Brainspotting Therapy in Charlotte, NC
Brainspotting is an effective therapeutic method for treating a variety of emotional and somatic conditions, especially those rooted in trauma. Like EMDR, it allows deeper processing and reprogramming to occur so the client can make greater strides in their healing. This allows for more rapid relief from the negative effects of trauma.
Individuals who receive Brainspotting therapy are able to release the trauma by working with the parts of the brain where trauma is stored. The simple yet effective method involves using the eyes to track the movement of the clinician’s hand while maintaining a state of mindful awareness.
What is Brainspotting?
Brainspotting is an effective therapeutic method founded in 2003 by Dr. David Grand, PhD. This method uses guided eye movement to access trauma and difficult emotions. Dr. Grand’s research found that some patients were able to more effectively process their trauma by fixing their eyes in a certain position. Compared to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, also known as talk therapy, Brainspotting works with the midbrain and brainstem, which store trauma. For this reason, Brainspotting does not require extensive talking about the traumatic event(s).
The goal of Brainspotting is to bypass the prefrontal cortex, also known as the “smart brain,” to access the deeper parts of the brain, which we may refer to as the “emotional brain” and “survival brain.” By accessing these deeper parts of the brain, patients can experience significant relief, sometimes after just one session.
Who Can Benefit from Brainspotting?
Brainspotting can be an effective therapy for those suffering from: