Brainspotting (BSP) is a neuroscience-based therapy that helps process unresolved trauma, anxiety, and emotional distress by using eye positioning to access deep parts of the brain. By focusing on specific "brainspots"—eye positions connected to unprocessed experiences—Brainspotting allows the brain to release stored trauma and regulate emotions without needing to talk through painful memories.

Unlike traditional talk therapy, which focuses on processing experiences verbally, Brainspotting works on a deeper, subconscious level by accessing areas of the brain linked to trauma and stress. This allows for faster, more profound emotional healing without the need to relive distressing experiences through words.

Traditional therapy often doesn’t account for the lived experiences of oppression, cultural trauma, and generational grief that many BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals carry. Brainspotting allows for healing beyond words, making it a powerful tool for processing:
Racial trauma and intergenerational grief
Systemic oppression and the emotional toll of marginalization
Queer and trans experiences of loss, rejection, or identity-based stress
Community-based grief, collective trauma, and resilience

At Kinship Counseling Collective, our therapists integrate anti-oppressive, culturally responsive care into Brainspotting, ensuring that healing is rooted in your lived experience and identity.

Brainspotting is effective for:
Trauma & PTSD – Processing past experiences stored in the nervous system.
Anxiety & Depression – Regulating emotions and reducing overwhelming thoughts.
Grief & Loss – Helping navigate emotional pain and release unresolved grief.
Chronic Stress & Burnout – Supporting emotional resilience and nervous system regulation.
Performance & Creativity Blocks – Beneficial for artists, athletes, and professionals facing mental barriers.
Physical Symptoms of Stress – Addressing pain, tension, and nervous system dysregulation linked to emotional distress.

Yes. Brainspotting is a gentle, non-invasive approach that allows your brain and body to process experiences in a way that feels natural and safe. Your therapist will ensure you stay within a comfortable emotional window and will guide you through the process with care.

No. One of the key benefits of Brainspotting is that it allows your brain to process trauma without requiring you to verbally relive painful experiences. The technique is designed to tap into the body’s natural ability to heal without needing to put everything into words.

During a session, your therapist will:

• Guide you to focus on a specific issue or feeling.

• Use eye positioning techniques to identify a "brainspot" connected to stored emotional experiences.

• Help you gently process what comes up at your own pace, using mindfulness and somatic techniques.

Brainspotting is a client-led process, meaning you are always in control, and your therapist is there to support and guide you in a way that feels safe.

Yes! Many people turn to Brainspotting after traditional therapy hasn’t fully resolved their symptoms. Because it works directly with the brain’s deep processing system, it can help release emotional blocks that talk therapy alone may not reach.

Every person’s healing journey is different. Some people notice shifts after just a few sessions, while others benefit from ongoing work. Your therapist will collaborate with you to determine what feels most supportive for your needs.

We offer a free 15-minute consultation where you can ask questions, share your concerns, and see if workplace coaching is the right fit for you.

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