Brainspotting Therapy for Trauma & Emotional Healing | Sequoia Counseling
Brainspotting Therapy for Trauma & Emotional Healing
A powerful, focused therapy for processing trauma stored deep in the brain.
What Is It?
About Brainspotting Therapy
Brainspotting works on the premise that "where you look affects how you feel." By identifying specific eye positions that correlate with unprocessed trauma, it accesses and releases material stored deep in the subcortical brain — bypassing the analytical mind entirely.
"Where you look affects how you feel. Brainspotting uses that truth to unlock deep healing."
— The Sequoia Counseling Team
Why Brainspotting?
Benefits of Brainspotting
Clients often describe breakthroughs that years of talk therapy couldn't reach.
Processes trauma stored deep in the subcortical brain
Often works faster than traditional talk therapy
Effective for PTSD, anxiety, phobias, and performance issues
Gentle and non-invasive — no need to verbally recount trauma
Supports the brain's natural self-healing capacity
Can be used alongside other therapeutic modalities
Common Questions
Brainspotting FAQ
What is Brainspotting?
Brainspotting (BSP) is a powerful, focused treatment method that works by identifying, processing, and releasing core neurophysiological sources of emotional and body pain, trauma, dissociation, and a variety of other challenging symptoms.
How does Brainspotting work?
The therapist uses a pointer to guide your eye position while you focus on a specific issue. Where you look affects how you feel — certain eye positions (brainspots) activate trauma stored in the subcortical brain, allowing it to be processed and released.
Is Brainspotting right for me?
Brainspotting can be helpful for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, phobias, grief, performance enhancement, and more. It's suitable for most adults and teens. Your therapist will discuss whether it's a good fit during your intake.
How many sessions does it take?
Some clients notice significant shifts in just a few sessions. Others benefit from ongoing Brainspotting as part of a longer treatment plan. Your therapist will work with you to determine the right approach.
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