Susan’s NeurOptimal® Story

Hello! I’m happy you’re here. I am very proud to be a Certified Advanced NeurOptimal® Trainer and a member of a growing, worldwide community of collaborative Dynamical Neurofeedback® Trainers & wellness providers.

NeurOptimal® came into my life as I extensively searched for ways to help my family cope with the challenges & demands of modern day life that often left us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and exhausted. (We’ve all experienced better sleep because of NeurOptimal®!) Our pediatrician, who was a stickler for research-backed interventions, recommended neurofeedback one day. After finding a provider, we tried NeurOptimal® brain training with open minds. Over the course of a year, my family of four (our kids were 12 & 14 years old at the time) collectively completed over 150 NeurOptimal® sessions. I experienced my own profoundly positive shifts after a series of sessions. NeurOptimal® brain training has enabled my family and thousands of others worldwide to promote our nervous system self-regulation which ultimately helps us manage stress better and feel more comfortable & confident in our daily lives. My personal & professional experience allows me to confidently offer this powerful tool to others.

While NeurOptimal® offers lasting, life-changing shifts, we recognize that NeurOptimal® is an invaluable tool to manage ongoing stress. When we’re feeling off or stressed, we train.  As experienced users, we gain tangible results from booster sessions and rely on NeurOptimal® for our mental fitness in the same way we view physical exercise, wholesome nutrition, acupuncture, massage therapy, CranioSacral therapy, and chiropractic care as key aspects to living a healthy lifestyle.  The family that brain trains together lives better together! I’d be happy to share more details with you about my family’s experience if you’re interested.

It’s so gratifying to help people feel & function better by offering a tool that promotes emotional regulation, mental focus & flexibility, healthy sleep habits, stress resilience, and overall well-being. I’ve witnessed some incredible client training shifts and am committed to making this revolutionary technology accessible & affordable to BTL’s clients. As I considered this career path, one of the first pieces of advice a fellow NeurOptimal® Trainer offered was, “Just be honest.” I pledge this to you in all of our interactions.

Consider NeurOptimal® brain training for yourself or a loved one, especially if other traditional interventions have not offered you a more confident and enjoyable lifestyle. I will offer my unconditional support and even help connect you with another provider that works well for you because I understand how challenging life can be when your brain is not functioning at its best potential.

Join us and #TrainForThePresent!

Warmly,
Susan
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SUSAN M.S. LINDGREN

Certified Advanced NeurOptimal®
Dynamical Neurfeedback® Trainer

Connect with me to find out if NeurOptimal® is something you’d like to try for yourself or a loved one!

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About Susan

Personal: Susan was born and raised in the Midwest and graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science in Management/Finance Option. Her initial career path was in the financial services industry including positions: as a state bank examiner, at a mutual fund firm, and in a bank trust department.

Her family loves house rabbits. She & her daughter spent over two years volunteering several hours each month cleaning the pens of 30+ rabbits at a local rescue shelter. She also enjoys spending time on the water with her paddle board, hiking & skiing Colorado’s beautiful mountains, and photographing friends, family & nature scenes.

Professional: Susan M. Salyer Lindgren founded Brain Training Lounge in 2019 after this brain performance tool profoundly transformed her & her family’s ability to manage stress, sleep more soundly, and live in our often-overwhelming world with more clarity, ease & confidence. Susan earned her Basic and Advanced NeurOptimal® Certifications and has facilitated over 3,000 sessions. She has worked with professionals, small business owners, students of all ages, Seniors, Veterans, Long COVID sufferers, cancer survivors, concussed adults, and a two young men managing life after suffering a devastating Traumatic Brain Injury. She has witnessed some truly life changing NeurOptimal® transformations and collaborates with Trainers around the world. Susan is driven to promote and affordably offer this innovative nervous system self-regulation tool to her community for mind-body wellness & well-being.

BTL is grateful to be included in this caring group of International Trainers!

What People Are Experiencing

“I can’t recommend Brain Training Lounge enough. It has changed my highly sensitive self. I’m able to be in this world more peacefully.”

Rachel, via Google

“This service has greatly helped my mental health. I used to stress over things long past but very rarely now. My sleep has been better, too. I highly recommend Susan and Brain Training Lounge.”

Christine, via Google

“The Brain Training Lounge has allowed our family to find our wholesome selves again – from our young children to both my husband and I. It has allowed our child to be able to find his words when he’s frustrated and connect with those around him. We find ourselves handling our stress a little easier and moving through it rather than staying in it. It is so wonderful to sit back and relax and let the meditative work be done for you. Susan is amazing, and we are so glad she introduced us to NeurOptimal® brain training!”

Emily, via Google

“I’m abundantly thankful for NeurOptimal® and especially for Susan’s work with Veterans. Had Susan not had a Veteran program, I likely wouldn’t have given this life-changing program a chance. I highly recommend NeurOptimal®, Susan, and the Brain Training Lounge in your wellness journey.”

Alexis, via Google

“I was eighteen months removed from brain surgery and still suffering side effects from it when I was introduced to NeurOptimal®. Within days of starting, I felt like myself again for the first time in three or more years. I had other people notice a difference in me, and I had the most productive week in three years. I cannot recommend this enough! ”

Brendon, via Email

“My focus and energy throughout the day has completely changed. I’m working smarter not harder now. My sleep has totally changed. It helps me shut down and let my body repair itself. I can’t say enough good things about NeurOptimal®! Best decision EVER! “

Amity, via Google

“I struggle with anxiety. After I train, my anxiety is non-existent, and I feel I can be more myself in the world.”

Jennifer, via Google

“Stress & anxiety have always been a big part of my life. After a few sessions, I started to feel little bits of my stress & anxiety peeling away. After a month, I had much more patience and was able to slow down and problem solve. After a month, I can mitigate stressful situations with a clear head. Susan has been a lifesaver for me. If you or anyone you know feels that stress & anxiety are taking over your life, please give the Brain Training Lounge a try!”

Jess, via Google

“After suffering a Traumatic Brain Injury, we were desperate to help my son in his recovery. I feel with full confidence that NeurOptimal® brain training helped in the healing process for his recovery. It has immensely helped with my PTSD from his accident and my nightmares. I don’t experience as many as I did before giving brain training a go. Highly Recommend!”

Kristi, via Google

“Brain training has helped me live a life I didn’t think was possible. My days are no longer ruled by anxiety and overthinking. What a gift to finally be able to “trust my brain” and not have my thoughts escalate to worst case scenarios.”

Joan, via Google

“The Brain Training Lounge piqued my interest after I Googled “neurofeedback training near me” after reading “The Body Keeps the Score” by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk. After my first session, my brain fog lifted. My stress levels were particularly high, yet I handled it much better than I would normally. I was also sleeping better than I ever have. I appreciated how comfortable Susan made me feel and how friendly, caring, and compassionate she’s always been. If you’re thinking about it…stop, just do it! Susan is fantastic & nonlinear neurofeedback training is some really cool sh!t!”

Jessica, via Email

“I am experiencing less brain fog, less stress, less anxiety, and I am sleeping much better. I can control how I react to stressful situations that have happened in my life and not let them control me. Brain training has taught me how to let go of things in my past and move forward without feeling sad or guilty. It is truly amazing!”

Linda, via Google

“Susan is a great NeurOptimal® Trainer, and I highly recommend her. She knows her stuff!”

David, via Google

“I started brain training after emergency dental surgery. I felt traumatized. I wasn’t sleeping. I felt anxious most of the time and was exhausted. After a few sessions, my sleep became more regular and my anxiety started decreasing. I believe brain training brought me back to my normal, happy self.”

Deb, via Google

“Brain training helped me remove a mental hurdle I’d been hanging on to for over ten years almost immediately after I started training!”

Amy, via Google

“I love neurofeedback, and Susan is always so accommodating to my schedule. It has made a huge positive impact and has helped tremendously with my concussion symptoms. My memory and cognition had decreased; and after training for one year, I’m back to my old self.”

Belinda, via Google

“Susan knows her stuff and focuses on a great experience. Regularly refer my clients to use this as additional support for TBI, ADHD and stress management 🙂 ”

Mary Ellen, via Google

“NeurOptimal® has changed my life! I was eighteen months removed from brain surgery and still suffering side effects from it when I was introduced to NeurOptimal® and the Brain Training Lounge. I rented a system. Within days of starting, I felt like myself again and had the most productive week in three years. I have been able to go back to working full time. I cannot recommend this enough!”

Brendon, via Google

“Step-by-step guidance and a generous spirit made the rental experience extra rich & rewarding. “

K.R., via Square Feedback

“I appreciate your orientation in service to community and at reasonable cost. Plus it is a pleasant little getaway to relax and be cared for in your lovely, welcoming space!”

G.K., via Square Feedback

“As a veteran that suffers from PTSD, I have been looking for different forms of treatment to help with my anxiety and depression. I have tried everything in my past with little to no success, and I feel completely blessed to have found the Brain Training Lounge. You owe it to yourself to try this.”

Kelly, via Google

“Susan & the Brain Training Lounge have been a lifesaver for my family. My son was struggling in school, and it began to affect his peers due to his emotional outbursts. His primary care physician suggested we try medication for ADHD, but I opted to try NeurOptimal®. Within nine weeks, he had made an almost complete 180! He’s had so many compliments and kudos on his behavior and classwork completion! The end of this school year went very smoothly. His attitude & mood regulation have been so much easier for him and small things aren’t as upsetting as before.”

Natalie, via Google

“Relaxing and healing experience. I sleep great after a session!”

Fran, via Google

What People Are Experiencing

“NeurOptimal® has changed my life! I was eighteen months removed from brain surgery and still suffering side effects from it when I was introduced to NeurOptimal® and the Brain Training Lounge. I rented a system. Within days of starting, I felt like myself again and had the most productive week in three years. I have been able to go back to working full time. I cannot recommend this enough!”

Brendon, via Google

“Susan is a great NeurOptimal® Trainer, and I highly recommend her. She knows her stuff!”

David, via Google

“Brain training helped me remove a mental hurdle I’d been hanging on to for over ten years almost immediately after I started training!”

Amy, via Google

“I was eighteen months removed from brain surgery and still suffering side effects from it when I was introduced to NeurOptimal®. Within days of starting, I felt like myself again for the first time in three or more years. I had other people notice a difference in me, and I had the most productive week in three years. I cannot recommend this enough! ”

Brendon, via Email

“Brain training has helped me live a life I didn’t think was possible. My days are no longer ruled by anxiety and overthinking. What a gift to finally be able to “trust my brain” and not have my thoughts escalate to worst case scenarios.”

Joan, via Google

“This service has greatly helped my mental health. I used to stress over things long past but very rarely now. My sleep has been better, too. I highly recommend Susan and Brain Training Lounge.”

Christine, via Google

“My focus and energy throughout the day has completely changed. I’m working smarter not harder now. My sleep has totally changed. It helps me shut down and let my body repair itself. I can’t say enough good things about NeurOptimal®! Best decision EVER! “

Amity, via Google

“After suffering a Traumatic Brain Injury, we were desperate to help my son in his recovery. I feel with full confidence that NeurOptimal® brain training helped in the healing process for his recovery. It has immensely helped with my PTSD from his accident and my nightmares. I don’t experience as many as I did before giving brain training a go. Highly Recommend!”

Kristi, via Google

“Susan knows her stuff and focuses on a great experience. Regularly refer my clients to use this as additional support for TBI, ADHD and stress management 🙂 ”

Mary Ellen, via Google

“I started brain training after emergency dental surgery. I felt traumatized. I wasn’t sleeping. I felt anxious most of the time and was exhausted. After a few sessions, my sleep became more regular and my anxiety started decreasing. I believe brain training brought me back to my normal, happy self.”

Deb, via Google

“Relaxing and healing experience. I sleep great after a session!”

Fran, via Google

“Susan & the Brain Training Lounge have been a lifesaver for my family. My son was struggling in school, and it began to affect his peers due to his emotional outbursts. His primary care physician suggested we try medication for ADHD, but I opted to try NeurOptimal®. Within nine weeks, he had made an almost complete 180! He’s had so many compliments and kudos on his behavior and classwork completion! The end of this school year went very smoothly. His attitude & mood regulation have been so much easier for him and small things aren’t as upsetting as before.”

Natalie, via Google

“I can’t recommend Brain Training Lounge enough. It has changed my highly sensitive self. I’m able to be in this world more peacefully.”

Rachel, via Google

“The Brain Training Lounge piqued my interest after I Googled “neurofeedback training near me” after reading “The Body Keeps the Score” by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk. After my first session, my brain fog lifted. My stress levels were particularly high, yet I handled it much better than I would normally. I was also sleeping better than I ever have. I appreciated how comfortable Susan made me feel and how friendly, caring, and compassionate she’s always been. If you’re thinking about it…stop, just do it! Susan is fantastic & nonlinear neurofeedback training is some really cool sh!t!”

Jessica, via Email

“As a veteran that suffers from PTSD, I have been looking for different forms of treatment to help with my anxiety and depression. I have tried everything in my past with little to no success, and I feel completely blessed to have found the Brain Training Lounge. You owe it to yourself to try this.”

Kelly, via Google

“Step-by-step guidance and a generous spirit made the rental experience extra rich & rewarding. “

K.R., via Square Feedback

“I struggle with anxiety. After I train, my anxiety is non-existent, and I feel I can be more myself in the world.”

Jennifer, via Google

“I love neurofeedback, and Susan is always so accommodating to my schedule. It has made a huge positive impact and has helped tremendously with my concussion symptoms. My memory and cognition had decreased; and after training for one year, I’m back to my old self.”

Belinda, via Google

“I’m abundantly thankful for NeurOptimal® and especially for Susan’s work with Veterans. Had Susan not had a Veteran program, I likely wouldn’t have given this life-changing program a chance. I highly recommend NeurOptimal®, Susan, and the Brain Training Lounge in your wellness journey.”

Alexis, via Google

“The Brain Training Lounge has allowed our family to find our wholesome selves again – from our young children to both my husband and I. It has allowed our child to be able to find his words when he’s frustrated and connect with those around him. We find ourselves handling our stress a little easier and moving through it rather than staying in it. It is so wonderful to sit back and relax and let the meditative work be done for you. Susan is amazing, and we are so glad she introduced us to NeurOptimal® brain training!”

Emily, via Google

“Stress & anxiety have always been a big part of my life. After a few sessions, I started to feel little bits of my stress & anxiety peeling away. After a month, I had much more patience and was able to slow down and problem solve. After a month, I can mitigate stressful situations with a clear head. Susan has been a lifesaver for me. If you or anyone you know feels that stress & anxiety are taking over your life, please give the Brain Training Lounge a try!”

Jess, via Google

“I am experiencing less brain fog, less stress, less anxiety, and I am sleeping much better. I can control how I react to stressful situations that have happened in my life and not let them control me. Brain training has taught me how to let go of things in my past and move forward without feeling sad or guilty. It is truly amazing!”

Linda, via Google

“I appreciate your orientation in service to community and at reasonable cost. Plus it is a pleasant little getaway to relax and be cared for in your lovely, welcoming space!”

G.K., via Square Feedback

NeurOptimal® Dynamical Neurofeedback® has been designated a low-risk General Wellness Product by the FDA. NeurOptimal® is a training tool and does not diagnose, treat, mitigate, prevent or cure any disease, disorder or abnormal physical state, nor does it restore, modify or correct the body’s structure or functioning. It is intended for general wellness use only.