Brain Balance Center of Des Moines

We cannot say enough good things about Brain Balance of Des Moines. This program made a tremendous difference for our son—particularly with his anger, concentration, and overall focus. From the very beginning, the team truly listened to us as parents. They took our concerns seriously, offered thoughtful suggestions, and—just as importantly—affirmed that what we were experiencing as a family was normal. That reassurance alone meant so much. Emma went above and beyond in every way. She took the time (on multiple occasions!) to connect directly with our son’s school, helping develop appropriate and effective interventions for his IEP. She participated in Zoom calls with teachers and support staff to ensure everyone fully understood his needs and how best to support him. That level of advocacy and collaboration is rare and deeply appreciated. The entire Brain Balance team has been incredibly patient and intentional in building fun, positive relationships with our son. He genuinely looked forward to going each week—it became the highlight of his week, which says everything. Even though we live an hour and a half away, Donnie and Emma worked closely with our family to create a plan that truly fit our schedule and needs. We utilized a hybrid model: one in-center session per week, one Zoom session, and one session completed at home. That flexibility made all the difference and allowed us to fully commit to the program. If you’re considering Brain Balance and wondering if it’s worth it—our experience says absolutely yes. We are so grateful for this team and the lasting impact they’ve had on our son and our family.

Brain Balance has done miracles for my child, in combination with his regular play therapy my child has seen significant improvement. I saw a change in his behaviors within a month. We are no longer having extremely meltdowns throughout the day. I was at a loss and not sure what else to do until we found Brain Balance. The staff are extremely kind and they are more than flexible with scheduling. I hope to get my other children in the program as well.