What the heck is neurofeedback?
Is it science, is it mindfulness or is it your brain watching itself and quietly sorting its life out?

In this episode of Mind Cake, we’re joined by Neurofeedback Scotland founders Suzanne and Helen to unpack what neurofeedback actually is, how it works, and who it might help. Lee also shares his first-hand experience of sitting in the chair with sensors on his head while his brain responds in real time to what’s happening on a screen.

We explore:

• What neurofeedback really is (and what it isn’t)

• How the brain uses real-time feedback to regulate itself

• Why it’s often used for ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma and migraines

• Whether neurofeedback is training the brain or reminding it what it already knows

• How many sessions are typically needed and why consistency matters

• Possible side effects, risks, and how expectations are managed

• Why it feels a bit like real-time meditation with visuals

• Where neurofeedback fits into mental health care over the next decade

We also dip a toe into the slightly more woo-adjacent world of bioresonance therapy (described, with surprising accuracy, as “technological Reiki”), and discuss why some people are drawn to brain-based therapies when talking approaches haven’t quite landed.

No hype. No miracle claims. Just curiosity, lived experience, and an honest conversation about whether neurofeedback could be a useful tool for mental wellbeing.

🎧 Mind Cake is a podcast about mental health, curiosity, and the strange things that sometimes help us feel more regulated.

To find out more, visit NeuroFeedback Scotland

Wrong numbers, witches and an answerphone full of chaos. Happy New Year.

As we step into the New Year, Lee and Paul are back in the cosy confines of Mind Cake Tower, ready to share their thoughts on the festive season and the pressures that come with it. In this lively episode, they discuss the often tedious formality of New Year greetings, the ups and downs of holiday gatherings, and the peculiarities of Scottish traditions. Expect plenty of banter, as well as some candid reflections on mental health amidst the seasonal chaos.

🎙️ Join the duo as they sift through a series of listener messages filled with well-wishes, amusing anecdotes, and a few unexpected surprises. From the whimsical predictions of a friendly green witch to cheeky voicemails from their beloved listeners, this episode is packed with laughs and relatable moments.

💬 What were your New Year highlights? Share with us in the comments!

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you tune in. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more engaging conversations and mental health insights!

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Ever wondered what Christmas traditions and mental health have in common? Well, Lee and Paul are here to unwrap the conversation! In this festive episode, they dive into the real talk about Christmas, the pressure of New Year's resolutions, and... a surprise cameo from Officer Crabtree?! 🤔

🎙️ Expect laughter, mental health insights, and a bit of holiday chaos — because, let’s face it, Christmas can be both wonderful and wild.

💬 What’s your holiday stress-buster? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to like, share, and follow for more fun and mental health talks!

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