Brainspotting

Brainspotting is a somewhat newer therapy tool. It was developed from a clinician who was trained in EMDR initially.

I find it to be a very powerful tool in working with anxiety, depression, PTSD, PMADs and so many other issues.

Plus it can be used for performance enhancement for people who want to be better public speakers or improve their golf swing or basketball skills.

Brainspotting fits me as a clinician because I am more easily able to follow the client. I use a pointer – Ok. I couldn’t resist the cute little pointer puppy, but no, I don’t use pointer dogs in sessions but a pointer more like this.

Brainspotting uses eye positions, where you gaze or where I notice you have a subtle reaction as we use the pointer to access memories, feelings, thoughts and body sensations.

I then closely follow the client has his or her beautiful brain leads the way to what needs to be processed. I am noticing small things, and if we find that the client is too activated we can find an eye gaze spot that is safer. Sometimes slower is better. 

You can watch this video explaining more about Brainspotting.