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Brainspotting

Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions, anxiety , or trauma ? Brainspotting is a form of therapy that can help you process your feelings, heal your wounds, and find relief from your symptoms.

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What it helps with

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How it works

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  1. Early on

    Notice what you feel

    You and your counsellor choose a feeling, memory or body sensation to focus on. You notice where it shows up in your body and how strong it feels right now.

  2. As you go

    Find and hold a spot

    Your counsellor slowly moves a pointer across your view to find an eye position where the feeling seems strongest. You rest your gaze there and notice what comes up.

  3. Over time

    Keep going steadily

    You talk about what shifted and how your body feels now. You and your counsellor decide together how long to keep going and when to pause.

Brainspotting may suit you if you

  • Feel stuck even after talking things through
  • Notice strong feelings or tension held in your body
  • Want an approach that relies less on words
  • Want to work on painful memories at a gentle pace
  • Want help with anxiety, chronic pain or substance use
  • Are curious about a brain-body approach

Something else may fit better if you

  • Are in crisis right now: call or text 9-8-8
  • Mainly want space to talk things through
  • Want clear skills and worksheets, as in CBT
  • Find focusing on body feelings too much right now

Not sure? A free consultation can help you choose.

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More about brainspotting

Brainspotting: A Revolutionary Therapy for Trauma and Anxiety

Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions, anxiety, or trauma? Brainspotting is a form of therapy that can help you process your feelings, heal your wounds, and find relief from your symptoms.

What is Brainspotting?

Brainspotting is a brain-body therapy that uses eye positions to access and process traumatic or emotional experiences. This therapy is based on the idea that the eyes are the windows to the brain, and by focusing on specific eye positions, the therapist can help the individual access and release stored emotions and trauma.

How Does Brainspotting Work?

Brainspotting typically involves 8-12 sessions, depending on the individual's needs and goals. The therapy sessions are structured and guided by a licensed therapist who specializes in Brainspotting. The therapist helps the individual identify and process their traumatic or emotional experiences by guiding their eye movements towards specific "brainspots" in their visual field.

Brainspotting uses various techniques to help the individual access and release their emotions, including visualization, body awareness, and mindfulness. The therapist also helps the individual integrate their experiences into their present-day life and relationships.

Benefits of Brainspotting

Brainspotting has been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of mental health issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and chronic pain. According to research, Brainspotting has an 85-90% success rate in reducing trauma symptoms and improving emotional well-being. Brainspotting can also help individuals improve their self-awareness, emotional regulation, and relationship skills.

Is Brainspotting Right for You?

Brainspotting is suitable for individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, or other emotional distress. Brainspotting is particularly helpful for individuals who have tried other forms of therapy without success.

Conclusion

Brainspotting helps people heal from trauma and process difficult emotions. It uses specific eye positions to support the brain's natural healing process. As a result, people can reduce stress, improve emotional regulation, build self-awareness, and develop healthier relationships.

If you're interested in exploring Brainspotting, schedule a consultation with our licensed therapists at No Fear Counselling who specialize in this form of therapy. Take the first step towards improving your emotional well-being and finding relief from your symptoms today!

No Fear Counselling provides Brainspotting Therapy in Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Richmond, Coquitlam, Langley, Victoria, Kelowna, Penticton, as well as online counselling all over Canada.
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FAQs

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  • In a brainspotting session, you focus on a feeling, memory or body sensation while your counsellor helps you find an eye position linked to it. Your counsellor may slowly move a pointer across your view and ask where the feeling seems strongest. You then rest your gaze on that spot and notice what comes up, such as thoughts, images or changes in your body. You can talk as much or as little as you like.

  • No, you do not have to tell the full story of what happened. Brainspotting focuses on what you notice in your body and mind, so many people find they can do this work with few words. You decide what to share and when, and you can keep some things private.

  • Brainspotting can be used with complex trauma, and your counsellor goes at your pace. They help you feel steady and grounded before any deeper work, and you can pause or stop at any time. If you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 9-8-8, call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433), or call 911 if you are in danger.

  • Yes, you can often do brainspotting online by video from anywhere in BC. Your counsellor may guide your gaze to a spot on the screen or in your room, and help you set up a quiet, private space. Because it is a body-focused approach, some people prefer to meet in person, and you can choose either.

  • It may be, depending on your plan. Many extended health plans cover Registered Clinical Counsellors and Canadian Certified Counsellors (RCC/CCC), so check your own plan to see what it covers. Our team includes RCCs, and we offer sliding scale rates for eligible people. You can find more on our fees and funding page.

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