The Synapse Integrated Therapy Center
Synapse Integrated Therapy Center, a collaborative effort between Warrior for Life Fund, Cortex Initiative and Balanced Growth Therapy and Consulting, is the first interdisciplinary outpatient Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) treatment center dedicated to the Military, primarily special operations community in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Our Approach
Synapse Integrated Therapy Center is a comprehensive, integrated concussion and TBI rehabilitation for Active Duty Service Members and Veterans. Synapse Integrated Therapy Center provides coordinated, multidisciplinary care for military service members and Veterans experiencing persistent symptoms related to concussion, mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), and repeated blast exposure.
Rather than requiring participants to navigate multiple providers and locations, Synapse brings experienced clinicians and community partners together as one collaborative team. Our core clinical program integrates neuro/vestibular physical therapy, cognitive-communication and auditory processing therapy with speech-language pathology, and mental health support to address the interconnected physical, cognitive, communication, and emotional effects of brain injury.
Treatment is individualized and may address dizziness and balance, headaches, visual/vestibular symptoms, attention and memory, executive functioning, auditory processing, communication, stress and trauma, physical conditioning, and return to meaningful daily activities.
ANNIE TAMBURELLO
Clinical Director, Rehabilitation Services
JESSICA BRANHAM
Clinical Director, Mental Health Services
WFLF Human Performance Center
The Warrior for Life Fund is creating a Human Performance Center to offer cognitive skills training, speech-language pathology, mindfulness programs, veteran coffee socials, and will act as a hub for community engagement to members of the Naval Special Warfare community, both active duty and retired.
Special thanks to our partners who made this possible
CORTEX INITIATIVE
Cortex Initiative specializes in providing evidence-based rehabilitation services to military service members, veterans, and civilians who are living with cognitive communication deficits as the result of concussion/ brain injury.
SENSE ARENA
Sense Arena is a cognitive training platform that uses virtual reality (VR) training to enhance an athlete’s reaction time, decision-making, and multitasking abilities. Warrior For Life Fund has partnered with Sense Arena to introduce Cognitive Skills Training at the Human Performance Center.
“Our goal isn’t simply recovery. It’s helping people regain the confidence, connection, and capability to thrive.”
Warrior For Life Fund Programs
The Warrior For Life Fund offers and supports several programs aimed at active duty, retired military and their families, and the greater community at large
HUMAN PERFORMANCE CENTER
The Human Performance Center (HPC) is a central hub for many activities. Through our partnerships, we offer cognitive skills training, speech-language pathology, mindfulness programs, and veteran coffee socials. The HPC is a place for community engagement for members of the Naval Special Warfare community, both active duty and retired.
FACE OFF FOR HEROES
Face Off for Heroes brings military members, veterans, families, sponsors, and the hockey community together through tournaments in Boston, Virginia Beach, Anaheim, Bozeman, and Tampa. With support from partners such as the NHL, NHL Alumni, New Balance, and local sponsors, these events generate critical funding and awareness that help sustain the full range of WFLF programs serving veterans and their families.
SYNAPSE INTEGRATED THERAPY
Synapse Integrated Therapy Center, a collaborative effort between Warrior for Life Fund, Cortex Initiative, and Balanced Growth Therapy and Consulting, is the first interdisciplinary outpatient Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) treatment center dedicated to the Military, primarily the Naval Special Warfare community, in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
ADAPTIVE HOCKEY
Developing teamwork, strong work ethic, and positive attitudes through the Warriors Sled Hockey Program, Travel and Tournament Hockey, and Hockey Clinics and Instruction
Gold Star Scholarship Program
Warrior For Life Fund’s Gold Star Scholarship Program honors the families of fallen service members by helping their children pursue educational opportunities. Through this program, we provide meaningful support that preserves the legacy of their loved ones and reminds Gold Star families that they remain a valued part of our community.
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