Dr. Nicholas Dogris Brings Neuroscience to “Bye Ol’ Dentistry”

Nicholas J. Dogris, Ph.D., BCN, QEEG-DL, is a licensed psychologist, neuroscientist, and neurotechnology innovator whose career has spanned more than three decades at the intersection of clinical psychology, neuroscience, and brain-computer interface development. He is the co-founder and CEO of NeuroField, Inc., the Executive Director of Neurosciences at FHE Health in Florida, the Executive Director of Neuroscience at Illumea Neuro in Arizona, and a pioneering voice in the development of advanced neurostimulation and neuromodulation systems.

Dr. Dogris brings this expertise to “Bye Ol’ Dentistry,” the new documentary from Anthony Lolli, TereZa Hakobyan-Lolli, and Lolli Brands Entertainment. By highlighting the oral-systemic connection alongside breakthroughs in neuroscience, the film underscores how dental health, brain health, and overall wellness are inseparably linked—making his perspective an essential part of the story.

Early Education and Academic Formation

Dr. Dogris began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology from California State University, Long Beach, in 1987, where his early interest in cognitive processes and psychophysiology took root. He went on to complete a Master of Arts in Research Psychology at Humboldt State University in 1990, where his thesis examined Brainwave Responses to Subliminal and Supraliminal Visual Stimuli. At Humboldt, he also gained hands-on experience in computer-simulated neural networks, EEG event-related potentials, and biofeedback systems, foreshadowing his later innovations in brain-computer interface design.

He earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology in 1995, followed by a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology in 1997. His dissertation, “The Effect of a Prerecorded Hypnosis CD and Behavioral Fading on Smoking Cessation and Locus-of-Control,” reflected his early commitment to blending psychological practice with physiological interventions

Clinical and Leadership Roles

Through his clinical career, Dr. Dogris has worked with diverse populations in multiple mental health systems. He served as Program Chief for Mono County Mental Health and previously worked with Orange County and Inyo County Mental Health, where he supervised multidisciplinary teams, oversaw crisis services, and conducted forensic evaluations. Early in his career, he provided therapy and case management in psychiatric hospitals, juvenile facilities, and county clinics, treating patients ranging from children to chronically mentally ill adults.

In private practice through Nicholas J. Dogris, Ph.D., Inc., he has offered psychotherapy, EEG neurofeedback, quantitative EEG (QEEG) analysis, hypnosis, EMDR, and forensic assessments. His work in forensic psychology has supported Superior Courts in California with child custody, competency, and risk evaluations.

Innovator and Entrepreneur in Neurotechnology

In 2008, Dr. Dogris co-founded NeuroField, Inc., with engineer Brad Wiitala, launching a new era in neurostimulation technology. Together, they designed the first EEG-synchronized neuromodulation and neurostimulation system that integrated pulsed electromagnetic fields (pEMF), transcranial alternating/direct current stimulation (tACS/tDCS), and EEG neurofeedback, guided by real-time QEEG data. This innovation allowed clinicians to optimize brain function using individualized, norm-referenced data—a major leap forward in brain-based therapies.

Since its inception, NeuroField has continued to evolve under his leadership, producing over 200 protocols of blended stimulation, involving techniques such as transcranial brown noise stimulation, pink noise stimulation, biphasic stimulation, direct current stimulation, alternating stimulation, vagus nerve stimulation, photobiomodulation, and pulsed electromagnetic frequency stimulation. These tools, which are used often in blended protocols, are encapsulated in the NeuroField64 platform and have become widely used by practitioners worldwide for conditions ranging from depression and anxiety to traumatic brain injury, addiction, ADHD, and insomnia.

Director of Neurosciences at FHE Health

For the past 8 years, Dr. Dogris has served as Executive Director of Neurosciences at FHE Health in Deerfield Beach, Florida. There, he leads the Neurorehabilitation Department, applying NeuroField innovations to clinical populations with a particular emphasis on reducing drug cravings, improving sleep regulation, and alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. His blend of clinical psychology and neurotechnology allows FHE Health patients access to cutting-edge neuromodulation as part of comprehensive behavioral healthcare.

Publications and Research Contributions

Dr. Dogris’ research has been published in peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Neurotherapy. His 2011 article, “NeuroField: Three Case Studies,” and his 2012 study on the “Effect of NeuroField Pulsed EMF on Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms and QEEG” highlight both the clinical relevance and scientific rigor of his work. Earlier research includes studies on subliminal visual stimuli and EEG brain imaging in ADHD.  Currently, he is working on two studies that are to be published in 2026 that study multi-modal neurostimulation techniques.

Teaching, Lectures & Public Engagement

For more than two decades, Dr. Dogris has been committed to education—teaching at universities, leading professional trainings, and engaging the public through documentaries, podcasts, and conferences.

Early in his career, he taught Interviewing and Counseling Techniques at Humboldt State University and Helping Skills at Cerro Coso Community College, training undergraduate students in the fundamentals of clinical psychology.

Building on this academic foundation, he later co-founded the School of Neurotherapy, where he and Dr. Tiff Thompson developed advanced curricula in EEG/QEEG analysis, Event Related Potentials, neurostimulation, and neurofeedback, training clinicians worldwide.

He is a frequent instructor, leads intensive NeuroField Bootcamps, and many advanced courses in the field of event related potentials, advanced EEG analysis, computational neuroanalysis, and clinically applied neurostimulation. These sessions provide clinicians with practical tools for integrating synchronized stimulation and computational neuroanalysis into practice.

As a conference speaker, Dr. Dogris has presented at major neurofeedback and neuromodulation meetings, including the Association for Applied Psychophysiology & Biofeedback (AAPB),  the International Society of Neuroregulation (ISNR) conferences, and other industry gatherings where his work on EEG-guided stimulation and novel protocols has been widely cited. And over the past eight years he has co-hosted the School of Neurotherapy Conference in Santa Barbara, which convenes global experts to exchange ideas on brain-based therapies.

Beyond professional audiences, Dr. Dogris was featured in the documentary “RESIDUAL” (2023), which explores trauma and PTSD in first responders, offering insight into the role of neurorehabilitation. He has also been a guest on leading podcasts such as the NeuroFlex Podcast, the NeuroNoodle Network, and Ben Greenfield Life, where he explains neuromodulation to broader audiences interested in brain health and performance. His accessible communication style has made him a trusted public educator on topics ranging from EMF exposure to addiction recovery. Through these platforms, Dr. Dogris continues to expand the reach of neuroscience, helping both professionals and the public understand the transformative possibilities of neuromodulation.

Legacy and Ongoing Vision

What distinguishes Dr. Dogris is his ability to bridge psychology, neuroscience, and engineering, transforming innovative ideas into clinically effective systems that improve lives. Through NeuroField, his clinical practice, and his leadership at FHE Health, he has empowered practitioners worldwide to access tools that expand the possibilities of mental health treatment. His continued dedication to advancing neuromodulation ensures that his impact will extend for decades to come.

His participation in “Bye Ol’ Dentistry” reflects that same commitment to innovation and integrative care. Produced by Lolli Brands Entertainment, the documentary blends expert perspectives with patient stories to show how oral health influences systemic wellness. By including voices like Dr. Dogris, it broadens the conversation to reveal how advances in neuroscience and neurotechnology align with the movement toward safer, more holistic dentistry.

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