Boulder Center for NeuroHealth

A lot of people believe Functional Neurological Disorder is diagnosed only after everything else is ruled out. But that isn’t actually how it works.

Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) is diagnosed by identifying specific positive physical signs of the condition. In other words, clinicians look for features that clearly indicate FND, rather than simply ruling out other disorders.

Because the symptoms of FND can closely resemble other neurological conditions, some patients are initially misdiagnosed. For many people, it can take years before receiving an accurate diagnosis.

FND can affect people at any stage of life, and it has been diagnosed in children, teenagers, and adults. To learn more visit our website at www.boulderneurohealth.com

No one should face FND alone. With the right support and knowledge, life beyond FND symptoms is possible. Contact Boulder Center for NeuroHealth to find education, support and understanding.

Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) does not have a single cause. Research suggests it often develops from a combination of factors that affect how the brain and nervous system communicate.

For some individuals, experiences such as stress, trauma, illness, injury, or major life transitions may play a role. Many people with FND also experience conditions like anxiety, depression, or PTSD.
At the same time, many individuals with FND do not identify a clear stressor or traumatic event before symptom onset.

At the Boulder Center for NeuroHealth, we have also noticed a correlation between FND and individuals who identify as highly sensitive, meaning their nervous systems process sensory and emotional information more deeply.

Rather than viewing symptoms as something the body is “doing wrong,” we understand FND symptoms as signals from a nervous system that has become dysregulated and is working hard to adapt.

With the right support, education, and tools for nervous system regulation, many people with FND can experience meaningful recovery and reconnection.

Meet Dr. Afra Moenter, Founder & Clinical Director of Boulder Center for NeuroHealth

With more than three decades of experience, Dr. Moenter brings a deeply integrative and compassionate approach to healing. She believes that meaningful connection, paired with body-centered therapeutic work, is essential for restoring nervous system balance.

Her work blends mindful relational presence with evidence-informed, body-based modalities including biofeedback, mindfulness practices, and polyvagal-informed interventions. This holistic approach supports clients in building regulation skills, reducing symptoms, and reconnecting with their inherent capacity for healing.

Dr. Moenter holds a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Sciences (Psychology & Neuropsychology) and has advanced training in Gestalt Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy®, Hakomi Somatics, and Trauma Dynamics.

Learn more about Dr. Moenter and the work at Boulder Center for NeuroHealth:
https://www.boulderneurohealth.com/about/

Dr. Moenter offers individual consultation for experienced clinicians working with Functional Neurological Disorder, epilepsy, and non-epileptic seizures.

Her approach to clinical mastery integrates mindfulness practice, a deep understanding of the psychotherapeutic process, and the thoughtful use of complementary interventions. This framework encourages flexibility, creativity, and innovation beyond traditional mental versus neurological models of illness.

Consultation is available for clinicians seeking to expand their knowledge, strengthen clinical confidence, and deepen their work with individuals living with FND. Dr. Moenter also emphasizes the importance of healing presence, supporting clinicians in cultivating balance, self-care, and meaning in their work.

To learn more about consultation services, click the link below.
https://boulderneurohealth.com/consultation-for-clinicians/