Pittsburgh, PA Brainspotting Trauma and PTSD Therapy
313 West Liberty Street, Ste. 224
Lancaster, PA 17603
Tel. 717-394-3994Fax: (717) 394-0124email: acrs@advanced-counseling.com
Brainspotting Therapy is one of the evidence-based modalities ACRS licensed professionals use in Trauma and PTSD Counseling. We will help you determine if Brainspotting is the best therapy based on your unique needs.
Our office is in Lancaster, PA. However, we offer our Pittsburgh clients the highest quality of Online Telehealth Brainspotting Trauma and PTSD Therapy available in Pennsylvania.
Our Trauma and PTSD specialists will provide the services you need to get better and reclaim your life after Trauma.
You are not alone; healing is possible, and your healing starts here.
What is Brainspotting Therapy?
Brainspotting is a powerful, innovative therapeutic approach that helps you process and heal from Trauma and PTSD. Developed by Dr. David Grand, Brainspotting Therapy focuses on the connection between the brain and the body, allowing clients to access and process deep-seated emotional pain and Trauma.
How Does Brainspotting Work?
Brainspotting utilizes the concept of "brain spots," which are specific eye positions that correlate with emotional and physical pain. By focusing on these spots, you can access and process traumatic memories and emotions in a safe and supportive environment.
- Eye Positioning: Your ACRS therapist guides you to find a brainspot that resonates with your Trauma.
- Processing: You are encouraged to explore your feelings and sensations while maintaining focus on the brainspot.
- Integration: Your therapy helps integrate the traumatic experience, leading to healing and resolution.
Benefits of Brainspotting Therapy
- Effective for Trauma and PTSD recovery
- Helps release emotional and physical tension
- Promotes self-awareness and emotional regulation
- Can be combined with other therapeutic modalities
- Non-invasive and gentle approach
Who Can Benefit from Brainspotting?
Brainspotting is suitable for people experiencing:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD);
- Emotional Trauma from past experiences;
- Anxiety and depression related to Trauma;
- Chronic pain and somatic symptoms; and
- Difficulty processing emotions
What to Expect in a Brainspotting Session
During a Brainspotting Therapy session, you can expect:
- A safe and supportive environment.
- Guidance from a trained ACRS therapist.
- Focus on your unique experiences and feelings.
- Time for reflection and integration after processing.
ACRS Offers You More Than Brainspotting Therapy
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE): Involves gradual exposure to trauma-related memories and situations to reduce avoidance and anxiety.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Focuses on changing your negative thought patterns and behaviors.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): is a type of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy that focuses on helping you develop skills to manage your emotions, improve interpersonal relationships, and cope with distressing situations.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): EMDR is effective for both Trauma and PTSD, but it is particularly well-studied for PTSD.
- Brainspotting Therapy: This therapeutic approach helps you process trauma and emotional distress by identifying specific eye positions linked to your feelings, facilitating deep emotional healing.
- Narrative Therapy: Encourages you to tell your stories, helping you understand your experiences.
- Somatic Experiencing: Focuses on your body’s physical response to Trauma and aims to release stored tension and Trauma
- Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques: Includes meditation and deep breathing to help you manage Trauma-related stress and anxiety.
- Psychoeducation: Educating you about Trauma and its effects can help you understand your experiences and develop coping strategies.
Online Telehealth Brainspotting Therapy for Pittsburgh, PA
Is Telehealth Brainspotting Therapy Effective?
- Research has shown that Brainspotting Therapy can be effective when delivered through Telehealth. Many clients report positive outcomes similar to In-Person sessions.
- The key components of Brainspotting can be effectively facilitated online.
Safety and Comfort
- Telehealth allows you to engage in therapy from the comfort of your own homes, which can enhance feelings of safety and security.
Accessibility
Telehealth makes Brainspotting Therapy for Trauma and PTSD more accessible to you if you have difficulty attending In-Person sessions due to geographical, physical, or logistical barriers.
Confidentiality and Security
Therapists must ensure that your Telehealth platform is secure and compliant with privacy regulations (such as HIPAA in the United States) to protect your confidentiality.
Therapist Training
- Therapists conducting your Brainspotting via Telehealth must be trained in both Brainspotting Therapy and Telehealth technology. That's because therapists should be familiar with how to adapt the Brainspotting process to an online format.
ACRS Brainspotting Therapists Serving Pittsburgh, PA
Our counselors are trained in Trauma-Informed Care and have extensive experience helping individuals heal from traumatic experiences.
CEO and Chief Clinical Officer
- 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)
- Master of Arts (MA)
- 20+ years of clinical experience.
- Worked with clients across the lifespan.
Take the first step towards healing. Contact us to schedule a consultation with an ACRS Brainspotting Therapy for Trauma and PTSD expert or to learn more about Brainspotting Therapy.
Cheryl Wilson-Smith
CEO and Chief Clinical Officer
- 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)
- Master of Arts (MA)
- 20+ years of clinical experience.
- Worked with clients across the lifespan.
"I have over 20 years of experience in In-Person and Online Trauma and PTSD Therapy. I guarantee that the Brainspotting Therapy ACRS provides to our Pittsburgh clients is of the highest quality in Pennsylvania".
