Dr Amy Ford

Dr. Amy is a clinical psychologist and board certified school neuropsychologist who provides assessment services for children and adolescents ages 4-25. Dr. Amy has been working in the mental health field for over 15 years. Dr. Amy received a Masters degree from Pepperdine University with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. Dr. Amy received a doctorate in clinical psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Seattle, Washington with a specialization in child psychology and neuropsychology. Dr. Amy completed pre-doctoral internships at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders in Tarzana, California and the University of Washington CARE clinic in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Amy’s specialization and training include child and adolescent mental health, neurodevelopment differences including Autism Spectrum, Attention Deficit Disorders, mood and behavioral disorders, personality disorders, assessment of disability, and learning disorders.

Dr. Amy’s approach is strength based, no-nonsense, cognitive-behavioral, systems, supportive and challenging.

Dr. Amy started Dayspring Behavioral Health in 2012 with the goal of creating a team of well qualified mental health professionals to provide therapy, assessment services and educational support services that results in greater mental wellness and improved functioning. Dr. Amy and her team are dedicated to delivering research based treatments and a holistic approach to mental wellness.

In her spare time, Dr. Amy enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, coaching cross country and track teams, and training for endurance races.