About

Cheryl is board-certified (BCN) in neurofeedback and has been practicing neurofeedback over the last 10 years. Cheryl’s approach to mental health is holistic; addressing the mind and body interconnectedness as well as the interpersonal relationships and spiritual features with the people she works with.

She incorporates evidence based traditional and alternative therapies including cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapy. Cheryl added ART ( Accelerated Resolution Therapy); a therapy that can rapidly reduce a person's symptoms and help them get unstuck. She has level II training in ART. This therapy was born out of EMDR, it uses eye movements and typically is effective with fewer sessions than EMDR.

She is active in ISNR and participates in ongoing education regarding neurofeedback several times a year. She mentors other professionals pursuing board certification throughout the United States and Canada via video.

Asking for help is the most difficult and strongest step that we can take. Ken would be honored to help you take that first step in your journey.

Ken is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Some of his experience includes working with adults and adolescents in an acute inpatient setting and residential military unit for active duty and veterans. He has assisted clients in the treatment of anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and a variety of different disorders.

Ken’s therapeutic approach is collaborative and holistic, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapy. His approach can help in the treatment of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transition, stress management, and many different areas of concern. Ken is EMDR certified- (Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) which is a fast and effective intervention.

Ken believes that everyone has the power within to heal themselves, but at times we all need some assistance to unlock this ability. Ken’s warmth helps create a safe, non-judgmental space, which will allow individuals to fully explore all aspects of their lives.

Ken assists individuals along their journey of healing, by helping to guide them to a new perspective creating insight to let go of what is no longer serving our true self. While providing nutrients for growth and clearer vision for a healthy fulfilling life.

Ken is married and has one child. He enjoys spending time with his family traveling, going to VCU basketball games, and watching his child play sports. Ken also enjoys gardening, tinkering in the garage, and home improvement projects.

Marissa Resmini graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts from Virginia Commonwealth University’s Department of Music (her instrument focuses were the violin and classical guitar). She is thrilled to be part of the Brainiac Wellness team as a Neurofeedback Technician where she provides neurofeedback under Cheryl's supervision. Marissa has been practicing neurofeedback for over 2 years and brings years of experience in both customer service and music education to help provide a welcoming environment for training sessions.

Rae Filla has a rich background in mental health, holding a degree in Social Work with a minor in Sociology. With years of experience in the field, she has completed a 200-hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training and is fully certified in Breathwork. Rae is currently pursuing her Somatic Experiencing Practitioner training and has also been studying Touch Work. Passionate about alternative healing modalities, she has recently discovered Neurofeedback, which has deepened her understanding of the mind-body-spirit connection. Rae is dedicated to helping clients enhance their self-connection and feels grateful for the opportunity to connect with others on their healing journeys.

Sofia Eskola is currently pursuing a Masters degree in clinical psychology at VCU and will be working under the supervision of licensed professionals. Sofia assists with client intake assessments, participates in therapy sessions, and supports clients through various therapeutic activities. Sofia is an intern at Brainiac Wellness and is committed to providing compassionate, ethical care and is eager to expand her skills in a real-world setting. With strong communication and active listening abilities, she is well-equipped to engage with clients in a supportive and professional manner. Sofia grew up in Northern Virginia and pursued her undergraduate degree in psychology, while participating in college athletics, at Virginia Wesleyan University. She enjoys traveling, fishing, being outdoors, and spending time with her loved ones"