Biofeedback Therapists

Certification or Licensing

The Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA) was created to establish and maintain standards for practitioners who use biofeedback and to certify practitioners who meet those standards. The organization offers biofeedback and neurofeedback certifications for individuals who already hold a healthcare degree, as well as a technician-level certifications for individuals without a health degree, but who work for a licensed and BCIA-certified professional. Both include an option to obtain certification by prior experience.

The BCIA explains that entry level certification "is designed for the professional who can document a minimum of a BA/BS in a health care field and who has less than five years of experience using biofeedback with patients/clients."

At this time, BCIA certification is not mandatory, but it is recommended. In addition to its general program, the BCIA offers specialty certifications in heart rate variability and pelvic muscle dysfunction biofeedback. Visit https://www.bcia.org/modalities-comparison-chart for more information.