Institute for EEG-Neurofeedback

What Institute for EEG-Neurofeedback does

The Institute for EEG-Neurofeedback (IFEN) is a German private professional training and certification institute founded in 2008 by Thomas F. Feiner and headquartered near Munich (Baldham), Bavaria. The company delivers a four-module certification pathway (Modules 1-4) that trains physicians, psychologists, psychotherapists, occupational therapists, and other qualified healthcare professionals in EEG-based neurofeedback therapy and quantitative EEG (QEEG) diagnostics, with supplementary advanced workshops in ISF neurofeedback, BrainAvatar/sLORETA, NeuroMeditation, and condition-specific clinical applications. Revenue is generated entirely through professional services fees: one-time course payments ranging from EUR 40 (entry-level webinars) to EUR 1,750 (Module 1 intensive), with Modules 2-4 priced at EUR 250-750, advanced workshops at EUR 750-1,589, and symposium attendance at EUR 175-299, plus recurring mentoring and BCIA certification preparation services.

IFEN's underlying technology stack centers on EEG-based neurofeedback training, augmented by proprietary assets developed at the in-house IFEN Neuroscience Lab, including the Free-Cap-EEG hardware system and the ERP Analyzer software for event-related potential analysis. The institute distributes its training through 8 in-person locations across Germany, a hybrid site in Madrid (Spain), an annual symposium in Switzerland, and a multilingual online learning platform (neurofeedback-academy.com) supporting German, English, Spanish, Italian, and Romanian delivery. Customer acquisition combines direct website enrollment, HubSpot-driven booking, paid digital advertising (Google, Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok), partnerships with professional bodies (BCIA, BED e.V.) and universities (Università Europea di Roma, Universidade do Porto, Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca), and an alumni-driven referral channel via the public Therapeutenliste directory.

Name

Institute for EEG-Neurofeedback

Legal name

Thomas Feiner, Institut für EEG-Neurofeedback

Website

https://neurofeedback-info.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

IFEN is a German professional training institute founded in 2008 that certifies healthcare professionals in EEG-based neurofeedback and QEEG diagnostics through a four-module curriculum, advanced workshops, and multilingual in-person and online delivery across Germany, Spain, and Switzerland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Neurofeedback Training and Certification

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Behavioral Health & Counseling (Social Work, Psychology, Substance Use CE) (EDAAALAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Neurologic Rehabilitation (Stroke, TBI, Parkinson’s, MS) (HSADAIAC)

Keywords

• Neurofeedback training programs
• EEG certification courses
• QEEG brain mapping
• Clinical neurofeedback education
• Professional biofeedback training

Headquarters

HQ city

Munich (Baldham)

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Professional Neurofeedback Certification Training: Multi-module certification program (Modules 1-4) for becoming a certified neurofeedback therapist. Module 1 is a 5-day intensive course (40 training units) with theoretical and practical components. Certification is awarded upon completion of internship, supervision with a personal mentor, and examination.
2. Continuing Education Courses and Workshops: Advanced workshops including QEEG interpretation, ISF neurofeedback, BrainAvatar, sLORETA, Z-Score training, NeuroMeditation, and clinical assessment courses (Swingle Assessment). Delivered in German, English, and Spanish.
3. Webinars: Single-session webinars covering neurofeedback approaches for specific conditions (ADHD, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, autism) as well as QEEG introduction courses. Offered in multiple languages.
4. Mentoring and Clinical Supervision: Individual and group mentoring sessions for neurofeedback therapy protocols, BCIA certification preparation, and QEEG-D certification mentoring.
5. IFEN Symposium: Annual professional symposium on innovations in neurofeedback and QEEG, held in Switzerland. Includes networking, expert presentations, and hands-on sessions.
6. Online Self-Paced Training: Flexible online Module 1 certification program with 3-month platform availability and planned group Zoom sessions, counting toward IFEN and BCIA certification.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

IFEN operates a professional training and certification institute that teaches healthcare professionals (physicians, psychologists, psychotherapists, occupational therapists) how to deliver EEG-based neurofeedback therapy. Its core offering is a four-module certification pathway (Module 1 foundational course, Module 2 internship, Module 3 supervision, Module 4 examination) supplemented by specialized QEEG, ISF, BrainAvatar, and NeuroMeditation workshops, webinars, mentoring, and BCIA certification preparation. Training is delivered via in-person courses in multiple German cities plus online and hybrid formats in German, English, Spanish, Italian, and Romanian.

Product overview

The Institute for EEG-Neurofeedback (IFEN) operates as a professional training and certification organization rather than a software product company. Its primary offerings consist of educational courses and certifications for healthcare professionals seeking to become qualified neurofeedback therapists. The core product is the four-module Neurofeedback-Therapeut certification program (Module 1-4), which provides comprehensive training from foundational EEG concepts through supervised practical application and examination. This is complemented by specialized courses in Quantitative EEG (QEEG), Infra-Slow Fluctuation (ISF) Neurofeedback, BrainAvatar software training, and NeuroMeditation. The organization also offers webinars on specific clinical applications (ADHD, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, autism), exam mentoring, group supervision sessions, and hosts an annual professional symposium. Secondary services include a therapist directory for connecting patients with certified practitioners and an online equipment shop (Neurofeedback-Partner). The BCIA Board Certification is offered as a recognized international credential pathway. IFEN has developed proprietary tools including the Free-Cap-EEG system and ERP Analyzer for neurocognitive diagnostics, though these are specialized instruments rather than commercial software products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Neurofeedback Therapist Certification (Modules 1-4)
• QEEG Courses (Quantitative EEG)
• ISF Neurofeedback Courses
• BrainAvatar Courses
• IFEN Webinars
• NeuroMeditation Training
• IFEN Symposium
• Mentoring and Clinical Supervision
• Online Self-Paced Module 1 Certification

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 300 workshops and webinars conducted worldwide since 2008
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NEPSA (Neurologisches Rehabilitationszentrum)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNEPSA is a neurological rehabilitation center in Salamanca, Spain, where Dr. Ruben Perez Elvira serves as Director. The partnership involves clinical collaboration in neurofeedback rehabilitation and IFEN's Spanish-language training programs.
• Global Neurofeedback Initiative (GNI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThomas Feiner is one of only 33 GNI lecturers worldwide, positioning IFEN as a key contributor to the international neurofeedback community and standards development.
• Fundación San ValerominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCentro San Valero is a non-profit educational institution focused on education, vocational training, and employability. The partnership supports IFEN's educational mission in Spain.
• Bundesverband für Ergotherapeuten e.V. (BED)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBED e.V. is a comprehensive organization for German occupational therapists. The partnership supports referral and professional network access for IFEN's neurofeedback training among occupational therapists.
• Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBCIA is a certification body for biofeedback and neurofeedback professionals. IFEN's training pathway is recognized by BCIA, and the institute offers BCIA certification preparation and mentoring.
• Universidade do PortominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAn internationally recognized public university in Portugal. The partnership supports IFEN's academic credibility and international research collaboration.
• medbo (Medizinische Einrichtungen Bezirk Oberpfalz)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMedical facilities in the Oberpfalz district regularly host introductory events on neurofeedback with Thomas Feiner, extending IFEN's reach into the medical community.
• Universidad Pontificia de SalamancaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA prestigious university focused on academic excellence and humanistic education. The partnership supports academic collaboration and professional training in neurofeedback.
• Foundation for Neurofeedback, Neuromodulation, and Research (FNNR)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThomas Feiner serves as a board member of FNNR, collaborating with international experts to advance progress in cognitive health, aging research, and performance optimization.
• Università Europea di RomacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIFEN collaborates with this university for a Master's program in Neurofeedback and Biofeedback, with IFEN's own instructor (Silvia Fois) serving as the Scientific Director of the program.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Peak Brain Institute: Peak Brain Institute offers neurofeedback training and certification programs for practitioners. It is a direct comparable in delivering structured certification pathways for healthcare professionals seeking to integrate neurofeedback into practice.
• Zengar Institute (NeurOptimal): Zengar offers NeurOptimal neurofeedback training and certification for practitioners globally. Like IFEN, it operates a structured certification pathway plus equipment sales, targeting the same healthcare professional audience.
• Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA): BCIA is the international certification body for biofeedback and neurofeedback professionals. IFEN's training pathway is BCIA-recognized, and the institute offers BCIA certification preparation — making BCIA both a partner and the benchmark standard-setter in IFEN's training market.
• EEG Spectrum: EEG Spectrum is a US-based training and consulting provider for neurofeedback and QEEG. It serves the same healthcare professional audience (psychologists, therapists, physicians) with comparable certification-style course offerings.

Broad incumbents

• NeuroCare Group: NeuroCare is a broader neurotechnology and clinical services company that incorporates neurofeedback into its portfolio. It is a wider-scope incumbent that competes for the same clinical mindshare in neurofeedback-enabled treatment.
• International Society for Neurofeedback and Research (ISNR): ISNR is the leading international professional organization for neurofeedback researchers and clinicians. While it focuses on research dissemination and conferences rather than commercial training, it is a key stakeholder in the same professional community IFEN serves.

Others

• BrainMaster Technologies: BrainMaster is an EEG hardware and software vendor commonly used in neurofeedback practice. While not a direct training competitor, it is part of the same ecosystem, and IFEN's equipment shop puts it adjacent to this supplier category.

Emerging players

• Myndlift: Myndlift is a remote/home-based neurofeedback training platform serving clinicians and consumers. It overlaps with IFEN's professional training mission by enabling practitioners to deliver neurofeedback, but does so through a software/PLG model rather than in-person certification.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/watch?v=NIhv_4GP4eA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/institute-for-eeg-neurofeedback

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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