Brainspotting (BSP) is a model for deep and lasting change based on the discovery by Dr. David Grand that “where you look affects how you feel.” This intervention allows us access to the subconscious emotional and body-based parts of our brain that are connected to our “fight, flight, freeze” responses. We store trauma on this subconscious level, which means that our internal alarm system goes off and we experience a stress response (anxiety, panic, rage, shut down, etc.) anytime our brain picks up a signal that reminds us of a painful or traumatic event. Most often, these signals are false alarms long after the original stressor took place. BSP helps us to target and reorganize our internal alarm system, so that we no longer find ourselves experiencing stress responses when faced with false alarms. Ultimately, leading to an improvement in overall emotional and psychological wellbeing.

Yes, Brainspotting is equally as effective via Telehealth as it is in person.

No. While I do use Brainspotting in my clinical practice, you do not need to be a therapy client nor do you need to be a Maine resident. I provide Brainspotting as an offering outside the scope of my clinical practice in order to provide support for anyone seeking the benefits of BSP.