We’re Celebrating 50 Years Strong!
Welcome to the
Biofeedback Society of Texas
Since 1976, the Biofeedback Society of Texas (BST) has brought together clinicians, researchers, and educators who are passionate about advancing the science and practice of biofeedback, neurofeedback, and self-regulation. Our community is dedicated to promoting evidence-based techniques that enhance health, learning, performance, and personal growth.
Through high-quality education, training, and collaboration, BST supports professional excellence and fosters innovation across disciplines. We are committed to sharing research, insights, and resources that expand understanding of biofeedback while upholding ethical practice, inclusivity, and respect for human dignity.
Join us as we continue building connections, supporting practitioners, and shaping the future of biofeedback in Texas and beyond.
The Biofeedback Society of Texas is excited to invite you to join our upcoming conference, Evolving Self-Regulation through Enduring Skills and New Technology, taking place April 2nd and 3rd, 2027, in Arlington, Texas.
We are excited to reconnect and continue strengthening the professional relationships that sustain our work in biofeedback, neurofeedback, and mind-body care. Our organization hopes you will consider joining us, whether as an attendee, presenter, volunteer, or all three! Your presence and participation are what makes this community resilient and thriving.
Join us in 2027!
Lunch, Learn, and Earn
Join us virtually at 12 CST on November 19th, 2026 as Ross Spears, PhD, LPC and Emma Tharp, MS, BCN-L, LPC-Associate share how therapeutic relationships grounded in a Relational-Cultural Theory (RCT) orientation promote client wellbeing and enhance the various stages of the neurofeedback process. Participants will be eligible to receive one CEU credit for attending. To register, click the webinar’s graphic.
Ross Spears, PhD, LPC, is an Assistant Professor of Counseling at the University of Texas at Tyler and currently serves as president of the Biofeedback Society of Texas.
Emma Tharp, MS, BCN-L, LPC-Associate, is a doctoral student at UT San Antonio, where she is pursuing a terminal degree in Counselor Education and Supervision. She continues to assist and supervise the university’s neurofeedback research lab.
Join us on Thursday, November 19th, 2026, for an hour of learning from current BST President, Dr. Ross Spears, LPC, and doctoral candidate Emma Tharp, MS, BCN-L, LPC-Associate. Their discussion, “Regulation through Connection: The Role of Relationships in Neurofeedback,” will explore how authenticity, cultural humility, and mutual empowerment support client wellbeing and reinforce the stages of the neurofeedback process. Eligible participants will receive one hour of general CEU credit. Those who register will receive a Zoom Link one week leading up to the scheduled webinar.
$15 - Current BST Members
$25 - Non-BST Members
Message From The President
I am thrilled to share that the Biofeedback Society of Texas (BST) is officially back and revitalized! As I reflect on the trailblazers who helped establish and grow this society since its founding in 1976, I recognize the privilege of serving as the organization’s current president. Our board has been hard at work laying the foundation to reconnect, grow, and support professionals like you who are passionate about biofeedback, neurofeedback, and other self-regulation modalities.
In the coming weeks, we will be rolling out exciting updates on society membership, continuing education opportunities, and our annual conference. Our hope is that the new BST website is a premier destination for professionals to access resources, stay informed, and connect with colleagues across Texas.
From my own educational and clinical experience, I have witnessed how biofeedback modalities humanize clients’ experiences, enhance overall wellbeing, and serve as a bridge for traditionally underserved populations. These experiences remind me daily of the power of self-regulation; not only as a set of techniques but as a means of empowerment, healing, and connection.
This is a pivotal moment for Texas and the surrounding community. Whether you are a past member, a student, or newly exploring the field, I invite you to join us as we move forward in strengthening our collective impact and shaping the future of biofeedback together.
Ross Spears, PhD, LPC
President, Biofeedback Society of Texas
Networking and Education
We offer and sponsor continuing education programs to address the needs of active practitioners and their student communities. From training on the latest technology to online and in-person educational seminars, we help our members make their practices safe, supported, and successful.
Resources
Education happens within the context of a larger community. Our approach extends beyond the school to help ensure practitioners and students have the necessary support to do their best learning.