Washington, D.C. Center for Neurocognitive Excellence

What Washington, D.C. Center for Neurocognitive Excellence does

Washington, D.C. Center for Neurocognitive Excellence (DCNE) is a private, founder-led mental health practice based in Washington, D.C. that specializes in the evaluation and treatment of ADHD in adults and children, with secondary services for anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Founded circa 2015 by Director Schuyler Cunningham, MSW, LICSW, BCN, the practice operates as The Washington, DC Center for Neurocognitive Excellence, LLC from a single physical office at 1627 K Street NW, Suite 500, supplemented by telehealth coverage of Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and a remote Baltimore service line launched in October 2024.

The practice's core technology is QEEG-guided neurofeedback. A 45-minute quantitative electroencephalogram using a 19-sensor cap records brain electrical activity and is converted into a Brain Map that drives personalized neurofeedback protocol selection. Training modalities include amplitude neurofeedback (targeting alpha, beta, theta, delta, and gamma frequencies), z-score neurofeedback (comparing activity against a normative database), and Infra-Slow Fluctuation (ISF) neurofeedback for stress regulation. Sessions run 45-60 minutes, typically requiring 25-40 sessions per course, with a follow-up QEEG at session 30 to measure progress. Diagnostic, therapeutic, and coaching service lines round out the offering, including comprehensive psychological assessments, adult and pediatric ADHD testing, EMDR therapy, and clinical supervision.

The business model is fee-for-service professional services with no direct insurance participation; clients pay at time of service and receive superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. Acquisition channels are direct-to-consumer (online booking, phone/text, free 15-minute consultations) plus healthcare professional referrals and organic content marketing via blog, LinkedIn, Facebook, and email newsletter. With 1-10 employees, no external funding, and a single-owner LLC structure, the practice operates as a boutique specialty clinic anchored by a BCIA Board Certified Neurofeedback provider.

Name

Washington, D.C. Center for Neurocognitive Excellence

Legal name

The Washington, DC Center for Neurocognitive Excellence, LLC

Website

https://adhd-center-dc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Washington, D.C. Center for Neurocognitive Excellence is a private Washington, D.C. mental health practice that provides ADHD assessment, therapy, QEEG-guided neurofeedback, EMDR, and coaching to adults and children across the DC Metro Area, with telehealth coverage of Maryland, Virginia, and Baltimore.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mental Health Services

NAICS

Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians) (621330)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Neurodevelopmental & Behavioral Therapy Platforms (ADHD/Autism/Behavioral Coaching) (HLALAEAJ)

Keywords

• ADHD assessment services
• Neurofeedback therapy
• QEEG brain mapping
• Psychological testing services
• Mental health counseling

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Clinical Services: Professional fee-for-service model including ADHD diagnostic evaluations, comprehensive psychological testing, neurofeedback training sessions, individual and group therapy, EMDR therapy, and coaching. Payment expected at time of service. Does not participate directly with insurance providers but provides superbills for out-of-network reimbursement.
2. Neurofeedback Sessions: Neurofeedback training sessions of 45-60 minutes, typically requiring 25-40 sessions for completion. Follow-up QEEGs included at session 30 to measure progress. $50 weekly discount offered for clients attending more than once per week.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Washington, D.C. Center for Neurocognitive Excellence provides comprehensive ADHD diagnostic evaluations, neurofeedback therapy using QEEG-guided brain mapping, individual therapy for anxiety and depression, EMDR therapy for trauma, psychological assessments, and ADHD-focused coaching. The practice serves adults and children in the DC Metro Area (DC, Maryland, Virginia) through in-person sessions at the K Street office and telehealth for therapy, EMDR, and ADHD testing.

Product overview

The Washington, D.C. Center for Neurocognitive Excellence (DCNE) operates as a mental health practice offering a unified suite of clinical services rather than a technology product. The core portfolio centers on ADHD assessment and treatment, with neurofeedback therapy as a primary offering distinguished by QEEG-guided precision. The service architecture combines diagnostic services (ADHD testing for adults and children, comprehensive psychological assessments) with therapeutic interventions (individual therapy for ADHD, anxiety, and depression), specialized neurofeedback protocols (for ADHD, depression, anxiety, and trauma), EMDR therapy, and coaching. The practice emphasizes a holistic approach where assessment informs treatment planning, and multiple service lines work together to address the full spectrum of neurocognitive and mental health needs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ADHD Therapy for Adults Individual therapy services specifically designed for adults with ADHD, focusing on identifying roadblocks and implementing behavioral strategies for change.
• Therapy for Anxiety Talk therapy services addressing anxiety disorders, including cognitive-behavioral approaches tailored to individual needs.
• Therapy for Depression Mental health counseling for depression and depressive symptoms, helping clients identify patterns, develop awareness, and create new responses.
• Neurofeedback Therapy QEEG-guided neurofeedback training that measures brainwave activity in real time to train the brain toward healthier patterns. Uses amplitude training, z-score neurofeedback, and infra-slow fluctuation (ISF) neurofeedback techniques.
• Neurofeedback for ADHD Specialized neurofeedback treatment for ADHD using QEEG brain mapping to identify dysregulation areas and train up to 19 brain sites simultaneously.
• Neurofeedback for Depression Neurofeedback treatment targeting depression, including Alpha/Theta training, z-score training, and ISF neurofeedback based on individual QEEG brain maps.
• Neurofeedback for Anxiety Neurofeedback therapy targeting anxiety by addressing elevated beta waves, training the brain to regulate stress response.
• Neurofeedback for Trauma Neurofeedback therapy for PTSD and trauma processing that works directly with the nervous system without requiring verbal disclosure of trauma.
• Comprehensive Psychological Assessment Thorough psychological testing and assessment services providing detailed evaluations needed for accommodations and diagnoses.
• ADD and ADHD Test for Adults Diagnostic evaluation for adults to determine presence of ADHD, using gold standard rating scales and computer-based testing for objectivity.
• ADD and ADHD Test for Children Assessment services for children and adolescents to evaluate for ADHD with thorough reporting of findings.
• EMDR Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy for trauma, using bilateral stimulation to reduce distress associated with traumatic memories.
• Coaching ADHD-focused coaching providing practical skills support for managing symptoms and improving daily functioning.
• Clinical Supervision Clinical supervision services for mental health professionals seeking professional development and licensure support.
• Alpha Theta Neurofeedback Training Neurofeedback protocol targeting alpha and theta brainwave frequencies to promote relaxation, creativity, and emotional well-being.

Quantifiable outcome

• ~50% of people who received neurofeedback for ADHD experienced meaningful symptom reductions with results lasting at least 12 months after treatment ended
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• InStride Health: Virtual specialty clinic for anxiety and OCD treatment, often co-occurring with ADHD. Comparable on virtual delivery of evidence-based therapy for neurodivergent and anxiety populations.
• Charlie Health: Virtual intensive outpatient program (IOP) for teens and young adults with mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, and trauma. Overlaps on the trauma/anxiety/depression treatment cohort served by DCNE.
• Brightside Health: Telehealth mental health provider treating anxiety, depression, and related conditions with medication and therapy. Overlaps on the anxiety/depression treatment segment DCNE addresses alongside its ADHD focus.

Direct peers

• Neurocore: Clinic chain offering QEEG-based brain performance assessments and neurofeedback training for ADHD, anxiety, sleep, and stress. Closely comparable on the QEEG/neurofeedback service architecture.
• The Drake Institute: Specialty clinic offering QEEG brain mapping and neurofeedback for ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, and related conditions. Closely matches DCNE's protocol-driven neurofeedback model and target patient population.
• Done: Subscription-based telehealth provider for ADHD diagnosis and ongoing stimulant/non-stimulant treatment. Competes directly for adult ADHD patients seeking streamlined access to evaluation and medication management.
• Amen Clinics: Multi-location psychiatric group known for SPECT/QEEG brain imaging and personalized treatment plans for ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Most directly comparable to DCNE on the QEEG-guided, brain-based diagnostic and neurofeedback positioning.
• Cerebral: Telehealth platform focused on ADHD, anxiety, and depression care with prescribing and counseling. Direct competitor in the ADHD diagnosis and treatment category, with a virtual-first delivery model.

Broad incumbents

• Talkspace: Large-scale online therapy platform connecting users to licensed therapists via messaging and live sessions. A broad incumbent in virtual therapy with overlapping ADHD, anxiety, and depression coverage.
• BetterHelp: Largest direct-to-consumer online counseling platform offering individual, couples, and teen therapy. Broad incumbent serving similar mental health conditions though without DCNE's neurofeedback specialization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/washington-dc-center-for-neurocognitive-excellence

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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