Redding, CA & Boise, ID
Brainspotting Therapy

The Sound Mind is proud to offer Brainspotting in Redding, CA, and Boise, ID. Join us to begin your journey toward an empowered life.

To get started, schedule a free 20-minute consultation.

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Where you look matters!

At The Sound Mind, led by Teri Watts, MA, LMFT, with locations in Redding, CA, and Boise, ID, our Brainspotting therapy is tailored to provide a compassionate and personalized approach to healing. Whether you're seeking to overcome trauma, alleviate anxiety, or navigate relationship challenges, Brainspotting offers a focused, effective method for transforming emotional and mental health. This therapy method helps you break through roadblocks and uncover blind spots, empowering you to move forward with renewed focus and emotional freedom. Join us at The Sound Mind to begin your journey toward complete healing and lasting well-being.

What is Brainspotting?

Brainspotting is a cutting-edge therapeutic technique designed to access and process deeply stored emotional and physical trauma. It involves identifying specific 'brainspots' in the brain, which are eye positions that correlate with specific emotional experiences. This helps access unresolved issues and work through them for lasting healing. Developed by Dr. David Grand, Brainspotting is based on the concept that where you look affects how you feel, making it a powerful tool for emotional, physical, and mental well-being.

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Brainspotting
How Does it Work?

Brainspotting uses focused eye positioning to locate areas where trauma or distress is stored in the brain. At The Sound Mind, under the expert guidance of your therapist, this innovative technique is tailored to help you access and process deeply held emotional and somatic pain. During a session, your therapist will guide you through a process of identifying these 'spots' by observing your physical and emotional reactions as you focus on different eye positions. This creates a pathway for the brain to naturally process and release distress. This approach allows your body's innate healing mechanisms to help you move towards an empowered life free from whatever is holding you back.

To get started, schedule a free 20-minute consultation.

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Who can benefit from Brainspotting?

Brainspotting is ideal for individuals who feel stuck in their healing journey or seek a deeper therapeutic approach. It's beneficial for those dealing with trauma, stress, or emotional blocks. Additionally, athletes, performers, and professionals seeking peak performance and focus can also benefit from Brainspotting's ability to unlock potential and reduce performance anxiety.

Brainspotting has been found to effectively address a wide range of issues, including:

  • Trauma & PTSD

  • Anxiety & Depression

  • Chronic Pain

  • Emotional Dysregulation

  • Performance Anxiety

  • Grief & Loss

  • Relationship Challenges

  • Emotional Regulation

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A typical Brainspotting session takes place in the context of your therapy session, which is traditionally 50-60 minutes. Longer sessions are available and highly recommended depending on your individual needs. Teri Watts, LMFT offers Intensive work which is typically done in longer sessions.

  • Brainspotting can benefit most individuals, but it may not be suitable for those with certain neurological conditions or severe mental health crises. It's essential to consult with a trained therapist at The Sound Mind to determine if Brainspotting is right for you.

  • During a session, you will work with your therapist, who will guide you through identifying eye positions associated with specific emotions and experiences. You'll then focus on these positions while exploring your emotions, sensations, and thoughts. The session often brings up intense feelings. Your therapist will be with you every step of the way to make sure you are safe and comfortable.

  • The number of sessions required depends on your individual needs. Some people experience significant relief after just a few sessions, while others may benefit from longer-term work. You and your therapist will work together to determine what is best for you.

  • Yes! Brainspotting can also be effective for addressing chronic pain and somatic symptoms by helping the body release trapped emotional energy and trauma that may be contributing to physical discomfort.

  • Yes, at The Sound Mind, we offer Brainspotting therapy remotely through secure video sessions, allowing you to access this powerful healing method from the comfort of your own home.

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