Should I Try Brainspotting Therapy?

Perhaps you’re not new to therapy. In fact, maybe you’re someone who’s tried more than one therapist. You’ve explored different types of talk therapy, but something still feels… stuck.

Or maybe you’ve never been to therapy at all, but you know you're carrying heavy stories that feel too overwhelming to speak aloud. In fact, when you’ve tried talking about it in the past, you’ve experienced panic or anxiety attacks—so naturally, the idea of talk therapy feels daunting.

Or maybe you’ve just heard of Brainspotting therapy and are wondering: Is Brainspotting right for me?

What is Brainspotting?

Brainspotting is a powerful and effective brain-body-based therapy that helps clients process trauma, anxiety, and emotional pain—even when words feel out of reach. Unlike traditional talk therapy, Brainspotting requires less verbal processing, which can make it a great option for those who feel overwhelmed, shut down, or stuck.

It’s based on the idea that “where you look affects how you feel.” Using your visual field and body awareness, we locate “brainspots”—eye positions connected to stored trauma and emotional experiences—so your brain can naturally begin to process and release what’s been held.

What Does a Brainspotting Session Look Like?

In session, we’ll begin by gently discussing what you’d like to work on. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. Then, I’ll help you tune into what you’re feeling in your body and scale the intensity. From there, I’ll guide you in finding the brainspot—an eye position that connects with what you’re feeling internally.

We hold that gaze while allowing your brain and body to do deep, internal healing work—activating the subcortical brain (the area responsible for survival, trauma, and emotional regulation). This allows for healing from the inside out, without needing to relive every detail of the past.

Who Can Brainspotting Help?

Brainspotting can be incredibly helpful for people navigating:

• Trauma and PTSD (including childhood abuse, car accidents, medical trauma)

• Anxiety and panic attacks

• Grief or complicated loss

• Performance anxiety (athletes, musicians, creatives, public speakers)

• Emotional numbness or shutdown

• Chronic stress or physical symptoms (headaches, tension, stomach issues)

• Attachment wounds and relational struggles

What About Faith-Based Brainspotting?

As a faith-based therapist, I integrate Christian principles into the healing process for clients who desire it. If your faith is an important part of your life, we can invite God into your Brainspotting work—whether through prayer, Scripture, or simply holding space for the spiritual aspects of your story.

Many clients find that Brainspotting helps them reconnect with themselves and their relationship with God in deeper, more embodied ways.

What Happens in the First Session?

Our first session will be a chance for me to get to know you, your story, and what you're hoping for in therapy. I’ll also walk you through what to expect during Brainspotting sessions so you feel safe and prepared.

We can begin Brainspotting as early as your second session, if you feel ready.

Ready to Learn More?

If you’re curious about Brainspotting or wondering whether it’s right for you, I’d love to connect. You can fill out my contact form or explore the Brainspotting tab on my website for more info.

You don’t have to stay stuck. Relief and healing are possible.