Finding a Brainspotting Therapist in Atlanta

Finding a Brainspotting Therapist in Atlanta

Atlanta has so much to offer with so much to do. There is great food, fabulous entertainment, the Atlanta Beltline and the Atlanta Braves, not to mention lovely people and Atlanta’s gorgeous green canopy of trees. Yet when you are feeling depressed, anxious or just “off” it is hard to take advantage of Atlanta’s abundance.

If you are feeling this way, therapy may help. Brainspotting is particularly effective in helping people work through internal blocks and heal. If you are looking for a Brainspotting therapist in Atlanta, I’d like to help you find someone who might be a good fit.

I want to help you find a Brainspotting therapist in Atlanta

Fortunately, Atlanta has a rich community of Brainspotting therapists. Hopefully, the following will help you find one that can best help you.

Tip #1:

Do your research to find a Brainspotting therapist in Atlanta. Fortunately, technology has made it easier to find therapists but it is still often overwhelming especially with the bigger general therapist directories like TherapyDen and Psychology Today. Good news is that you can narrow your search on these sites and search or filter specifically for Brainspotting therapists in Atlanta. There are also directories that list only Brainspotting practitioners. The primary resource is the Brainspotting (BSP) Practitioner Directory on Brainspotting.com which lists Brainspotting practitioners globally. There are also regional Brainspotting Therapist directories including the Southeast Brainspotting Institute (SEBI) where you certainly find local Atlanta Brainspotting therapists. When looking at therapy directories or Brainspotting therapist web sites be sure to take your time looking at Brainspotting therapist profiles. Also ask friends and your health providers if they have recommendations for Brainspotting therapists in Atlanta.

Tip #2:

Interview more than one Brainspotting therapist in Atlanta. Spending a bit of time talking to different Atlanta therapists on the front end can save you time, energy, and money in the long term. Spending a little time talking to a few different Brainspotting therapists will provides information, options, and is likely to lead you to a better experience with therapy. Don’t hesitate to ask questions of the potential Brainspotting therapist. Are there things about them or their approach that are important to you to know? As I mentioned, Atlanta has a number of Brainspotting therapists so reach out to many to see who feels like they may be a good fit. Pay attention to how you feel as you are talking to the potential Brainspotting therapist. Do you feel like you can be vulnerable with them and that they can help you with the issues you are looking to work on? While it can sometimes be hard to know who or what will ultimately be right for you, don’t underestimate your own intuition. The most crucial element of Brainspotting therapy is the relationship between the client and the practitioner. If you don’t feel that this person is listening, present, and attuned be curious about that and if it continues, they may not be the Brainspotting therapist for you.

Tip #3:

Find a Brainspotting practitioner who specializes in the issue you are looking for help with. Brainspotting is such an open, adaptable model that it can be used for a range of issues. It is also important to know that not all Brainspotting practitioners are mental health therapists. For example, nurses, physical therapists, and coaches can train in Brainspotting and are likely to specialize in helping people with different issues. For example, if you need help recovering from a physical issue or pain, a physical therapist trained in Brainspotting may be the best choice. Brainspotting is also used for performance enhancement in sports, career, and creative endeavors and there are Brainspotting practitioners who specialize in these areas as well. If you are looking for help for PTSD/trauma or early attachment/neglect, it is advisable to see mental health therapist, preferably one who specializes in this area.

As with any therapeutic approach, there are different levels of training. Brainspotting therapists may have only completed Brainspotting Phase 1 while others have done Phases 1-4, plus Master Classes and ALL the trainings. While more training can deepen a practitioners expertise, it doesn’t necessarily mean that the Brainspotting therapist with the most training is the best one for you. Other factors like specialty, cultural background, experience, and just their “vibe” etc. all matter. Ask questions, explore, and trust yourself.

Reach out for a free 15 minute Brainspotting Consultation.

I hope this info helps you find a Brainspotting therapist in Atlanta that can meet your needs. If you would like to explore the possibility of Brainspotting therapy with me, you can call (207) 295-7427 or click here for a free 15-minute phone consultation.

If you are interested in learning more about me and my approach as a Brainspotting therapist in Atlanta, you can read more about me , Brainspotting, and how I can help here.