🎙️ Neurofeedback Training, Co-opetition, Alpha Insights & Policy | NeuroNoodle Neurofeedback Podcast

Join guest Joshua Moore (Alternative Behavioral Therapy), Dr. Mari Swingle (author of i-Minds), Anthony Ramos, and host Pete Jansons as they dive into practical neurofeedback training, building thriving clinics, alpha wave insights, and potential field changes from policy shifts.✅ Topic 1 Explained: Neurofeedback Technician Training & Clinic BuildingJoshua Moore shares his intensive shadowing method (2 weeks close supervision each way), use of mannequin heads for practice, and why co-locating multiple providers in one building boosts demand and quality through "co-opetition."✅ Topic 2 Deep Dive: Alpha Waves – The Brain BarometerJay Gunkelman legacy discussion: Alpha as a homeostasis measure, down-training effects (fixes asymmetries, coherence unexpectedly), connections to toxicity (e.g., marijuana, chemical sensitivities), and why it accomplishes broad shifts beyond instructed changes.✅ Topic 3 Insights: Future of Neurofeedback – Quality Control, Mentoring & PolicyGreatest threat is external quality control; volunteering trainings raises the field. Debate on RFK Jr. banning drug ads: Indirect boost via unbiased media coverage? Plus cautions on advertising claims (Neurocore fine).🎯 Joshua Moore's upcoming introductory course/workbook on QEEG phenotypes & neuromarkers💪 Nurses excelling as neurofeedback techs💡 Scope of practice: Neurofeedback helps far more conditions than massage therapy📅 Volunteer trainings & mentoring former employees😴 AI study: Sleep disturbances strongest predictor of future psychiatric issues🖐️ No shortcuts: Emphasis on hands-on, real-head experience over automation💡 Operant vs classical conditioning; single-session results debateKey Moments:0:00 — Welcome and introduction to the show1:05 — Joshua Moore announces upcoming course on phenotypes and neuromarkers2:04 — Taking 15-20 QEEG courses to create the ideal one2:45 — Detailed technician training process (shadowing, supervision)4:00 — Co-opetition: Multiple neurofeedback providers in one building (up to 15!)5:19 — Wide scope of practice in neurofeedback compared to massage therapy6:20 — Biggest threat to practice: Quality control from others in the field8:23 — Nurses as excellent neurofeedback technicians12:31 — Commitment to no shortcuts in training and practice12:51 — Using mannequin heads vs real heads for sensor placement training14:23 — AI study on children's mental health predictors (sleep #1)46:06 — Debate on single-session neurofeedback results46:11 — Operant vs classical conditioning; system signaling47:33 — Alpha waves nicknamed "brain barometer" for homeostasis50:10 — Unexpected broad effects from alpha down-training at PZ51:12 — Disclaimer and discussion on RFK Jr. drug ad ban52:13 — Potential indirect benefits for neurofeedback field54:53 — Neurocore $5M fine for cure claims56:27 — Law of unanticipated consequences in regulation56:56 — Joshua Moore's clinic: Alternative Behavioral Therapy, Vancouver WA57:51 — Dr. Mari Swingle's apps at swinglesonic.com59:38 — Promo: Joshua Moore's QEEG phenotypes workshop teaser✅ Event & App Updates:Dr. Mari Swingle's Apps & Info: https://swinglesonic.comJoshua Moore's Clinic: Alternative Behavioral Therapy (Vancouver, WA)✅ Help us keep the NeuroNoodle Podcast going!Support us on Patreon 👉   / neuronoodle  ✅ Enjoy the show? Like, subscribe, and share—it helps us reach more listeners. Hit the bell icon 🔔 for episode notifications!📅 Join us LIVE every Wednesday at 6 PM CST | 4 PM PST | 7 PM EST for a Q&A on mental health, brain training, and neurofeedback!#neuronoodle #NeurofeedbackPodcast #NeurofeedbackTraining #QEEG #Phenotypes #AlphaTraining #JoshuaMoore #MariSwingle #PeteJansons #BrainHealth #MentalHealth