Green Laser Therapy: A Game-Changer for Emotional Regulation in Kids
At Infinity, we’ve worked with thousands of children with a wide range of developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, and behavioral concerns. One thing we’ve learned over the years is this: when a child’s nervous system is calm and regulated, everything else becomes easier—transitions, communication, learning, and therapy itself.
And that’s why we’re so excited about the impact of green laser therapy.
What Makes Green Laser Therapy So Unique?
Green laser therapy, part of a broader category known as photobiomodulation, uses a specific wavelength of light to stimulate cellular function and support neurological health. While we’ve seen incredible results using red, violet, and infrared lasers in our clinic, green laser therapy brings something especially powerful to the table—calming.
From our team’s experience, the green laser stands out in how quickly and reliably it can help a child shift from dysregulation to a more balanced, calm state.
Real-Life Impact: From Resistance to Regulation
One of our therapists shared a story about a child who had extreme difficulty with emotional regulation. Every transition was a struggle. Activities often felt like battles. Then, after just one day of using green laser therapy during his session, his parents reported something that felt almost miraculous:
“I don’t know what you did,” they said, “but last night was amazing. He was calm. He was talking more. It was like something changed.”
It wasn’t a one-time fix—no therapy is. But that day marked a turning point. Sessions became smoother. Transitions became possible. New types of therapeutic work opened up that simply hadn’t been accessible before.
That’s the kind of shift green laser therapy can unlock.
Why It Works: The Science Behind the Calm
So what’s actually happening?
Green laser therapy works on multiple levels:
Increases oxygen delivery to the brain by improving the function of hemoglobin
Supports blood flow through nitric oxide production, which acts as a natural vasodilator
Stimulates the vagus nerve—a key player in the parasympathetic (calming) nervous system
Reduces inflammation at the cellular level
Regulates immune responses, which are often dysregulated in neurodevelopmental disorders
The result? A nervous system that isn’t stuck in “fight or flight,” but instead becomes more receptive, regulated, and ready to learn.
Complementing Other Therapies
It’s important to understand: green laser therapy doesn’t replace other therapies—it enhances them. For children struggling with primitive reflexes, speech delays, emotional outbursts, or sensory overload, we often combine movement-based neuro rehab, primitive reflex integration, and sensory therapy with laser work.
But without supporting the brain at the cellular and energetic level, progress can be slower—and harder. Green laser therapy helps set the foundation.
Where Do We Use It?
We often apply the green laser:
Over the carotid arteries, to support oxygen delivery to the frontal lobe
Transcranially, to influence cortical function and emotional regulation
Along vagal nerve pathways, to gently stimulate the calming side of the nervous system
Each application is carefully selected based on the child’s needs—and yes, it’s non-invasive and safe.
“Lasers aren’t the cure for anything… but they help everything.”
That’s how we like to say it. Lasers aren’t magic. But they are powerful tools when used correctly. Whether it’s a child with severe behavioral dysregulation, a history of trauma, or lingering reflexes that just won’t resolve—green laser therapy helps calm the chaos, regulate the nervous system, and allow real healing to begin.
If your child struggles with transitions, meltdowns, or emotional storms, green laser therapy could be a game-changer for your family too.
Want to purchase a green laser or want more information?
Schedule a call with our team and let’s explore what support could look like for your child with a green laser.