Conditions We Treat

PTSD & Complex Trauma

Sometimes, when something really scary or hurtful happens, the brain doesn’t forget it the way it should. Instead, it keeps “replaying” the memory, like a movie you don’t want to watch. This is called PTSD, which stands for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Complex trauma happens when someone goes through many hard or scary things over time. It can make the brain feel stuck in “alarm mode,” even when the danger is gone.

At Foster the Mind, support for PTSD and trauma helps the brain feel safe again. Gentle therapies and counseling give people tools to calm their minds, heal from painful memories, and move forward with more peace.

At Foster the Mind, we help children, teens, and adults heal from PTSD and complex trauma. These conditions can make the brain feel stuck in “alarm mode,” causing fear, stress, and painful memories to replay over and over. Our gentle, brain-based therapies and counseling support lasting healing without relying only on medication.

Targeted Brain Therapy for Real, Lasting Relief

At Foster the Mind, we focus on the brain, not just the symptoms. Our gentle therapies help people feel better and live their best, most authentic life.

Understanding PTSD and Complex Trauma

What is PTSD?

PTSD stands for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. It can happen after someone experiences something very scary, violent, or overwhelming. The brain continues to act like the danger is still there, even when it’s not.

What is Complex Trauma?

Complex trauma comes from experiencing many difficult or harmful events over time, often in childhood. This can affect how a person feels about themselves, others, and the world.

Brain-Based Support for PTSD and Trauma

How Our Therapies Help

We use safe, noninvasive therapies like EMDR, Neurofeedback, and Neuromodulation to help the brain process painful memories and create calmer patterns.

A Whole-Person Approach

We combine brain-based therapies with counseling to support both the brain and emotions. This helps clients feel safer, stronger, and more balanced.

Benefits of PTSD & Trauma Therapy

Calmer Thoughts and Emotions

Therapy helps reduce flashbacks, nightmares, and constant worry.

Healing Painful Memories

Gentle therapies allow the brain to “re-file” traumatic memories so they no longer feel overwhelming.

Restoring Confidence and Peace

Clients often notice more hope, resilience, and the ability to move forward with their lives.

Who Can Our PTSD and Trauma Services Help?

Children with Trauma

Helps kids feel safe, calm, and supported after stressful or harmful experiences.

Teens with PTSD or Complex Trauma

Supports teens in building resilience, improving confidence, and managing big emotions.

Adults Healing from Trauma

Helps adults recover from PTSD, childhood trauma, or ongoing stress to restore balance and emotional well-being.

Why Choose Foster the Mind

Safe, Natural Brain-Based Therapies

Our noninvasive, drug-free therapies help clients heal without heavy side effects.

Personalized, Compassionate Care

Every person’s trauma experience is different. We create customized treatment plans that meet each client’s needs and goals.

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.

Ready to get started?

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!

Ready to experience lasting change?

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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