Brainspotting Therapy

Benefits of Brainspotting THERAPY

Overcome the challenges holding you back and thrive

Brainspotting therapy (BSP) isn’t just for a specific issue. It’s a powerful tool for anyone seeking personal growth, transformation, and lasting change.

Ready to:

Overcome depression, trauma and past experiences?
Fall asleep easily and calmly & sleep through the night?
Feel calm and relaxed rather than overwhelmed with anxiety, panic attacks or phobias?
Eliminate symptoms and pain from inflammatory stress related chronic illness?
Maintain and enjoy healthy relationships?

Brainspotting goes beyond treating symptoms. It empowers you to:

Break free from the past and heal from trauma or negative experiences.
Unlock your full potential to thrive in all areas of life.
Live a calmer and more fulfilling life by managing stress and anxiety.
Improve performance and achieve your goals.

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How have we helped?

Here are some experiences shared by our clients

I began working with Faith Ferber when my previous counselor identified that I needed a trauma-informed approach, and the work has been incredible. Faith has helped me get more grounded in my body, to make connections between physical ailments and emotional patterns that I'd never understood, and perhaps most importantly, to understand myself in deeper and core ways. Faith brings a special combination of practices -- including brainspotting and internal family systems IFS) -- and deep commitments to justice -- which have been critical for sorting through the always-complicated mix of personal and collective matters. I highly recommend working with Faith!

Beth - Individual Psychotherapy

Sonja Favaloro was wonderful. Our work together allowed me to experience deep, impactful healing. I would recommend her and the Viva Center to anyone.

E.W. - Individual Therapy

After two decades in and out of therapy, and on and off of drugs, I didn't believe in solutions. I believed in management. Aurena and Viva revealed to me that actual healing is still possible. For the right person, this these treatment modalities (EMDR and IFS) can feel miraculous in its their outcome, even as it they seem somewhat mystical in its their mechanisms. I feel unburdened. For now, I feel happy on a consistent basis -- unmediated by drugs, flow or hypomania -- for the first time in memory. It's improved my parenting, my thinking, my work, and my ability to be a partner to my wife. It may not, in the end, solve all my problems. Time will tell. But it solved one big one and made the others feel more manageable. Thanks to Viva and Aurena!

Anonymous - Individual Therapy

The process I went through with Viva Partnership was really something. I came here in a serious crisis. Through the individual and group support I received, I gradually shifted my outlook. This in turn changed how I experienced my life and relationships. Viva created a safe space where I got to heal and grow.

J - Individual and Group Psychotherapy

My experience at the Viva Center was extraordinary. I saw a therapist there for almost 2 years, who walked me through EMDR twice. I really enjoyed the atmosphere and thought that it was well run. I never encountered any issues, but if I had, I know that the staff would have addressed them immediately. I would not hesitate to reach out to their wonderful team of therapists for treatment.

A - Individual and Group Psychotherapy

My life was going at a fairly even pace but something was always missing. I felt like I had been groomed to do all the "right" things, but they weren't my things. I went through a significant transformation where I learned how to tolerate bigger risks. As a result, I am living the life that is right for me. I am so grateful that I found Viva!

L - Individual and Group Psychotherapy

An absolutely wonderful...center staffed with amazingly caring and involved people. Viva Center offers classes in wellness related to business, finances, relationships, and of course personal growth and mental health. The staff are committed to maintaining an unhurried, refuge-like atmosphere and every aspect of the Viva Center reflects this intention...the Viva Center is an amazing space to explore every aspect of your soul and being. I love the work they are doing here!

You know the saying...be the person your dog thinks you are? This place helps you do just that. AWESOME.

S - Individual Psychotherapy

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What is brainspotting?

Brainspotting therapy harnesses the mind’s natural healing abilities

BSP allows you to process your struggles in a supported environment. See past challenging experiences with a fresh perspective and strengthen positive emotions. You will uncover previously unattainable opportunities in life through powerful new insights provided by BSP.

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Here are some frequently asked questions about Brainspotting Therapy

How does Brainspotting therapy work?

You will spend some time in psychotherapy with your therapist before doing Brainspotting work. When you and your therapist agree that you are ready, you will identify “brainspots,” which you experience as specific points of focus and your therapist will help you process those spots and their related memories.

How is brainspotting different from EMDR?

In Brainspotting, the therapist helps the client find a “brainspot” by identifying where in their field of vision they experience the most activation or emotion related to a particular issue. Once found, the therapist assists the client in processing through the emotions and memories associated with that brainspot. This process does not involve the rapid eye movements used in EMDR. While both therapies aim to address trauma and distress, Brainspotting offers a more focused and individualized approach, allowing for deeper exploration and resolution of issues.

How do I know if brainspotting therapy is working?

You may notice changes in your emotional responses, thoughts, and behaviors. Positive shifts, such as reduced distress, increased clarity, improved coping skills, or a sense of resolution regarding the targeted issue, are indicators that Brainspotting is working. Trusting your therapist and staying open to the process can also help you gauge its effectiveness over time.

How long will brainspotting treatment take?

Length of treatment is dependent upon many factors so it is hard to forecast with certainty until you have met with someone directly. BSP has however been shown to reduce treatment times as compared to traditional talk therapy alone.

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