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Profile of Erik Peper

Updated: Apr 13


Erik Peper


Erik Peper, PhD, is a distinguished academic and biofeedback practitioner. His teaching and research focus on self-healing strategies, illness prevention, the effects of posture and respiration, and how to use biofeedback and wearable devices. Erik has mentored generations of biofeedback and neurofeedback professionals. He is a former President of the Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback (AAPB) and a recipient of its Distinguished Scientist Award. He also serves as the President of the Biofeedback Federation of Europe (BFE). Erik has authored Creating Wholeness, Make Health Happen, Fighting Cancer-A Nontoxic Approach to Treatment, and Biofeedback Mastery. His most recent co-authored book is TechStress: How Technology is Hijacking Our Lives, Strategies for Coping, and Pragmatic Ergonomics. He publishes the blog, The Peper Perspective-Ideas on Illness, Health and Well-being. These works highlight his deep knowledge of biofeedback and holistic health and address contemporary issues, such as the impact of technology on our lives and non-toxic approaches to cancer treatment. His books are complemented by audio files available for download, which provide practical exercises for relaxation and regeneration. With an extensive career spanning several decades, Dr. Peper has served as a professor at San Francisco State University, where he has focused on holistic health studies. His research and teaching incorporate a comprehensive approach to health, emphasizing the interconnectedness of the mind and body. Through his clinical practice, teaching, writing, and public speaking, he has made significant strides in promoting health and well-being holistically and integratively.

Important takeaways from Dr. Peper's work include acknowledging the significant role biofeedback can play in health and wellness, the importance of a holistic approach to health care, and the potential for individuals to gain greater control over their physiological states through self-regulation techniques. His contributions have advanced biofeedback and helped bridge the gap between traditional medicine and alternative healing practices, promoting a more integrative approach to health care. Through his teaching, research, and practice, Dr. Peper has inspired countless individuals and professionals to explore and adopt biofeedback methodologies, enhancing their ability to positively impact health outcomes.

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