of Therapies & Treatments

Quantitative EEG (Brain Mapping)

Neurofeedback Therapy

Neuromodulation (Neurostimulation)

Interactive Metronome™ 

Therapy and Counseling

EMDR

Photobiomodulation – Infrared

Hemoencephalography (HEG)

Proven Change, One Family at a Time

"I wholeheartedly believe that Bryan and Foster the Mind are the primary reasons for my son’s transformation and success."

"The changes in our family have been dramatic... I feel like a better parent and a better version of myself."

"I can honestly say my life is better than ever and I feel hopeful about the future."

Simple 3 Step Process

Step 1:

Book a Consultation

We’ll listen, understand your needs, and schedule a brain map to uncover what’s really going on.

Step 2:

Receive Treatment

Using non-invasive, science-backed therapies, we target the root cause, not just the symptoms, so healing can begin.

Step 3:

Experience Lasting Change

Regain focus, calm, and confidence. With lasting changes in the brain, families move from surviving to truly living.

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Meet our Founder

Bryan Butler

Bryan Butler, founder of Foster the Mind discovered the power of neuromodulation therapy after decades of  depression, anxiety, and psychiatric misdiagnoses​ from childhood abuse that left him overmedicated, hopeless, and frequently suicidal. His journey of treatment through neurofeedback and then neuromodulation created a profound transformation. After a final suicide attempt he discovered neurofeedback.

Seeing the difference that modern and effective treatment can make for challenging cases led Bryan to found a nonprofit with the goal of restoring hope for traumatized children in the foster care system and beyond. 

Today, in addition to working with patients, Bryan is a way shower in the mental health community offering insights and practical modalities to resolve the root causes of mental dysfunction and suffering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the same as TMS?

No, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) uses a much higher level of electrical stimulation. In our experience, TMS treatment may be more expensive than our approach, is typically not EEG-guided for each patient and doesn't include counseling or talk therapy. We find our gentler, highly targeted and individualized treatment based on brain mapping to be more effective.

How is your brain training different from neurofeedback?

Traditional neurofeedback requires patients to be very still and concentrate intensely for long periods of time. Even blinking can set back progress. Most patients find it frustrating and may end treatment before seeing any results. This treatment modality is especially difficult for children. In contrast, our neurostimulation therapy requires no effort or concentration. It does most of the work for you.

How long is each session?

Treatment sessions last for an hour (including setup time).

How often are treatments done?

Patients are typically treated 2–3 times per week and the schedule may be adjusted as progress unfolds. More frequent treatment is sometimes recommended for out of town patients or traumatic brain injury patients to offer greater improvement in a shorter time frame.

How many sessions will it take to see results?

Most patients begin experiencing changes within a few sessions. Because every brain is different, we don’t know up front the total number of treatments to reach the desired outcome. We do work with patients for as long as needed to achieve relief and are known for taking on and resolving challenging cases.

How much does treatment cost?

Treatment sessions at the clinic are $250. In-home sessions are billed at a higher rate.

Does insurance cover neuromodulation therapy?

At this time, we are not aware of any insurance plans that cover our treatments. You do have the option of using your HSA (Health Savings Account) to pay for treatment with pretax dollars. We look forward to the day when this proven therapy is covered by insurance!

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Our Operational Model

Foster the Mind is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to making the world a safe and joyful place for every mind. We work with private pay patients to sustain our clinical practice. We accept support from donors and sponsors to provide free or low-cost treatment to foster children and other underserved populations.

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