Lectures at a Glance
Get a snapshot of all conference lectures. Explore the abstracts to see what our speakers will share and what you can take away.
Dr. Meike Wiedemann
Self-Organization and Self-Regulation:
A Neurophysiological Framework for ILF Neurofeedback
This presentation introduces a neurophysiological perspective on the brain as a self-organizing, self-regulating system. Drawing on principles from dynamical systems theory, neuroplasticity, and feedback-driven pattern formation, it illustrates how neural networks continually reorganize through internal feedback loops rather than external instruction. Examples from natural self-organization highlight the universality of these principles.
The talk further emphasizes the essential role of therapeutic presence, perception, and relationship: neurofeedback is both a technical and relational intervention. Understanding self-organization and arousal regulation provides a coherent theoretical basis for why ILF Neurofeedback can promote functional improvement even when mechanisms are not fully understood.
Roxana Sasu
Neurofeedback and Brain Regulation:
A Network-Based Perspective
Neurofeedback encompasses a wide range of clinical methodologies, each anchored in distinct theoretical frameworks and differing in how individually tailored the intervention can be. This presentation contrasts prescription-based neurofeedback models with the precision-based approach exemplified by Infra-Low Frequency Neurofeedback, also known as the Othmer Method.
By comparing the theoretical foundations, clinical implications, and regulatory targets of these models, this presentation highlights how a precision approach may enable more nuanced and effective neurofeedback interventions than standardized prescription models, particularly for complex and heterogeneous clinical presentations.
Dr. Siegfried Othmer
Forty years of Neurofeedback by way of Endogenous Neuromodulation
Guided by decades of clinical experience, Siegfried takes us on a 40-year journey that led to the discovery of the Optimal Response Frequency (ORF) principle - a paradigm shift that moved the responsibility from clinician to brain, allowing clinicians to observe rather than prescribe. This breakthrough enabled exploration into ever lower target frequencies, beginning with the infra-low frequency range in 2006 and extending further into the ultra-low frequencies of micro-Hz and below.
Through a combination of ILF neurofeedback, synchrony training, and Alpha-Theta protocols, Siegfried has uncovered promising pathways to address the long-term effects of early childhood trauma. A second, often overlooked challenge is cerebral instability, where the ORF principle provides efficient access. This critical topic will be a highlight of the discussion, illuminating new frontiers in mental health treatment and brain optimization.
Ute Bolduan & Thomas Theis
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Despite widespread clinical use, large-scale real-world studies of Infra-Low Frequency (ILF) neurofeedback remain scarce. This presentation will present results from a naturalistic study that examined ILF efficacy across diverse psychiatric diagnoses to test the arousal model's transdiagnostic predictions.
This is the first study examining symptom evolution at high temporal resolution throughout neurofeedback training. This largest naturalistic ILF study provides robust real-world evidence supporting the arousal model: despite distinct symptom profiles, ILF produces equivalent improvements across diagnoses.
Djara E. Hampton
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In this presentation, Djara will share her personal story of recovery through neurofeedback and how that journey continues to shape her clinical work. As a therapist, she integrates neurofeedback with trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices to help clients reduce intrusive thoughts, regulate emotional intensity, and build healthier relationships.
Djara will highlight specific protocols, such as alpha-theta training and synchrony, and demonstrate through case examples how these approaches can facilitate deep healing. By weaving together her own experience with clinical application, she aims to show how neurofeedback is not only a powerful therapeutic intervention but also a transformative path of restoration.
Bojana Knežević
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This lecture presents the most common clinical benefits of neurofeedback in individuals with speech and language disorders, with a particular focus on adults following cerebrovascular incidents (CVI) and children with childhood apraxia of speech.
Since 2017, ILF neurofeedback has been an integral part of the interdisciplinary therapeutic approach at the Institution for the Rehabilitation of Hearing and Speech SUVAG Karlovac. Across all treated cases, positive clinical outcomes were observed, varying according to individual conditions and therapeutic goals. Based on extensive clinical experience, ILF neurofeedback has proven to be a highly effective supportive therapy, and has become an essential component of speech and language therapy and related interventions at the institution.
Veronika Kreitmayr
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This talk explores the application of Neurofeedback in the context of elite sports and peak performance. It highlights key differences between performance-oriented and clinical applications, and discusses the specific challenges encountered when working with elite athletes.
A practical case example will be presented to illustrate how neurofeedback can be integrated into high-performance settings.
Dr. Silvana Markovska-Simoska
& Bojana Boshkovska
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In this presentation, detailed clinical cases from practice are shared, demonstrating the application of QEEG-guided ILF neurofeedback protocols in children with autism and ADHD.
Through these case examples, it will be illustrated how brain mapping informs individualized protocol development, showcase treatment trajectories with pre- and post-intervention QEEG comparisons, and discuss the clinical decision-making process underlying protocol adjustments.
These real-world cases will highlight both successful outcomes and challenging presentations, providing practical insights into implementing brain map-guided neurofeedback in pediatric neurodevelopmental populations.
Kasia McCartney
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Drawing on recent neuroscience research and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) studies, this talk will demonstrate how targeted Neurofeedback can influence brain network connectivity, support self-regulation, and improve functional outcomes. Kasia will explore how modulating specific neural networks can promote recovery in TBI and enhance symptom management in MND, bridging the gap between theory and clinical application.
A case study will be presented involving a client who sustained a traumatic brain injury in a skiing accident. The case illustrates how a network-focused approach can translate into tangible benefits for patients with complex neurological presentations. This session aims to provide clinicians, researchers, and Neurofeedback practitioners with practical insights into applying a network-based perspective to brain regulation.
Dr. Debra W. McClendon
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This presentation introduces a structured, multi-modality clinical model that integrates Infra Low Frequency (ILF) Neurofeedback with Frequency Band Neurofeedback.
This comprehensive model enhances clinical outcomes by layering QEEG/ERP brain mapping, photobiomodulation, tDCS, nutrigenomics, and psychotherapy. The presentation features comparative case studies contrasting symptom-based versus brain-map-driven interventions, showing how tailoring protocols to biomarkers and neuromarkers accelerates recovery across cognitive, emotional, and physical domains. The model emphasizes evidence-based precision, adaptability across populations, and scalability for both private clinics and underserved communities.
Julia Riutzel
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This lecture presents a comparative case study that examines the long-term effects of combined neurotherapy and bioregulation modalities in two clients with severe, chronic conditions - one with multiple psychiatric diagnoses and the other with complex medical diagnoses. Interventions included EEG Infra-Low Frequency (ILF) neurofeedback and Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) biofeedback, supported by heart rate variability (HRV) breathwork, nutritional guidance, and exercise to help maintain therapeutic gains outside the clinical setting.
After more than 100 hours of treatment per client, both demonstrated substantial functional improvements and were able to function appropriately for their cognitive abilities with minimal residual impairment. The findings suggest that, while standard neurotherapy protocols are often short-term, longer-term, multimodal treatment approaches may offer greater efficacy for complex, treatment-resistant cases. The study provides a framework for identifying appropriate candidates and implementing long-term bioregulated care.
Alan Tyl
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This presentation describes a stable shift in the organization of consciousness observed after long-term meditation practice. The focus is on how the sense of self, emotional reactivity and the experience of presence can change in a lasting way - not as a temporary state, but as a new baseline of perception and response. The talk combines first-person phenomenological description with a grounded discussion of regulation, embodiment and the role of the autonomic nervous system. As a possible conceptual frame, the reduction of habitual self-referential processing often associated with the default mode network (DMN) is briefly considered, without claiming a specific mechanistic model.
The presentation also outlines how infra-low frequency neurofeedback can support the stabilization and integration of such changes. The aim is to articulate these transformations in clear, non-metaphysical terms, accessible to both practitioners and clinicians.
Dr. Bernhard Wandernoth
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For many years, the effectiveness of the ILF neurofeedback approach appeared well supported by consistent clinical outcomes, published studies, and feedback from hundreds of clinical settings. Yet one question remains: do the observed effects reflect genuine neurophysiological change, or could they be explained by placebo mechanisms? This question is especially relevant as recent meta-analyses show how difficult it is for neurofeedback interventions to outperform placebo.
In this talk, Bernhard discusses what is required to move from belief to evidence that withstands critical scientific scrutiny. He presents results from an independent fMRI study demonstrating measurable brain changes after a single ILF neurofeedback session and argues that clinical effectiveness depends on the careful design of the entire signal chain. Ultimately, demonstrating effects beyond placebo is framed as both a scientific necessity and an ethical responsibility.
Through a combination of ILF neurofeedback, synchrony training, and Alpha-Theta protocols, Siegfried has uncovered promising pathways to address the long-term effects of early childhood trauma. A second, often overlooked challenge is cerebral instability, where the ORF principle provides efficient access. This critical topic will be a highlight of the discussion, illuminating new frontiers in mental health treatment and brain optimization.
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