We had the good fortune of connecting with Matthew Swartz-Vega and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Matthew, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
Witnessing the impact of mental health challenges, I was driven to create a space where individuals could find understanding, support, and resources to enhance their well-being. It’s my commitment to contribute to a healthier, happier community.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
Neurofeedback is an holistic approach to helping mental health issues. We look at brainwave frequency to help correlate physiological issues to brainwave function such as anxiety. What sets me apart is my continuing education and listening to each individual person and taking care of what they want, not just what is needed. No, it was not easy. I overcame work challenges through resilience, adaptability, and a proactive mindset. Instead of viewing obstacles as roadblocks I saw them as opportunities to learn and grow. Seeking advice, staying focused on goals, and maintaining a positive attitude helped me navigate through challenges in my professional journey. I am a survivor. Being brought up in New York by a single mother had many challenges and obstacles. Moving to North Carolina at ten years old and starting a new life. The typical middle school stresses, and not knowing if you will ever fit in. The biggest challenge being diagnosed with epilepsy at twenty-one years old and having to redirect my entire career path. I am a survivor, and that is what I strive for with each individual client. As I like to say ” Turning Darkness Into Light.”

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My parents, they always supported me and told me to never give up on a dream. When I started my journey opening up Pure Brain I was nervous, scared and uneasy about the unknown. But having the support from my parents and other healthcare professionals believing in me is the only way I could have continued forward.

Website: http://www.wcncenter.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-swartz-vega-9b93951b6/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purebrainnc/

Image Credits
Maverick- Therapy dog

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