Brainspotting

Brainspotting is a body-oriented, trauma-sensitive approach based on the observation that the gaze is associated with inner experiences. Certain gaze directions or visual points—called brainspots—activate stored memories and emotions. When these points are noticed and held mindfully, the nervous system can begin to process stored tension, trauma energy, or over-arousal. Brainspotting was developed by Dr. David Grand and has applications in trauma therapy, stress, pain, anxiety and emotional distress. It works with the body, not against it – in a state of rest, attention and security.

How Brainspotting Works

The view opens an access to neural networks in which experiences are stored.
As you focus on a particular point in space, the nervous system is gently brought into contact with inner images, feelings and body sensations.
These can organize, reconnect and integrate.
The system regulates itself without having to force anything.

When Brainspotting Can Be Helpful

• trauma, overload and stress
• emotional overload or rigidity
• fear, guilt or shame
• deepening other processes