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Non-Medical Approach to Help Kids and Adults in
Columbus

Strengthen how the brain actually works, so attention, behavior, social and executive functions improve together.

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Explore the Brain Balance
Program in Columbus 

It's never too early—or too late—to build a stronger, faster, more connected brain.

Who We Help

We have helped more than 50,000 individuals get to the root of their struggles and achieve lasting improvements in the following areas.

Brain Balance Has a Non-Medical Approach to Help Your Child

Brain Balance is the leading drug-free program designed to help kids improve focus, behavior, social skills, anxiety, and academic performance. Our comprehensive programming incorporates learnings from cognitive, behavioral and nutrition fields—an integrated approach that is literally redefining what’s possible.

Is something blocking your child’s social, behavioral or academic progress? Brain Balance picks up where conventional approaches leave off, going beyond the treatment of symptoms to address root causes. At Brain Balance, we’re not about coping with barriers. We’re about knocking them down, one small breakthrough at a time.

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Location

116 Dillmont Drive (Corner of 23 N & Lazelle Rd. E) Columbus, OH 43235

Phone

614-654-3399

Hours

Mon, Wed, Thurs: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Tues: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri: 9:00 AM - Noon

About the Brain Balance
Program Columbus 

The Brain Balance Program is made up of physical and sensorimotor exercises, academic skills training and healthy nutrition. It is tailored to the needs of your child, and delivered in a uniquely systematic approach that you'll be hard pressed to find anywhere else.

 

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A Whole-Brain Approach

The program engages the brain and body together, through sensory engagement, physical development and academic learning activities.

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Personalized to Your Child’s Challenges

The program is tailored to your child’s needs and development level, delivered with the frequency and duration needed to drive meaningful change.

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Coaching & Support

Our coaches will personally guide you through the program, including evaluating progress and leveling up as your child advances.

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1:1 Nutrition Sessions

A Nutrition Coach will help customize a healthy nutrition plan fit for your child's lifestyle and needs.

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On-Demand Resources

You’ll have access to a Program Portal where you can view on demand helper videos, nutrition content, and program resources.

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Program Format

Your child can work onsite at your local Brain Balance Center with our coaches three times per week. We also offer an at-home virtual option that is parent-led. You'll have weekly video check-ins from your program coach.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our services.

Do you accept insurance?

Do you accept insurance?

Brain Balance is not a medical program and does not provide a diagnosis, nor is it covered by health insurance. Our staff are all trained and certified through Brain Balance, and can receive additional certifications as Board Certified Cognitive Coaches, and Behavior Management through outside accrediting agencies.

Is there any research behind the program?

Is there any research behind the program?

Harvard University’s McLean Hospital completed a study which demonstrated that the Brain Balance Program is as effective as stimulant medication in alleviating ADHD symptoms among children. Cambridge Brain Sciences also collaborated with Brain Balance on a study the results of which show that children who completed three months of the Brain Balance Program displayed significant improvements in cognition, particularly in areas of memory, reasoning, verbal ability, and concentration. Research published in the Journal of Mental Health and Clinical Psychology found that the Brain Balance Program is an effective, non-drug option for improving mental well-being, specifically in areas including overall happiness, emotional functioning, anxiety and social engagement.

Learn more about our ongoing research.

How long is the program?

How long is the program?

The program length is tailored to each child's unique needs. An initial assessment will help determine your child's program needs and cost. You'll also get a better understanding of how your child's challenges can improve. To schedule an assessment, complete our form here and we will reach out to you.

Our Team

Get to know our staff at Brain Balance Columbus 

Bobby Bogantz

Bobby Bogantz

Program Director

Bobby is a Brain Balance veteran, starting as a Sensorimotor Coach for several years and growing into a program director and has a deep background in both child and adult developmental disabilities. Bobby received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biology and a minor in Exercise Science from Ohio Dominican University where he was a two-sport collegiate athlete. His favorite part about working at Brain Balance is developing relationships with students and watching their progression as their full potential unlocks!

Monica Chizek

Monica Chizek

Center Director

Monica's passion has always been working with children. She has over 30 years experience with children of all ages in a variety of settings including the classroom, coaching, tutoring, in-home, and one to one. She has degrees in Early Childhood Development and Psychology along with years of experience and training in early intervention, developmental delays, special needs, ADHD, behavior challenges and autism. Monica came to Brain Balance of Columbus to help children and their families with their development at a deeper level. She is very passionate about supporting our Brain Balance families as they experience the amazing changes that are happening as students move through their programs. When Monica is not at Brain Balance, she and her husband Michael have 5 beautiful children and three dogs that they enjoy spoiling.

Brain Balance Center of Columbus 

Real change starts here. Here’s what the Brain Balance program actually looks like for your family. 

Step 1: Your Child’s Comprehensive Assessment
Step 2: A Personalized Program Built for Your Child
Step 3: Ongoing Coaching & Measurable Progress

Ready to see what's possible?

STEP 1

Schedule a call
(70+ locations nationwide)

STEP 2

Book an assessment
(See exactly what's going on)

STEP 3

Get a personalized plan
(Built for your family)

Research Partners & Publications

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications
Psychiatry Research
Cambridge Brain Sciences
Journal of Mental Health and Clinical Psychology
Journal for the Study of Education
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Harvard Medical School
McLean
Frontiers in Psychology
Frontiers

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Research Shows Brain Balance is Effective

A Harvard study found that kids who participated in the Brain Balance Program saw a significant reduction in ADHD index scores, discernible changes in hyperactivity, enhanced cognitive attention, and reductions in oppositional behavior.

We are continually collaborating with world class researchers to show the efficacy of the program and reveal through data how the Brain Balance Program can help children, teens and adults improve.

Events

Brain Balance of Columbus Events

When it comes to the Brain Balance Program, we believe that community involvement is important for giving families the tools they need to help their children reach their full potential. Join us for community events at the Brain Balance Achievement Center of Columbus! We hope to see you there.

Webinar Events

Every month we offer a free webinar on a common struggle that children and young adults across the country may experience. Each of these webinars offers information, actionable strategies for change, as well as a deeper understanding of WHY these challenges are happening and how to address the root cause.
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