Clinic for Special Children

06/16/2026

Quantitative EEG & Neurofeedback Program at the Clinic --

Brain Mapping has been a long time resource for Clinicians who seek to find a root problem in the brain and assist in retraining it!

This is how it works at the Clinic:
The patient will come into our treatment room and be seated at a table by our Brainmaster qEEG equipment. The first step in recording a qEEG is preparation. The skin above the eyebrows and the ear lobe are prepped with a painless gel to remove dead skin cells from the surface of the forehead and ears. The patient will then put a treatment hat on with built in electrodes (similar to a swim cap).

Process

The wells of the electrodes are then filled with a flat-tip needle loaded with electrode gel, to establish a better connection. Once this is complete, recording starts. The patient then will be instructed to stay as still as possible while recording, 10 minutes eyes open, and then 10 minutes eyes closed.

QEEG

Quantitative EEG is the software analysis of regular EEG data. The QEEG detailed software analysis allows us to visualize surface brain activity in a way that is not apparent with routine EEG’s. QEEG can elegantly identify areas of brain under- or over functioning, localize brain injury, identify dysregulation and seizures.

Result?

The recorded data is then processed through software to generate a brain map, which establishes a training protocol to treat conditions such as ADHD or OCD. Analysis of the qEEG recording takes approximately 1-2 weeks. Once the qEEG is interpreted and the brain map is constructed, the protocol for treatment is developed.

Want to find out how Neurofeedback can help you? Contact Ryan for more info at 910-319-7744 x15 or [email protected]

06/16/2026

We only have a few spots left for the pilot program, and we will add names to a waitlist after it is full! IEIP is a quick, painless & easy protocol which studies have shown effective in trageting Autism and other Neuro issues. Call or email Ryan for more info! 910-319-7744 x15 [email protected]

06/16/2026

We are glad to see Spellers in the headlines - growing awereness to this vital solution for our non-verbal community! We have a local Spellers community Connection - check it out!

After an amendment was made to New York's Communication Bill of Rights, the nonspeaking community raised questions about donations made to Sen. Patricia Fahy’s campaign. NBC News' Vicky Nguyen investigates.

06/16/2026

Mast Cells and Autism: A vital read.

🌼 Mast Cells & Autism

Mast cells are immune cells that help protect the body, but when overactive, they can release inflammatory chemicals that affect the brain, gut, and behavior. Mast cell activation is increasingly linked to autism and may play a role in symptoms like anxiety, brain fog, and sensory challenges. Identifying triggers and calming the immune response can help support better regulation and overall well-being.

🧠 Watch for symptoms like flushing, headaches, brain fog, and skin reactions
⚠️ Recognize triggers such as foods, infections, stress, and environmental exposures
🧬 Understand how mast cells can impact the blood-brain barrier and drive inflammation
🥦 Use diet, supplements, and medications to help stabilize mast cells
🧘 Focus on reducing triggers and calming the immune system

🔗 Read more here: https://tacanow.org/family-resources/mast-cells-and-autism/

06/10/2026

Ever wonder how you can effect change? How you can make life better for North Carolinians with developmental disabilities or mental health issues? How to be an advocate for change?

YOU CAN! Join the State Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Meeting for thier next meeting (happening today!!)

Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 9:00 - 3:00 p.m. Register using the QR code!

The State Consumer and Family Advisory Committee (SCFAC) advises NCDHHS and the General Assembly on the planning and management of the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Use Services (DMH/DD/SUS).

The monthly meeting brings together individuals with lived experience of mental health, developmental disabilities, substance use, and traumatic brain injury (MH/DD/SU/TBI), as well as family members and advocates, to provide input and guidance in shaping policy and identifying service gaps.

Meetings include updates from state agencies, discussions on current issues impacting MH/DD/SU/TBI services, and opportunities for public comment. All SCFAC meetings are open to the public. Virtual and in-person attendance options are available.

06/09/2026

Food: Yes, it is THAT important. Read the study linked at the QR code to learn why food and mental health are intricately connected.

The Relationship Between Anti-inflammatory Diets and Mental Health Symptoms

Study: Anti-inflammatory Diets and Mental Health: A Scoping Review of Randomized Controlled Trials and Systematic Evidence Syntheses

DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2026.1795350

Published: 13/04/2026

Summary: Chronic inflammation has been linked to both physical and mental health conditions. While acute inflammation is a normal immune response that supports healing after injury or infection, chronic inflammation may contribute to the development of illnesses such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, autoimmune conditions, and cognitive decline. Research has also identified associations between chronic inflammation and mental health disorders including depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and anxiety. Stress appears to play an important role in this relationship, as chronic stress can activate the sympathetic nervous system and the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, increasing the production of inflammatory cytokines.

Read more at the QR code.

06/09/2026

Summer is a fantastic time to turn your child's ADHD into thier SUPERPOWER! Play Attention is available at the Clinic for Special Children. It's easy peasy, take home & play half-hour of video games😉Your kids will never know how well they are training thier brain! And it's not just for kids - adults with ADHD learn Executive Function Skills too!

Call or email Ryan for more info or to setup a demo session!
[email protected]
910-319-7744 X115

06/04/2026

We are SO excited to pilot a new therapeutic program, Intranasal Exosome Insufflation Protocol! The studies are fascinating and have shown measurable results. The Protocol is once weeekly, on Wednesdays, for 8 consecutive weeks. We only have 10 spots available. Please only reserve your spot if you can be at ALL of the sessions, otherwise, please save it for another person in need.

Leave a message for Ryan at 910-319-7744 X115 or email [email protected] for more information and to reserve your spot!

06/04/2026

Schedule a consulation today at [email protected]

According to Mental Health America, nearly 20% of American men experienced a mental health condition in the last year*, yet many still struggle to seek support.

Mental health conversations matter. So does access to effective, evidence-based care.

NeuroStar TMS therapy is an FDA-cleared, non-drug treatment option for adults with depression who haven’t found relief from traditional antidepressant medication.

06/02/2026

Dr Harum is a Medical Academy of Pediatrics & Special Needs - MAPS Provider and recommends this fantastic listen about Movement, Nutrition and Sleep - Keys to Healthy Kids!

Movement. Nutrition. Sleep.
Pediatric neurologist John Gaitanis, MD, FMAPS, explains that when these foundational elements are in place, medication burden often drops and targeted therapies work more effectively. This is not anti-medication; it is an approach that prioritizes addressing underlying physiology first.
This integrated approach is reinforced throughout the MAPS Conference, where clinicians examine how lifestyle inputs alongside medical interventions shape patient outcomes.
Click here to listen to the full episode:
👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4NJqRtdtR4ziu7sGrHBLe5...