Autism
Brain Health Hawaii is nationally regarded for personalized, holistic assessments and non-pharmaceutical treatment approaches for those with autism.
Every Child with Autism is Unique
At Brain Health Hawaii, Dr. Keifer and team have hands-on experience assessing and supporting hundreds of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). One of the most important things we've learned: no two individuals with autism are exactly alike. Each child and family experiences autism differently—whether in terms of severity, sensory processing, communication style, or daily functioning. Even if two children share the same diagnosis, they frequently display entirely different behaviors, strengths, challenges, and brain activity patterns.
How Can Brain Health Hawaii Help?
We take a whole-person, compassionate approach to autism assessment and brain care. By combining advanced brain-based assessments with personalized, non-invasive treatments, our goal is to support both brain and body function for lasting improvements. Our approach is data-driven and individualized, designed to meet each child and family where they are and help them progress toward their full potential. The majority of our patients with Autism make significant gains in symptoms and function when assessed and treated using our comprehensive approach to treatment.
Why Brain Mapping and In-Depth Assessment Matter
People with autism show patterns of brain activity that are different from neurotypical brain rhythms. At Brain Health Hawaii, we use spectral analysis EEG to measure and map the brain's electrical activity. This brain map allows us to identify specific areas where communication between brain regions may be disrupted, slowed, or inefficient. These insights guide our personalized treatment plans to help optimize your or your child's brain function.
How PrTMS® Treatment Works
After an in-depth assessment and sequencing of appropriate interventions you or your child may be a candidate for Personalized repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (PrTMS®). PrTMS is a non-invasive therapy that uses gentle magnetic pulses—similar to light taps on the head—to stimulate targeted areas of the brain. Guided by each child's brain data, these magnetic pulses are tailored in location, frequency, and intensity to help regulate and synchronize brain activity.
Over time, this may lead to meaningful functional improvements, including:
- Improved focus and attention
- Enhanced language and communication skills
- Better emotional regulation
- Increased social interaction
- Greater independence and self-confidence
Supporting the Whole Child—and the Whole Family
At Brain Health Hawaii, we believe in treating the whole child, not just the diagnosis. By addressing each child’s unique patterns and supporting healthy brain function, we strive to improve quality of life not only for the child—but also for their family.
We are committed to providing thoughtful, outcome driven and science-based care that respects each child’s individuality and potential.
Success Story Spotlight
After the first two weeks, I noticed the irritability definitely slightly going down. I noticed my sleep was getting better, not the foggy feeling that I was getting in the morning. Within about four week time period, I was more energetic and able to multitask again.
— Matthew Curlee, Veteran, United States Army
