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Afton Therapy is a private practice that offers Psychotherapy, ADHD testing and Remote Neurofeedback

11/06/2026

WHAT IF YOUR BRAIN COULD LEARN TO FUNCTION BETTER?

Struggling with anxiety, ADHD, poor sleep, brain fog, difficulty focusing, or emotional overwhelm?

Your brainwave activity may offer valuable clues about how your brain is functioning.

At Afton Therapy, I use qEEG brain mapping and personalized neurofeedback training to help individuals better understand their brain activity and work toward improved focus, emotional regulation, sleep, and overall mental well-being.

Neurofeedback is noninvasive, and the best part? You can train your brain from the comfort of your own home!

Your brain can change. So can your life.

Interested in learning whether neurofeedback is right for you? Comment "BRAIN" or send me a message!

Dr. Mindy Haukedahl, PhD, LMFT, BCN

11/05/2026

THIS. THIS IS WHY I DO WHAT I DO. ❤️

I woke up this morning to a message that made my heart flutter with emotions.

Years ago, I walked alongside this sweet girl during her junior and senior years of high school. We navigated college decisions, the pressures of becoming a Division I athlete, and the challenges of finding her way through some incredibly difficult seasons.

I hadn't heard from her in years.

And then THIS message arrived.

Sometimes we never get to see the impact we have on someone's life. And sometimes, God gives us a little glimpse.

My heart is SO full.

THIS is why I became a therapist. THIS is why I continue to study, research, and push myself to understand the brain, mental health, and healing at deeper levels.

Every degree. Every certification. Every long hour spent researching.

It's never been about the letters behind my name. It's about the lives I have the privilege of impacting.

To know that the tools we worked on together are STILL making a difference years later? And that she's now pursuing her dreams?

There are no words.

THIS is my WHY.

10/14/2026

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOUR BRAIN’S NIGHTTIME CLEANING CREW GETS INTERRUPTED?

Last night, I woke up in the middle of the night. And instead of simply rolling over and falling back asleep, I made one critical mistake.

I STARTED THINKING.

What do I need to accomplish tomorrow? Did I forget something? What needs my attention?

And just like that, my brain went from REST mode to THINK mode!

Here’s what’s fascinating from a neuroscience perspective.

While we sleep, our brains are doing some pretty incredible housekeeping. The glymphatic system helps clear metabolic waste, while the brain processes memories, regulates emotions, and supports cellular maintenance.

I like to imagine tiny housekeepers inside my brain, sweeping away yesterday’s clutter and preparing everything for a fresh start.

But when I woke up and started mentally organizing my entire life at 3 AM, those poor housekeepers were standing there holding their brooms, waiting for me to GO BACK TO SLEEP!

Why?

Because engaging in worry, planning, and problem-solving can increase activity in the prefrontal cortex, the region behind your forehead involved in executive functioning, decision-making, and higher-order thinking.

That mental activity can increase alertness, making it harder to return to sleep.

And when sleep becomes fragmented, the brain may have less opportunity to complete some of its important overnight restorative processes.

Here’s what I want you to remember:

Your brain doesn’t need you to solve tomorrow’s problems at 3 AM.

It needs you to REST.

So the next time you wake up in the middle of the night, resist the temptation to start planning, analyzing, worrying, or replaying yesterday’s conversations.

Let those little housekeepers keep working!

Sometimes the most productive thing you can do for your brain is absolutely NOTHING.

Your brain is extraordinary. Give it the sleep it deserves.

10/10/2026

WHAT IF YOU COULD ACTUALLY SEE YOUR BRAIN LEARNING TO REGULATE ITSELF?

I absolutely LOVE being a featured neurofeedback practitioner with Myndlift!

As a licensed neuropsychotherapist and board-certified neurofeedback practitioner, one of the most fascinating parts of my work is being able to observe my patients' brainwave activity LIVE as they train!

Yes, LIVE! I can monitor their brainwave frequencies in real time, evaluate patterns, track progress, and personalize training protocols based on what their brains are actually doing.

Why is neurofeedback so powerful?

Our brains produce electrical activity that influences attention, emotional regulation, relaxation, and sleep. Neurofeedback uses real-time feedback to help the brain practice regulating that activity through learning and repetition.

When appropriately tailored to the individual, neurofeedback may help support:

Improved attention and concentration

Emotional regulation and stress management

Better sleep and relaxation

Greater cognitive flexibility and self-regulation

Reduced symptoms associated with anxiety and hyperarousal

What makes working with me different?

At Afton Therapy, I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to brain health. I combine my clinical experience in mental health, brainwave assessments, and individualized neurofeedback protocols to better understand each patient's unique patterns.

And one of my favorite features? Patients can train from the comfort of their own homes while I remotely monitor their progress and adjust their protocols as clinically appropriate!

Neurofeedback isn't a magic cure, but it is a fascinating, research-informed tool for supporting brain self-regulation. Evidence varies by condition, which is why individualized assessment matters.

The brain's capacity to learn and adapt through neuroplasticity never ceases to amaze me!

I am currently accepting new patients interested in understanding their brainwave patterns and exploring whether neurofeedback is right for them.

Your brain is constantly communicating. Let's learn how to listen.

10/07/2026

While my son is getting a haircut and my daughter is receiving some additional academic support, here I am… the crazy lady sitting in her car collecting brainwave data for a NEW research study!

I am 1,000,000% FASCINATED with the human brain!

If you had told me years ago that I would be studying neuropsychoimmunology and the connection between the brain, immune system, and overall health, I would have thought you were nuts!

Yet here I am, absolutely obsessed with understanding how brainwave frequencies correlate with our mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

Our brains reveal patterns we may not even recognize within ourselves. And the more I study, the more fascinated I become!

Some people scroll social media while waiting in their cars. I study brainwaves!

Curious about YOUR brain? I’m currently accepting new patients at Afton Therapy for brain mapping (qEEG), neurofeedback, and integrative neuropsychotherapy.

Your brain has a story to tell. Let’s explore it!

10/06/2026

After seven years of renting space, I still can’t quite believe I get to call this beautiful office the permanent home of my private practice.

I wanted to create more than an office. I wanted a space that feels safe, peaceful, warm, and calming from the moment you walk through the door—a place where you can exhale, feel understood, and begin doing meaningful work toward healing and growth.

And there’s one spot that makes me especially emotional… that last empty picture frame. In just a couple of months, it will hold my doctorate degree—something I have worked incredibly hard for and a milestone that makes this space feel even more special.

I’m currently accepting new clients at Afton Therapy, and I would love to welcome you into this space. Whether you’re looking for psychotherapy, ADHD testing, qEEG brain mapping, neurofeedback, or a more integrative approach to mental and emotional wellness, my door is open.

This is home. And I’m so grateful for everything it represents.

10/04/2026

ADHD testing should be more than a checklist.

At Afton Therapy, I take a highly comprehensive approach to ADHD assessment because an accurate diagnosis requires looking at the whole picture—not just one score or one person’s opinion.

My evaluations may include:
• Self-report and clinical rating scales
• Parent, teacher, or other observer feedback
• Dr. Thomas Brown’s ADHD rating scales
• Dr. Daniel Amen’s ADD/brain-system questionnaires
• T.O.V.A. continuous performance testing
• Nesplora virtual-reality attention testing
• qEEG brainwave data

I combine behavioral observations, multiple perspectives, objective attention testing, and brainwave data to better understand how your brain is actually functioning.

Because symptoms like distractibility, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, poor working memory, and executive-function difficulties can overlap with many other concerns.

The goal isn’t simply to give you a diagnosis. It’s to understand your brain well enough to know what to do next.

Afton Therapy
ADHD Testing | qEEG Brain Mapping | Neuropsychotherapy

09/30/2026

What if your mental health treatment could be guided by what your brain is actually doing—not just by what you’re feeling?
Anxiety. Racing thoughts. Poor focus. Emotional dysregulation. Brain fog. Trouble sleeping. Feeling constantly “on edge.” These symptoms are real—but the patterns behind them can look very different from one brain to another.
That’s why I believe understanding brainwave activity can add an important layer to mental health care.
At Afton Therapy, I use qEEG brain mapping and neurofeedback to look at patterns of electrical brain activity associated with attention, arousal, relaxation, and regulation. Rather than relying only on symptoms, this information can help us develop a more individualized picture of how your brain is functioning.
And this is different from the information you get from a watch or ring. Those devices can provide valuable information from signals such as heart rate, movement, and sleep patterns—but they do not measure EEG brainwave activity. The Muse S Athena headband allows us to collect information directly from the head, including EEG signals, to better understand patterns of brain activity.
For me, mental health care shouldn’t be about guessing what your brain needs. It should be about combining your story, your symptoms, clinical assessment, and objective data to create a more personalized path forward.
Your symptoms tell us how you feel.
Your brainwave data can give us another window into how your brain is functioning.
-Psychotherapy
-qEEG Brain Mapping
-Neurofeedback
-ADHD Assessment
-Integrative Neuropsychotherapy

Afton Therapy | Helping you understand your brain so we can better support your whole person.

09/21/2026

What if your brain isn’t “broken”—it’s simply stuck in patterns that are making everyday life harder?

Racing thoughts. Difficulty focusing. Feeling emotionally overwhelmed or reactive. Trouble shutting your brain off at night. These experiences can feel exhausting, especially when you don’t understand why your brain is responding the way it is.

At Afton Therapy, qEEG brain mapping allows us to look at patterns of brainwave activity rather than simply guessing based on symptoms. Neurofeedback can then be used to help the brain practice more regulated patterns over time.

🧠 Assess. Train. Balance. Transform.

Your brain is capable of learning and changing. Understanding its patterns can be the first step toward helping it function differently.

Your brain can change. So can your life.

Neurofeedback outcomes vary by individual. Brain mapping and neurofeedback are not substitutes for medical evaluation or treatment.

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