Dr. Mari K. Swingle PhD, RPsych, BCIA Senior Fellow
Dr. Mari K. Swingle, PhD, RPsych, BCIA Senior Fellow
Clinical Psychologist | Neurotherapist | Author | International Speaker
Dr. Mari K. Swingle is a renowned clinical psychologist and neurotherapist with over 25 years of experience in applied psychoneurophysiology and neurofeedback. She serves as the Director of the Swingle Clinic in Vancouver, Canada, where she specializes in treating a wide range of neurophysiological conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorders, addiction, and non-clinical peak performance. drmariswingle.com+2asadis.net+2aapb.org+2swingleclinic.com+3swingleclinic.com+3aapb.org+3
Education & Credentials:
- PhD and MA in Clinical Psychology (Fielding Graduate University)
- MA in Education (University of British Columbia)
- BA in Visual Arts (University of Ottawa)
- Registered Psychologist (#2766) with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia
- Board Certified in Neurofeedback by the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA) since 2000
- BCIA Senior Fellow (2017)
- Certified EEG-Neurotherapy Mentor/Trainer
- Level Two Certification in EMDR, EFT, and Level One Craniosacral Therapy neurofeedback-ifen.com+2swinglesonic.com+2asadis.net+2drmariswingle.com+3swingleclinic.com+3swingleclinic.com+3swingleclinic.com+4drmariswingle.com+4swingleclinic.com+4
Professional Achievements:
- Awarded the 2015 Federation of Associations of Brain & Behavioral Sciences (FABBS) Early Career Impact Award for major research contributions to the sciences of mind, brain, and behavior
- AAPB Fellow (2020) for significant contributions to the field of applied psychophysiology and biofeedback
- Contributing author to the American Psychological Association (APA) Biofeedback and Neurofeedback Practice Standards (2018–2026)
- Former Board Member of the Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback (AAPB) (2017–2019) aapb.org+3swinglesonic.com+3swingleclinic.com+3swingleclinic.com+5swingleclinic.com+5swinglesonic.com+5
Publications & Research:
Dr. Swingle is the award-winning author of i-Minds: How and Why Constant Connectivity is Rewiring Our Brains and What to Do About It, now in its second edition. Her research focuses on the effects of screen-based technologies on brain development and function, and she has identified specific EEG markers associated with excessive interactive screen use. She continues to study the role of alpha brainwaves in various expressions of brain deregulation, including brain injury and dissociation disorders. YouTube+4cpa.ca+4swingleclinic.com+4Podtail+4swingleclinic.com+4swinglesonic.com+4
Clinical Innovations:
Dr. Swingle has been instrumental in developing and refining neurotherapeutic assessment and treatment methods, including the ClinicalQ™ Assessment and Braindriving techniques, which are used to identify and address brain inefficiencies associated with behavioral and learning disorders. neurofeedback-ifen.com+3bfe.org+3swingleclinic.com+3
Speaking & Outreach:
An international speaker, Dr. Swingle regularly presents at professional conferences and public forums across North America, Europe, and Australia. She is known for her engaging presentations on technology, societal shifts, and mental health, and has been featured in various media outlets, including CBC, ABC, CTV, and Global News. swingleclinic.com+1drmariswingle.com+1
Current Roles:
- Director, Swingle Clinic
- Head of Research, SwingleSonic NeuroDelve
- Practicing therapist and consultant
- International speaker and educator swingleclinic.com+7swinglesonic.com+7aapb.org+7swinglesonic.com+2swingleclinic.com+2swingleclinic.com+2
Dr. Swingle's multifaceted expertise and dedication to advancing the field of neurotherapy make her a valuable contributor to the IFEN community.