005 - Siegried Othmer - The Origins of Neurofeedback Part 1

Brain Collective Podcast - A Revolution In Neurofeedback

Episode 05: The Origins of Neurofeedback with Dr. Siegfried Othmer (Part 1)

In this special two-part episode, we are honoured to be joined by the legendary Dr. Siegfried Othmer, a pioneer in the world of neurofeedback. Dr. Othmer has been at the forefront of developing EEG biofeedback technology since the 1980s, revolutionising how we approach brain health and therapy.

In Part 1, Dr. Othmer shares his deeply personal journey, discussing how his son’s severe behavioural challenges and violent episodes led him and his wife, Sue, to explore neurofeedback as a life-changing solution. From their son's first neurofeedback session in 1985 to the development of cutting-edge technologies that have helped millions worldwide, Dr. Othmer reveals the transformative power of brain training.

This episode dives into:

• The origins of neurofeedback and its early applications
• How brain plasticity has shaped the field
• The incredible advancements in EEG biofeedback over the past 30+ years
• Personal stories of breakthroughs in brain regulation

Join us as we explore the remarkable beginnings of a technique that’s changing lives around the globe.

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