Meet Pamela Downey, Founder of ECN
When Pamela Downey, founder of Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback (ECN), saw the transformational power of Neurofeedback, she wanted to make it accessible to everyone. Established in 2021, ECN provides a non-traditional, non-invasive, evidence-based approach to mental health and overall wellness. We have seen life-changing results for clients. Let us help you feel better and improve your focus.
Neurofeedback on the Gulf Coast
Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback was established in July 2021, making Neurofeedback available to anyone wanting to optimize the power of their brain.
Pamela Downey, MS, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and founder of Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback, has been utilizing Neurofeedback to help clients since 2015, while working with Neurofeedback therapy as part of a wellness-based inpatient program.
After seeing life-changing improvements in hundreds of clients across a broad range of issues, Pamela made Neurofeedback therapy available in her private practice (www.PamelaDowneyCounseling.com) for the first time in 2017.
Over the next few years, the greater need for Neurofeedback as a stand-alone service in the panhandle of Florida became evident, with client after client seeing significant improvement in anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma-related experiences.
The Need for Neurofeedback as a Stand-Alone Service
As Pamela continued her therapeutic sessions with these clients, she saw evident improvements in their overall mental health and witnessed the positive impact biofeedback training was having on their daily lives. Not only did clients see improvement with the initial issue (e.g., anxiety, depression, PTSD), but; they also shared success stories related to their work, relationships, thoughts, self-confidence, and improved sleep.
Neurofeedback had demonstrated its place in mental health care, alongside therapy, but it became clear that it had even broader applications to wellness and overall quality of life.
Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback, located in Pensacola, was serving clients who would driven up to an hour from neighboring cities, such as Crestview and Fort Walton Beach, searching for a reputable Neurofeedback provider. This demand led to Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback opening a second location in September of 2022 to serve those in the Fort Walton Beach area.
Who Is Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback?
Licensed Therapists
Life experience, environment, and other factors can affect mental well-being and day-to-day performance. At Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback, every client works with a licensed therapist with clinical experience. Your licensed therapist understands that the most important steps of any therapy process are the initial evaluation and identification of your specific needs.
Clinical Neurofeedback Experience
Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback therapists have extensive training and experience with the Neurofeedback software used with clients. They have overseen thousands of Neurofeedback sessions in northwest Florida. This includes children and adults with symptoms ranging from attention deficit, anxiety, and depression, to PTSD, brain injuries, sleep issues, and stroke recovery. Hundreds of clients have benefited from the knowledge and professionalism of our team in providing Neurofeedback therapy..
The Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback Process
Evaluation by a Licensed Therapist
Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback uses measurable results in life improvements rather than just changes in brainwaves (in contrast to other Neurofeedback systems). Unlike some of the do-it-yourself home devices on the market, a therapist will closely monitor your progress throughout your sessions, re-evaluating when appropriate. Re-evaluations determine changes to your growth areas and/or protocol when needed. It is not uncommon to have clients maximize benefits for a particular growth area, allowing them to move on to new growth areas.
Consistent and Measurable Results
In contrast to medication, Neurofeedback does not lose effectiveness upon completion. The brain is "command central". Neurofeedback trains the brain to stabilize itself and function optimally. The means the benefits of Neurofeedback are long lasting.
Long-Lasting Results
The process starts with a thorough evaluation by a licensed therapist using innovative software. This allows Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback to generate a customized evidence-based protocol focused on your individual needs. There is no expensive brain scan. Your evaluation will identify the different symptoms present, and determine the goals and growth areas to be targeted during your Neurofeedback sessions.
Getting Started with Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback
To book an initial evaluation for Neurofeedback, simply reach out by phone or online to schedule an appointment. The assessment itself takes approximately 90 minutes and allows our therapists and software to generate a customized protocol for your unique needs. This includes identifying quantifiable symptoms, goals, and growth areas.
Contact us today to schedule your initial evaluation.