What is qEEG Brain mapping?

A qEEG brain map enables us to see your unique pattern of neurocognitive strengths and weaknesses - areas of the brain where there is too little or too much activity, and areas that are not coordinating their activity the best they could. Any behavior, symptoms, and chronic emotional pattern can be seen with a qEEG, which can be a validating and objective way for patients to see what could be facilitating their current problem.

We use qEEGs for an initial assessment, to design your neurofeedback training program, and to objectively track progress over your sessions. It involves nothing more than wearing a sensor cap so we can listen to what your brain is doing.

THE PROCESS

Patients will sit in the office while a non-invasive EEG cap records brain activity. The recording usually takes about 30-minutes from putting the cap on to taking the cap off. It causes no pain, has no side effects, and can be done at almost any time of the day. After the session, Dr. Davidson will analyze the results and schedule a time to review her findings and treatment recommendations. The feedback session is usually anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes long and each patient is provided with a report that includes all the information discussed, along with the actual brain maps.

What you should know

Getting Started: All new patients will first complete the initial consultation, a 30-minute preliminary conversation between the patient or parent / guardian and Dr. Heather Davidson. The qEEG brain mapping sessions will be scheduled for the following appointment.

qEEG Brain Mapping: Patients will sit quietly in the office while a non-invasive EEG cap records brain activity. The session typically lasts 30-45 minutes.

About: Dr. Heather Davidson is a Licensed Psychologist and Board Certified Neurofeedback Provider in both New York State and Virginia. She is one of the only providers in NYC to incorporate qEEG brain mapping into all neuropsychological tests to more accurately understand a diagnosis.