North Idaho Neurotherapy welcomes Amy Ambridge

When Amy Ambridge first met Dr. Linda Larson several years ago, she never imagined that she would be working alongside her, providing groundbreaking treatment for individuals.  

“I received some coaching from Dr. Larson in the past, and it was transformative,” said Ambridge, adding that she was impressed with Dr. Larson’s approach. “When I began my master’s degree in marriage and family therapy, I learned that a year-long practicum internship was required as part of the program.”  

The two reconnected over a year ago, and Dr. Larson offered Ambridge the opportunity to do her practicum at North Idaho Neurotherapy, a clinic founded by Dr. Larson that has had a significant impact on the lives of many in North Idaho and beyond who suffer from a variety of issues including traumatic brain injuries, addiction, depression, and even dementia.  

At North Idaho Neurotherapy, staff begins by administering a non-invasive, quantitative EEG brain map to their clients to measure, analyze, and quantify brainwaves. After gathering data and comparing that information against different databases of hundreds of others' EEGs, John DeWig MFTA performs a two-hour review and assessment of the brain data.  

Dr. Larson and her team can determine where an individual is different from others, giving information on everything from addiction, depression, traumatic brain injuries and more.  

"We cannot only see the brainwaves under different situations, but we can also see the relationship of the brainwaves to one another, look at the symmetry of the brain, the stability of brainwave relationships, and areas where the brain may be generating signals that may be manifesting itself in problematic symptoms and behaviors," explained Dr. Larson.  

Once all the data is interpreted, the staff can execute a treatment plan.  

Now that Ambridge has completed her internship, she is a permanent member of North Idaho Neurotherapy's team of practitioners providing life-changing treatment to many who had otherwise lost hope.  

“Neurotherapy gives people the power to heal and change things they did not know could change,” explains Ambridge. “I have seen people heal from childhood and adult trauma. Our bodies keep the score of traumas, and Neurotherapy allows the body to release this trauma and heal gently.” 

During her year-long practicum, Ambridge said she has witnessed people regain control of their lives following physical trauma such as concussions and after incurring emotional and mental trauma.  

“People can come in with crippling depression or anxiety,” said Ambridge. “During the QEEG brain map, we can see what part of the brain is struggling and create an individualized protocol specific to the person's brain. I have seen people cycling with severe depression who begin to feel hopeful and find they can start to function again. It is really rewarding to see this kind of change.” 

As a provider at North Idaho Neurotherapy, Ambridge will perform the initial QEEGs for new clients and provide treatment through neurofeedback, light therapy, and HeartMath.  

“HeartMath is a tool to help clients access the power of their heart's intelligence to improve their focus and creativity, elevate their emotional clarity, lower their stress and anxiety levels, strengthen their immune system, promote their body's optimal performance, and slow the aging,” explained Larson. “This is biofeedback from your heart rate variability and teaches the client breathing techniques.”   

Ambridge urges those looking to make a change in their lives to seek out Neurotherapy. "It can be that tool that gives you the jump start to better mental health," said Ambridge. "We provide cutting-edge Neurotherapy, and the best part is that you can meet with a therapist while you are getting the treatments.” 

Neurotherapy is proven to transform the way one’s brain functions. It not only can treat those with traumatic brain injury, addiction, attention deficit disorder, and depression, but it can improve mood and memory and increase one’s ability to focus and have clarity. 

“It is also great for those who are not interested in traditional therapy and just want to give their brain a boost," said Ambridge. In addition to Neurotherapy, North Idaho Neurotherapy offers EMDR and family therapy.  

Ambridge looks forward to providing those in the community with this life-changing treatment. She shares that she and her husband enjoy the outdoor opportunities that North Idaho provides and the sense of community Sandpoint offers. As the mother of three children and a grandmother to one, Ambridge was enrolled in her master's program while her three children were in college.  

“Now two of us have graduated with our Masters of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy,” said Ambridge proudly.   

North Idaho Neurotherapy accepts insurance, depending upon one’s provider. For more information, go to northidahoneurotherapyclinic.com or call 208-255-6057.