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What is Biofeedback?
Discover evidence-based biofeedback with Chicago’s leading in-person specialists in the Loop.
Biofeedback is a science-backed, mind–body therapy that helps you gain greater awareness and control over your body’s physiological responses, such as heart rate, muscle tension, and breathing. With real-time feedback and expert, in-person guidance, you can learn to manage anxiety, chronic pain, and stress for lasting relief.
How Does Biofeedback Work?
Biofeedback In a Nutshell
Biofeedback devices are everywhere. You probably have one or two in your home. Do you have a thermometer, a mirror, or a bathroom scale? Then you have a biofeedback device. Biofeedback is just feedback about some aspect of your physical body, but with a closer look at your physiology to help you learn to relax, and take charge of your symptoms.
Biofeedback Machines
Biofeedback machines that are used in psychology measure a number of areas of human physiology. These can include surface muscle tension, nervous systems activity, brainwave and heart rate.
These devices are used to give you more awareness of your body's reaction to relaxation exercises and mind/body techniques (such as hypnosis). This feedback allows you to better understand and learn more control of your physical response to stress or pain.
Biofeedback at Chicago Psych Services
We currently offer a full range of biofeedback therapy sensors, including surface EMG, galvanic skin response, temperature, respiration, and heart rate variability.
Biofeedback can assist with the management of chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. It can help you to gain better understanding of your body's responses to stress, gain more control over your mind and body, and provide relief.
Who Can Benefit from In-Person Biofeedback?
Biofeedback may help if you experience:
- Anxiety, stress, or panic attacks
- Chronic pain, migraines, or tension headaches
- Insomnia or sleep difficulties
- High blood pressure or digestive concerns
- Performance anxiety (work, school, creative fields)
- Trauma-related symptoms or mind–body challenges
We specialize in supporting adults, professionals, caregivers, and those managing chronic illness—always with a personal, individualized approach.
Why Choose Chicago Psychology Services?
- In-Person Expertise: All biofeedback sessions are conducted face-to-face by licensed psychologists at our downtown Chicago office.
- Clinician-Owned & Led: Direct care from experienced, compassionate psychologists—not a corporate chain.
- Integrated Mind–Body Approach: We combine biofeedback with evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness.
- Insurance-Friendly: We accept BCBS PPO, Aetna, Cigna, United/Optum, Medicare, Medicaid, and offer sliding scale fees.
- Convenient Loop Location: Easily accessible for clients throughout Chicago’s Loop, River North, Streeterville, and nearby neighborhoods.
- Multicultural & Multilingual Care: Services available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
What to Expect from Your Biofeedback Session
- Initial Consultation: Meet with your psychologist to discuss your goals and determine if biofeedback is right for you.
- Personalized Plan: Receive a tailored mind–body treatment plan based on your needs.
- Session Structure: Most clients attend 4–6 weekly, in-person sessions (about 60 minutes each), learning practical skills for real-world change.
- Hands-On Guidance: All sessions are conducted in our Chicago Loop office for optimal results—no telehealth or remote options.