If you are considering neurofeedback in Surrey, one of the first practical questions is what it will cost. This guide lays out current neurofeedback pricing at Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback, what affects the total cost, how insurance coverage usually works in BC, and ways to make brain training more affordable.
How Much Does a Neurofeedback Session Cost?
At Sojourn, in office neurofeedback sessions cost $120 to $175 per 50 minute session, depending on the provider you choose. Sessions with our nurse neurofeedback providers sit at the lower end of that range, while sessions with a Registered Clinical Counsellor are at the higher end and can be combined with counselling support in the same appointment.
We offer NeurOptimal neurofeedback, a non-invasive brain training system that provides real time feedback to support self regulation, as well as linear neurofeedback for those who prefer a more protocol based approach. If you are not sure which is a better fit, our comparison of NeurOptimal and linear neurofeedback walks through the differences.
Home Neurofeedback Rental Costs
Many families find a home neurofeedback rental the most cost effective way to train consistently. A NeurOptimal home system rents for $995 plus GST for 30 days, with unlimited sessions for members of the same household and setup support included. Pickup is at our Cloverdale office in Surrey.
For a couple or family where more than one person trains, the rental often works out to far less per session than in office visits. Someone training three times a week for a month, for example, would pay well under half the equivalent in office rate.
What Affects the Cost of Neurofeedback?
A few factors shape what you will spend overall: which provider you see, whether you train in office or at home, how often you train, and how long you continue. Neurofeedback tends to work through repetition, so consistency usually matters more than intensity. Our guide on how often to attend sessions covers typical pacing for neurofeedback and counselling.
Neurofeedback Cost Compared with Counselling
For context, counselling with a Registered Clinical Counsellor at Sojourn ranges from $160 to $175 per 50 minute session, and counselling with an intern is $60 with the first session free. In office neurofeedback with a nurse provider, at $120 per session, sits below RCC counselling rates, while combined neurofeedback and counselling appointments with an RCC are priced at the standard RCC rate. Many clients use a mix: counselling for processing and support, with neurofeedback added to support self regulation between sessions.
A realistic example
Someone training twice a week for six weeks would complete 12 sessions. In office with a nurse provider, that comes to about $1,440. The same six weeks on a home rental is $995 plus GST, and if a partner or child also trains, the effective per session cost drops further. This is why many households choose the rental once they know they want consistent training.
Is Neurofeedback Covered by Insurance in BC?
Coverage varies by plan. Neurofeedback on its own is not typically listed as a benefit in extended health plans. However, when neurofeedback is provided by a Registered Clinical Counsellor as part of counselling, sessions may be eligible under your plan’s counselling or RCC benefit. The most reliable step is to check your plan for Registered Clinical Counsellor coverage before you begin. Sojourn offers direct billing through TELUS eClaims for many insurers.
Ways to Keep Costs Manageable
A home rental spreads the cost across unlimited household sessions, which suits families and couples. Choosing a nurse provider for in office training keeps the per session rate at the lower end of the range. And if counselling is part of what you are looking for alongside brain training, our low cost counselling program offers sessions with qualified intern counsellors at $60, with the first session free.
Many clients also start neurofeedback for specific concerns such as anxiety. If that is you, our page on neurofeedback for anxiety explains what training can look like for a busy nervous system.
Is Neurofeedback Worth the Cost?
That depends on what you are hoping to change and how you prefer to work. Neurofeedback does not require talking through difficult material, which is one reason many clients find it a helpful complement to counselling rather than a replacement for it. If you are weighing your options, our guide on whether neurofeedback is right for you walks through signs of fit, and our comparison of counselling versus neurofeedback looks at how the two approaches can work together.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a neurofeedback session cost in Surrey?
At Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback, in office sessions cost $120 to $175 per 50 minute session depending on the provider you choose.
How much does it cost to rent a neurofeedback system?
A NeurOptimal home system rents for $995 plus GST for 30 days, with unlimited sessions for members of the same household and setup support included. Pickup is in Surrey, BC.
Is neurofeedback covered by extended health insurance?
Not usually as a standalone benefit. When provided by a Registered Clinical Counsellor within counselling, sessions may be eligible under your plan’s counselling benefit. Check your plan for RCC coverage.
Is renting cheaper than in office sessions?
For frequent training or multiple household members, usually yes. Unlimited household use for 30 days often works out to much less per session than in office rates.
How many neurofeedback sessions do people usually do?
It varies with your goals and how your nervous system responds. Many clients begin with 10 to 20 sessions and review progress with their provider along the way. Consistency tends to matter more than intensity, which is also why home rentals are popular.
Ready to Explore Neurofeedback?
You can learn more on our neurofeedback overview page, or view provider profiles and book online. If you are unsure where to start, contact us and we can help you find a good fit.
