Our after-school program is individualized for each child based on their assessment results.
Brain Balance helps children who struggle behaviorally, socially and academically through an integrated, non-medical approach that is customized to meet the needs of each child. Our program consists of sensory-motor skill training, nutritional guidance, academics and confidence building. We have helped over 50,000 children who struggled with:
- Lack of focus, impulsiveness, tantrums, learning chal
08/18/2025
As the new school year gets underway, we wanted to offer a few strategies to help ensure school feels a bit smoother for your child this year.
Follow along to learn more tips for parents and students to prepare for a successful school year!
08/14/2025
With the change of the seasons comes a change in routine. To ease the transition, we recommend a few small changes that can help your child walk into school feeling grounded, connected, confident, and ready to learn! 🍎 🌟
Use the steps above to ensure your child has a successful morning to stay energized and ready for the school day. Check the link here: https://bit.ly/4mqfDOT to learn more!
Is your child constantly moving in class? Falling off their chair? Labeled as distracted or naughty?
Lynn Brittnacher—former teacher of 25 years and now Executive Director at Brain Balance of Wisconsin—says it’s not always a behavior issue. It’s often a mismatch between expectations and development.
When a child’s brain is still in a movement-based phase, asking them to sit and focus for long stretches can feel impossible—not because they’re unwilling, but because they’re not ready yet.
🧠 Brain Balance helps strengthen the foundational brain functions that support focus, attention, and emotional regulation.
Want to understand the difference between developmental and chronological age? Read more on our blog: https://bit.ly/3IVIVq5
08/11/2025
"I honestly don’t know where we’d be without Brain Balance, but I have the utmost confidence that my son will continue to thrive as he grows, and this place played a major role in his development. We love our Brain Balance family!!" Thank you so much, Emily, for sharing your child's story! ❤️
08/08/2025
Can you believe it? Back-to-school season is already here. Changing routines and transitioning into a new season is often difficult, and it’s even more challenging if your child feels anxious about school. By adapting a few of the below steps into your child’s routine, you can minimize these stressful feelings before they go into the new school year!
🧠 Make the change slowly
🧠 Talk to your children about what’s worrying them
🧠 Make sure your child gets a healthy amount of sleep
🧠 Create a “leaving the house” routine
Check out our blog to learn more about how you can ease your child into the school year: https://bit.ly/3Ol7Fsk
Your brain and body? Totally synced. 🧠✨
Dr. G of Brain Balance Norwalk drops some wisdom on how to use that connection to feel better, think clearer, and live healthier.
It doesn’t have to be complicated—just consistent.
How do you care for your brain? 💬👇
Parents, we know you don’t want to nag or micromanage. You want your child to notice what needs to be done and just do it. But when that doesn’t happen—when you ask three times and it’s still not done—it triggers something deeper: fear. In this clip, we chat with Laine Lipsky, Parenting Coach and Founder of Calm Heart Parenting, to unpack where that reaction really comes from. Be sure to follow for more brain-based parenting tools!
08/01/2025
Empathy is more than being kind — it’s the ability to truly understand and connect with how someone else feels. It’s what helps kids form strong relationships, communicate well, and navigate the world with compassion.
If your child is struggling to connect with others, listen deeply, or handle emotions in social situations, click the link here: https://bit.ly/4lyDyLI to learn how empathy develops in the brain and more practical tips to encourage empathy growth. 🧠❤️
07/30/2025
Looking for a refreshing, brain-boosting treat this summer? 🍉✨ Try our watermelon popsicles! Packed with hydration, vitamin C, and natural sweetness—perfect for staying cool and focused.
Ingredients:
2 cups cubed seedless watermelon
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
6 fresh mint leaves
Directions:
1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
2. Pour into popsicle molds and freeze.
3. Enjoy! 😋
At Brain Balance, we combine nutrition with cognitive training for better focus and brain health. Our nutrition team guides families with simple, personalized improvements to your food choices to fit your goals. You'll explore how food affects your brain, development, and performance. Learn more at BrainBalance.com.
Make these tasty treats a part of your diet this summer, and share the recipes with a friend.
Be sure to follow along this summer for more tasty Brain Balance approved treat ideas! ❤️
Cognitive overload isn't age-specific—and neither are brain-based strategies for focus.
In the latest episode of the It’s Your Choice podcast, host Sally Pederson interviews Brain Balance’s Chief Programs Officer, Dr. Rebecca Jackson, on how targeted nutrition and daily routines impact cognitive function—at any age.
In this clip, Dr. Jackson shares how movement activates the brain’s alert centers, helping both kids and adults sharpen attention and calm mental fatigue.
At Brain Balance, we support all ages with tools that connect the brain and body for better performance and emotional regulation.
🔗 Read the full summary and actionable takeaways: https://www.brainbalancecenters.com/blog/why-you-cant-focus-anymore-podcast
Listen to the It's Your Choice Podcast with Sally Pederson on Spotify for more on neurodevelopment and intentional living!
💬 And let us know in the comments: what’s your go-to reset when you feel stuck mentally? We’d love to hear your strategies.
“Imagine a child being told to run a race — but in their lane, there are hurdles every few feet. While others sprint forward, they’re jumping obstacle after obstacle.”
That’s how Isaac Johnson from Brain Balance, Tulsa + OKC, describes what many children with behavioral or learning challenges experience every day.
By the end of the day, they’re not misbehaving — they’re exhausted. And without the right support, the struggle continues. But it doesn’t have to.
At Brain Balance, we help identify which brain systems need more support and begin filling in the gaps — so kids can move through life with more ease and connection.
🌱 Want to learn what support could look like for your child? Follow along for more!
07/23/2025
In an alarming new study released by the CDC, nearly 3 in 5 (57%) U.S. teen girls felt persistently sad or hopeless in 2021-- representing a nearly 60% increase and the highest level reported over the past decade. Furthermore, girls fared worse -- almost double -- than boys across nearly all measures.
Let’s give our daughters the tools to thrive, not just survive, the digital age. Visit the link here:https://bit.ly/3I8LzZa to explore ways to support your child’s mental well-being.
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