You deserve a peaceful life without having to battle symptoms of a concussion or head injury. Most doctors prescribe medication and then send you home to deal with the side effects of the drugs. I can provide an effective alternative to medications with long-lasting results that will make you independently strong and able to regain your life.

LifeWise is located is Danvers Massachusetts, but I have helped people from all around Boston and the North Shore Including Manchester, Gloucester, Ipswich, Beverly, Wenham, Hamilton, Middleton, Boxford, and the greater Boston area.

I have helped many others recover from:

• Post-Concussion Syndrome
• Headaches
• Memory & Focus Issues
• Sleep Issues & Insomnia
• Anxiety

Using expert tools including:

• Neurofeedback
• Biofeedback
• Stress Management
• Relaxation Training
• Yoga Therapy
• Mindfulness
• Solution-Focused Therapy

Concussion Expert At Your Service

My name is Dr. David Helfand. Most clients call me Dr H. I have been helping people to improve their brain function for over 10 years. I started my studies with meditation and yoga, and eventually added Neurofeedback and health psychology to get my clients better and faster results. I work hard to get everyone relief as soon as possible while also making sure the results last as long as possible.

My mission is to help people live a happy and fulfilling life. I look forward to working with you on these goals and helping you make positive changes in your life.

Talk with Dr H

“I was having bad post-concussion symptoms ranging from difficulty sleeping to mental fatigue to a constant sense of brain fog. I went and saw a lot of different doctors and never got the therapy I needed. I found Dr. Helfand at LifeWise and I was initially very impressed, so I started neurofeedback as soon as possible. My brain is now functioning the way it used to, and I can confidently say I feel like myself again. I am so thankful I have met the people at LifeWise and been able to recover from my concussions before I head to college this fall. Neurofeedback has significantly improved my quality of life, and I believe it could help many more people with their problems.”
-Mike

Your Path To Wellness

Most doctors and providers focus on symptoms and disease instead of health and wellness. The reason I have such a high success rate is that I do the exact opposite: we work together to create positive changes in your life by focusing on your strengths and what adds value and joy. In order to help you achieve your goals, we will follow a few steps:
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1. We begin with an intake process. I will ask you to complete a written questionnaire before our first meeting so that I can understand your health history and goals more thoroughly.
2. If we agree that I am the best person to help move you forward, the next step is a Brain Map in my office. This will help me better identify why you are experiencing your symptoms and how to resolve them with you.
3. Following the results of the brain map, I will create a customized plan for you. This can include any of the services I offer such as neurofeedback training in my office or at your own home, therapy or coaching sessions, online education, coordination with your other providers, or a referral to another wellness practitioner.
4. We will periodically review and assess your progress together and fine tune it to maximize your results.

I offer session-by-session services or packaged plans and memberships. During your initial intake, we will discuss these options together and determine which plan will give you the best results.

Learn More

My approach to wellness includes a combination of biofeedback, neurofeedback, mindfulness, therapy, and wellness coaching. The combined process has proven to have powerful results. At times, people have also wanted just a single service to compliment what they are already receiving. I am happy to provide you with anything I can that will support you in achieving your goals.

​Neurofeedback & ​Biofeedback

Your brain is the command center for your body. If your brain is off, then your life is off. Neurofeedback (also known as EEG-Biofeedback) allows me to gently train your brain and improve its function. You deserve to live better, and your brain health might be your ticket to that life. Your brain is like a symphony, and every brainwave is like an instrument. If one instrument is out of tune, the entire performance is ruined. The same is true with your brain. If your anxiety or fatigue wave is "louder" than everything else, then that is what you will experience.

Wellness Coaching & Therapy

Individualized care is the hallmark of our office. Even two people with a similar destination or goal will have different paths to get there. That is why we provide therapy and coaching to encourage you, help problem solve any challenges, and provide guidance to to reaching your goals.