Renewal of the Mind uses the NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback system, a personalized brain fitness tool that supports your central nervous system as it works toward greater balance and resilience. Clients turn to Dynamical Neurofeedback for a wide range of goals — from peak performance and cognitive sharpness to emotional balance and overall brain resilience.
Small sensors are placed on your scalp and ears to gently read your brain's activity — no invasive procedures, no discomfort. During your 33-minute session, simply relax, read, or listen as music plays. Your brain does the rest.You may notice brief pauses in the music throughout the session. These micro-interruptions are a normal part of the process — they occur as your brain receives the feedback it needs to reorganize and recalibrate itself.
NeurOptimal® is 100% non-invasive, so there's no limit to how many sessions you can do. That said, we recommend committing to at least 6 sessions to give your brain the chance to build new patterns — and to give you a real sense of what your "new normal" can feel like.
Every client is different, so every plan is different. We start by getting to know you, your goals, your challenges, and what "performing at your best" actually looks like for you. From there, we build a personalized plan that fits your schedule, your sport or field, and your stage of development.Consistency is key. Just like physical training, mental skills strengthen with repetition. Weekly sessions create the structure needed to practice new skills, reflect on progress, and adjust as you grow.
Whether you're an athlete working toward a competitive edge, a professional navigating high-pressure environments, or someone in between, our coaching meets you where you are. Mental Skills Training is designed for individuals ages 12 and up, giving clients a foundation they can carry with them well beyond their current season or role.
Dr. Alessia McIntosh, Ed.D., is a mental health clinician and mental performance consultant with a doctorate in sport and performance psychology, providing therapy, mental skills training, and neurofeedback. Her clinical work focuses on adolescents, parents, early-stage adults, and athletes navigating life transitions and relational concerns. Alessia's professional interests include performance anxiety, movement-based cognitive challenges, and motivational influences, with her doctoral research focused on factors impacting parental spectator behavior in youth sports. Alessia lives in Northern Virginia with her husband and 4 children.
