Brainspotting is a cutting-edge, brain and body based therapy that bypasses the thinking brain by going deep into our subcortical brain which helps to unlock emotional pain and physical tension. The healing process can happen much more quickly in Brainspotting than in traditional talk therapy.

I listen to what you want to get from our sessions, whether it is to sort out an upsetting situation, figure out what to do about a relationship, or achieve a goal. Then I guide you to find the eye spot in your field of vision that accesses the area in your brain where emotional and physical blocks are stored that are keeping you stuck. As your brain and body processes on this eye spot, you can talk as much or as little as you like during the process. This benefits you, as you have control of your therapy process and also decreases the risk of re-traumatization which can happen when there is continuous discussion of traumatic memories.

Trauma: Whether the trauma was from a single incident or ongoing childhood trauma with attachment wounds, Brainspotting can help. In a 5 year study of those directly impacted by the Sandy Hook tragedy, Brainspotting was the most effective treatment.

Anxiety and panic: Brainspotting can uncover and resolve past experiences that contribute to symptoms.

Depression: Negative self esteem and shame can exacerbate depression. Brainspotting can strengthen the positive neural networks in your brain by providing a embodied felt experience of your own goodness and self-worth.

Imposter Syndrome: Brainspotting can target your self-doubt and help you feel the self-assurance of being good enough.

Perfectionism and Procrastination: Brainspotting can help when you are questioning yourself and procrastinating because you are afraid of not being perfect.

Performance: Brainspotting can help you resolve performance blocks and access your flow state. This is helpful not only for athletes, artists, writers, and performers, but anyone who wants to feel more confident and centered when they are in high pressure situations.

To become a certified Brainspotting therapist, I have undertaken rigorous training on the neuroscience of Brainspotting and also received clinical supervision on how to integrate my training to skillfully treat emotional pain and trauma. Beyond the certification requirements, I have also taken specialty Brainspotting trainings on how to work through mental blocks that get in the way of performance goals, as well as using Brainspotting to decrease shame and feel more equipped to cope with life’s challenges.