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Brain Balance Jacksonville
Brain Balance Has a Non-Medical Approach to Help Kids and Adults
Brain Balance is the leading drug-free program designed to help kids and adults improve focus, behavior, social skills, anxiety, and academic performance. Our comprehensive programming incorporates learnings from cognitive, behavioral and nutrition fields—an integrated approach that is literally redefining what’s possible.
For Children
Is something blocking your child’s social, behavioral or academic progress? Brain Balance picks up where conventional approaches leave off, going beyond the treatment of symptoms to address root causes. At Brain Balance, we’re not about coping with barriers. We’re about knocking them down, one small breakthrough at a time.
For Adults
Whether you are looking to enhance your attention, memory, and problem solving, or want to improve your stress and mood management, Brain Balance can help. The program is designed to strengthen brain connectivity using a unique combination of physical, sensory, and cognitive activities. We’ll ship you everything you need to complete your program from the comfort of your home.
Research Shows Brain Balance is Effective
A Harvard study found that kids who participated in the Brain Balance Program saw a significant reduction in ADHD index scores, discernible changes in hyperactivity, enhanced cognitive attention, and reductions in oppositional behavior.
We are continually collaborating with world class researchers to show the efficacy of the program and reveal through data how the Brain Balance Program can help children, teens and adults improve.
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About the Brain Balance Program®
The Brain Balance Program is made up of physical and sensorimotor exercises, academic skills training and healthy nutrition. It is tailored to the needs of your child, and delivered in a uniquely systematic approach that you'll be hard pressed to find anywhere else.
A Whole-Brain Approach
The program engages the brain and body together, 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, delivered with the frequency and duration needed to drive meaningful change.
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.
Program Format
Your child can work onsite at your local Brain Balance Center with our coaches three times per week.
We also offer an at-home virtual option that is parent-led. You'll have weekly video check-ins from your program coach.
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Our Whole Brain Approach
Did you know the brain can change at any age? Change in the brain can refer to new pathways being formed or connections becoming stronger and more efficient. New pathways are formed through sensory stimulation, life experiences and new information. These connections and pathways are important because they communicate with all regions of the brain, allowing us to successfully perform daily cognitive and physical tasks, and facilitating our executive functioning.
When individuals struggle with focus, behavior, or sensory processing, it can be linked to weak connections across different regions in the brain. But the good news is, we know that the brain can change.
The Brain Balance program is designed to strengthen and build brain connectivity with a unique combination of physical, sensory, and cognitive activities. These new, efficient, and effective connections in the brain help improve in the following areas:
- Cognitive Tasks
- Executive Functioning
- Focus
- Memory
- Learning
- Comprehension
- Reasoning
- Behaviors & EmotionsOrganization
- Self-motivation
- Problem Solving
By building stronger brain connections, you can help yourself or your child get to the root of their challenges and build a stronger foundation for success.
A Personalized Program to Meet Your Needs
At Brain Balance, we believe it is critical to identify the root cause of challenges to create an action plan for change. Our program begins with a 1-to-2-hour in-depth, comprehensive assessment. We use what we learn in the comprehensive assessment to set up your individualized program. By doing this for each unique person, individually, we create a customized program that addresses any deficits in functions or skills you may have.
The frequency and duration of these tasks, activities, and exercises are tailored based on the individual’s needs.
What to Expect During the Assessment
The assessment includes sensory, physical, and cognitive activities that identify areas of development that need strengthening. These critical areas of development are at the root of our ability to pay attention, learn, engage, interact, and manage stress, behavior, and anxiety.
From the results of the assessment, our team will help create a plan focused on building the brain connections needed to help create improvements for the individual.
What You'll Learn from the Assessment Results
The assessment includes sensory, physical, and cognitive activities that identify areas of development that need strengthening. These critical areas of development are at the root of our ability to pay attention, learn, engage, interact, and manage stress, behavior, and anxiety.
From the results of the assessment, our team will help create a plan focused on building the brain connections needed to help create improvements for the individual.
1:1 Coaching and Support
Dedicated coaches and directors are your personal guides through the program, including evaluating progress and leveling up as individual advances. They will also support through behavioral coaching, nutritional support, lifestyle changes as well as advocacy for educational meetings.
1:1 Nutrition Sessions
The Balance 360 Nutrition System is our one-of-a-kind, proprietary, nutritional plan. Delivered by a team of registered dietitians well versed in the challenges of feeding and eating healthy foods, the Balance 360 nutritional approach focuses on educating and guiding towards fueling bodies with the nutrients necessary for building healthy brains and bodies. Balance 360 is designed to fit an individual’s lifestyle, needs, and preferences, while improving health and decreasing any inflammation or other detrimental effects of the body’s inability to tolerate certain ingredients common in our modern, processed diet. With a focus on fresh, whole foods, Balance 360 provides one more key in our integrated approach to drive the best possible. outcomes for every program participant.
On-Demand Resources
You’ll have access to a Program Portal where you can view on-demand helper videos, exercise videos, parent support groups, nutrition content, and program resources.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you accept insurance?
Brain Balance is not a medical program and does not provide a diagnosis, nor is it covered by health insurance. Our staff are all trained and certified through Brain Balance, and can receive additional certifications as Board Certified Cognitive Coaches, and Behavior Management through outside accrediting agencies.
Is there any research behind the program?
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. Research published in the Journal of Mental Health and Clinical Psychology found that the Brain Balance Program is an effective, non-drug option for improving mental well-being, specifically in areas including overall happiness, emotional functioning, anxiety and social engagement.
How long is the program?
The program length is tailored to each child's unique needs. An initial assessment will help determine your child's program needs and cost. You'll also get a better understanding of how your child's challenges can improve. To schedule an assessment, complete our form here and we will reach out to you.
Our Team
Jessica & Kristopher Wick
Owners
Jessica and Kristopher Wick have made it their mission to help as many families as possible after the profound changes the Brain Balance program made in the life of their son, Dylan, in 2017. Jessica serves as the Executive Director of Brain Balance Center Jacksonville. Their personal experience with the program, from the point of view of a parent, helps to ensure that through Brain Balance there is hope and harmony for families. Jessica graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Anthropology, followed by a Masters of Arts in Criminal Justice, Summa Cum Laude.
Destiny
Program Director
Hi! My name is Destiny! I was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. I recently graduated with honors from Florida State University with my Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. I am currently looking to further my education and obtain a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I love working with children, I have a background in childcare and three little siblings at home that I love more than anything. Watching the children here at Brain Balance grow as they complete the program gives me so much joy! Other than working at Brain Balance, I also love to paint, read, and spend time outside enjoying the sun!
Sydney Cook
Program Director
Hello! My name is Sydney and I graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelors of Science degree in Psychology. Growing up I helped raise my niece who has a neurodevelopment disorder. This is where I discovered my passion for helping children reach their full potential. In my free time I love to paint, read, spend time with my family, and discover new parts of Jacksonville.
Shakiera Jackson
Sensory Motor Coach
Shakiera joined Brain Balance in the fall of 2023. Prior to joining the team, she worked extensively with individuals experiencing early-stage psychosis and in the Department of Children and Families, focusing on youth in foster care. Shakiera’s decision to join Brain Balance was fueled by her desire to make a difference and her passion for empowering the future generation. Through her experiences, Shakiera learned the importance of acknowledging and expressing emotions. Overcoming societal expectations and personal barriers, she recognized that showing emotions is not a sign of weakness but a necessary part of healing. Outside of work, Shakiera is passionate about her nieces and nephews and cherishes the time she spends with them. Shakiera has gradually embraced the concept of self-care and has found joy in activities such as reading, going to the movies, and being a great mother to her dog, Pikachu.
Anna Muraca
Lead Sensory Motor Coach
Hi, my name is Anna Muraca. I got my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, and I am currently getting my Masters degree in Clinical Mental Heath Counseling at Westminster College. I have always had a passion in helping children. At Brain Balance I am able to help children reach their full potential. In my free time I like to read, go to the beach, and be with my family.
Events & News
Read about Brain Balance Jacksonville's owner Jessica Wick and her mission to help as many families as possible
Read about Brain Balance Jacksonville's owner Jessica Wick and her mission to help as many families as possible
Read an article by Jessica Wick published in The Recorder "Brain Power: Keeping your mind sharp and healthy"
Brain Balance Center of Jacksonville Events
Webinar Events
Every month we offer a free webinar on a common struggle that children and young adults across the country may experience. Each of these webinars offers information, actionable strategies for change, as well as a deeper understanding of WHY these challenges are happening and how to address the root cause.
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BRAIN BALANCE CENTER OF JACKSONVILLE
Brain Balance helps children who struggle behaviorally, socially, and academically through a holistic and integrated approach that is customized to meet the needs of each child.
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Brain Balance Center of Jacksonville
We have helped more than 50,000 individuals get to the root of their struggles and achieve lasting improvements, including:
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Focus & Attention
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Anxiety, Behavior & Mood
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Learning & Academics
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Socialization & Relationship
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Motivation & Organization
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Impulsivity & Hyperactivity
Help your child thrive in the new school year
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 50,000 other Brain Balance families and help your child thrive in the new school year.
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.
At Brain Balance Center Jacksonville, FL 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.
If your child struggles to focus at school, has meltdowns or lack of confidence, Brain Balance Achievement Center of Jacksonville can help. Through an integrated, whole-child approach, The Brain Balance Program has helped thousands of children to overcome common disorders, including Attention Hyperactivity Deficit Disorder (ADHD), Asperger Syndrome, Dyslexia and other learning disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Sensory Processing Disorders, and behavioral issues such as Leaky Gut and anxiety. When you bring your child to our center, we will first give them an individualized assessment which allows us to identify their specific challenges. Then, we come up with a plan customized just for them! Through a combination of in-center sessions and at-home exercises, we can help your child reach their goals. Contact Brain Balance Achievement Center of Jacksonville today to learn more about our program.
We invite you to visit Brain Balance Center of Jacksonville, FL 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 904-800-7278 or click here to have one of our staff members contact you directly.
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Get a deeper view into why your child struggles
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.
Schedule your Assessment
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.
Location
155 Fountains Way
Building 1 Suite 13
St. Johns, FL 32259
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Hours
M,T,W,Th,F: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sat & Sun: Closed