The Brain Development Podcast
The Brain Development Podcast
Podcast Description
The Brain Development Podcast provides parents with a pathway to healing the behavioural and learning symptoms of their Autistic, Dyslexic, ADHD, OCD, Asperger's, Dyspraxic, and Dysgraphic child.
This podcast covers topics like building the foundation of the brain, correcting the behavioural and learning issues you see in your child with a neurodiverse child.
We shared parent success stories, expert insights, how the brain develops, what causes changes in a child's trajectory, how to help your child, gut health, microbiome, supplements, diet, nutrition, lab testing, visual and auditory systems, correcting the trajectory of a child with primitive reflexes, nervous system, photobiomodulation and so much more.
Join us to understand how you can help build your child's brain to let your child shine.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
Topics revolve around neurodevelopmental disorders in children, including Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and more, with episodes exploring early intervention strategies, dietary impacts on brain health, and the significance of the gut-brain connection, such as the episode on A Mother's Story of Transforming Her Child's Life Through Nutrition and Therapy.
The Brain Development Podcast provides parents with a pathway to healing the behavioural and learning symptoms of their Autistic, Dyslexic, ADHD, OCD, Asperger’s, Dyspraxic, and Dysgraphic child.
This podcast covers topics like building the foundation of the brain, correcting the behavioural and learning issues you see in your child with a neurodiverse child.
We shared parent success stories, expert insights, how the brain develops, what causes changes in a child’s trajectory, how to help your child, gut health, microbiome, supplements, diet, nutrition, lab testing, visual and auditory systems, correcting the trajectory of a child with primitive reflexes, nervous system, photobiomodulation and so much more.
Join us to understand how you can help build your child’s brain to let your child shine.
DESCRIPTION
Lara welcomes Dr. Michael Trayford, a board-certified chiropractic neurologist and neurofeedback specialist, to explore innovative ways to address the neurological challenges faced by neurodiverse children. Drawing on his work at Apex Brain Centers, Dr. Trayford emphasizes finding root causes rather than chasing symptoms. They discuss modern diagnostics—including QEEG and sLORETA—and why neuroplasticity sits at the heart of meaningful rehabilitation.
The conversation breaks down intensive treatment models and how combining physical, neurological, cognitive, and metabolic interventions can accelerate change. They also cover the roles of diet, environmental exposures, and collaborative care in optimizing brain health and function.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Holistic, Root-Cause Focus: Start with history, lifestyle, and neurological function to guide targeted care.
Intensity Matters: Short, immersive programs can drive stronger neuroplastic changes than weekly sessions.
Data-Driven Plans: Tools like QEEG and sLORETA help pinpoint where and how to intervene.
Integrated Care: Bridging neuroscience, mental health, and nutrition improves outcomes—metabolic health is a must-address.
BEST MOMENTS
“My purpose is to help empower parents to understand how they can build their child’s brain from the bottom up to invoke change.” – Lara
“If you don’t have proper neural communication, there’s only so much improvement you can have.” – Dr. Trayford
“Neuroplasticity dictates we remain mouldable.” – Dr. Trayford
“If we’re not addressing the metabolic, we’re missing the boat.” – Dr. Trayford
HOST BIO
Lara Barnes is a tech leader turned functional-neurology advocate after helping her son overcome behavioural, learning, and speech challenges. The Building the Brain Podcast equips parents with practical strategies to help children thrive.
GUEST BIO
Dr. Michael S. Trayford is a Board-Certified Chiropractic Neurologist (DACNB) and Neurofeedback Specialist with 25+ years in advanced functional neurology. Trained at SUNY (BSc) and New York Chiropractic College (DC), with postgraduate work through the Carrick Institute, he developed a multimodal intensive brain rehabilitation approach centred on neuroplasticity and founded Apex Brain Centers. He is a published contributor, international lecturer, and serves on advisory boards in neuroregulation and dementia care.
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