Brainspotting Therapy Pennsylvania
Office Location & Hours (Lancaster)
Mon–Thu 9am–7pm |
Fri 9am–5pm
Why Choose Brainspotting at ACRS Pennsylvania?
Brainspotting is a highly effective, evidence-based therapy that targets the deep brain-body connection where trauma is stored. Developed by Dr. David Grand, it helps clients process and release emotional pain, PTSD symptoms, anxiety, depression, and somatic tension in a gentle, respectful way.
What is Brainspotting Therapy?
Brainspotting uses specific eye positions (“brain spots”) to access and process trauma stored in the subcortical brain. By maintaining focus on these positions while noticing internal sensations, clients can release stuck emotional and physiological responses safely and effectively.
How Does Brainspotting Work?
- Eye Positioning: Your therapist helps you find the precise eye position linked to your trauma.
- Processing: You mindfully observe thoughts, emotions, and body sensations while holding the position.
- Integration: The nervous system completes its natural healing cycle, restoring safety and calm.
Benefits of Brainspotting Therapy
- Rapid and lasting relief from trauma & PTSD
- Release of stored somatic tension and chronic pain
- Improved emotional regulation and self-awareness
- Gentle approach ideal for complex or developmental trauma
- Can be combined with EMDR, DBT, and other modalities
Brainspotting vs Other Trauma Therapies
| Approach | Focus | Experience | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brainspotting | Eye positions + body awareness | Gentle, deep release | Complex trauma, somatic symptoms |
| EMDR | Bilateral stimulation | Can be activating | Single-incident trauma |
| Talk Therapy | Cognitive processing | Slower for deep trauma | Ongoing support |
Who Can Benefit from Brainspotting?
Brainspotting is ideal for individuals experiencing:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and complex trauma
- Anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation
- Somatic symptoms and chronic pain linked to trauma
- Developmental or attachment wounds
- Performance anxiety or creative blocks
- Difficulty processing emotions through talk therapy alone
What to Expect in a Brainspotting Session
Each session is collaborative, respectful, and paced to your comfort level. You remain fully clothed and in control while your therapist provides gentle guidance. Many clients report feeling lighter, clearer, and more grounded after just a few sessions.
Online Brainspotting Therapy Across Pennsylvania
ACRS Brainspotting Therapists Serving Pennsylvania
Our counselors are trained in Trauma-Informed Care and have extensive experience helping individuals heal from traumatic experiences.
Cheryl Wilson-Smith
Chief Executive Officer
"I have over 20 years of experience in In-Person and Online Anxiety, Trauma, and PTSD Therapy. I guarantee that the Brainspotting Therapy ACRS provides is of the highest quality in Pennsylvania".
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Pa. Lic. PC006514
- Fl. Lic. TPMC1044
- Certified Traumatologist (CT)
- National Certified Counselor (NCC)
- Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC)
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
- Certified in Emergency Crisis Response (CECR)
- Neuropsychotherapist Certified (NPT-C)
- Master of Arts (MA)
- 20+ years of clinical experience.
Chief Clinical Officer
- Licensed Professional Counselor (PA-015668)
- Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist (C-DBT)
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
- Certified Dancing Mindfulness Facilitator (CDMF)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
Chief Administrative Officer
- Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC)
- Cognitive Processing Therapist (CPT)
Pre-licensed Clinician - Certified Grief Informed Professional (CGP)
Experience working with adolescents, couples, the elderly population, blended families, and families in the adoption process.
Take the first step towards healing. Contact us to schedule a free consultation with an ACRS Brainspotting Therapy expert.
Take the First Step – Contact Us Today
Schedule a free 10-minute consultation with a Brainspotting therapist.