What to Expect in a Brainspotting Session

What to Expect in a Brainspotting Session

Brainspotting is a focused mindfulness approach that aims to process and resolve emotional and psychological issues. Here’s what you can typically expect during a session:

1. Initial Consultation

The session usually begins with an initial consultation where the coach will discuss your concerns, history, and goals for therapy. This helps establish a trusting relationship and sets the stage for the work ahead.

2. Creating a Safe Environment

The coach will ensure that you feel safe and comfortable in the session. This may include discussing confidentiality and the coaching process.

3. Identifying Issues

You will be guided to identify specific issues or memories that you want to work on. This could involve talking about experiences that are causing distress or discomfort.

4. Brainspotting Technique

The coach will use the brainspotting technique, which involves locating “brainspots” that correspond to emotional pain or trauma-related issue. This is often facilitated by having you focus on specific eye positions while processing the targeted issue.

5. Processing Emotions

As you focus on the brainspot, the coach will guide you through the emotional processing. You may experience a range of feelings, memories, or physical sensations as you work through the material.

6. Integration

After processing, the coach will help you integrate the experience. This may involve discussing insights gained during the session and how to apply them in your daily life.

7. Closing the Session

The session will conclude with a grounding exercise to help you return to a calm state. The coach may also discuss what to expect in future sessions and any homework or practices to continue your progress.

8. Follow-Up

Regular follow-up sessions may be scheduled to continue the work and address any new or ongoing concerns.

Overall, brainspotting sessions are often described as deep and transformative, providing a unique way to access and process emotional and/or physiological distress.