About us
We developed CFDT, and we train and support the therapists who deliver it.
In short
CFDI developed Cognitive Function Development Therapy and trains, certifies and supports CFD therapists. It was founded by Jen and Brian Beyst and is an operating division of Transformational Opportunities, Inc., a 501(c)(3) charity. CFDI is based in Prescott, Arizona.
Our mission
We give therapists the skills and knowledge to deliver CFDT in their practice. Through training, ongoing education, consultation, research and outcomes analysis, we work to raise the standard of CFDT practice and improve client outcomes.
Our story
What started as “learning difficulties” for our children in elementary school grew into several diagnosable conditions. The best hope we were offered was that, after years of intervention, they might learn to cope with “chronic” conditions. We couldn’t accept that.
We spent a decade studying published research in neuroscience and related fields and consulting professionals across psychology, occupational, physical and speech therapy, and medicine. From that work we built a dynamic, engagement-based approach. It worked for our children.
Working with a community mental health clinic, we refined it for a wider range of mental health needs. Clients who strengthened their primary cognitive functions often saw benefits elsewhere: healthier relationships, more confidence, less frustration and better impulse control. That approach became CFDT.
That approach became CFDT.
Leadership
Executive Director, Co-Founder
Jen is a Master CFD Therapist, Master Neuroplastician, professional speaker, educational therapist, licensed educator, author and certified parenting coach. She was president of SJ Brain Training and a master teacher for a dyslexia institute, and has taught and developed therapists, educators and students of all ages.
Co-Founder, Director of Research and Development
Brian is a Master CFD Therapist, physicist, published researcher, author, speaker and the concept architect of CFDT. He is developing a systems-dynamics formulation of the modality. He holds a B.S. in Physics with a minor in Psychology and a master’s in Accounting and Finance Management.
Guidance
Board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner in Arizona and Nevada, and a psychiatric consultant at a rural Arizona hospital.
Licensed psychologist and nationally certified school psychologist in northern Arizona, working with children ages 3 to 22.
Neuroscientist and clinical research professional in Vancouver, British Columbia, and Director of Growth & Partnerships at CaRe Clinics.
Physical therapist and co-founder of Rehabilitation in Motion and Broken Squirrel Wellness, and creator of the Brainnovation Network.
Partners
Brain Builders Health, our sister organization, offers CFD therapy in Prescott, Arizona. CFDI is also a 2026 npn Neuroplastician Training & Service Partner.
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