Brain Balance is the leading drug-free training program designed to help kids improve focus, behavior, social skills, anxiety, and academic performance.
The program goes above and beyond the more traditional, mainstream approaches you may have tried before to help your child get to the root of their challenges.
Harvard University’s McLean Hospital completed a study which demonstrated that the Brain Balance Program is as effective as stimulant medication in alleviating ADHD symptoms among children. Cambridge Brain Sciences also collaborated with Brain Balance on a study the results of which show that children who completed three months of the Brain Balance Program displayed significant improvements in cognition, particularly in areas of memory, reasoning, verbal ability, and concentration.
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Help your child get ahead by improving focus, behavior, social skills, and learning. The program is available onsite at a Brain Balance Center near you or at home with virtual check-ins. Join the 45,000 other Brain Balance families and help your child thrive this year.
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Learn how Brain Balance's unique program uses physical, sensory, and cognitive activities to help your child see improvements.
We have helped more than 45,000 kids get to the root of their struggles and achieve lasting improvements, including:
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Many of our usual activities are being put on hold. Use this time to improve focus, behavior, social skills, and learning. Brain Balance’s non-medical program is designed to help kids and teens who struggle. The program is tailored to your child’s unique needs with a personalized plan of action and coaching. We’ll help you in the way that works best for you. The program is available onsite or online, at home. Join 45,000 other Brain Balance families and help your child thrive in the new school year.
At Brain Balance San Diego, CA we understand the pain and frustration of watching your child struggle with learning or behavioral issues. Here, and at our centers around the country, we have helped thousands of kids overcome their challenges. Our groundbreaking program provides lasting results because we don’t simply work with a child’s strengths or compensate for a weakness, we tackle the root cause of the issue.
Our unique Brain Balance Program® addresses the whole child by integrating sensory motor training and stimulation and academic activities with nutritional and dietary guidelines. This unique integrated approach is key to what makes Brain Balance different and so effective.
At Brain Balance, we understand that every child is unique and faces specific challenges. To help your child reach their goals, Brain Balance of San Diego will develop an individualized plan for your child based on the results of their personal assessment. Our drug-free, integrated approach combines a series of in-center and at-home activities as well as a nutritional program to give your child the tools they need to succeed. The Brain Balance Program can help to alleviate Attention Hyperactivity Deficit Disorder (ADHD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Dyslexia, Asperger Syndrome, Sensory Processing Disorders, Leaky Gut and other common childhood developmental and learning disorders. Help your child find balance and reach their full potential. Contact Brain Balance of San Diego today to learn more.
We invite you to visit Brain Balance San Diego, CA at 10175 Rancho Carmel Drive, San Diego, CA 92128 for a personal tour. You can observe our program in action, meet our dedicated team and learn more about the many children we have helped right here in our community.
To contact us, call 858-324-5545 or click here to have one of our staff members contact you directly.
Brain Balance does not require that a child has a medical diagnosis, nor do we clinically diagnose medical conditions. Our focus is on understanding the struggles these children experience and helping them develop and strengthen the connections to help reduce those struggles.
For those who do have a diagnosis,1 research has shown that the unique challenges your child is facing can be linked to weak connections across different regions of the brain.
The Brain Balance assessment provides you with a deeper view of your child’s struggles. During the assessment, your child’s sensory, motor and cognitive development are evaluated. This assessment helps identify areas of development that need strengthening. The reasons why a child may excel in some areas but has trouble in others will become clearer. From the results, we create a plan that helps your child overcome their struggles.
Fill out our form now to get started. A team member from a Brain Balance Center near you will reach out to personally discuss your child’s challenges and schedule your child’s assessment.
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When kids struggle with focus, behavior or sensory processing, it can be linked to weak connections across different regions in the brain. The good news is, we know that the brain can change in a way that may lead to improvements for your child or teen. The Brain Balance program exercises and activities are uniquely designed to help strengthen and build new connections by using a combination of physical, sensory, and cognitive activities. These new, efficient, and effective connections in the brain lead to improvements in our ability to complete cognitive tasks and in our executive functioning:
When these skills and functions improve, a child may feel improved confidence and be better equipped to engage and thrive in the world around them.
The Brain Balance program was recently part of a research study conducted by Harvard University’s McLean Hospital. The research study focused on the impact of aspects of the Brain Balance program, completed at home, on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).We are incredibly excited to share the preliminary findings of this ongoing research.
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The Brain Balance Program offers a comprehensive, drug-free option that goes beyond the more traditional, mainstream approaches you may have tried before to help your child get to the root of their challenges instead of masking them.
A Whole-Brain Approach
The program activates many regions of the brain all at once through sensory engagement, physical development and academic learning activities.
Personalized to Your Child’s Challenges
The program is tailored to your child’s needs and development level.
1:1 Coaching & Support
Our coaches will personally guide you through the program, including evaluating progress and leveling up as your child advances.
1:1 Nutrition Sessions
A Nutrition Coach will help customize a healthy nutrition plan fit for your child's lifestyle and needs.
On-Demand Resources
You’ll have access to a Program Portal where you can view on-demand helper videos, nutrition content, and program resources.
The Brain Balance Program is available at our local center and virtually, so you can find an option that best fits your family's needs.
At Your Local Brain Balance Center
Your child can work onsite with our coaches three times per week.
At Home with Virtual Check-Ins
The virtual option is parent-led and completed at home. You'll have weekly video check-ins from your program coach.
A program specialist can help you learn more about the two options and understand which format will work best for your child.
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The struggles they experienced in the past may be familiar to you.
"My daughter was diagnosed with ADHD. She attended phase one of the program and has seen significant improvement in behavior and socialization skills."
"Words cannot express how delighted I am as a Mom for my child attending the Brain Balance program in San Diego. For those of you who have children that struggle and their actions, in turn, affect everyone around them, you are not alone! The last thing I ever wanted to do was medicate our child. So I kept researching and immediately our chiropractor and Occupational Therapist recommended the program. After his assessment at Brain Balance, I gained an amazing new perspective about my child and learned that they can get to the root of his struggles with his brain! No need for scans, and no need for a diagnosis. In about 3 months, my son's focus increased. In addition, he went from not wanting to write more then two words to wanting to write on his own accord. He gained self esteem to the point where he volunteered in class to read in front of others. Before, it almost seemed it pained him to even look at the words on the book. It took a lot of effort to get him to read. I'm honestly crying while I write this. My son couldn't use the monkey bars. He didn't have core strength and gave up plenty of times. Eventually, he never tried them. Now, he can go 6 or 7 bars and does it with pride and with no help or being asked to try. His coordination has improved and enjoys playing catch without frustration, and he does it very well. He has fewer outbursts, less impulsive behaviors, and more control of his emotions, and has better coping strategies. Some of the results so far showed a 7-level leap in his progress. It is impressive. The program showed he was right brain weak, and I have complete trust in Amanda and her staff to help us get his brain working to its ultimate level! Looking forward to more miraculous results in our son!!"
"There are not enough words in a dictionary to describe what brain balance has done for our family!
When we started 5 months ago, we were living in full-blown crisis mode with our daughter. At 11 years old, she was eloping from school 2-3 times per week, would throw raging tantrums, hygiene was low on her priorities, and she was very sad and withdrawn.
I could never properly explain our struggles. It was like living with a toddler trapped in a full-size child body. Upon receiving her assessment, on paper, they confirmed everything we'd seen for years. Her brain was weak on the right side and she was an average age of 4 years old.
Fast forward 5 months, her brain has reconnected and both hemispheres
working in concert. She's happy, focused, can read, tantrums are nearly gone, she able to be reasoned with, her fine motor skills are working, she knows her body in relation to her surroundings. Her confidence is building, her self image has improved, she has expressed goals of wanting to be a writer or a Disney Imagineer.
She's now at an age level of 11-18 depending on the range of test. School is astonished at her growth.
Our family can be a family doing family things! We just enjoyed 2 days at Disneyland with zero meltdowns. Something we've never been able to do before.
Jon, Amanda, Rachel, Lauren, Chad, and James have truly been the support net our family needed! Thank you for the incredible dedication you have to work with kids who need this the most. You mean the world to us!"
"Ariel has gained self awareness and improved his focus. This has had positive effects at school and socially. We highly recommend Brain Balance."
"This is an excellent program and in my experience the results were observable even after just a few sessions. My daughter loves coming to Brain Balance and has had such a good experience she says she wants to be a "Brain Balance Coach" when she grows up. After two weeks I received my daughters 1st positive note home from school and after a month she no longer needed her behavior chart at school. At home I see she is less impulsive, her meltdowns are almost non-existent, she is able and even enjoys playing on her own, she is less reactive, and is willing to and utilizes calm down methods. This is a complete turn around from when we began. I am very grateful to Brain Balance and recommend to those who have children with sensory, attention and over-reactive behaviors." Colette's Mom
IEP 2.0: Beyond the Basics
Tuesday, July 27, 2021, 6:00pm-7:30pm
RSVP link: https://bbsdjuly2021.eventbrite.com
Following our very popular previous workshop, IEP Rights: What Parents Need to Know, we are offering families more ways to be empowered to be your child's best advocate with IEP 2.0: Beyond the Basics.
Special Education Advocate and Speech Pathologist Crystal Sanford, M.Ed., M.A. CCC-SLP will provide advanced tips, strategies, and hope for your IEP parenting journey.
Learner objectives include:
Bring your questions and leave empowered. This is an IN-PERSON event at Brain Balance San Diego OR you may choose to participate live VIRTUALLY. Limited seating. COVID-19 protocols will be followed.
Open House: Back-to-School Prep
Thursday, August 12, 2021
4:00 pm-6:00 pm
RSVP: bbsdaug2021.eventbrite.com
Does your child need help with learning? Focus? Social skills? Organization, time management, and executive functioning? Or an assessment to learn where they are developmentally and why they might be struggling? Discover how Brain Balance San Diego can help your child get ready for the new school year. Set yourself and your student up for success!
Attendees will receive a FREE Back-to-School guide and assessment special. The whole family is welcome to attend this IN-PERSON event. COVID-19 precautions will be implemented. Inquire for additional details.
Great Outdoors Bingo
Join us this June in celebrating National Great Outdoors Month with this family-friendly bingo! Outdoor play is important for healthy brain development, especially when activities are structured. Did you know that different areas of the brain are engaged when you do different exercises? Try some of these fun outdoor activities (PDF) and learn which parts of the brain are engaged.
IEP Rights: What Parents Need to Know
If your child is struggling in school, it’s important to know your options and rights to provide your child the support they need to thrive. Join Thomas Nelson, Special Education Rights Attorney, to learn the ins and outs of 504s and Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
Click here to view the recorded webinar.
Virtual Open House: Sensory Sensitivities
Join Amanda Lee, M.A.Ed, Center Director of Brain Balance San Diego, to tour the center and discover when your child’s sensory sensitivities should be a concern from overreaction to bright lights and sounds to itchy clothing to picky eating to risk-taking and lack of focus.
Click here to see the recording
ADHD: What, Why, and Tools to Help
Join Amanda Lee, M.A.Ed, Center Director of Brain Balance San Diego, to explore WHY so many kids struggle with attention and focus, red flags for ADHD, and tools to structure their day and help them stay motivated and focused. Hosted by Marine & Family Exceptional Family Member Program. Need not be military to participate.
Click here to view the recorded webinar.
Virtual Open House: Teaching Independence
Being able to function independently is more important that ever today, especially for students navigating distance learning. Join Amanda Lee, M.A.Ed, Center Director of Brain Balance San Diego, to tour the center and learn ways to successfully coach your child towards age-appropriate independence from staying focused to improving executive functioning to complete homework and chores, prioritize, and make good decisions. All participants will be given resources they can utilize right away.
Click here to view the recorded webinar.
Virtual Open House: Executive Functioning and New Year Goals
Join Amanda Lee, Center Director of Brain Balance San Diego, to tour the center and learn ways to improve you and your child's executive functions to achieve your goals this new year from better focus to time management to accomplishing chores at home. All participants will be given resources they can utilize right away.
Click here to view the recorded webinar
Fox 5 News 4/12/2021
Autism Awareness Month and Back to School Help
Fox 5 News 1/12/2021
Helping Kids Manage Distractions and Meltdowns
Times of San Diego 1/6/21
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2021/01/06/san-diegos-brain-balance-achievement-center-to-host-free-new-year-workshops/
KUSI TV 11/2/20
Brain Balance and Halloween Candy Buy-Back - segment 1
KUSI TV 11/2/20
Brain Balance and Halloween Candy Buy-Back - segment 2
KUSI TV 9/19/20
Distance Learning and Help With Neurodevelopmental Disorders
"Dyslexia Warning Signs" Fox 5 News 8/25/20
10News 8/5/20
Balancing the Brain Through Exercise
The San Diego Union-Tribune
June 13, 2020
“A life spent helping others continues by helping kids with developmental differences”
Times of San Diego
Experts Together Guest Blog – May 2020: Distance Learning and Body and Brain Breaks
https://www.experts-together.com/post/distance-learning-resources-for-you-moms
“Is it me or my child? Homeschooling challenges” with Shally from Fox 5 News 5/7/20
Fox 5 News 4/16/20
Body & Brain Breaks & Learning Red Flags
KUSI TV 1/20/20
Fox 5 News 1/2/20
10News 10/30/19
San Diego Moms Blog 10/30/19
Upon learning about the Brain Balance program, Jon’s excitement for opening a Center in the San Diego area has grown since day one. His passion to open the Center is born out of the experience in raising a son with developmental disabilities. He values many incredible connections with other friends and families in the community that share a similar experience. His background includes serving on the board of Kids Included Together, Just in Time for Foster Youth as well as the Korean American Coalition of San Diego. With many years of participation in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, his desire to mentor and impact the lives of others is contagious. While he enjoyed a professional career with notable companies like Samsung Electronics, Merrill Lynch, UBS and US Bank, Jon’s undeniable vision for an inclusive society with equal opportunities and growth makes him an inspirational leader at Brain Balance of San Diego.
Amanda has a Masters in Education and brings over 15 years of experience working with students, families, communities, and school districts. As a lifelong learner, she’s a sponge for information and active in promoting equity and access to quality education. She believes every person should have the opportunity to actualize their full potential and to live life to the fullest. Her other passions include dancing, beach volleyball, enjoying the outdoors, travel, and being a foodie. Every day she aims to inspire and be inspired.
Kenny was born and raised in Northern California. In 2014, he moved to San Diego to attend and play collegiate basketball at the University of California, San Diego. He graduated in 2018 from UCSD with a Bachelor’s of Arts in International Business. Kenny has enjoyed working with children through basketball as well as at a before and after school program at an elementary school. His hobbies include reading, traveling, playing sports, and cooking.
Shad is new to San Diego and very excited to bring his background in education, fitness and sports to Brain Balance. Shad went to school for psychology and later sports management, mending his two passions of sports and education/learning about people. Most recently, Shad was an elementary and middle school teacher at a small school in Israel before moving back to the states. Shad is excited to learn more about San Diego and all of the amazing families to come to Brain Balance.
Jay is a student at the University of California San Diego studying for a Business Psychology B.S. degree. He enjoys going to the beach, studying the stock market, volunteering for nonprofit organizations, and learning new things. My passion focuses on creating more opportunities for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities and activism.
Kyung is an independent business lawyer with over eight years of experience managing her own practice. Over the last several years, Kyung has enjoyed a transformational path towards self-improvement through a committed practice to yoga, meditation, and healthy eating. You will often find Kyung sharing her most recent vegan recipe and she truly knows how to make healthy eating taste amazing. With an infectious smile, Kyung brings an incredible amount of love to improve the lives of adults and kids. Her son Sean will often call her “my love,” and she enjoys a loving and adventurous marriage with her husband Jon.
Rachel was born and raised in Northern California. There she attended Shasta
Community College where she played collegiate basketball and graduated from
California State University, Chico with her bachelor’s of arts in Kinesiology and a minor in Coaching. She has enjoyed working with kids from many years of life-guarding, teaching swim lessons, and working at a recreation center. She moved to San Diego in August of 2019 to pursue her passion for fitness and helping others. Outside of Brain Balance Rachel has plans of becoming a personal trainer and making an impact in other’s lives. Her hobbies include traveling to new places, enjoying amazing food, playing sports, and spending time outside in the sun.
Katie was born and raised in the Bay Area where she attended San Jose State University and graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Inclusive Physical Activity in Communities. She loves the multidisciplinary approach Brain Balance offers, and can’t wait to learn more about and help support all of the families that come to Brain Balance. When she’s not at work, you can find Katie walking on the beach, lifting weights, or preparing (and eating!) a healthy meal.
Shanelle is originally from Long Beach. She graduated CSU Long Beach with her B.S. in Biological Sciences. Since graduating, she has worked with adolescents and college students with autism and other learning differences develop social, academic, and independent living skills. Shanelle is now pursuing her Masters Degree in Public Health with a concentration in Community and Public Health Practice from the University of San Francisco. She enjoys working with kids of all ages, sharing her passion for wellness and education in any way she can. Shanelle enjoys hiking in the spring and summer, snowboarding in the winter, and going to the beach all year around!
Melanie was born in Australia but grew up in sunny San Diego. She has a Bachelor of Music in Flute Performance from San Diego State University, and recently graduated from Boston University's Doctoral program in Occupational Therapy. Through her experiences teaching music, and working in early intervention including in public school settings, Melanie has worked with numerous students and families to collaborate in setting and achieving meaningful goals. When she's not at Brain Balance, you can find Melanie trying new recipes, with her nose buried in a book, or chasing her toddler around the house.
Victoria Hoey was born and raised in San Diego. She earned her degree in Behavioral and Social Sciences and has over 6 years experience as a nanny. Her favorite subjects are child development and psychology. Her career goals are to be in social work and be an advocate for children. She loves to cook vegan dishes, play tennis, and hang out with her dog, Cedric.
Kai was born and raised in Southern California and recently moved back down to San Diego after graduating from Point Loma Nazarene University in 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and minor in Psychology. She has a background in Physical Therapy and worked as an aide for 2 years before starting at Brain Balance. Outside of coaching you can find Kai lost in the world of whatever book she’s reading that week, at the beach, rock climbing or out being a social butterfly with friends.
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