
NeuroNoodle Network Podcast: Neurofeedback & Wellness Podcast
Featuring CoHosts: QEEG Legend Jay Gunkelman the man who has read over 500,000 Brain Scans, Dr. Mari Swingle the Author of iMinds and Pete Jansons
NeuroNoodle uses technology to improve the quality of your life. We discuss symptoms such as ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression and the different ways they can be addressed via Neurofeedback, Brain Maps, QEEG, and Talk Therapy
Want to come on the show? Have a topic? Pete@neuronoodle.com
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Mar 18, 2021 • 1h 6min
Jay Gunkelman CSO Brain Science International QEEG Tech Legend "Gunkelmentary"
QEEG Guru Jay Gunkelman has been analyzing QEEGS for over 50 years joins our Neuropsychologists Dr. Laura Jansons and Dr. Skip Hrin
Some epic quotes from "Jay G" re: DSM
"You could burn it and flush it down the toilet and I think you've treated it appropriately"
"It's the false standard to which we are held"
"It doesn't predict anything but your billing"
"Good administrative tool"
Re: Insurance
"They are in the business to deny coverage"
Topics include:
Autism
The Signal In the Noise "Gunkelmentary"
Walter Freeman
"Jay G" suggested to bring on the show next... Santiago Brand and Martijn Arms
Listener Ben P wrote in and asked and we answered:
1. I would love to learn more about methods of transcranial stimulation - or Alpha Stim - or - Len Oaks system- some method that involves actually running current into your body.
2. My primary issues are emotional based which manifest as OCD. I'd really like to hear how neurofeedback helps people, or case studies, deal with and work through emotional-based problems. Can neuro help someone develop the capacity for emotional connection for example?-
Questions? Ideas for Topic or guest? Pete@NeuroNoodle.com

Mar 11, 2021 • 59min
How Neurofeedback can help TMJ and TInnitus with Dave Siever CEO Mind Alive
John S Anderson suggested bringing Dave Siever CEO of Mind Alive on the show as a guest. What a great call! Dave joined our Neuropsychologists Dr. Laura Jansons and Dr. Skip Hrin to chat about how Neurofeedback and Biofeedback can help the symptoms of TMJ and TInnitus.
Topics Discussed:
Types of TMJ
Types of Tinnitus
AVE Audio-Visual Entrainment devices
Dave has many research articles which can be found here
Atlas bone being the culprit in many problems with Concussions
Mind Alive Inc - Webinars – Mind Alive Inc.
TBI
Dave suggested Becky Bassham to come on the show. Rebecca Bassham is a consultant specializing in peak performance, self-regulation, cognitive behavior and improved mental functioning. She is a board-certified neurofeedback counselor and certified in Quantitative EEG (QEEG-T).
Ideas for a guest or topic? Email Pete Jansons pete@neuronoodle.com

Mar 4, 2021 • 59min
Dr. Brian Razzino asks questions on how to add Neurofeedback and Biofeedback to his Practice
Dr. Brian Razzino is a Psychologist and listener of the NeuroNoodle Podcast. He asks Dr. Skp Hrin questions on how he can add Neurofeedback and Biofeedback to his practice.
Dr Brian is also a well-known tiktok artist @Dr.Razzino
Other topics/?'s asked on today's show:
Are Neurofeedback programs all the same?
What is the difference in equipment and software?
ADHD Training in children
Anxiety Training in children
Stens Corporation equipment
Bob Thatchers Applied Neuroscience/Neuroguide
Alpha Stim equipment
Have a suggestion or guest for show? pete@neuronoodle.com

Feb 25, 2021 • 51min
Dr. Richard Gevirtz Distinguished Professor and HRV Trainer with Stens Corporation
Neuropsychologists Dr. Laura Jansons and Dr. Skip Hrin are joined by Dr. Richard Gevirtz who is a Professor of Psychology at the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in San Diego. He is also an HRV Trainer with the Stens Corporation.
On our last episode, John S. Anderson Suggested bringing Dr. Gevirtz on, and what a great call!
Topics Discussed:
What is HRV? When did you start your studies with HRV?
When did you meet Steve Stern at Stens? How did you start training with Stens?
Using HRV “training” for chronic muscle pain, fibromyalgia, and gastrointestinal pain, and trauma
Treating middle school children's anxiety, gastrointestinal disorders and depression can be done in 5-6 sessions and under $1000
Blood Pressure training
Vagus Nerve
Stephen W. Porges The Polyvagal Perspective
Yoga and Breathing
ACT Therapy
Link to Dr Gevirtz Video
KYTO device
Mark Stern HRV Video
Depression, Anxiety, PTSD
POTS
Have an idea for a topic or guest? pete@neuronoodle.com

Feb 18, 2021 • 43min
John S. Anderson from the Minnesota Neuro-Training Institute
What a treat to have John S. Anderson with the Minnesota Neuro-Training Institute join our Neuropsychologists, Dr. Laura Jansons and Dr. Skip Hrin
John is a neurofeedback instructor for the Stens Corporation and also works with Fred Shaffer of Biosource Software developing educational materials for biofeedback, neurofeedback and quantitative EEG.
John has trained Dr. Laura Jansons, Dr. Skip Hrin, and Pete Jansons in Neurofeedback
Some cool John Anderson quotes:
"Working with the brain... this is the cutting edge of science"
"Neurofeedback is a lot like working with a personal trainer for your mind"
"Neurofeedback is training the brain the proper way to function"
for a new practitioner starting out John recommends in order:
1. Take the Stens Biofeedback Course
2. Take the Stens Neurofeedback/QEEG Course
3. When you are done with your "hands-on " training then you can be informed on what equipment is right for you
Other topics:
Neurofeedback training for Covid Brain Fog
Neurofeedback training for inflammation
Why isn't Neurofeedback training being taught in more colleges?
Effects of Covid and isolation
John S. Anderson Biography
MA, LADC, BCB, BCN, QEEG-D
As a student of holistic and traditional healing methods for more than 30 years, John worked to blend this knowledge and experience with the most current research in psychology, neurophysiology and developmental neuro-technology. His goal has been to create a powerful, effective method for change.
He began working with biofeedback and neurofeedback in 1974. His clients have included children and adults with ADHD and other learning problems, chronic pain, addiction disorders and much more. He currently maintains a private practice, provide consulting services for new and existing neurotherapy programs and works as an instructor, training others to become neurotherapy practitioners.
His masters degree is in psychology. But is licensed as an alcohol and drug counselor and certified in biofeedback and neurofeedback by the Biofeedback Certification Institute of America (BCIA).

Feb 11, 2021 • 48min
Sebern Fisher Author of Neurofeedback in the Treatment of Developmental Trauma: Calming the Fear Driven Brain
Sebern Fisher Author of Neurofeedback in the Treatment of Developmental Trauma: Calming the Fear Driven Brain joins our Neuropsychologists Dr. Laura Jansons and Dr. Skip Hrin to discuss how the way you were raised in early childhood (1-5 yrs old) will affect you mentally and physically later in life. Children that had good parenting early in their life will be less likely to have mental or physical issues later in life.
Sebern predicts that because of Covid there will be an 80% increase in the need for special education in schools and that the schools are not prepared for it.
Want to increase the chance of raising a healthy child? Put down the phone and pick up your kid. The rocking affects the cerebellu
Have ideas for a guest? Topic? pete@neuronoodle.com

Feb 5, 2021 • 51min
Stephen Stern owner of the Stens Corporation who provides the best EEG and Neurofeedback Equipment around
Stephen Stern founder of Stens Corporation has been providing top-notch EEG equipment and supplies since 1972
Stephen joins our Neuropsychologists Dr. Laura Jansons and Dr. Skip Hrin to discuss the latest technology available for practitioners whether you are just starting out or a veteran.
Shout outs to EEG Guru Trainers John Anderson, Mary Tracy, and Neuroguides Bob Thatcher
Topics include:
Nexus10
Nexus 32
FDA 510K
Neuroguide
Mind Media
comments? ideas for topics or guests? pete@neuronoodle.com

Jan 29, 2021 • 51min
How to choose a Neurofeedback Practice and Procedural Learning
Neuropsychologists Dr. Laura Jansons and Dr. Skip Hrin discuss topics suggested by our listeners.
How can you evaluate which Neurofeedback practice you should choose?
What is Procedural Learning?
Have Ideas or comments for our show? email pete@neuronoode.com

Jan 21, 2021 • 51min
Using Neurofeedback to train Chronic Pain and Fibromyalgia
Neuropsychologists Dr. Laura Jansons and Dr. Skip Hrin share their combined 50 years of experience with you
Topics covered in this podcast include:
What does fibromyalgia look like on a brain map and how can Neurofeedback alleviate its Symptoms
How can Chronic Pain be treated with Neurofeedback
DSNR
Joe Dispenza
"Focus" by the Urban Monk
MIndfulness
Annie Hopper "Placebo Effect
Dr. Laura can be reached at Jansons.com
Dr. Skip Can be reached at DrSkipHrin.com
Ideas for a topic or questions? Reach out to Pete@neuronoodle.com

Jan 14, 2021 • 52min
Dr. Lori Russell-Chapin Author of Practical Neurocounseling
Author Dr. Lori Russell-Chapin joins Neuropsychologists Dr. Laura Jansons and Dr.Skip Hrin to discuss her latest book Practical Neurocounseling Connecting Brain Functions to real therapy interventions.
Dr. Russell-Chapin Ph.D., LCPC teaches graduate counseling courses at Bradley University and has been in private counseling for almost three decades. Her counseling specialty focuses on brain-based interventions, emphasizing how the brain, behavior, and physiology all work together. She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and is Board Certified in Neurofeedback. Her website is https://www.chapinandrussell.com/
her latest book Practical Neurocounseling: Connecting Brain Functions to Real Therapy Interventions can be found on Amazon here
Today's topics include:
Getting your brain ready for talk therapy with Neurofeedback
ADHD
Polyvagal Theory
DSM 5 vs QEEG, or QEEG with DSM 5
Biofeedback
Anxiety
Depression
Internal/External Locus of Control
Dr. Laura can be found at Jansons.com and Dr Skip at drskiphrin.com
Got questions or Ideas for topics? Email pete@neuronoodle.com