Biofeedback Therapy for Stress Management, Peak Performance & Well-Being | NYC, NY, NJ or Online
Biofeedback helps you tune into your body’s stress response and learn how to regulate it - improving focus, sleep, anxiety, and resilience. Our NYC-based therapists use science-backed tools to help you perform better at work, school, sports, and in everyday life.
Evidence-Based Care
Certified Biofeedback Therapy Grounded in CBT
Inclusive & Affirming
LGBTQIA+, Multilingual Therapists
Virtual or In-Person
No Waitlist, In-Person, Virtual & Hybrid Biofeedback
If you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or persistent physical tension, you're not alone. These challenges can take a toll on both your mind and body, affecting your overall well-being and quality of life. At Aspire Psychotherapy, we offer biofeedback training as a powerful tool to help you gain greater control over your body’s stress response. By learning to regulate your physiological reactions, you can reduce anxiety, manage stress more effectively, and improve your overall health.
Who Can Benefit From Biofeedback Therapy?
Biofeedback can benefit a wide range of individuals. It's especially helpful for those who feel trapped in a chronic state of fear, anxiety, or stress, as well as professionals in high-stress, high-performance jobs. If you experience intense emotions and are looking for better ways to cope, biofeedback can support you in building emotional resilience. Athletes of all competition levels can use biofeedback to improve performance, while students struggling with test anxiety or general stress can find relief through these techniques. Creative professionals, from actors and directors to architects and designers, can also benefit from increased focus and emotional balance. Additionally, biofeedback offers a non-medication approach for anyone looking to enhance both physical and mental health.
Our Approach to Biofeedback
Our experts take a holistic approach to biofeedback training, focusing not just on the technology but on your overall mental health and well-being. Biofeedback is a powerful tool that helps you regulate emotions, reduce anxiety, and enhance performance, but it’s only one piece of the puzzle. Your personalized treatment plan may also incorporate techniques like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and other evidence-based therapies to ensure a well-rounded approach to your care.
Our biofeedback services are led by Brie Scolaro, LCSW, who brings a unique perspective with their background in collegiate sports and expertise in Sports Social Work. Brie understands the discipline and dedication required to make lasting behavioral changes, making them uniquely equipped to guide you through this process. Whether you're looking to manage stress, improve focus, or enhance performance, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
What Biofeedback Training Can Help With
Reducing anxiety
Elevating performance
Improving focus and attention (helpful for ADHD)
Lowering physical symptoms of stress
Regulating heart rate and breathing
Enhancing emotional regulation and resilience
Managing chronic pain and fatigue
Improving sleep quality
Getting Started with Biofeedback at Aspire Psychotherapy
Biofeedback is a short-term training program, typically lasting 8-12 sessions, designed to help you better understand and manage your body’s stress response. During these sessions, your clinician will guide you through the process, attaching a small sensor to your finger or ear to measure your heart rate and other physiological responses. This data is sent to a computer that provides real-time feedback through sounds, images, or other cues, helping you recognize how your body reacts to stress.
You’ll learn how to use this information to develop practical skills that promote relaxation and improve both your physical and mental well-being. Your journey begins with a Baseline Psychophysiological Assessment, which allows us to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your symptoms and goals. Biofeedback sessions can be done in our office, and we also offer at-home equipment so you can continue practicing and building confidence in managing stress wherever you are.
Meet Our Clinical Directors
Dr. Anya Scolaro, Psy.D. (she/her), Clinical Director, Certified Neurofeedback Provider
Dr. Scolaro is a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director of Aspire. Her approach to therapy focuses on the intersection of LGBTQIA+ identity and anxiety, OCD and ADHD. With her extensive training in diagnosis, assessment and treatment planning, Dr. Scolaro meets with each new patient to personally match you with a clinician on our team. She offers counseling services for individuals, couples, and families. Her therapeutic approach is non-judgmental and client-centered, creating a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. Dr. Scolaro is dedicated to helping clients feel empowered and achieve self-acceptance, utilizing evidence-based practices and mindfulness techniques.
Brie Scolaro, LCSW, (they/them), Co-Director, Certified Biofeedback Therapist
Brie Scolaro, LCSW, is a nonbinary identified clinical social worker and the Co-Director of Aspire. They specialize in action-focused, behavioral therapies for perfectionism, performance anxiety, fear of failure, executive function, ADHD and more. With extensive experience in therapy for anxiety, goal-setting and life transitions. Brie understands the unique needs of the LGBTQ community, including diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. They are dedicated to creating a judgment-free environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings freely. Brie also offers therapeutic services like biofeedback therapy for emotional regulation and sports psychology for athletes, ensuring everyone finds the right therapist for their journey.
Ready to Receive Support? Begin Biofeedback Therapy in NYC, NY or Virtually Today
This isn’t just about starting “therapy” - it’s about finding a safe space to face difficult emotions and thoughts. It’s about allowing someone to see you when you are vulnerable, and trusting that they can help you through that process towards real change.
Fill out our quick form to book your New Client Intake (Virtual - 30 Min - $175) with an Aspire director.
What Our Clients Have to Say
“After suffering my whole life and then having what I’d constitute as a mental breakdown, I’m living generally an anxiety free life without using medication.”
“I was having anxiety, panic attacks and insomnia last year and started seeking help. I am now a much more balanced, mindful and calm person who feels empowered with an armada of useful strategies and techniques to manage and regulate stressful situations in my life.”
“Dr. Scolaro is an incredibly gifted therapist who has helped me learn and practice vital CBT skills that have changed my life”
Other Services We Offer
Anxiety Treatment
Athletes & Sports Psychology
ADHD & Executive Function
We offer telehealth and hybrid therapy sessions at two locations in New York State. Reach out today to schedule your intake appointment and start seeing your therapist remotely or in-person.
Office Locations in NYC and the Hudson Valley
Upper East Side Office - Manhattan
312 E 85th St Suite 1A, New York, NY 10028
Hudson Valley Office - Stone Ridge
Healing Arts Center, 3457 Main St Floor 2, Stone Ridge, NY 12484
