Healthy Brain Happy Body

What happens when a psychologist who helps performers manage anxiety decides to step onto the stage herself?

In this episode of Healthy Brain Happy Body, Saul talks with psychologist and cabaret singer Pamela Enders, PhD, about performance, creativity, vulnerability, and discovering new creative possibilities later in life.

Pamela once dreamed of becoming a Broadway performer but instead pursued a career in psychology. Known for working with performers, at age 50 she returned to singing, eventually performing cabaret in the Boston area.

Pamela and Saul discuss the physiology of performance anxiety, psychological preparation and rehearsal, visualization and cue words, and how performers can learn from the occasions when things don't go as planned. They also explore the creative process itself: how lived experience changes artistic expression, the intimate relationship between performer and audience, and the ways creativity can allow us to discover and express different parts of ourselves.

The clip from The Right to Love used with permission

About Pamela: Pamela Enders, PhD is a psychologist, peak performance coach, and public speaking expert in the Boston area. She is also a cabaret singer, who can be seen at Boston’s South End Club Café.

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What happens after the conference ends?

Dr. Saul Rosenthal sits down again with Angelika Sadar, Executive Director of the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society (NRBS), for a short post-conference conversation about the 2026 NRBS Annual Conference.

Angelika reflects on a program that ranged from artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to mindfulness, nature, ethics, and clinical practice. They also talk about the challenge of building a genuine professional community in a virtual environment, and about one of the strengths of this year's conference: bringing together established leaders in biofeedback and neurofeedback with newer voices who bring different experiences and perspectives to the field.

Finally, Angelika offers a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into planning an NRBS conference and considers what may come next, including greater attention to wearables, a possible NRBS book club, case discussions, sponsor webinars, and continuing efforts to bring fresh voices into the field.

Learn more about NRBS, conference recordings, upcoming webinars, training opportunities, and membership at NRBS.org.

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In this episode, Dr. Saul Rosenthal talks with Dr. Tom Collura and Bill Brubaker about emerging ways of thinking about QEEG and neurofeedback. They introduce Brain Oscillatory Tensegrity, a framework that draws on cybernetics, complexity science, architecture, and neuroscience to understand how brain rhythms may work together to support resilience and adaptability.

The conversation explores the difference between stability and rigidity, the importance of helping the brain respond flexibly and appropriately to changing demands, and how chronic pain may illustrate these principles. Tom and Bill also discuss the growing role of artificial intelligence in QEEG, emphasizing AI as a tool for identifying patterns and developing ideas rather than a substitute for human judgment.

Along the way, they consider how newer approaches involving networks, connectivity, entropy, criticality, and phase may build upon rather than replace traditional neurofeedback protocols.

Tom Collura and Bill Brubaker will present “Advancements in QEEG and Neurofeedback Using AI and Brain Oscillatory Tensegrity” at the 2026 Northeast Region Biofeedback Society Annual Conference, held virtually September 26–27.

Go to NRBS 2026 Conference for more information and to register. Be sure to use the code NRBS26INVITE for a

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This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health.

Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care.

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The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted.

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What makes a professional conference more than just a collection of presentations?

In this episode, Dr. Saul Rosenthal talks with Angelika Sadar, Executive Director of the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society (NRBS), for a behind-the-scenes look at the 2026 Annual Conference.

Angelika discusses how this year's program brings together experienced leaders and emerging voices in biofeedback and neurofeedback, the importance of networking and mentorship, and why NRBS continues to focus on practical clinical applications, accessibility, and community. She also shares some of the new initiatives the organization is developing—including scholarships, expanded outreach, and efforts to better serve underserved communities.

Whether you're a seasoned clinician or considering your first NRBS conference, this episode offers a preview of what to expect and why connecting with colleagues remains one of the most valuable parts of professional growth.

The 2026 Northeast Region Biofeedback Society Annual Conference will be held virtually September 26–27.

Go to NRBS 2026 Conference for more information and to register. Be sure to use the code NRBS26INVITE for a 10% discount.

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This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health.

Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care.

Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media

The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted.

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What would mental healthcare look like if we focused less on diagnostic categories and more on understanding how an individual’s brain is functioning?

Jeffrey Schutz, MA, LMFT, BCN, joins Dr. Saul Rosenthal to discuss what he sees as a shift toward brain-based mental healthcare. They explore how neurofeedback and QEEG can change the way clinicians think about assessment, symptoms, and treatment planning, while also considering the limitations of EEG data and the risks of overinterpretation.

Jeff and Saul also discuss the importance of clinical judgment in an era of increasingly automated and AI-driven neurofeedback systems, what Jeff has learned from building a large multidisciplinary neurofeedback practice, and the challenges of making neurofeedback affordable and accessible through insurance.

Jeffrey Schutz is the founder and executive director of The Neurovation Center in Connecticut, author of Launching Your Career in Neurofeedback: The Definitive Guidebook, and President-Elect of the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society.

Jeff will present “Pioneering the Brain-Based Frontier: Innovative Strategies for Integrating Neurofeedback into a Mental Health Setting” at the 2026 NRBS Annual Conference.

This interview previews the 2026 Northeast Region Biofeedback Society Annual Conference, held virtually September 26–27. Go to NRBS 2026 Conference before the early-bird deadline and use code NRBS26INVITE for an additional 10% discount.

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This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health.

Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care.

Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media

The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted.

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Can spending just a few minutes in nature measurably improve your health?

In this episode, Dr. Saul Rosenthal talks with Dr. Donald Moss—psychologist, educator, and one of the pioneers of modern biofeedback and applied psychophysiology—as part of our 2026 NRBS Conference interview series.

Don discusses the growing research on how contact with nature influences stress, mood, heart rate variability, resilience, and overall health. We explore why modern lifestyles may leave many of us disconnected from environments that support well-being, how “green prescribing” is being incorporated into healthcare in other countries, and practical ways clinicians and individuals can make nature a regular part of everyday life.

Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a biofeedback practitioner, or simply looking for evidence-based ways to improve your health, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the science—and surprisingly simple practice—of reconnecting with the natural world.

This interview previews the 2026 Northeast Region Biofeedback Society Annual Conference, held virtually September 26–27. Learn more at nrbs.org. NRBS 2026 Conference before the early-bird deadline and use code NRBS26INVITE for an additional 10% discount.

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This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health.

Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care.

Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media

The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted.

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In this episode, Dr. Saul Rosenthal talks with Dr. Mitchell Sadar, psychologist, co-director of Sadar Psychological and Sports Center, and President of the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society, about why more clinicians are incorporating infra-low frequency neurofeedback into their practices. Building on his recent NRBS webinar, Mitch explains how ILF differs from conventional frequency-band neurofeedback, why it represents a different way of thinking about brain training, and how he decides when to use it.

Along the way, they discuss the theory behind ILF, its potential calming effects, the challenges of measuring progress, and how clinicians can integrate it with traditional neurofeedback. Mitch believes ILF deserves a place in the neurofeedback toolbox, even as many scientific questions remain unanswered.

Whether you’re a neurofeedback practitioner, a healthcare professional interested in brain-based therapies, or simply curious about emerging approaches to self-regulation, this episode offers an accessible introduction to one of the field’s most intriguing developments.

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The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted.

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How should neurofeedback fit into trauma treatment? Should clinicians focus on processing traumatic memories, improving nervous system regulation, or both? And how do we balance excitement about promising clinical outcomes with our ethical responsibility to present treatments realistically?

In this episode, Dr. Saul Rosenthal talks with psychologist Dr. Dedalus Hyde, founder of Pacific Neurofeedback and the Bay Area Trauma Center, as part of our 2026 NRBS Conference interview series.

Drawing on more than 40 years of clinical experience, Dedalus discusses how neurofeedback has changed his understanding of trauma, why he believes regulation and psychotherapy often work best together, and how clinicians can remain both enthusiastic and ethically grounded when introducing emerging treatments.

We also explore clinical decision-making, the importance of research and mentorship, and where he believes neurofeedback is headed over the next two decades.

This interview previews the 2026 Northeast Region Biofeedback Society Annual Conference, held virtually September 26–27. Learn more at nrbs.org. NRBS 2026 Conference before the early-bird deadline and use code NRBS26INVITE for an additional 10% discount.

Contact us at [email protected].

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This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health.

Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care.

Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media

The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted.

#Neurofeedback #Biofeedback #Migraine #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #PIRHEG #HEG #PainManagement #EmotionalPain #Seizures #PrefrontalCortex #PsychologyPodcast #ClinicalPsychology #MindBodyConnection #Neuroscience #Therapists #Counselors #BrainBasedTherapy #NRBS #HealthyBrainHealthyBody

A Quick Programming Update

Thanks for listening to Healthy Brain Happy Body!

Our Creativity Series is not over. We're just taking a brief pause.

The NRBS Annual Conference is September 26th and 27th. Over the next several weeks, I'll be releasing conversations with many of this year's presenters. The conference features presentations on topics including artificial intelligence in neurofeedback, HRV biofeedback, ethics, compassion, resilience, nature and health, and the future of applied psychophysiology.

Whether you’re a clinician, researcher, student, or simply curious about the science of the brain-body connection, I think you’ll find these interviews engaging.

Then, beginning in October, we’ll return to Phase Two of the Creativity Series, with conversations featuring comedians, musicians, performers, and other creative people exploring what creativity actually feels like from the inside.

Find out more about NRBS Annual Conference and consider attending virtually!

Early Bird Registration Discount until August 15, 2026

Use this code for a FURTHER 10% Discount: NRBS26INVITE

Thanks again for listening and for being part of the Healthy Brain Happy Body community. I’ll see you next week with our first conference interview, and then we’ll return to the Creativity Series in October.

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This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health.

Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care.

Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media

The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted.

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What do elite athletes, military personnel, and Fortune 100 executives have in common? How can heart rate variability help people perform under pressure? And what does the next generation of biofeedback look like?

In this episode, Dr. Saul Rosenthal talks with Dr. Jay Wiles, licensed clinical and performance psychologist and Chief Health and Performance Officer at Ohm Health. Jay recently presented an NRBS webinar, discussing his work with high performers, the psychology behind elite performance, and how biofeedback can move beyond simply measuring physiology to actively improving self-regulation.

The conversation explores several emerging topics in applied psychophysiology, including the stability of resonance frequency breathing, the use of HRV coefficient of variation (HRV-CV) as a marker of autonomic nervous system stability, and the strengths and limitations of consumer wearables. Jay also describes the thinking behind the new Ohm biofeedback device and shares practical advice for clinicians who want to improve patient adherence to biofeedback training.

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This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health.

Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care.

Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media

The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted.

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