About Us

Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback

Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback was established in July 2021, making neurofeedback available to anyone wanting to optimize their brain for their best life.

Pamela Downey, MS, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and founder of Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback, has worked with clients utilizing neurofeedback 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 several 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.

As Pamela continued seeing these clients for therapy, improvements in their overall mental health and the positive impact biofeedback training was having on their daily lives were notable. Not only did they see improvement with the initial issue (e.g., anxiety, depression PTSD), but shared success stories related to their work, relationships, inner thoughts, self-confidence, and improved sleep.

Neurofeedback had demonstrated its place in mental health care, supporting therapy, but it became clear that it had even broader applications to wellness and overall quality of life.

Emerald Coast Neurofeedback in Pensacola included clients driving up to an hour from neighboring cities such as Crestview and Fort Walton Beach, in search of a reputable neurofeedback provider. This led to Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback opening a second location to serve those in the Fort Walton Beach area in September of 2022.

Pamela Downey

B. S., Interdisciplinary Social Sciences, Psychology/ Social Work

M.S., Health Education

M.S., Counseling and Psychology

EMDR Therapy Consultant and Trainer

Pamela Downey Counseling, LLC

Why Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback?

Licensed Therapists

Life experiences, environment, and other factors can affect our mental wellbeing and day-to-day performance. At Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback every client works with a licensed therapist with clinical experience. Your licensed therapist understands the most important step of any therapy process is the initial evaluation and identifying your specific needs.

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 kids and adults with symptoms ranging from attention, anxiety, depression, PTSD, brain injuries, sleep issues and stroke recovery. Hundreds of clients have benefited from their knowledge and professionalism in providing neurofeedback therapy.

The Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback Process

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 to get started. Your evaluation will identify the different symptoms, goals, and growth areas created for improvement during your neurofeedback sessions.

Consistent & Measurable Results

Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback uses measurable results in life improvements rather than just changes in brainwaves (compared 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 growth area and create new growth area(s).

Long Lasting Results

In contrast to medication, neurofeedback does not lose effectiveness upon completion of your sessions. The brain is command central. Neurofeedback trains the brain to stabilize itself and function optimally. The benefits of neurofeedback are long lasting.

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Saltwater Mercs

2023-02-28

Definitely give this company a try, definitely will not disappoint you.

Micheal Micheal

2023-02-26

I have post concussion syndrome and NeuroFeedback therapy has been beneficial in my path to recovery. Margaret has been excellent, couldn't have asked for a better person to be the one helping me with the sessions every week. She is very knowledgable and has a great disposition. I believe NeuroFeedback therapy is not a miracle therapy to cure post concussion syndrome but it helps with the symptoms which gives you the opportunity to figure out what your exact triggers are and work on building a good foundation for a path to recovery. So if you have post concussion syndrome NeuroFeedback therapy is worth trying to help with your symptoms.

Shannon Aplin

2022-11-05

I can't stress enough how much working with Margaret and Pamela has changed my life. I had been struggling with my mental health for years before coming across Emerald Coast Neurofeedback. I initially was simply looking for someone to help with my unmanaged OCD, depression, and relentless anxiety. My partner found Pamela on a whim, hoping to schedule therapy appointments. Even before being sure if she could fit me in soon, she talked through my history extensively on the phone with me and gave me information and resources on types of treatments as well as other practitioners that she recommended in case I decided to take another route. What changed everything was the recommendation that Neurofeedback may help what I was going through. I was nervous, did a lot of research, and ultimately decided that I should give it a try. Pamela was extremely kind and empathetic as we went through my initial intake assessment, even when I felt embarrassed answering questions and dealing with the emotional aspect of reliving certain traumas. I can't stress enough that I've had a few therapists over the years, and the process of finding someone empathetic while still professional is daunting. Pamela met every expectation and beyond. I've never worked with a kinder and more effective set of mental health professionals than Pamela and Margaret. Margaret set everything up, monitored my sessions twice a week and did everything and more to make sure I was comfortable and felt safe and heard. She is a wonderful person that truly believes in what she is doing, and it shows. I went through roughly 20 sessions of Neurofeedback. At the start, I was struggling with nightmares, health anxiety, and even leaving my home. Three months later, I had gained the confidence in myself and my mental heath to accept a job in another country and uproot my life to follow my ambitions. The transition throughout my sessions was so immense and yet so gradual and subtle. After just a handful of sessions, I started to realize that my dreams were less intense and stressful. About halfway through, I noticed that one of my biggest issues involving my health anxiety simply didn't bother me anymore. I am a worrier by nature -- sensitive to medications and anything involving my mind or body. I went into this terrified that it might affect me in ways that I wouldn't be ready for. But instead, I simply went in twice a week, and trusted the process to help maneuver the way my mind was reacting to certain stimuli. And to put it as simply as possible, it worked. I could not be more grateful to have found such a wonderful team, so dedicated to helping others. I specifically want to say that Neurofeedback as a whole is wildly underutilized and should be considered as a form of treatment for a range of issues If you take anything from this massively long review, it should be that this is worth a shot and that you will be in such good hands with this team. Thank you both so much for everything!

Cynthia Porter

2022-09-21

As a military family, we were pleased to find that Emerald Coast Nuero-Feedback has the ability to help with the struggles and issues that today’s soldiers face, specifically sleep disturbances. Their space is warm and inviting, and Pamela is incredibly knowledgeable and helpful.

Frank Murphy

2022-08-31

I need more stars to rate this! I have PTSD and had very frequent (1-2/wk) all night long, terrible recurrent nightmares. Since doing Neurofeedback almost one year ago, I have had only one! Also helped sleep in general, as well as anxiety, and depression. Pamela and Margaret are both warm and caring individuals. It was worth every penny.

Meghan Robbins

2022-08-30

Neurofeedback has changed my life. I had physical trauma and I feel better than ever after 9 sessions. I can sleep, which has not happened unassisted in decades. Pamela is responsive and educational. Margaret is warm, knowledgeable, kind, and has a great humming voice. After many kinds of therapy over many years, neurofeedback has prompted the fastest results with the wonderful bonus of caring therapists. Thank you.

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2022-08-16

Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback was very helpful. I had a hard time falling asleep prior to doing neurofeedback. After 10 sessions I could sleep through the night and fall asleep faster. I have also noticed improved focus in school and in general after additional sessions. I 100% recommend Emerald Coast NeuroFeedback.

Philip Donahue

2022-06-28

I had an outstanding experience in. It is amazing to me how much neurofeedback accomplishes even while you’re not in session. The staff are very accommodating in helpful in. They worked with me in did everything that I could to help me be as comfortable as possible during each session. I definitely recommend anyone who is looking to do neurofeedback to contact them.

Tony Oszaniec

2022-06-19

I had an ischememic stroke. That devastated the left side of my entire body and left me with permanent brain damage. Numerous doctors and medical professionals told me I'd never fully recover. (Not true) after six sessions of neurofeedback at emerald coast alot of the brain fog and memory issues have dissipated, I've regained mobility in my left hand and for the first time in 7 years have been able to feel my left foot and can wiggle my toes. I can only speak to my own personal experience that neurofeedback. Has helped me feel whole again. And to anyone consider it. It works! And that there is hope!

Wayne Lacey

2022-06-08

Margaret is great and very personal and professional. We would highly recommend her.we also appreciate all she has done for us. Thanks Margaret for all your help and patience 👍