Cognitive Assessments
Cognitive Evaluation & Brain Mapping
At Minds Matter, your journey begins with a comprehensive look at how your brain is functioning. We combine three powerful tools for a personalized snapshot of your brain health. Together they reveal how you think, focus, communicate, and process information—and what we can do to help you improve.
Detailed Assessment of Medical History
We begin with a detailed assessment to gather your medical history, current concerns, and day-to-day cognitive challenges. This helps us understand your unique brain health story from the start. It is helpful for you to bring your current list of medical diagnoses and current medication list.
Cognitive-Communication Assessment
In-office we assess how well you think, process, and communicate. This includes memory, attention, problem-solving, and language skills. This gives us a clear understanding of how you’re thinking and communicating—and where support may be needed.
qEEG Brain Mapping (Quantitative Electroencephalogram)
This non-invasive, science-backed scan measures your brain’s electrical activity. Often called “brain mapping,” it shows how different areas of your brain are functioning in real time. Think of it like an X-ray for your brainwaves—it helps us pinpoint areas of strength and imbalance so we can tailor therapy more precisely to your needs.
We also gather ECG data to see how your heart and nervous system are working with your brain during cognitive tasks, helping us understand your full picture.
What to Expect During Your Brain Mapping
The process takes about 60 minutes from start to finish. Here’s what happens:
- We’ll begin with a short questionnaire and collect your background information.
- You’ll wear a soft cap with 19 sensors, each filled with a water-based gel.
- You’ll sit quietly while we record your brain’s electrical activity during simple tasks.
- That’s it—no pain, no stress. Just real data, straight from your brain.
- Heads up: your hair will get a little messy—bring a hat for afterward!
Before Your Brain Mapping Appointment
To get the most accurate results, please:
- Choose a time when you’re well-rested and alert
- Wash your hair the night before or morning of the appointment—no conditioner or hair products
- Avoid alcohol and limit caffeine for 24 hours before
- Avoid THC use for 3 days prior
- Bring a list of current medications
- Plan to turn off your phone during the mapping
What’s Next
About a week after your cognitive assessments and brain mapping, we’ll schedule a follow-up appointment to walk through your results and personalized brain health roadmap.
We encourage you to bring a loved one, as we’ll cover a lot of valuable information. You’ll leave with a printout of your brain map visuals, personalized recommendations, and a clear, practical plan for moving forward.
Want to learn more or schedule your assessment?
Give us a call—we’re happy to answer your questions and help you take the next step.
Why a qEEG Brain Mapping is so Important
Brain mapping helps us move beyond guesswork. It validates your concerns and shows exactly how your brain is functioning—offering real insight into the struggles you’re experiencing. Whether you’re recovering from injury, managing brain fog, or working to reduce your risk of dementia, this evaluation helps us tailor your therapy plan to fit your brain, your needs, and your future.
While qEEG brain mapping is optional, we highly recommend it. The added insight allows us to match treatment strategies more directly to how your brain works—leading to faster, deeper progress.
Who Can Benefit from QEEG Brain Mapping?
QEEG has proven effective in identifying and managing a wide range of neurological and psychological conditions:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) – QEEG can distinguish ADHD subtypes, enabling more targeted treatment.
- Anxiety and Depression – Identifies dysregulated alpha and beta waves, guiding non-invasive treatments like neurofeedback.
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Concussions – Reveals areas of disrupted connectivity and slow wave activity, crucial for rehabilitation planning.
- Cognitive Decline and Dementia – Helps in early detection by identifying abnormal patterns in delta and theta waves.
- Brain Fog – Often seen in conditions like Lyme disease, COVID-19, and chronic fatigue syndrome, QEEG identifies patterns associated with cognitive sluggishness.