Brainspotting Therapy

What is Brainspotting Therapy

Brainspotting Therapy (BSP) is a cutting-edge, mind-body-focused therapeutic approach that helps you access, process and resolve deeply rooted emotional and physical pain. It was developed by Dr. David Grand in 2003, building on foundational work in trauma and neuroscience.

Think of Brainspotting as a way to use your brain’s natural ability to heal itself. By focusing your gaze on specific points in your visual field, we can tap into the deeper parts of your brain that hold unprocessed memories, emotions and trauma. Unlike traditional talk therapy which primarily engages the thinking part of your brain, Brainspotting therapy works directly with the brain’s emotional and survival centers, making it a powerful tool for transformation.

Who Can Benefit from Brainspotting Therapy?
Brainspotting is highly effective for a range of concerns, including:

• Trauma and PTSD: Resolving distress from past events without needing to relive them in detail.
• Anxiety and Depression: Reducing emotional overwhelm and changing negative patterns.
• Performance Enhancement: Helping athletes, musicians and professionals overcome blocks and reach peak potential.
• Chronic Pain and Somatic Symptoms: Addressing pain and physical symptoms linked to emotional experiences.
• Substance Use and Addictions: Supporting recovery by resolving underlying emotional triggers.
• Enhance creativity and focus
• Improve sleep and reduce nightmares

“After years of traditional therapy, Brainspotting helped me process trauma I didn’t even know I was carrying. The results were profound and lasting. I feel like I can finally move forward with my life.”

Common Questions About Brainspotting Therapy

Why is Brainspotting Therapy Different?

Many people describe Brainspotting as more rapid, profound and transformative than traditional talk therapy alone. It uses your brain’s natural healing capacity, so the process feels deeply intuitive. You don’t need to relive your trauma or explain every detail. Instead, we follow your brain’s lead.

How does Brainspotting Therapy work?

Brainspotting works by helping you find specific eye positions that connect to emotional experiences stored in your brain and body. Using a pointer or wand, we identify these “brain spots” and allow your brain’s natural healing abilities to process and release stored trauma.

What makes it different from traditional therapy?

Unlike traditional talk therapy, Brainspotting works directly with the subcortical brain – where trauma is stored. This allows for deeper, faster healing without needing to repeatedly discuss traumatic experiences.

What Does a Session Feel Like?

You’ll sit quietly (you can listen to Brainspotting music if you would like) while I help you find a brainspot, focusing on the sensations or emotions that arise. Many people experience a sense of calm, insight or emotional release. Others may feel a gentle unwinding of long-held tension or butterflies in their stomach. It’s a uniquely personal experience tailored to your needs.

Brainspotting meets you where you are. It allows your mind and body to heal in a way that feels organic and empowering. If you’re curious to learn more, I’d love to discuss how Brainspotting could be helpful for your specific concerns.