Protocol development practicum
In-Person Training
Intermediate Neurofeedback Training Course with optional CEs about developing a neurofeedback protocol and a hands-on practicum.
Course will be offered in-person in Boston, MA in English.
Upcoming Dates: June 7 – June 9, 2023

Course Description
The goals of this intermediate neurofeedback course are to provide theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice for effective and ethical neurofeedback training (NTF). Throughout the course, we will focus on a proactive integrated approach to conducting a neurofeedback session, which consists of three major components: developing an individual neurofeedback protocol, conducting proactive NFT sessions, and closely monitoring their effect on the client. The importance of incorporating NFT with other treatment modalities, such as biofeedback, is also discussed.
The course explores factors that can increase effectiveness and reduce side effects. Specifically, the factors include objective assessments (e.g. as mini-maps and qEEG), subjective assessments (e.g. arousal assessment), scope of practice and experiences of the practitioner and other factors (e.g. client goals, medical and mental history).
The course includes examples, case presentations, and hands-on practicum conducting assessments as well as neurofeedback sessions. It is geared towards clinicians with introductory knowledge of NFT who are looking to further deepen their theoretical knowledge and gain more hands-on experience for a more effective treatment.
This Course Includes:
- Developing protocols based on minimap and PDR assessments, arousal assessment, and symptoms.
- Working towards forward toward your BCIA certification: (a) Performing 3 neurofeedback sessions and conducting 1 minimap, as a clinician, for another participant. This will count as 4 client sessions and 2 mentoring hours towards your BCIA requirements. (b) Optional presentation of a case study. This will count as 1 case presentation and an additional 0.5 mentoring hours towards your BCIA requirements.
- Optional 24 CE Credits through R. Cassidy
- Optional individual brain mapping recording and analysis for a discounted cost. Additional information can be found at the end of this document.
Upcoming Dates and Times
Dates: June 7-9, 2023
Time: 8:30am – 5:45pm EDT
Location: Boston, MA
Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown Boston 25 Bond St, Watertown, MA 02472
Languages: English
Costs
The cost for the June 7-9, 2023 course is as follows:
$1070 standard+ / $970 early bird if paid in full by April 24, 2023
(Includes 2.5 BCIA mentoring hours, a $462.50 value)
Discounts:
- 10% discount for past BND training participants*
- 20% discount available if taken with the Neurofeedback & Developmental Trauma course*
- Additional discount pricing available for participants from Latin America*
*only one discount can be applied
Have any questions or want more information?
Email us at info@bostoneurodynamics.com or call (617)-855-9295
Faculty

AINAT ROGEL, PHD, MSW, BCN, LICSW
Co-Founder & Co-Director Boston NeuroDynamics ⋅ she/her ⋅ ainat@bostonneurodynamics.com
Ainat is fluent in English and Hebrew.
Read Ainat's Bio
Ainat is the co-founder and co-director of Boston Neurodynamics, where she practices neurofeedback, performs and analyzes brain mapping (qEEG). In addition to seeing clients, Ainat leads international presentations and trainings, supervises students and conducts evidence-based research. Ainat currently serves on the advisory board of ISNR (International Society of Neurofeedback and Research), where she just completed her term as president. She advocates incorporating neurofeedback and biofeedback as part of therapy and bio-psycho-social system and specializes in PTSD, trauma, developmental trauma, dissociation and the many other diagnoses related to developmental trauma.
Ainat has a PhD in Computer Science and Neurobiology, MSW in social work, a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW), and a BCIA certified neurofeedback (BCN) provider and supervisor. Ainat advocates incorporating neurofeedback and biofeedback as part of therapy in general, and in her practice specifically focuses on developmental trauma. She also believes in fundamental and large-scale research studies. In addition to seeing clients, Ainat leads international presentations and trainings, supervises students and conducts evidence-based research.
Ainat received her Ph.D. in Computer-Science and Neurobiology from The Hebrew University in Jerusalem, Israel, received her MSW from Simmons College in 2014 and her LICSW in 2017. She has worked in brain research at various institutions including Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), the Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging at MGH-Harvard, and Hebrew University in Jerusalem, Israel. Since 2010, she has focused on neurofeedback research and clinical work at the Mental Health Center in Beer-Sheva, Israel and at Ben-Gurion University. Ainat also worked as a clinician and group intake coordinator at Arbour Outpatient Clinic in Jamaica Plain, Boston. She has been on the staff at the Trauma Center at JRI since 2012 as a chief scientist of neurofeedback and a senior affiliate at the neurofeedback clinic. She also trains and supervises NFT clinicians. She coordinated the child Neurofeedback Study and was part of the adult NFT study.
In her free time Ainat enjoys various outdoor activities such as hiking, biking and all types of camping, from backpacking to canoe camping. During the long Boston winters, Ainat likes to read and do origami.

DIANA MARTINEZ, MD, PHD, LMCH, BCN
Co-Founder & Co-Director Boston NeuroDynamics ⋅ she/her ⋅ diana@bostonneurodynamics.com
Diana is fluent in English and Spanish.
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Diana is the co-founder and co-director of Boston NeuroDynamics, where she provides neurofeedback/biofeedback to clients, performs and analyzes brain mappings (qEEG), teaches neurofeedback courses, and supervises clinicians around the world. She is passionate about learning and understanding how the brain works and seeing each person learn to self regulate. Getting to be a part of her clients journey is very rewarding for her.
Diana is a medical doctor with a specialty in Neurorehabilitation. She has 17 years of experience treating patients with severe brain injuries and developmental delays in the United States, Mexico, Spain, Italy, China, Brazil, Colombia and Honduras. She developed, along with other professionals, an integrative intervention to rehabilitated neurological conditions including neurofeedback and other non-invasive brain stimulation techniques. Since 2012, she has been the CEO of Neocemod a Neuromodulation Center in Mexico City and Aguascalientes, Mexico, with experience treating patients with epilepsy, learning disorders, behavioral disorder, mood disorders, sleep disorders, TBI and CP. She has extensive experience in neurophysiology and EEG/qEEG/ERP interpretation.
Diana received her medical degree from University of Aguascalientes, Mexico in 2002. She completed a Fellowship in Neurological Rehabilitation at IAHP of Philadelphia in 2006; an M.Sc in Neurological Rehabilitation in 2009; a Fellowship in Neurophysiology at University Hospital of Cleveland in 2012; and a PhD from De Montfort University of Leicester, U.K. in 2018. She is an international consultant for Neurofeedback professionals and currently she combines clinical work and research. This line of inquiry led her to studying the effects of Neurofeedback in epilepsy for her PhD thesis. She continues to receive invitations to give lectures and workshops for ISNR, BFE, NRBS and SMNB (the Mexican Neurofeedback society) and other international neurological and neurophysiology societies. In 2017, she became the Director of the Neurofeedback Clinic at the Trauma Center at JRI in Boston where she was until 2019 until she co-founded Boston Neurodynamics. She is a certified clinician from the SMART (Stress management and resilience training) program from the Benson-Henry Institute/Massachusetts General Hospital integrative Medicine. Currently she is the secretary of ISNR (International Society of Neuroregulation and Research).
In her free time Diana loves to travel, enjoys art expositions, movies and photography.
Diana is a mother of two and a proud Latino woman who is passionate about promoting the presence of diversity and inclusion in her field.

LEON MORALES-QUEZADA, MD, PHD, BCN
Researcher in Neuroscience at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital; Neuromodulation Consultant and Board Member of Boston NeuroDynamics ⋅ he/his
Leon is fluent in English and Spanish.
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Dr. Leon Morales-Quezada is a physician-scientist with experience in neurocognitive rehabilitation, noninvasive neuromodulation, applied psychophysiology, and technology development for neurological rehabilitation. Dr. Morales-Quezada received his MD degree from Universidad Autonoma de Aguascalientes and completed clinical training in emergency medicine and intensive care. He also completed a fellowship and Masters in Neuropsychology Rehabilitation at Touro College, a PhD in Cognitive Neurosciences from De Montfort University in Leicester UK, and a Master’s in Public Health from Harvard School of Public Health. Dr. Morales-Quezada completed a fellowship in Integrative Medicine from the Harvard-NIH program, at the Division of General Medicine and Primary Care at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) and Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital (SRH), Harvard Medical School. Dr. Morales-Quezada research interests focus on noninvasive neuromodulation, the placebo effect, and technology development applied in rehabilitation and behavioral medicine.
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Course Guide
Background Information: Neurofeedback training (NFT) is a non-pharmaceutical, non-invasive, self-regulation technique in which the individual learns to alter the electrical activity of the brain. NFT can reinforce the desired activity by providing real-time positive feedback. This enables the brain to learn to regulate its activity, which can positively improve cognitive, physical, and emotional functioning.
Developing an individualized and targeted NFT protocol is a major component in the success of the NFT. While a successful protocol will improve the client’s condition, the “wrong” protocol can cause negative side effects. In this course, we will dive deeper into the different components when developing an individualized protocol. Specifically, we will use data from the participants’ brain mappings (if you choose to have this done), as well as research, goals, and our experience, to determine successful protocols. Throughout the three days and multiple neurofeedback sessions, we will track the effectiveness of the protocol and learn how to adjust it if needed.
Another major component of neurofeedback training is when the clinician uses a proactive approach during each session. In this course, we will learn to correlate the brain activities to the mental state of the client and practice using this approach.
Prerequisite: This is an intermediate neurofeedback course. A prerequisite of a BCIA approved 36-hour Introduction to Neurofeedback Didactic Training or equivalent training is required.
Target Audience: Neurofeedback clinicians and technicians (includes Psychologists, Psychoanalysts, Psychiatrists, Social Workers, MFTs, Counselors, Substance Abuse Counselors, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, MD, chiropractic and other degrees in healthcare that have been pre-approved by BND and BCIA)
Brain Mapping: Receiving a brain mapping at Boston NeuroDynamics is optional for an additional cost and can be used to guide the 10 self study sessions needed for BCIA certification. A full brain mapping provides more individualized information about the brain activity than the minimap and arousal assessment we are using in the training.
The brain mapping is a standard qEEG where we will record from both eyes open and eyes closed, analyze the data, and provide you with the results after the training. There is also the option of adding in an EPR recording (the brain’s response to a cognitive stimulation) and full typed report.
The brain mapping options include:
- qEEG only:
- Can be done before, during or after the training
- EEG recording (5 mins eyes open, 5 mins eyes closed) – 1 hour recording,
- Neuroguide analysis and maps
- 30 min review two weeks after the training to discuss the maps and determine an individualized neurofeedback protocol
- Discounted cost: $390 (regular cost is $680)
- qEEG & ERP:
- Must be done before or after the training
- EEG recording (5 mins eyes open, 5 mins eyes closed) and ERP recording – 1.5 hour recording
- 8 questionnaires to fill out
- Full report (includes neuroguide analysis and maps, HBI analysis, VCPT analysis, questionnaire analysis)
- 60 min review two weeks after the training to discuss the maps and determine an individualized neurofeedback protocol
- Discounted cost: $680 (regular cost is $1,240)
If you are traveling, we recommend coming the day before you want to do the brain mapping record. Please let us know if you would like to schedule this ASAP as we anticipate spots filling up quickly.
Certification Information
- BCIA Mentoring Hours: The training will provide you with some of the Biofeedback Certification International Alliances (BCIA) mentoring requirements for those who want to get Board Certified. For more information about the BCIA certification, use the following link: https://www.bcia.org/nf-entry-level
- CE Credits: If you are interested in the optional 24 CE credits through R. Cassidy, you can register here: https://www.academeca.com/CEUReg/SeminarInfo.aspx?seminarId=4705
- *More information about CE credits can be found below
- Evaluations and Certificates are available by email and online following course completion at www.ceuregistration.com
COVID-19 Precautions: We will be in close contact during the training and want everyone to feel safe throughout the training. Depending on the situation in June, additional precautions (such as wearing masks) may be put in place to keep us all safe.
Cancellation Policy: All payments will be fully refunded if the cancellation is made 4 weeks prior to the training, with a $50 processing fee. Cancellations made less than 4 weeks, but more than 5 days before the training can be refunded at 50% or fully credited towards the next workshop. Cancellations made 5 days or fewer before class cannot be refunded or credited. In the situation that you are sick or test positive for COVID-19, you can either (a) defer your tuition to attend the next training and receive a complementary 1 hour mentoring session or (b) be refunded the tuition cost minus the $50 needed to secure the meeting space.
Boston NeuroDynamics reserves the right to cancel. Should it be necessary, we will reschedule the training for a future date. If you would like to defer your tuition to attend the next training you will receive a complementary 1 hour mentoring session, otherwise all payments will be fully refunded. We cannot be held responsible for restricted or non-refundable airfares.
Due to the uncertain nature of in-person trainings since COVID-19, we highly recommend to make refundable / changeable travel arrangements.
Disclosure Statement: There is no conflict of interest or commercial support for this program.
*For questions or concerns, please email us at info@bostonneurodynamics.com or call/text at (617) 855-9295
Learning Objectives
The goals of this course are to:
- Conduct NFB sessions as a clinician, receive NFB sessions (self), conduct and interpret minimap.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to develop individualized neurofeedback protocols.
- Demonstrate the ability to use neurofeedback equipment to successfully perform neurofeedback sessions.
- Design a neurofeedback protocol, determine its effectiveness, and identify any necessary adjustments.
- Explain the importance of a proactive approach and apply it while conducting a neurofeedback session.
- Incorporate neurofeedback with other neuroregulation modalities (such as biofeedback)
Day 1 Objectives:
- Define neurofeedback, its mechanism and uses
- Name 4 assumptions related to neurofeedback
- Identify different artifacts in an EEG recording
- Explain how to convert EEG data from time domain to frequency domain.
- Compare two montages (Laplasian and Linked ears) to view EEG activity and describe the advantages and disadvantages of using each one.
- Analyze a case presentation about a client with ADHD, specifically focusing on these three factors: (a) Intake Process (client’s goals, symptoms, and both subjective and objective assessments). (b) Protocol development. (c) NFB sessions
- List four different types of protocols, describe the advantages, disadvantages, and when to use each one.
- Design your own neurofeedback protocol based on your individualized qEEG, goals, symptoms and protocol type.
- Demonstrate a neurofeedback session with a proactive approach.
- Prepare a client for a neurofeedback session with the necessary safety precautions.
- Conduct the first neurofeedback session using a proactive approach.
- Practice reducing artifacts during a neurofeedback session.
Day 2 Objectives:
- Summarize the different assessments used during the intake process and ongoing neurofeedback sessions.
- Conduct a minimap and PDR.
- List different ways to view the neuroanatomy of the brain.
- Review the different Broadmann areas and describe their functionality related to the 10-20 system
- Identify EEG, neurons contributing to EEG, and EEG mechanisms.
- Name the brain structures that function as EEG generators.
- Analyze a case presentation about a client with developmental delays, specifically focusing on these three factors: (a) Intake Process (client’s goals, symptoms, and both subjective and objective assessments). (b) Protocol development. (c) NFB sessions
- Discuss ways to adjust a neurofeedback protocol.
- Review how to use a proactive approach during a neurofeedback session.
- Adjust a client protocol based on the previous session.
- Practice using manual threshold to prioritize the target brain widths.
- Conduct a second neurofeedback session using a proactive approach.
Day 3 Objectives:
- Explain biofeedback and other neuroregulation techniques.
- Discuss ways to incorporate different treatment modalities with neurofeedback.
- Explain various side effects related to neurofeedback and ways to both track and minimize them.
- Describe the impact of medication on the EEG and in developing neurofeedback protocols.
- Define ERP and discuss its uses as an assessment tool and to develop neurofeedback protocols.
- Analyze a case presentation about a client with trauma, specifically focusing on these three factors: (a) Intake Process (client’s goals, symptoms, and both subjective and objective assessments). (b) Protocol development. (c) NFB sessions
- Prepare and discuss case presentations.
- Practice using various biofeedback sensors as their own treatment modality.
- Integrate different treatment modalities with neurofeedback.
- Conduct a session that incorporates both biofeedback and neurofeedback techniques.
CE Credits (Addendum 2)
Cosponsored by R. Cassidy Seminars, P.O. Box 14473, Santa Rosa, CA 95402
Satisfactory Completion
Participants must have paid tuition fee, signed in and out each day, attended the entire seminar, and completed an evaluation in order to receive a certificate. Failure to sign in or out each day will result in forfeiture of credit for the entire course. No exceptions will be made. Partial credit is not available. Links to Evaluations and Certificates will be emailed and also available following course completion at www.ceuregistration.com
CE Credit Language
Psychologists
NY: R. Cassidy Seminars is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0018. 36 contact hour. Live online.
Social Workers
IL-SWs: Illinois Dept of Professional Regulation, Approved Continuing Education Sponsor, #159.000785. 36 CE hour.
MN: R. Cassidy Seminars is recognized by the Minnesota Board of Social Work, CEP #2281 approval 12/27/22 – 12/27/23. 36 CE hour.
NY: R. Cassidy Seminars is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider (#0006) of continuing education for licensed social workers. This program is approved for 36 contact hour Live online.
OH: Provider approved by the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board for 36 clock hour, #RCST110701
Counselors/Marriage and Family Therapists
IL-MFTs: Illinois Dept of Professional Regulation, Approved Continuing Education Sponsor, #168-000141. 36 hour.
NY-LMHCs: R. Cassidy Seminars is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board of Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0015. 36 contact hour. Live online.
NY-LMFTs: R. Cassidy Seminars is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board of Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists. #MFT-0011. 36 contact hour. Live online.
OH: Provider approved by the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board for 36 clock hour, #RCST110701
TX: Approved CE Sponsor through the Texas State Board of Examiners of Marriage & Family Therapists. Provider #151 36 CE hour.
Creative Arts Therapists
NY: R. Cassidy Seminars is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board of Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed creative arts therapists, #CAT-0005. 36 contact hour. Live online.
Chemical Dependency Counselors
CA: Provider approved by CCAPP, Provider #4N-00-434-0555 for 1vCEH. CCAPP is an ICRC member which has reciprocity with most ICRC member states
TX: Provider approved by the TCBAP Standards Committee, Provider No. 1749-06, 36 hour general. Expires 1/31/24. Complaints about provider or workshop content may be directed to the TCBAP Standards Committee, 1005 Congress Avenue, Ste. 460, Austin, Texas 78701, Fax Number (515) 476-7597.
Educators
TX: R. Cassidy Seminars is an approved provider with the Texas Education Agency CPE# 501456. This course is 36 CE hour.
Nurses
CA: Provider approved by the CA Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CeP15554, for 36 contact hour
Dentists
CA: R. Cassidy Seminars is a provider approved by the Dental Board of California as a registered provider of continuing education. RP# 4874 36 CE hour.
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Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often And while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions Or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling.
How Do I Register?
1. Fill out the registration form
Click in the link below to register for the course. We will only secure your spot once we receive payment.
2. Cost:
$1070 standard+ / $970 early bird if paid in full by April 24, 2023
(Includes 2.5 BCIA mentoring hours, a $462.50 value)
3. Additional discounts
-10% discount for past BND training participants*
-20% discount available if taken with the Trauma training*
-Additional discount pricing available for participants from Latin America*
*only one discount can be applied
4. Payment
We currently accept checks, credit cards, bank/wire transfers and PayPal. After submitting the registration form, there is a link to submit payment.
Your spot will be secure once we receive payment.
Do you have any questions?
Email us at info@bostonneurodynamics.com or call us at (617) 855-9295