Neurofeedback Therapy & Brain Mapping in San Diego

Drug-free, non-invasive brain training that helps your brain regulate itself — for anxiety, ADHD, sleep, focus, and more. Backed by science, guided by a neuroscientist with 40+ years of clinical experience.

1,500+ research studies • Since 2009 in San Diego • BCIA certified

What We Train

Neurofeedback for the Conditions That Affect Daily Life

A reward-based training system that helps your brain build healthier patterns — no drugs, no pain. Explore the areas our San Diego team helps with most.

Anxiety, PTSD & OCD

Calm an overactive nervous system and build lasting resilience.

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ADHD & Focus

Strengthen attention and self-regulation without medication.

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Concussions & TBI

Support recovery after head injury and lingering symptoms.

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Depression & Bipolar

Address mood at its source in the brain’s electrical activity.

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Sleep & Memory

Train your brain toward deeper rest and sharper recall.

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PTSD & Trauma

Help the brain move out of a chronic fight-or-flight state.

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Our Services

San Diego’s Brain & Wellness Center for Brain Mapping Procedures & Neurofeedback Therapy

As an integrative brain and wellness center in San Diego, we pair two powerful tools into one personalized plan built around your brain.

QEEG Brain Mapping Procedure

Quantitative EEG (QEEG) brain mapping is a procedure that makes a blueprint of your brain’s electrical activity. Sensors on your scalp measure your brain waves to create a detailed baseline — showing how your brain functions at rest and during tasks.

That baseline lets our clinicians pinpoint areas of irregular activity, track changes over time, and tailor training to your brain’s unique patterns.

Neurofeedback Training

Neurofeedback is a workout routine for your brain. Just as lifting weights strengthens muscles, neurofeedback strengthens the neural pathways behind focus, relaxation, and emotional regulation.

With consistent, painless “brain workouts,” you build mental fitness and healthier patterns of electrical activity — no drugs and no current passed into the brain.

The Process

How Does Neurofeedback Therapy Work?

A clear, personalized path from your first consultation to lasting change — here’s what neurofeedback therapy looks like at our San Diego center.

Consultation

We discuss your goals and whether neurofeedback is right for you.

Brain Map

A QEEG maps your brain-wave activity to create your baseline.

Custom Plan

We design training targeting the regions that need regulation.

Train

Real-time feedback rewards healthier patterns, session by session.

Optimize

We re-measure and adjust so gains become stable and lasting.

Why It Works

Why Neurofeedback Works: Your Brain Can Rewire Itself

Neurofeedback taps into neuroplasticity — the brain’s natural ability to reorganize itself by creating new neural networks and strengthening existing connections. It uses the same learning process behind acquiring any new skill.

We strategically place sensors in regions that need regulation, improving connectivity there. Think of it as specialized exercise for the brain: healthier brain fitness helps the mind feel calmer, more stable, and more focused.

Testimonials

Trusted by San Diego Clinicians & Families

Physicians, psychologists, and community leaders across San Diego refer their patients — and their families — to Dr. Kakaiya.

Dr. Kakaiya creates a safe space to learn, become aware, and work through challenges. She is a champion for brain health — lifting others up and helping dissolve the stigma of mental health.

Dr. Kakaiya is a seasoned, ethical clinician. I’m fortunate to refer clients to her, knowing they’ll receive fantastic quality care. Her compassion and professionalism are real strengths.

Dr. K is an excellent therapist and a fierce advocate for her patients. She is my go-to referral source for neurofeedback in the community!

Dr. Kakaiya is warm, intuitive and highly experienced. She meets patients where they are and gently guides them to where they want to be. We are so blessed to have her.

I’ve become a neurofeedback believer, especially for patients with anxiety. It’s safe, effective, and drug free — it has been life-changing in many of my patients.

I was not a believer in neurofeedback until my patients returned remarkably improved under Dr. Kakaiya’s direction. She’s among the best psychotherapists in SD County.

Meet Your Clinician

Dr. Divya Kakaiya, Psychologist & Neuroscientist

Dr. Kakaiya, founder of Healthy Within, has practiced since 1985 and holds a Postdoctoral Master of Science in Psychopharmacology. Healthy Within has offered neurofeedback since 2009 — 15+ years of expertise in this brain-based therapy — grounded in integrative, whole-person care.

FAQ

Neurofeedback Questions, Answered

Choosing neurofeedback is a big step, and it’s completely normal to have questions — about whether it really works, whether it’s safe, and whether it’s worth the investment. Here are caring, clear answers to questions we hear most from our clients.

What is neurofeedback?

Neurofeedback is a non-drug, non-invasive brain training that uses real-time EEG feedback to help your brain learn healthier patterns of electrical activity. Sensors read your brain waves while you watch or listen to feedback, and your brain is gently rewarded for self-regulating — much like exercise strengthens a muscle.

Is neurofeedback safe and non-invasive?

Yes. Neurofeedback is painless and non-invasive. No electrical current is passed into your brain — the sensors only read activity. It’s a drug-free approach suitable for both adults and children.

Does neurofeedback really work?

We understand the hesitation — you want to know it’s worth it. Neurofeedback has been researched since the 1960s, with more than 1,500 published studies, and it relies on neuroplasticity, your brain’s natural ability to form new connections. Many clients report improvements in focus, calm, and sleep, though individual results vary.

How much does neurofeedback cost, and is it covered by insurance?

Cost is one of the most common concerns, and we’re glad to talk it through openly. It depends on your brain map results and the number of sessions recommended. We offer CareCredit financing, and many plans provide partial reimbursement. Contact us for a personalized estimate.

What is QEEG brain mapping?

Quantitative EEG (QEEG) brain mapping places sensors on your scalp to measure brain-wave activity and create a detailed map. It’s a baseline that shows how your brain functions and lets clinicians tailor neurofeedback training to your unique patterns.

Where is Healthy Within located?

We’re at 5405 Morehouse Drive, Suite 230, San Diego, CA 92121, serving the greater San Diego area. Call 858-622-0221 or fill out this form to book a consultation.

Ready to Train Your Brain?

Book a consultation at our San Diego center and find out whether neurofeedback is right for you.

Healthy Within does not diagnose medical conditions. We are a non-medical, non-invasive, drug-free neurofeedback program for adults and children.