Listen "#213 – Concussion Recovery & Peak Brain Performance with Lisa Cramer"
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If you want to get support directly from us to remove your repetitive self-doubt, join our FREE community: The Sport Is Life Movement - https://www.facebook.com/groups/sportislife Ready to gain the clarity and direction to move forward with purpose, especially when life throws you a curveball? Join the Game Plan training today. https://www.ianhawkinscoaching.com/gameplanmembership Episode Summary: What really happens to the brain after a concussion ? and how can athletes recover fully, not just physically but mentally and emotionally? In this powerful conversation, Ian Hawkins sits down with Lisa Kramer, double board-certified neurofeedback specialist and founder of MindBody Neuro and MBN Sport. With over 26 years in the field, Lisa reveals how cutting-edge tools like EEG brain mapping and neurofeedback are revolutionising recovery from head injuries. Lisa shares eye-opening insights into the link between concussion, aggression, and emotional regulation, and explains how the right brain training can reduce pain, improve sleep, and restore balance. The discussion explores real-life recovery stories, practical prevention steps for athletes, and why a holistic, data-driven approach combining neurofeedback, physical therapy, and nutrition delivers lasting results. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, parent, or anyone passionate about mental performance and wellbeing, this episode will change the way you see concussion recovery, from fear and frustration to possibility and performance. About the Guest: Lisa Cramer, MA, LCPC, BCN, QEEG-DL Owner & Clinical Director, Mind Body Neurotherapy ((Illinois & Colorado) Lisa Cramer is a Board‑Certified Neurofeedback Specialist and QEEG Analyst with over 24 years of clinical experience in mental health. She founded Mind Body Neuro of Illinois (2016) and Mind Body Neuro of Colorado, where she leads interdisciplinary teams to implement evidence‑based neurotherapy protocols for complex neurological and psychological conditions. Areas of Expertise • Functional Neurofeedback & QEEG Analysis: Precision EEG assessments and personalized feedback interventions • Clinical Leadership: Founder and director of two high‑volume group practices • Integrative Mental Health: Combining advanced neurotech with holistic wellness strategies Thought Leadership & Vision Lisa advocates for the integration of EEG‑driven modalities as frontline treatments for: • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Concussion & CTE • Chronic Pain & Inflammatory Conditions • Mood Dysregulation & Cognitive Decline She is committed to global education and standardization, accelerating adoption of neurofeedback, photobiomodulation, and neurostimulation in mainstream mental health care. Signature Presentation Topics 1. Emerging Frontiers in Neurotherapy: Photobiomodulation, Infralow Neurofeedback & Neurostimulation 2. Optimizing Brain Health Without Medication: Strategies for reducing pharmacotherapy reliance 3. Clinical Applications in Concussion & Cognitive Resilience: Protocols for acute and chronic injury recovery Impact & Innovation • Quantifiable Outcomes: Demonstrated 30–50% reduction in symptom severity across PTSD, anxiety, and post‑concussion syndromes • Program Development: Architect of scalable neurotherapy systems now implemented in multiple clinics nationwide Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-cramer-lcpc-bcn-qeegd-l-02304174 Practice Websites: https://www.mbncolorado.com | https://www.mindbodyneuro.com Instagram:...
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