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Our Team
Dr. Adriana Steffens, BCN, QEEG T
Dr. Steffens has achieved a Ph.D. in Psychology and has been board certified in neurofeedback by the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA) since 2010, achieving the title of Fellow. She is a qualified mentor in the field by the BCIA and is owner and Clinical Psychophysiologist of four clinics located in New York. She has worked on federally funded research grants from Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and is a member of the New York State Treatment Court Professionals, holding a seat on the Otsego County and Chenango County Drug Treatment Courts. She is a valuable member of the New York State Domestic Violence Court which advocates for victims of domestic violence and is an approved provider for the New York State Office of Victim Services. Dr. Steffens has been a member of the SBCNA since 2006 and has held the Treasurer position for over 6 years. Dr. Steffens has been practicing psychophysiology in private practice since 2005.
Thomas Bolton, MS, BCN
Mr. Bolton is a board-certified neurofeedback clinician under the BCIA’s direction since 2018. He hold a master’s degree in psychology from Southern New Hampshire University. He has worked with Dr. Steffens at Mind Matters Regional Neurofeedback Centers both as a technician and as a clinician since 2012, as well as assisting Dr. Steffens with the NYSOARS research grant, which studied the effects of neurofeedback for those struggling with addiction. He currently serves Mind Matters as a leading, hands on clinician, working underneath Dr. Steffens direction. Mr. Bolton oversees the daily clinical operation, ensuring client care is the top priority.
In his free time he enjoys running, hiking, golfing, kayaking, fishing, and skiing.
Chelsea Steffens, BS, BCNc
Ms. Steffens is a key part of the team at Mind Matters Neurofeedback Centers. She is a skilled neurofeedback technician and BCIA candidate who has practicing with Mind Matters since 2016.
Ms. Steffens experience working in other mental health disciplines has been instrumental to the overall level of client care. She has an undergraduate degree in psychology from Empire State University.
Elaine Genute, MS, BCNc
Ms. Genute graduated from The College of New Jersey with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and English. She earned her Master’s degree in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment from Walden University and plans to pursue her Doctorate in Neuroscience. She is currently a certified elementary teacher in New Jersey and New York and also works as the Youth Development Director at the Norwich YMCA.
Keana Schrag, BS, BCNc
Ms. Schrag graduated from Binghamton University in 2020 with a degree in Integrative Neuroscience. She has taken many courses studying the brain, its functions, chemical makeup, and neuronal activity. She has also studied psychological behavior and disorders that have helped her understand the different aspects of brain variance and performance. Keana joined the Mind Matters team as a neurofeedback technician in March 2021 and is a candidate for BCIA board certification.
Kayla Komenda, BA, BCNc
Ms. Komenda started with Mind Matters Neurofeedback Centers in April of 2021 while she was in her senior year of college. In May of 2021, she graduated from the State University of New York, College at Oneonta with an undergraduate degree in Psychology. Currently, she is the lead technician in the Oneonta clinic where she has shown a tremendous ability to connect with clients as they work through the neurofeedback program. In her spare time she enjoys cosmetology and spending time with her family, friends, and dogs!
Chris Oliver, LMHC, BCNc
Chris is a master’s level Clinician with extensive experience providing clinical mental health counseling services to individuals of various backgrounds. With a background in DBT, ACT and EFT, Chris specializes in mindfulness-based interventions that emphasize awareness, coping, and self-compassion. Chris often infuses elements of positive psychology into meditative practices; thus, allowing for a kind-hearted and energetic approach to treatment. Chris is also a Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI) and is currently pursuing Board Certification (BCIA) in Neurofeedback (BCN).