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 Annemarie Adams 
 
February 10, 2024
 
 
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Neurofeedback has been an incredible help in reducing anxiety. It's noninvasive and with repetition over time, it tends to stick, bringing a new normal. It's been a godsend.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Kaylee Weddig 
 
December 21, 2023
 
 
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This review is very long overdue, but Cathy was absolutely stunning with my care during my time in Madison! I graduated from UW-Madison with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree in May 2022 and I use to deal with significant situational anxiety while I was in college. I didn’t want to be prescribed medication to manage it, but as I was desperately searching for alternatives, I stumbled upon Madison Brain Center. I contacted Cathy and consulted with her and she spoke to me with immense kindness and knowledge of neurofeedback. I was skeptical at first, but she was reassuring and I am so glad that I did it!! I did therapies with her for 1-2 years and it did absolute wonders on my mental health (and her therapy improved my ability to study and focus for extended periods of time), not to mention I learned valuable coping mechanisms along the way. Since then (though I have been out of Madison for almost 2 years now and haven’t done any neurofeedback since I’ve graduated), my situational anxiety has practically dissipated, and I feel more confident and calm than ever. Additionally, Cathy recommended doing TRE (Trauma Release Exercises, they can also be used to deal with stress and tension) and set me up with Ann Keating (she’s an associate to Madison Brain Center and I believe she sometimes does sessions there. She was awesome!) and that was really helpful! I use those exercises at home and it’s very useful for releasing deep stress and tension that’s held in my body. Now that I’m actively practicing nursing, I have used the methods she taught me to not only manage adapting to new and intense situations (I’m on an IMC Float Pool Team at a Level 1 Trauma center in Minneapolis, so I deal with numerous acute patient cases across numerous specialties), but I’ve taught these methods to my patients as well. Her resourcefulness, generosity, and passion toward treating adults and children alike is immaculate, and it’s something that I have emulated in my nursing practice and in my personal life. Madison, WI is so lucky to have Cathy, her lovely associates, and her amazing center in its community! If anyone is dealing with any sort of trauma, mental or psychological disorder(s), I would highly recommend using neurofeedback and visiting Madison Brain Center. Thank you so much!!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Faith Newton 
 
October 20, 2023
 
 
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Cathy River is a master healer. She is deeply experienced and widely resourced, with a compassionate heart and great sense of humor. I came to Cathy with symptoms resulting from a car accident. Not only did Cathy help resolve the issues I came to her for, through our work together many other areas of my life which needed healing were transformed. Neurofeedback is a profound tool, it helped my concentration, emotional regulation, memory, physical and mental health, and radically improved my relationships. Doing neurofeedback made every other healing modality I'd done for the past 20 years suddenly reap the benefits I'd always been promised. I can now access nervous system regulation, self awareness, and self compassion. My capacity to maintain focus or switch into a focused state are beyond anything I could have imagined. Additionally, even in difficult moments I can access and use my tools. She also worked with my husband, as well as the two of us together, transforming our marriage into to a supportive, collaborative partnership. In addition to personal healing, working with Cathy has allowed me to be a much more productive business owner, writer, and community member. Cathy will tell you that visiting her office is like going to grandma's house, and it's true. With Cathy you are family, and the environment she creates is welcoming to all. I cannot recommend her practice enough. The Madison Brain Center is one of those rare places where healing becomes a reality.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Alison Peterson 
 
July 27, 2023
 
 
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Really helped with my anxiety and panic attacks, as I was navigating chronic illness. Such a pleasant experience. I look forward to all my sessions!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Alayna O. 
 
April 6, 2023
 
 
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I've started to bring my 5-year old who has had some difficulty with emotion regulation while learning difficult tasks. He has had a few sessions and now has more patience  and emotional control when practicing difficult tasks. I look forward to continuing our sessions to see how his learning process improves over time. I also really appreciate Cathy's cultural humility and desire to serve underserved populations. Her genuine desire to provide this transformative service to underserved groups is notable and appreciated.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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March 24, 2023
 
 
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I’ve struggled with dermatillomania (skin picking), anxiety, and depression since I was about 14.  I’ve trialed numerous meds, seen therapists, but never had a consistent solution.  I’m now 20 years old, I’ve been seeing Cathy for a few months now, and have finally seen change.  My hands have healed, and I’ve seen an overall life improvement.  Neurofeedback has brought me peace in a way that I didn’t know was possible.  It truly is amazing.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Beth Boeing 
 
January 21, 2023
 
 
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I thought it was normal! Then, my daughter started asking me why I was talking so slow? Cathy said: it was more like a pause in my speech! Chiropractors and other specialists have asked in the past, if I had ever had a concussion? My answer would always be no, but then I'd have to stop and think, well, it's never been diagnosed! Then... thinking back, I could have really hurt my head when I was about four. I had the brilliant idea to take a tall bicycle down the cement steps in front of my parent's home! It's remarkable now that I think about it, because that could have easily been a fatal fall! I now remember how hard my head hit the cement! I remember the sound. I remember my mother telling me I came in and passed out in her lap! Then she'd tell me at other times, how hard it was to teach me to read! I remember the struggle!! I'm now talking much smoother, quicker, and sharper! Thank you  Cathy for your incredible help at the Madison Brain Center! I'm so grateful. ❤️ You've made such a difference in my life!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Kim M 
 
November 18, 2022
 
 
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Kathy is so caring.  Wants to help in anyway possible in helping retraining the brain. I highly recommend anyone to go see her even kids with ADHD or depression. She wants to help everyone.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Donna Blair Kortsch 
 
July 23, 2022
 
 
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Cathy is so honest and devoted to helping others. She is truly Amazing.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Skarlett 
 
January 10, 2022
 
 
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Voices are gone! I have dealt with voices in my head for years and meds seemed to help somewhat but was never a permanent fix. After going here and seeing Cathy I’m finally able to have a mind free of demonic voices! I also have noticed my anxiety going down significantly as well! My overall quality of life is slowing improving. Cathy is amazing! She is very kind and friendly! So glad I came here!