Brainspotting Therapy
Brainspotting is a powerful therapy that integrates mind and body to help identify, process, and release emotional stress, psychological distress, and trauma. Rooted in the idea that “where you look affects how you feel,” Brainspotting uses specific eye positions, called brain spots, to access unprocessed trauma, emotional pain, and deeply stored memories in the brain and nervous system.
This somatic and neurologically-informed therapy can be effective for a wide range of mental health concerns, including:
Anxiety and panic attacks
Depression and mood disorders
Post-traumatic stress (PTSD) and complex trauma
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Grief and loss
Addictions and compulsions
Phobias and fears
Chronic stress and burnout
Performance anxiety and creative blocks
Brainspotting is similar to EMDR in that it supports the brain’s natural ability to heal, rewire neural pathways, and restore emotional regulation. It’s particularly helpful for clients who feel “stuck,” overwhelmed, or disconnected from talk therapy alone.
FAQ
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Brainspotting is a therapeutic approach that uses eye positions to help access and release stored trauma, stress, and emotional pain. It helps the brain and body process experiences that might feel “stuck,” supporting deep healing.
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When something overwhelming happens, the brain can sometimes hold onto it in ways that create symptoms like anxiety, panic, or feeling shut down. Brainspotting helps access those “stuck” places gently, so your nervous system can process and integrate the experience, reducing symptoms over time.
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Both Brainspotting and EMDR use eye positions to access the brain’s natural healing processes, but Brainspotting is often slower and more attuned to the client’s nervous system. Many people find it to be a gentler, more flexible approach.
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Your therapist will invite you to bring a challenge, memory, or sensation to mind, then help you find an eye position (“brainspot”) that connects to it. As you focus there, your brain and body begin to process the experience at a deep level, while your therapist offers support and grounding.
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Brainspotting can be helpful for people dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, performance blocks, or chronic stress. Many artists, athletes, and highly sensitive people also use Brainspotting to unlock creativity and enhance performance.
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Yes! Brainspotting works very well via telehealth. With a stable internet connection and video setup, clients can experience the same benefits as in-person sessions from the comfort of their home.