J.L.
CPT, USAF, RET
“From the initial assessment to the final session, your staff of trainers and administrative personnel showed a refreshing professionalism, punctuality, and positivism. All of this served to create a space where I felt safe letting go of some deeply held tension. The seizures in my hand reminded me of the tense moments of flying my A-10 attack jet during air refueling, weather formation flights, and sketchy surface attack and close air support missions throughout South Korea, Arizona, and Alaska. But, there was clearly a lot more stored tension than just that incurred through my military service. The feedback I received from the BST staff and the BSC equipment has given me clear benchmarks for opening and connecting with a space of rejuvenation, relaxation, and release. Your team at BST and this process of BSC put effective tools for “letting go” into my hands. You offered this experience to me as a veteran service-member, but I must thank you as a human being. I can’t express enough, my gratitude for your hospitality, encouragement, generosity, and attention to detail!”

trained by BST Staff
Brain State Technologies
Scottsdale, AZ

S.R.
Retired Non-Commissioned Officer with 20 Years in the Army

“Upon arriving I was impressed with both the facility and the staff of BST. We were introduced to our trainers and began sessions almost immediately.

One of the first things I noticed was how willing my brain was to being trained. I have had practice in the area of self empowerment and stress reduction techniques before but this was the first time I could see the results by looking at the different brain wave patterns I was producing while setting my intention through visualization and breathing techniques. For the first time I was able to see my brain and my brain was able to see itself. This combination of visual and auditory cues helped me raise and lower different brain wave patterns in different regions of my brain.

For the first few days the only thing I noticed was that I was exhausted from the training. Almost as if I had run or lifted weights. I slept very deeply and felt more at peace with myself as the trainings progressed. I have always had a good sense of balance in my life but this training has taken me to a new level of feeling and understanding the connection between my brain and how my body reacts together. I am looking forward to going home and seeing results in the areas I selected to improve.

One thing is very clear to me. How we perceive ourselves and what we allow to be stored in our brains and bodies effects how we live our lives and what kind of experience we will have.

For me this experience has created a desire in me to master my experiences and not become a victim to them. I am looking forward to helping bring this technology to the Department of Defense, the Department of Veterans affairs and the Nation at large as a way to regain control and recover from adverse life experiences. If you are a combat veteran who wants to regain mastery of your mind and body I encourage you to contact the nearest BST representative in your area. This training is non-invasive and is more like a performance enhancing application to optimize you’re your brain and body.

You will like it.”

trained by BST Staff
Brain State Technologies
Scottsdale, AZ



K.B
Jin Shin Jyutsu Practitioner

“From Eeyore to Tigger

 I didn’t know what to expect when I started the sessions at The Evolutionary Brain.  When I walked in the door I was coming with many issues: depression, chronic pain, stress, a lack of confidence, motivation and direction.  I felt like I had given up on life. I was in constant pain for 2 years following a bad car accident where I was left with a compressed spine and numbness in my elbow and hand. I had to sleep with many pillows to prop myself up so I wouldn’t experience severe pressure in my head and increased numbness in my arm and hand. I suffered from bouts of insomnia. I was dealing with an addiction to sugar. I have Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome which brings a host of symptoms: water retention, weight gain, irregular menstruation (lack of to excess), depression and hormonal imbalances, to name a few.

After my very first session there was a noticeable calmness, I felt good.  After the first day my spine realigned itself and I was standing up straighter. I had a 20% decrease of numbness in my hand and my elbow has full range of motion as does my neck. Something I had not experienced since before the car accident. I slept with only one pillow. I slept soundly to wake up refreshed ready to start the day with clarity and a positive out look on life.

 The following days brought new vitality to my well being. Here is a list of the noticeable improvements.

• I have a stronger sense of smell and taste.
• My vision has improved. My eyes don’t get as blurred from long days.
• I have lost my urge to eat sugar.
• My heart and lungs feel stronger.
• I have full range of motion in my neck and elbow.
• My posture has improved. After my 3rd day I had to readjust my rear view mirror because I was sitting taller. 
• I wake up feeling very refreshed as if I had just walked a few miles.
• My joints feel lubricated. No more aching knees or elbows.
• I have better balance.
• My depression is gone.
• I am more productive. I am motivated to take action.
• I am prioritizing my time and accomplishing my goals.
• I am falling asleep faster and waking up refreshed, ready to start the day.
• I can concentrate with less distractions.
• I can focus and listen better during conversations, my mind isn’t wandering.
• 50% decreased numbness in my hand.
• My family and friends noticed an immediate shift in my posture, attitude and stress level. They say I am calm and that I am the person that they knew me to be a few years ago before more resent traumas in my life.
• I feel the way I did in my early 20’s. (I am now 40) 

I can’t wait to see what will happen in the next month.

 Far and away one of the best investments of my all around health. I have been recommending this to all of my friends. It changed my life beyond words. Read the rest of this entry »

J.H.
Marine

“After just three days of sessions I am feeling a sense of well being that is becoming absent of worry. The frequency of intrusive thoughts are diminishing and I am feeling a sense of hope that I have finally discovered a release valve for my compressed way of being. Holding back a tsunami of pent up energy on a constant and regular basis has consumed a great deal of my energy for my entire life. The marines provided an avenue to channel this energy (much like the Incredible Hulk, you are able to get out of control but deep down, you kind of like it) but when you have to bottle it up upon returning to civilian life it just steals precious moments that you just can’t get back. I have invested over two decades in the personal development field and have learned many valuable coping skills of breathing and reforming my thoughts in order to be in the present moment. However, I have experienced great difficulty maintaining this way of being. I get relaxed and centered and then my driven thought process would distract me. That is up until the last few days of BSC sessions. Thank you for leading this exploration into our human potential.”

trained by BST Staff
Brain State Technologies
Scottsdale, AZ

M.D., 60
Hydrologist

“I am a Vietnam veteran with PSTD. I suffer from depression, substance abuse, and extreme clusters headaches. I had been asking the Veterans Administration for the last 2 to 3 years for other approaches to PSTD than the regular “Talk Group Therapy” and countless psychotropic pharmaceuticals, some of which had left me impotent for over 3 years. Unfortunately, to no avail. I had even over the years tried private counseling, at great personal expense. It was essentially no different, basically the same approach….My sleep patterns were about 12 hour per day, frequent nightmares, slovenly personal care and a lack of energy. No lust for life. And when my cluster headaches were in full swing my attitude would dramatically deteriorate.

I contacted Mr. Art McCullar of NeuroFitness Center and visited him at his office with my fiancé. We were impressed with the company video presentation and I immediately signed up for the next available sequence of sessions. After the third day of sessions I noticed a dramatic change in my sleep. I was only sleeping six to seven hours a night instead of twelve and as an added bonus my problems with impotency decreased dramatically!

My outlook on life has improved considerably and my energy level is phenomenal!  I was on probation for substance abuse. After over 36 years of self-medication and inebriation I am hopeful that returning to a balanced state through BSC can help me avoid drugs and the negative consequences associated with them. My attitude is very positive and I have been drug free for quite some time. I guess I was lucky to be able to visualize peaceful conditions so well.” 

trained by Art & David McCullar
NeuroFitness Center
Farmington Hills, MI

SGT. D. F.
U.S. Army 10th MTN. Div.

“I served two tours as a Squad Leader and combat infantryman in Afghanistan and was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder upon returning home. After two years of intensive group and individual counseling, I was still experiencing many symptoms of the disorder; mainly lack of sleep, irritability and a high level of anxiety. After training with Brain Guidance I am now sleeping better than I ever have, and I am happy to say that my irritability/anger has decreased significantly. The anxiety I previously experienced is now in my control, meaning that I understand my own frustrations and can take effective measures to resolve issues, minimizing stress and anxiety. The best part of this technology is that I never had to mention a thing about my combat experiences as Brain Guidance is not a “talk” solution. I am currently taking a full course load at Syracuse University and maintaining my family life with a great deal of enjoyment and ease. I am truly thankful to Brain Guidance for all the relief this training has brought to me and my family. Thanks Again.”

Trained by Nicolette Bautista & John Henry Parker
Brain Guidance, Sacramento, CA

By Vijendra K. SINGH, Lee GERDES

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Abstract
Brain State Conditioning™ (BSC) is an innovative technology that optimizes brainwaves in real-time to achieve balance and harmony of the human brain. Since the brain function is imbalanced in individuals with psychiatric disorders and neurological diseases, we explored the possibility of using this technology to help people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression. We conducted a pilot study of 8 adult subjects who had symptoms of PTSD, depression and anxiety problems. The severity of symptoms was evaluated by Objective survey and Beck’s inventory for depression and anxiety. After the initial assessment of brain maps, individuals were administered with highly personalized training sessions, for example 4-5 sessions over 4-5 days. After the administration of BSC, we found a consistent decline in Beck’s inventory scores, which implied alleviation of depressive and anxiety tendencies. All subjects in the study responded to BSC technology and showed noticeable improvement in the quality of their lives. Thus we suggest that BSC is a viable approach to brainwave optimization to help people overcome health problems due to PTSD and depression. Read the rest of this entry »

Charity Marcus, Augusta, GA

Brainstate training under the guidance of Thomas Portney accomplishes this shift within the brain and has improved both my sense of calmness, and increased my capacity for organization in ways I thought impossible prior to this process.  Brainstate training has relinquished PTSD symptoms and to my amazement general anxiety has diminished also.  My husband and I have received countless individual blessings due to this miraculous healing method and now we are both witnessing our marriage fulfillment increase as deep joy and renewed intimacy are reborn within our relationship. I truly feel that The Wizard gave me a brain and that new brain opened my heart.  Thank you!

trained by
Thomas Portney, MA, LISW-CP
A Sound Mind

Charity Marcus, Augusta, GA

“Human beings, by changing the inner attitudes of their minds, can change the outer aspects of their lives”-William James. 

“Brainstate training under the guidance of Thomas Portney accomplishes this shift within the brain and has improved both my sense of calmness, and increased my capacity for organization in ways I thought impossible prior to this process.  Brainstate training has relinquished PTSD symptoms and to my amazement general anxiety has diminished also.  My husband and I have received countless individual blessings due to this miraculous healing method and now we are both witnessing our marriage fulfillment increase as deep joy and renewed intimacy are reborn within our relationship. I truly feel that The Wizard gave me a brain and that new brain opened my heart.  Thank you! “

trained by
Thomas Portney, MA, LISW-CP
A Sound Mind