Conditions We Treat

Tourette Syndrome & Tics

Tourette Syndrome is something that makes a person’s brain send out signals they can’t always control. These signals cause tics, which are sudden movements or sounds.

A tic might be blinking, shrugging, sniffing, or saying words without meaning to. People with Tourette don’t do these things on purpose — their brain makes it happen, kind of like a sneeze you can’t stop.

With support and neuromodulation therapy, people with Tourette Syndrome can reduced and potentially eliminate their tics and feel more comfortable in school, with friends, and in everyday life.

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 Tourette Syndrome and Tics

At Foster the Mind, we provide safe, brain-based care for children, teens, and adults living with Tourette Syndrome and tic disorders. Our therapies help reduce or potentially eliminate tics, improve focus, and support emotional balance — without relying only on medication.

What is Tourette Syndrome?

Tourette syndrome is a condition where the brain sends signals that cause sudden, repeated movements or sounds called tics. These tics are not done on purpose — they happen automatically, like a sneeze.

What are Tics?

Tics can be motor (like blinking, shrugging, or head jerks) or vocal (like sniffing, throat clearing, or words spoken suddenly). They can be mild or more noticeable, and sometimes get worse with stress or excitement.

Brain-Based Support for Tourette Syndrome

How Our Therapies Help

We use gentle, noninvasive therapies like Neurofeedback, Neuromodulation, and HEG to help the brain find balance. These approaches calm overactive brain patterns and give clients more control.

A Whole-Person Approach

We combine brain therapies with counseling to support emotional well-being, confidence, and coping strategies for school, work, and daily life.

Benefits of Tourette & Tic Disorder Therapy

Reduced Frequency and Intensity of Tics

Brain training helps calm the brain signals that trigger tics.

Better Focus and Learning

Therapy improves concentration, making school and daily tasks easier.

More Confidence and Emotional Balance

Clients feel more in control, less stressed, and more comfortable in social situations.

Who Can Our Tourette Support Help?

Children with Tics or Tourette

Gentle therapies help kids reduce tics, stay focused in school, and feel more confident.

Teens with Tourette Syndrome

Support helps teens manage stress, build self-esteem, and navigate challenges with friends and academics.

Adults with Tourette Syndrome

Therapies help adults manage tics at work, reduce stress, and improve quality of life.

Why Choose Foster the Mind

Safe, Non-Drug Therapy for Tics

Our therapies are noninvasive, comfortable, and drug-free, making them safe for all ages.

Personalized Plans for Every Client

We create tailored treatment plans that meet each person’s unique 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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