Dr. Tiff Thompson: Rewiring the Future of Brain Health and Biological Dentistry

Dr. Tiff Thompson, Ph.D., QEEG-DL, BCN, LMFT, R.EEG.T. is a pioneering clinical neuroscientist, neurodiagnostician, therapist, author, and educator whose work bridges the disciplines of psychology, neurophysiology, and human potential. Through her leadership at NeuroField Neurotherapy in Santa Barbara, California, she has transformed how clinicians approach brain health—merging evidence-based science with an understanding of the psyche to restore cognition, balance, and emotional well-being.

Produced by Anthony and TereZa Lolli, “Bye Ol’ Dentistry” unites world leaders in medicine, neuroscience, and biological dentistry to explore how oral health, brain function, and systemic vitality are interconnected. Dr. Thompson’s participation highlights how innovations in neuroscience and neuromodulation complement the biological movement in dentistry—showing that healing the body begins with understanding the brain.

Clinical Leadership and Innovation

Dr. Tiff Thompson is a pioneering clinical neuroscientist, neurodiagnostician, therapist, author, and educator who has dedicated her career to understanding the workings of the human brain, the physiological profiles of clinical symptoms, and the use of neurostimulation in their treatment.

As the founder and CEO of NeuroField Neurotherapy, a clinic specializing in applied neurostimulation in Santa Barbara, California, Dr. Thompson has built an international reputation for her work, marrying cutting-edge neuroscience with psychodynamic psychology. She is the creator of The School of Neurotherapy, an educational institution that offers advanced training in quantitative electroencephalography (QEEG), EEG analysis, Event Related Potential testing and assessment, and clinically applied blends of customized neurostimulation.

In addition to her clinical and educational leadership, Dr. Thompson is a Registered EEG Technician (R.EEG.T.), a credential signifying recognized medical proficiency in neurodiagnostics. She also holds board certifications as a licensed QEEG Diplomate (QEEG-DL), a Board Certified Neurotherapist (BCN), and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Through these combined qualifications, she has transformed the landscape of applied neuroscience by making advanced brain-based therapies and education accessible to mental health clinicians and patients worldwide.

Education and Academic Formation

Dr. Thompson holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute, where her doctoral research focused on “EEG in Depth: Electroencephalography of Psychodynamics.” She also earned a Master’s in Depth Counseling Psychology from Pacifica, as well as a Master’s in Rhetoric & Political Culture from the University of Maryland, where she began her teaching career.

Over the years, she has taught a range of courses—from Critical Thinking and Advanced Public Speaking to Depth EEG Analysis and Advanced Computational Neuroanalysis—and remains committed to both pedagogy and clinical mentorship in the current day. Her work reflects the rare ability to merge neuroscience, psychology, and philosophy into a cohesive and human-centered educational approach.

Clinical Focus and Contributions

In her clinical role, Dr. Thompson specializes in advanced EEG analysis, ERP analysis, QEEG brain mapping, and neuromodulation techniques including the blended modalities of transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS), transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), pink noise stimulation, brown noise stimulation, biphasic stimulation, photobiomodulation, vagus nerve stimulation, and pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (pEMF).

To date, she has created 132 blended protocols for a variety of clinical conditions and has treated thousands of patients, pioneering the integration of neurostimulation with psychotherapy to improve clients’ cognition, mood regulation, trauma recovery, and executive functioning. At NeuroField Neurotherapy, she oversees a large clinical caseload and mentors clinicians in the art and science of EEG interpretation and treatment planning. Her clinical prowess has made the Santa Barbara clinic a beacon for those seeking non-invasive, research-backed interventions that unlock the brain’s endogenous healing potential.

As an educator, Dr. Thompson is widely recognized for her innovative teaching methods. The School of Neurotherapy offers foundational and advanced courses and series such as EEG for Beginners, Psychodynamics of EEG, 40-hour Bootcamps on Neurostimulation and EEG/QEEG Analysis, online certification courses for board certification in Neurotherapy and board certification in Quantitative EEG (QEEG), and a Didactic QEEG Certification Course that regularly graduates clinicians into the highest levels of QEEG practice.

The gamut of her educational reach includes series on profiling cases of disorder, clinical profiles in ERP studies, Grand Rounds for EEG and Event Related Potentials Analysis, and more. And since 2017, she has hosted professional conferences and retreats through the School of Neurotherapy that bring together global leaders in neuroscience and neurotherapy to advance both clinical practice and scientific research. Through her teaching, she has trained hundreds of clinicians across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

Thought Leadership and Public Engagement

Dr. Thompson is a sought-after international speaker, delivering lectures, workshops, and keynote presentations for leading professional organizations. She has presented for the Association of Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback (AAPB), the International Society of Neuroregulation and Research (ISNR), the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance, Autism One, and the Applied Neuroscience Society of Australasia (ANSA), among others. Her role as a neuroscientist with Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Encephalon Events (2021) further amplified her public profile, where she presented EEG findings in meditation to audiences of over 1,500 participants.

Her scholarly work is equally influential.

In 2023, she authored “EEG in Depth: Seeing Psyche in Brainwaves” for Elsevier’s third edition of “Introduction to Quantitative EEG and Neurofeedback.” She has also written for Psychology Today, Windpower Monthly, Wind Tech International, and Rhetoric & Public Affairs, reflecting the breadth of her intellectual curiosity and expertise. She is currently working on her first full-length book, slated for release in 2026, which will bring her clinical insights and theoretical contributions to a wider audience.

Community and Mission

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Dr. Thompson serves her community and her field with dedication. She is a Board Member of Jodi House, a Santa Barbara nonprofit supporting survivors of traumatic brain injuries, and a Board Member of the International QEEG Certification Board (IQEEGCB), where she helps set global standards for QEEG practice. Previously, she served as Executive Director of the Western Association of Biofeedback and Neuroscience, where she expanded education, training, and professional development opportunities for practitioners.

Dr. Thompson’s work is ultimately defined by her mission: to make neuroscience accessible, meaningful, and transformative. Whether she is analyzing brainwave patterns, developing neurostimulation protocols, teaching future clinicians, or speaking to a global audience, her commitment to patient outcomes and brain health shines through. She believes that the true measure of neuroscience is its ability to change lives, and she continues to advance that vision every day through clinical innovation, public education, and leadership.

In her personal life, Tiff is the mother of two energetic boys, Neo (3) and Boomer (6). She and her husband, Dr. Nicholas Dogris, co-founder of the hardware/software company NeuroField, Inc., work side-by-side at their Santa Barbara clinic, pioneering the combined use of neurotherapy and psychotherapy to optimize brain health. Together, they exemplify the integration of science, family, and service to others.

Neuroscience Meets Biological Dentistry in “Bye Ol’ Dentistry”

Dr. Thompson’s inclusion in “Bye Ol’ Dentistry” expands the conversation beyond dentistry and into neuroscience. Produced by Lolli Brands Entertainment, the film connects oral-systemic health to brain function, exploring how inflammation, toxins, and stress originating in the mouth can influence cognitive and emotional health.

Her participation highlights the importance of integrating neuroscience into whole-body medicine. By drawing connections between dental health and neural regulation, the film demonstrates how emerging technologies—such as neurostimulation and biofeedback—can play a role in recovery, stress modulation, and long-term systemic balance.

Through her clinical leadership and educational influence, Dr. Thompson represents the next frontier of healthcare: one where dentistry, medicine, and neuroscience work together to support human performance and healing at every level.