Healthy Brain Happy Body

Saul Rosenthal, PhD
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  • Mental Health

The brain and body are deeply connected, and understanding that connection can transform mental and physical health. Healthy Brain, Happy Body is a podcast exploring the science of the brain-body connection, with a focus on biofeedback, neurofeedback, QEEG, and psychophysiology. Hosted by Dr. Saul Rosenthal, a psychologist specializing in brain-body health, this show translates cutting-edge clinical insights into practical understanding. Each episode features experts from diverse fields discussing how biological, psychological, and social factors shape conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, and performance challenges. You’ll learn how approaches like biofeedback, neurofeedback, and integrative psychotherapy can help improve health, resilience, and well-being. Whether you’re a clinician, patient, or simply curious about how your brain works, this podcast offers clear, engaging conversations grounded in real-world application. Produced in collaboration with the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society (NRBS), Healthy Brain, Happy Body takes you inside the three-pound organ with 85 billion neurons that shapes every aspect of your life. ⸻ #biofeedback #neurofeedback #psychophysiology #brainhealth #mentalhealth #chronicpain #ADHD #QEEG #mindbody #NRBS

  1. 2d ago

    Nature as Medicine? Dr. Don Moss on Stress, Resilience, and Health

    Can spending just a few minutes in nature measurably improve your health? In this episode, Dr. Saul Rosenthal talks with Dr. Donald Moss—psychologist, educator, and one of the pioneers of modern biofeedback and applied psychophysiology—as part of our 2026 NRBS Conference interview series. Don discusses the growing research on how contact with nature influences stress, mood, heart rate variability, resilience, and overall health. We explore why modern lifestyles may leave many of us disconnected from environments that support well-being, how “green prescribing” is being incorporated into healthcare in other countries, and practical ways clinicians and individuals can make nature a regular part of everyday life. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a biofeedback practitioner, or simply looking for evidence-based ways to improve your health, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the science—and surprisingly simple practice—of reconnecting with the natural world. This interview previews the 2026 Northeast Region Biofeedback Society Annual Conference, held virtually September 26–27. Learn more at nrbs.org. NRBS 2026 Conference before the early-bird deadline and use code NRBS26INVITE for an additional 10% discount. Contact us at healthybrain@nrbs.org. Subscribe here or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the video versions of our podcasts and Subscribe there as well! This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health. Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care. Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted. #Neurofeedback #Biofeedback #Migraine #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #PIRHEG #HEG #PainManagement #EmotionalPain #Seizures #PrefrontalCortex #PsychologyPodcast #ClinicalPsychology #MindBodyConnection #Neuroscience #Therapists #Counselors #BrainBasedTherapy #NRBS #HealthyBrainHealthyBody

  2. Aug 11

    Adding Infra-Low Frequency Neurofeedback to Your Practice with Dr. Mitch Sadar

    In this episode, Dr. Saul Rosenthal talks with Dr. Mitchell Sadar, psychologist, co-director of Sadar Psychological and Sports Center, and President of the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society, about why more clinicians are incorporating infra-low frequency neurofeedback into their practices. Building on his recent NRBS webinar, Mitch explains how ILF differs from conventional frequency-band neurofeedback, why it represents a different way of thinking about brain training, and how he decides when to use it. Along the way, they discuss the theory behind ILF, its potential calming effects, the challenges of measuring progress, and how clinicians can integrate it with traditional neurofeedback. Mitch believes ILF deserves a place in the neurofeedback toolbox, even as many scientific questions remain unanswered. Whether you’re a neurofeedback practitioner, a healthcare professional interested in brain-based therapies, or simply curious about emerging approaches to self-regulation, this episode offers an accessible introduction to one of the field’s most intriguing developments. Contact us at healthybrain@nrbs.org. Subscribe here or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the video versions of our podcasts and Subscribe there as well! This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health. Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care. Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted. #Neurofeedback #Biofeedback #Migraine #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #PIRHEG #HEG #PainManagement #EmotionalPain #Seizures #PrefrontalCortex #PsychologyPodcast #ClinicalPsychology #MindBodyConnection #Neuroscience #Therapists #Counselors #BrainBasedTherapy #NRBS #HealthyBrainHealthyBody

  3. Aug 4

    Trauma, Neurofeedback, and the Ethics of Clinical Enthusiasm with Dedalus Hyde, PhD

    How should neurofeedback fit into trauma treatment? Should clinicians focus on processing traumatic memories, improving nervous system regulation, or both? And how do we balance excitement about promising clinical outcomes with our ethical responsibility to present treatments realistically? In this episode, Dr. Saul Rosenthal talks with psychologist Dr. Dedalus Hyde, founder of Pacific Neurofeedback and the Bay Area Trauma Center, as part of our 2026 NRBS Conference interview series. Drawing on more than 40 years of clinical experience, Dedalus discusses how neurofeedback has changed his understanding of trauma, why he believes regulation and psychotherapy often work best together, and how clinicians can remain both enthusiastic and ethically grounded when introducing emerging treatments. We also explore clinical decision-making, the importance of research and mentorship, and where he believes neurofeedback is headed over the next two decades. This interview previews the 2026 Northeast Region Biofeedback Society Annual Conference, held virtually September 26–27. Learn more at nrbs.org. NRBS 2026 Conference before the early-bird deadline and use code NRBS26INVITE for an additional 10% discount. Contact us at healthybrain@nrbs.org. Subscribe here or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the video versions of our podcasts and Subscribe there as well! This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health. Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care. Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted. #Neurofeedback #Biofeedback #Migraine #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #PIRHEG #HEG #PainManagement #EmotionalPain #Seizures #PrefrontalCortex #PsychologyPodcast #ClinicalPsychology #MindBodyConnection #Neuroscience #Therapists #Counselors #BrainBasedTherapy #NRBS #HealthyBrainHealthyBody

  4. Jul 28

    NRBS Conference Update

    A Quick Programming Update Thanks for listening to Healthy Brain Happy Body! Our Creativity Series is not over. We're just taking a brief pause. The NRBS Annual Conference is September 26th and 27th. Over the next several weeks, I'll be releasing conversations with many of this year's presenters. The conference features presentations on topics including artificial intelligence in neurofeedback, HRV biofeedback, ethics, compassion, resilience, nature and health, and the future of applied psychophysiology. Whether you’re a clinician, researcher, student, or simply curious about the science of the brain-body connection, I think you’ll find these interviews engaging. Then, beginning in October, we’ll return to Phase Two of the Creativity Series, with conversations featuring comedians, musicians, performers, and other creative people exploring what creativity actually feels like from the inside. Find out more about NRBS Annual Conference and consider attending virtually! Early Bird Registration Discount until August 15, 2026 Use this code for a FURTHER 10% Discount: NRBS26INVITE Thanks again for listening and for being part of the Healthy Brain Happy Body community. I’ll see you next week with our first conference interview, and then we’ll return to the Creativity Series in October. Contact us at healthybrain@nrbs.org. Subscribe here or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the video versions of our podcasts and Subscribe there as well! This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health. Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care. Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted. #Neurofeedback #Biofeedback #Migraine #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #PIRHEG #HEG #PainManagement #EmotionalPain #Seizures #PrefrontalCortex #PsychologyPodcast #ClinicalPsychology #MindBodyConnection #Neuroscience #Therapists #Counselors #BrainBasedTherapy #NRBS #HealthyBrainHealthyBody

  5. Jul 21

    Dr. Jay Wiles: HRV, High Performance, and the Future of Biofeedback

    What do elite athletes, military personnel, and Fortune 100 executives have in common? How can heart rate variability help people perform under pressure? And what does the next generation of biofeedback look like? In this episode, Dr. Saul Rosenthal talks with Dr. Jay Wiles, licensed clinical and performance psychologist and Chief Health and Performance Officer at Ohm Health. Jay recently presented an NRBS webinar, discussing his work with high performers, the psychology behind elite performance, and how biofeedback can move beyond simply measuring physiology to actively improving self-regulation. The conversation explores several emerging topics in applied psychophysiology, including the stability of resonance frequency breathing, the use of HRV coefficient of variation (HRV-CV) as a marker of autonomic nervous system stability, and the strengths and limitations of consumer wearables. Jay also describes the thinking behind the new Ohm biofeedback device and shares practical advice for clinicians who want to improve patient adherence to biofeedback training. Contact us at healthybrain@nrbs.org. Subscribe here or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the video versions of our podcasts and Subscribe there as well! This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health. Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care. Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted. #Neurofeedback #Biofeedback #Migraine #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #PsychologyPodcast #ClinicalPsychology #MindBodyConnection #Neuroscience #Therapists #Counselors #BrainBasedTherapy #NRBS #HealthyBrainHealthyBody #hrv #heartratevariability #hrvbiofeedback #psychophysiology #behavioralmedicine #performancepsychology #nrbs #healthcareeducation #podcast #healthpsychology #healthybrainhappybody

  6. Jun 17

    When Slow Breathing Isn't Enough: More on HRV Training Alternatives with Dr. Fred Shaffer

    Most clinicians think of slow-paced breathing when they think of heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback. But what if breathing isn’t always the best tool? In this episode, Saul Rosenthal talks with Dr. Fred Shaffer delving deeper into the tips for HRV training he describes in his NRBS webinar. Fred explains how slow-paced muscle contraction can improve HRV, discusses the situations in which it may be helpful, and shares some surprising findings from his laboratory. The conversation also explores broader questions about HRV training, including what we know, and still need to learn, about resonance frequency, why some clients struggle with paced breathing, and how clinicians can avoid becoming overly focused on physiological metrics. Along the way, Fred offers a reminder that applies far beyond HRV training: use HRV as a compass, not a scoreboard. Topics include: Slow-paced muscle contraction as an alternative to slow breathingWhen breathing-based HRV training may not be appropriateResonance frequency and the unanswered questions in HRV scienceCommon challenges in HRV biofeedback trainingMeasuring outcomes that matter to clientsWhy clinicians should master the skills they teach Dr. Fred Shaffer is Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Truman State University, former president of the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA), and one of the field’s leading educators in biofeedback and psychophysiology. Contact us at healthybrain@nrbs.org. Subscribe here or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the video versions of our podcasts and Subscribe there as well! This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health. Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care. Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted. #Neurofeedback #Biofeedback #Migraine #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #PIRHEG #HEG #PainManagement #EmotionalPain #Seizures #PrefrontalCortex #PsychologyPodcast #ClinicalPsychology #MindBodyConnection #Neuroscience #Therapists #Counselors #BrainBasedTherapy #NRBS #HealthyBrainHealthyBody

  7. Jun 9

    The Creative State: What We Learned About Creativity, Flow, and Human Potential

    Over the past several months, the Healthy Brain Happy Body Creativity Series has explored creativity through conversations with neuroscientists, musicians, performers, artists, clinicians, and researchers. While these guests came from very different backgrounds, many described remarkably similar experiences: flow, absorption, uncertainty, connection, vulnerability, and the feeling of entering a different state of mind. In this special synthesis episode, Dr. Saul Rosenthal steps back from the individual interviews to examine the themes that emerged across the series. Drawing on conversations with Rex Jung, Alice Flaherty, Simone Lucchini, Barbara Minton, Mari Swingle, Danielle Pinals, Penijean Gracefire, Kimaya Lakamwasam, and others, he explores the idea that creativity may be less a talent that some people possess and more a state that human beings can enter. Topics include: Flow states and altered states of consciousnessCreativity as an embodied experienceImprovisation, uncertainty, and flexibilityEmotional expression and psychological safetyCreativity, connection, and world-buildingThe role of boredom, mind-wandering, and downtimeHow overload, distraction, and exhaustion interfere with creativityWhat creativity can teach us about being human This episode also serves as a transition between the science-focused portion of the Creativity Series and upcoming conversations with artists, performers, writers, comedians, and other creative professionals about their lived experiences of creativity. Guests featured in this episode include: Rex Jung, PhDAlice Flaherty, MDSimone Lucchini, PhDBarbara Minton, MAMari Swingle, PhDDanielle Pinals, LICSWPenijean Gracefire, LMHCKimaya Lakamwasam Contact us at healthybrain@nrbs.org. Subscribe here or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the video versions of our podcasts and Subscribe there as well! This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health. Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care. Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted. #Neurofeedback #Biofeedback #Migraine #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #PIRHEG #HEG #PainManagement #EmotionalPain #Seizures #PrefrontalCortex #PsychologyPodcast #ClinicalPsychology #MindBodyConnection #Neuroscience #Therapists #Counselors #BrainBasedTherapy #NRBS #HealthyBrainHealthyBody #creativity #flowstate #neuroscience #psychology #humanpotential #innovation #improvisation #attention #consciousness #performance #resilience #creativityresearch #cognitiveflexibility #emotionalregulation

  8. Jun 2

    When Technology Hijacks Creativity with Mari Swingle (Part 2)

    In the second part of this conversation, Dr. Mari Swingle and Dr. Saul Rosenthal turn to one of the defining questions of modern life: What happens to creativity in a world dominated by screens? Drawing from her research on excessive technology use and “interactive screen addiction,” Dr. Swingle explains how digital media can “piggyback and hijack” the same brain systems involved in creativity and artistic flow. Topics include: How screen use impacts alpha activity and attentionThe difference between creative flow and technological “hijacking”Why boredom and “blank space” are essential for creativityTechnology, algorithms, and the attention economyCreativity versus consumptionGaming, social media, and the loss of creative driveArtificial intelligence, art, and human originalitySupporting creativity in children and adultsWhy creative expression matters for human well-being Throughout the episode, Dr. Swingle offers both caution and hope, emphasizing the importance of preserving space for human imagination, experimentation, and emotional expression in an increasingly technology-saturated culture. This episode is a thoughtful exploration of creativity not just as artistic production, but as a deeply human process worth protecting. Watch on YouTube Contact us at healthybrain@nrbs.org. Subscribe here or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the video versions of our podcasts and Subscribe there as well! This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health. Learn more about Dr. Saul Rosenthal at advancedbehavioral.care. Our theme music is Catch It by Coma-Media The Healthy Brain Happy Body logo was designed by Alexandra VanDerlyke. Our heartfelt thanks to her and the rest of the team at Collectively Rooted. #Creativity #Neurofeedback #Biofeedback #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #PrefrontalCortex #PsychologyPodcast #ClinicalPsychology #MindBodyConnection #Neuroscience #Therapists #Counselors #BrainBasedTherapy #NRBS #HealthyBrainHealthyBody

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The brain and body are deeply connected, and understanding that connection can transform mental and physical health. Healthy Brain, Happy Body is a podcast exploring the science of the brain-body connection, with a focus on biofeedback, neurofeedback, QEEG, and psychophysiology. Hosted by Dr. Saul Rosenthal, a psychologist specializing in brain-body health, this show translates cutting-edge clinical insights into practical understanding. Each episode features experts from diverse fields discussing how biological, psychological, and social factors shape conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, and performance challenges. You’ll learn how approaches like biofeedback, neurofeedback, and integrative psychotherapy can help improve health, resilience, and well-being. Whether you’re a clinician, patient, or simply curious about how your brain works, this podcast offers clear, engaging conversations grounded in real-world application. Produced in collaboration with the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society (NRBS), Healthy Brain, Happy Body takes you inside the three-pound organ with 85 billion neurons that shapes every aspect of your life. ⸻ #biofeedback #neurofeedback #psychophysiology #brainhealth #mentalhealth #chronicpain #ADHD #QEEG #mindbody #NRBS

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  • Creator
    Saul Rosenthal, PhD
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    111
  • Rating
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    © Copyright 2026 Saul Rosenthal, PhD
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    Healthy Brain Happy Body

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