About Me

Thank you for taking the time to read about me and get to know me better.

I am a neuroscientist, life coach, and educator passionate about bridging science and human transformation. With a background in neuroscience, biology, neuro linguistic programming (NLP), and hypnotherapy, I support individuals seeking clarity, resilience, and growth in their personal and professional lives.

I hold a degree in neuroscience and have authored multiple research papers published and presented at international conferences. 

My research explores the therapeutic potential of natural compounds in addressing mental health conditions, with a focus on their molecular mechanisms. I also study how brain network connectivity shapes behavior—and how we can target these neural patterns to support meaningful change.

My academic training in biology also allows me to guide clients in cultivating healthier lifestyles. I offer informed support in areas such as nutrition, physical wellness, and behavioral habits, helping clients make sustainable changes that support both mental and physical well-being.

I take a holistic approach that combines evidence-based neuroscience with personalized coaching, helping clients unlock their potential through mindset work, emotional regulation, and purposeful reflection. 

Born in London in 1994, I grew up between England and Iran, which shaped my appreciation for diverse perspectives and cultural nuance. I later lived in Austria, near Untersberg, Dalai Lama Mountain, a mountain often referred to as the “Heart Chakra of Europe”—a place rich with history, energy, and mysticism. It was there that my path began to shift. Surrounded by nature, stillness, and a deep sense of presence

The COVID-19 pandemic became a turning point in my life. It created space for deep introspection and a growing urge to help others—not by giving advice, but by asking the kinds of questions that spark clarity and meaning. That experience led me to the International Coaching Federation and awakened a sense of purpose I hadn’t fully known before: to guide others with the support of science, compassion, and insight.  

Today, I combine the rigour of neuroscience with the heart of coaching to help people unlock their full potential.

Research Projects

  • 2025: – Sogol Fereydouni Balangani – Psilocybin and Neuroplasticity: Mechanisms, Therapeutic- poster presentation Mediterranean Neuroscience Society Chania Greece

  • 2025: Sogol Fereydouni Balangani -The cytotoxic and apoptotic effects of antidepressant sertraline on Hek293 and pancreatic PANC-1 cancer cells in vitro-GREEN CANCER CELL PROJECTS 2025 IN Progress

  • 2025: Sogol Fereydouni Balangani – Ibogaine’s Anti-Addictive Effects: A Review of Animal and Human Studies on Substance Use Disorders IJBLS May 2025

  • 2024: Sogol Fereydouni Balangani. Neuroscience, Neurotransmitters, and Interpersonal Relationships. Oral presentation at the 6th International Conference on Biomedicine, May 4, 2024, Birmingham, UK.

  • 2024: Sogol Fereydouni Balangani. The Neurobiology of Oxytocin: Implications for Mental Health. Oral presentation at the International Conference on Cellular and Molecular Medicine (ICCMM24), May 4-5, 2024, Palermo, Italy.
  • 2024: Sogol Fereydouni Balangani. Neuroscience of Sex Hormones and Mental Health. Oral presentation at the 6th International Conference on Biological and Medical Sciences (ICBMS24), May 5, 2024, Istanbul, Turkey.

  • 2024: Sogol Fereydouni Balangani. The Effects of Gasoline Vapor Inhalation on Anxiety Level in Male Rats. Approved by the Academy of International Research, Events, and Courses (AIREC). Grant Number: NPRP03. [In Progress]

  • 2023: Sogol Fereydouni Balangani. A Survey on IAU Tehran Medical Students’ Attitude toward Neuroscience. Approved by the Global Research, Education, and Event Network (GREEN). Grant Number: GGR P013.

  • 2015: Sogol Fereydouni Balangani. The Association between Serum Testosterone Levels and Erythrocyte Count in Male Rats Exposed to Oil Paint Vapor. Oral presentation at IJACEBS, 2015; 2:64-66. (ISSN: 2349-1515).

  • 2015: Sogol Fereydouni Balangani. The Protective Effects of Passiflora Extract on Thyroid Function in Shisheh (Met-Amphetamine) Receiving Rats. Oral Presentation at the International Conference on Biological and Environmental Sciences (BIOES-15), Phuket, Thailand, October 1-3, 2015.

Publications

  • 2024: Fereydouni Balangani, S. Neuroscience, Neurotransmitters, and Interpersonal Relationships. International Journal of BioLife Sciences (IJBLS). [In Press] doi: 10.22034/ijbls.2024.196279

  • 2024: Fereydouni Balangani, S. Neuroscience of Sex Hormones and Mental Health. International Journal of BioMed Insights (IJBMI). [In Press] doi: 10.22034/ijbmi.2024.196280

  • 2015: Ahmadi R, Siavashi M, and Fereydouni S (Corresponding author). The Association between Serum Testosterone Levels and Erythrocyte Count in Male Rats Exposed to Oil Paint Vapor. International Journal of Advances in Chemical Engineering & Biological Sciences (IJACEBS), 2015.

  • 2015: Ahmadi R, Amini N, Fereydouni S (Corresponding author). The Protective Effects of Passiflora Extract on Thyroid Function in Shisheh (Met-Amphetamine) Receiving Rats. Published in Proceedings of the 2015 International Conference on Biological and Environmental Sciences (BIOES-15), Phuket, Thailand, October 1-3, 2015, pp. 107-110.

Books

  • 2024: Sogol Fereydouni Balangani, Oxytocin and Human Behavior, Parnam Publication Co. Ltd., 2024. [In Press]