The 2026 Suisun Neuroscience Summit
The Gifts of Neurodiversity
Presentations from Leaders in the EEG/QEEG Universe on Assessment and Brain Training Support for Neurodiverse Populations
- Solano Yacht Club, Suisun City, CA 94585
- October 7th-11th, 2026
- Modality: In-Person / Live-stream
Honoring Jay Gunkelman: The Godfather of qEEG
For decades, Jay Gunkelman has been the true north for quantitative EEG, guiding countless practitioners through the noise and toward clinical precision. This year, we dedicate our Summit to his enduring legacy.
Jay’s foundational work reminds us that every brain’s unique rhythm has a story to tell—a perfect prelude to our 2026 theme, The Gifts of Neurodiversity. Join us as we celebrate the Godfather of qEEG, his continued generosity to the field, and his unwavering commitment to the next generation of neuroscience professionals.
This year’s Theme
The Gifts of Neurodiversity
For decades, clinical models have leaned heavily on identifying deficits—focusing on what a brain can’t do. But brains that don’t fit the mold are often where the most profound adaptations, creativity, and resilience reside.
“The Gifts of Neurodiversity” isn’t a marketing slogan; it is a shift in scientific perspective. This year, we are exploring the mechanics of the divergent brain to understand its inherent strengths, while acknowledging the very real need for precise, compassionate clinical support. We are bringing together lived experiences and rigorous science to build protocols that respect complexity. No hype, no fog—just honest data and tools built for real humans.
Leading the Conversation
Opening Keynote
The Gift of Neurodiversity
Theresia Stoeckl-Drax
Theresia Stoeckl-Drax is a pediatrician and researcher focused on neurodevelopmental approaches to child psychology, particularly regarding emotional giftedness, developmental trauma, and the use of neurofeedback.
Kicking off our Summit, Theresia will explore strengths-based neuroscience and the integration of lived experience into clinical practice. This keynote focuses on building systems and protocols that allow different brains to thrive, setting the foundation for the next four days of deep clinical work.
Closing Keynote
ADHD and Neurodiversity
Lynda Thompson
Lynda Thompson has made foundational contributions to EEG and qEEG-informed neurofeedback.
Anchoring the Summit, Lynda will translate the week’s insights into actionable clinical takeaways. This session will dismantle outdated paradigms of ADHD, offering highly practical, scientifically rigorous frameworks for supporting executive function and regulation.
Agenda Overview
A five-day schedule built for the human cortex: short talks, longer discussions, and actual breathing room.
07
Wednesday
OCT 2026
Travel Day
Welcome Reception
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
08
thursday
OCT 2026
Day 1: Sessions
- 8:30 AM - 5:45 PM
- The Gift of Neurodiversity –Theresia Stoeckl-Drax
- Putting the SEEKING Brain First: qEEG Guided NFB in ASD – Neil Hughes, Robin Bernhard, Jay Gunkelman
- Multivariate Coherence Neurofeedback in the Attuned Model: Overview of Theory, Mechanisms, and Clinical Fit for Neurodivergent Populations – Leanne Hershkowitz
- Incidence of IED’s in ASD Population and the Role of NFB – Jay Gunkelman
- Brain-Heart Coherence and the Central Autonomic Network: From Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Research to Clinical HRV Application in Neurodivergent Populations – Heather Hargraves, Alex Ni
- Neurodiversity and Family –Lisa Bortolotto
09
friday
OCT 2026
Day 2: Sessions
- Choice of Medication based on qEEG Neuromarkers – Jay Tarnow, Myah Gittleson, Caitlin McClure
- Beyond Behavior: Clinical Lessons from a 13-year Autism Neuromodulation case study – Deborah McClendon
- EEG Predictors of Medication Failure – Jay Gunkelman, Cory Williams
- Common Pathways In Oxidative Stress, Metabolism, HBOT And Light Biology Affecting EEG Brainwaves In ASD – Michael Pierce
- PBM in ASD Populations – Rebekah Walker, Preston Walker
- Music and Neuromodulation – Steph Ryall, Barbara Minton, Andre Avila
- Concert Event (and Pizza night!)
- 8:30 AM - 4:45 PM
10
saturday
OCT 2026
Day 3: Sessions
- QEEG And Event-Related Potentials As Transdiagnostic Tools For Designing Protocols Of Neuromodulation – Juri Kroptov
- ADHD and Neurodiversity – Lynda Thompson
- Panel Discussion: How do EEG and NFB Meet the Needs of Vulnerable Populations – Neil Hughes, Robin Berhard, Jay Gunkelman, Jay Tarnow, Theresia Stoeckl-Drax
- Electrifying the Brain: A History of Neurostimulation from Ancient Remedies to Modern Precision Medicine – Tiff Thompson
- 8:30 AM - 4:45 PM
11
sunday
OCT 2026
Travel Day
Departings
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Special Event
Live music by Pepino D’Agostino + Pizza Night
Friday, October 9 | 7–9 PM
$25 per seat
Experience live music from internationally acclaimed artist Pepino D’Agostino, paired with our crowd-favorite Pizza Night. Bring your friends and enjoy a night to remember.
Registration
Professional
$990
Full Conference Access – CE Credits Included
Student
(University ID required)*
$690
Full Conference Access – CE Credits Included
*Please email your ID to Dr. Mary Tracy at [email protected]
Livestream
$350
Full Livestream Conference Access via Zoom – CE Credits Included
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