Brainspotting Therapists in Carlsbad, CA
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I've been in practice for many years, in both medical clinics and private practice settings, so I have treated all kinds of issues. Psychotherapy is a deeply personal and intimate experience, and I value the privilege of being a part of a person's commitment to change. Areas of advanced training include but are not limited to Brainspotting, the quick pulse (by Jo Dunning), codependence and abuse recovery, emotional freedom technique, Matrix Reimprinting, cognitive and psychodynamic psychotherapy, poetry therapy, marital and family therapy, sexual therapy, focused mindfulness, quantum entrainment, and spiritually focused therapy.
I've been in practice for many years, in both medical clinics and private practice settings, so I have treated all kinds of issues. Psychotherapy is a deeply personal and intimate experience, and I value the privilege of being a part of a person's commitment to change. Areas of advanced training include but are not limited to Brainspotting, the quick pulse (by Jo Dunning), codependence and abuse recovery, emotional freedom technique, Matrix Reimprinting, cognitive and psychodynamic psychotherapy, poetry therapy, marital and family therapy, sexual therapy, focused mindfulness, quantum entrainment, and spiritually focused therapy.
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neurobiology, Brainspotting, CBT, and mindfulness.
At the heart of my work, I strive to create empathic connections with the individuals I work with—creating spaces for them to explore and express all of themselves, and to feel seen, heard, and understood while doing so. I find that people often come to therapy to make negative feelings go away. While this can happen, I also understand the work of therapy as empowering yourself to be able to have and learn from your difficult feelings while feeling safe and connected to yourself and others. I work from a psychodynamic and an attachment-based perspective, while drawing from other approaches as necessary, such as interpersonal
neurobiology, Brainspotting, CBT, and mindfulness.
At the heart of my work, I strive to create empathic connections with the individuals I work with—creating spaces for them to explore and express all of themselves, and to feel seen, heard, and understood while doing so. I find that people often come to therapy to make negative feelings go away. While this can happen, I also understand the work of therapy as empowering yourself to be able to have and learn from your difficult feelings while feeling safe and connected to yourself and others. I work from a psychodynamic and an attachment-based perspective, while drawing from other approaches as necessary, such as interpersonal
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Mind-Body practices we may utilize include: Meditation, Brainspotting, NLP, Enneagram, Somatic therapy, Eastern traditions, Energy practices, Imagery and more.
We all need help sometimes. Navigating life's challenges with a compassionate guide can make all of the difference. If you are feeling lost or directionless, stuck in limiting patterns or beliefs or are searching for something more, I am here to help. I'd feel honored to collaborate with you to cultivate positive habits, resilience, and loving relationships that align with your values. I thoroughly love what I do and I am ready to provide support and encouragement on your healing journey.
Mind-Body practices we may utilize include: Meditation, Brainspotting, NLP, Enneagram, Somatic therapy, Eastern traditions, Energy practices, Imagery and more.
We all need help sometimes. Navigating life's challenges with a compassionate guide can make all of the difference. If you are feeling lost or directionless, stuck in limiting patterns or beliefs or are searching for something more, I am here to help. I'd feel honored to collaborate with you to cultivate positive habits, resilience, and loving relationships that align with your values. I thoroughly love what I do and I am ready to provide support and encouragement on your healing journey.
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I use a holistic approach, incorporating Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, and the UP (the Unified Protocol, a structured approach to emotional disorders) to create a collaborative and compassionate space for our sessions together.
Living with PTSD, addiction, or a neurodivergent brain can feel overwhelming. Each day might bring new challenges and struggles, impacting your relationships, work, and overall well-being. You might feel isolated, misunderstood, or unable to cope with daily stressors. You continue to act and think in ways that are not aligned with your values. I am here to help you navigate these difficulties, offering support and guidance tailored to your unique life experiences and needs.
I use a holistic approach, incorporating Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, and the UP (the Unified Protocol, a structured approach to emotional disorders) to create a collaborative and compassionate space for our sessions together.
Living with PTSD, addiction, or a neurodivergent brain can feel overwhelming. Each day might bring new challenges and struggles, impacting your relationships, work, and overall well-being. You might feel isolated, misunderstood, or unable to cope with daily stressors. You continue to act and think in ways that are not aligned with your values. I am here to help you navigate these difficulties, offering support and guidance tailored to your unique life experiences and needs.
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I provide evidence brain-based EMDR & Brainspotting to support the mental health & treatment of sports performance problems caused by significant negative experiences or injury. Those experiences can lead to performance problems commonly known as a slump, a block, and yips, which then can lead to Lost Move Syndrome (LMS). By reprocessing how the brain digested the significant negative memory, we can reset the brain and nervous system to return the Athlete to peak performance. Peak Performance also helps to “install” positive programming for future tasks, challenges, and high stakes events.
I provide evidence brain-based EMDR & Brainspotting to support the mental health & treatment of sports performance problems caused by significant negative experiences or injury. Those experiences can lead to performance problems commonly known as a slump, a block, and yips, which then can lead to Lost Move Syndrome (LMS). By reprocessing how the brain digested the significant negative memory, we can reset the brain and nervous system to return the Athlete to peak performance. Peak Performance also helps to “install” positive programming for future tasks, challenges, and high stakes events.
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Dr. Hilary Stokes Brainspotting Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Online Only)
Based on your needs, I will individualize my approach using practices such as Brainspotting, Attachment Focused EMDR, mindfulness, cognitive therapy, energy psychology, biofeedback, somatic therapies and the Enneagram Personality Style System.
Whether you are dealing with an unexpected change, trauma, anxiety, health challenge, relationship stress, depression or other mental health issue, having a trusted guide on the path can make all the difference. Over the past 25 years I have found mind body therapies get to the root of where we get stuck and allow for positive change.
Based on your needs, I will individualize my approach using practices such as Brainspotting, Attachment Focused EMDR, mindfulness, cognitive therapy, energy psychology, biofeedback, somatic therapies and the Enneagram Personality Style System.
Whether you are dealing with an unexpected change, trauma, anxiety, health challenge, relationship stress, depression or other mental health issue, having a trusted guide on the path can make all the difference. Over the past 25 years I have found mind body therapies get to the root of where we get stuck and allow for positive change.
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Deborah Mori
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
I am certified in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, & advanced trained in Brainspotting, IFS and DBT.
You’ve worked hard, played by the rules, & did everything you were supposed to do. Now you wake up exhausted, anxious, and overwhelmed, and as your energy plummets, small tasks become huge. It becomes harder and harder to turn off that inner voice that says you're not doing enough. No one understands & it seems everything triggers you. The desire is there to get unstuck, discover the root of your struggles, improve relationships, resolve trauma, and enjoy life with more peace and ease, but you’re not sure where to turn. There is another way, and I'm glad you've landed here! Living more in authenticity is possible, & I can help you!
I am certified in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, & advanced trained in Brainspotting, IFS and DBT.
You’ve worked hard, played by the rules, & did everything you were supposed to do. Now you wake up exhausted, anxious, and overwhelmed, and as your energy plummets, small tasks become huge. It becomes harder and harder to turn off that inner voice that says you're not doing enough. No one understands & it seems everything triggers you. The desire is there to get unstuck, discover the root of your struggles, improve relationships, resolve trauma, and enjoy life with more peace and ease, but you’re not sure where to turn. There is another way, and I'm glad you've landed here! Living more in authenticity is possible, & I can help you!
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Our approach brings together powerful techniques like Brainspotting, mind-body exercises, and insight building to help guide you in reaching your unique goals.
Achieving your life-long career dreams is rewarding, but it can also take a toll on you and your relationships. After fighting so hard to get where you are, do you now find yourself feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck or struggling to enjoy the life you built?
Our approach brings together powerful techniques like Brainspotting, mind-body exercises, and insight building to help guide you in reaching your unique goals.
Achieving your life-long career dreams is rewarding, but it can also take a toll on you and your relationships. After fighting so hard to get where you are, do you now find yourself feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck or struggling to enjoy the life you built?
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I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist who cares deeply about my clients and their healing. My goal is to help you identify and heal from trauma, past and present that prevents you from living your best life. In addition to cognitive and solution focused therapy, I am trained in somatic modalities such as EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy and LENS Neurofeedback. Because I believe everyone is uniquely designed, I use an integrated approach to therapy and work closely with you to create a customized treatment plan.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist who cares deeply about my clients and their healing. My goal is to help you identify and heal from trauma, past and present that prevents you from living your best life. In addition to cognitive and solution focused therapy, I am trained in somatic modalities such as EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy and LENS Neurofeedback. Because I believe everyone is uniquely designed, I use an integrated approach to therapy and work closely with you to create a customized treatment plan.
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I specialize in working with women and girls. My specialization is in building confidence, building self-love and self-care, anxiety/depression and healing from a divorce. Through my training as a clinically certified hypnotherapist, my Pupil Personnel Services Credential, my master of Social Work degree and my life coaching, I will serve as your guide to help you live in an empowered state. I will help you make the changes necessary, so you can be proud of the reflection you see in the mirror!
I specialize in working with women and girls. My specialization is in building confidence, building self-love and self-care, anxiety/depression and healing from a divorce. Through my training as a clinically certified hypnotherapist, my Pupil Personnel Services Credential, my master of Social Work degree and my life coaching, I will serve as your guide to help you live in an empowered state. I will help you make the changes necessary, so you can be proud of the reflection you see in the mirror!
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Jazmine Stamp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPS-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Jazmine and I am a licensed clinical social worker with Diaspora Therapy Group. I believe in providing individualized therapy unique to you and your needs. I use a solutions-focused, strengths-based approach to therapy, among other techniques, to really seek to learn and improve the outcomes of my patients. My experience is broad and includes outpatient care, non-profits, and educational systems. Above all else, my goal is to provide an environment ripe for learning, healing, challenging, and problem solving.
Welcome! My name is Jazmine and I am a licensed clinical social worker with Diaspora Therapy Group. I believe in providing individualized therapy unique to you and your needs. I use a solutions-focused, strengths-based approach to therapy, among other techniques, to really seek to learn and improve the outcomes of my patients. My experience is broad and includes outpatient care, non-profits, and educational systems. Above all else, my goal is to provide an environment ripe for learning, healing, challenging, and problem solving.
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Ashley DuChene
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Do you find yourself struggling with negative self-talk? Do you avoid difficult conversations? Is constant worry causing you to be indecisive? Do you suspect that your challenging past is interfering with your present life? Our brains and bodies can get stuck in anxious states and maladaptive patterns that can significantly impact our relationships, leisure time, and professional lives. I will work closely with you to challenge your negative self-beliefs, teach you psychological skills, and use trauma-focused therapy techniques to create inner peace. Your life CAN feel better and easier, sooner than you think.
Do you find yourself struggling with negative self-talk? Do you avoid difficult conversations? Is constant worry causing you to be indecisive? Do you suspect that your challenging past is interfering with your present life? Our brains and bodies can get stuck in anxious states and maladaptive patterns that can significantly impact our relationships, leisure time, and professional lives. I will work closely with you to challenge your negative self-beliefs, teach you psychological skills, and use trauma-focused therapy techniques to create inner peace. Your life CAN feel better and easier, sooner than you think.
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Hi, I am Kathyann Natalie Pierre, LMFT. It is my belief that our quality of life is directly related to the quality of relationships, ability to maintain relationships, life experiences, and knowledge we gain from our experiences. My use of different therapeutic approaches is based on the individual needs of my clients and on their unique circumstances.
Hi, I am Kathyann Natalie Pierre, LMFT. It is my belief that our quality of life is directly related to the quality of relationships, ability to maintain relationships, life experiences, and knowledge we gain from our experiences. My use of different therapeutic approaches is based on the individual needs of my clients and on their unique circumstances.
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Coherence Associates, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, EMDR
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92011
We are an individual & family counseling corporation. Our mission is to expand human potential through the coherence of mind, body & spirit. With decades of collective experience, we are passionate about helping people grow through life's transitions. We are trained in efficient, evidence-based treatment methods with a holistic mindset. Breakthrough repeating unwanted patterns, improve struggling relationships, family challenges, anxiety, addictions, depression & trauma recovery. We are EMDR trained & practice with professional integrity, compassion, and commitment.
We are an individual & family counseling corporation. Our mission is to expand human potential through the coherence of mind, body & spirit. With decades of collective experience, we are passionate about helping people grow through life's transitions. We are trained in efficient, evidence-based treatment methods with a holistic mindset. Breakthrough repeating unwanted patterns, improve struggling relationships, family challenges, anxiety, addictions, depression & trauma recovery. We are EMDR trained & practice with professional integrity, compassion, and commitment.
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You can find relief and discover more joy working collaboratively in a supportive and interactive approach. If you are looking for a therapist with extensive experience working with couples and individuals dealing with anxiety depression and stress reach out. If you’re struggling with relationships issues you can learn to communicate more effectively and assess what issues are creating the problems or blocks. My approach is based on a combination of extensive experience and an effective combination of psychology approaches and mindfulness for lasting change. I use brain spotting to help heal the distress and suffering
You can find relief and discover more joy working collaboratively in a supportive and interactive approach. If you are looking for a therapist with extensive experience working with couples and individuals dealing with anxiety depression and stress reach out. If you’re struggling with relationships issues you can learn to communicate more effectively and assess what issues are creating the problems or blocks. My approach is based on a combination of extensive experience and an effective combination of psychology approaches and mindfulness for lasting change. I use brain spotting to help heal the distress and suffering
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Christina Leahy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
You are intuitive. You have a deep awareness of your emotions. You find yourself struggling with how to calm your nervous system and the feelings you pick up from those are you. You don't like to burden other with your struggles but you also long for a safe place to unpack the weight you carry. You find yourself wrestling and exploring your identity molded by your family of origin. You are looking for help to find the balance between preserving your roots, establishing empowering boundaries, and embracing a new sense of security within yourself.
You are intuitive. You have a deep awareness of your emotions. You find yourself struggling with how to calm your nervous system and the feelings you pick up from those are you. You don't like to burden other with your struggles but you also long for a safe place to unpack the weight you carry. You find yourself wrestling and exploring your identity molded by your family of origin. You are looking for help to find the balance between preserving your roots, establishing empowering boundaries, and embracing a new sense of security within yourself.
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After spending several years as an educator, I earned my MFT and opened Falcone Institute, a holistic psychoeducational and psychotherapeutic practice. I provide an individualized, heart-centered, and intuitive approach to healing and learning through complementary and alternative methodologies. My expertise and ability to ‘see’ and acknowledge each child’s and family’s specific needs provides a ray of hope for client families.
After spending several years as an educator, I earned my MFT and opened Falcone Institute, a holistic psychoeducational and psychotherapeutic practice. I provide an individualized, heart-centered, and intuitive approach to healing and learning through complementary and alternative methodologies. My expertise and ability to ‘see’ and acknowledge each child’s and family’s specific needs provides a ray of hope for client families.
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Jessica Belter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008
I am licensed in CA, AZ and MN and can provide telehealth for each of those states. Who doesn't want freedom in all aspects of life? I believe that true freedom comes from transformation of self from the inside out. We are not on this planet to struggle, rather to find the courage to let our light shine. If you are feeling stuck in your relationships, career, family, or any other aspect of life perhaps it is time for a change. Life is short.
I am licensed in CA, AZ and MN and can provide telehealth for each of those states. Who doesn't want freedom in all aspects of life? I believe that true freedom comes from transformation of self from the inside out. We are not on this planet to struggle, rather to find the courage to let our light shine. If you are feeling stuck in your relationships, career, family, or any other aspect of life perhaps it is time for a change. Life is short.
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"It's not forgetting that heals. It's remembering." - Amy Greene. My area of focus is working with women and men who want to heal their mind and bodies from negative or traumatic experiences. Forgetting is not always an option because our bodies do remember. Common symptoms and complaints that can be related to traumatic events may be anxiety or depression, irritability and anger, frequent headaches, stomach-aches and fatigue. It can be difficult and overwhelming to reach out for support, but "forgetting" may no longer feel like an option for you.
"It's not forgetting that heals. It's remembering." - Amy Greene. My area of focus is working with women and men who want to heal their mind and bodies from negative or traumatic experiences. Forgetting is not always an option because our bodies do remember. Common symptoms and complaints that can be related to traumatic events may be anxiety or depression, irritability and anger, frequent headaches, stomach-aches and fatigue. It can be difficult and overwhelming to reach out for support, but "forgetting" may no longer feel like an option for you.
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Kaleena Prate
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
You're seen as the person who appears to have everything together, yet underneath this, you're grappling with a constant downward spiral. You consistently exceed expectations, all the while battling the nagging doubt of whether you are doing well enough. Behind a smile and the words "I'm fine," you conceal the true self-doubt you battle every day, never wanting to burden others with your inner struggles. You are tired of over-thinking everything, your body is tight, and you can’t take it anymore.
You're seen as the person who appears to have everything together, yet underneath this, you're grappling with a constant downward spiral. You consistently exceed expectations, all the while battling the nagging doubt of whether you are doing well enough. Behind a smile and the words "I'm fine," you conceal the true self-doubt you battle every day, never wanting to burden others with your inner struggles. You are tired of over-thinking everything, your body is tight, and you can’t take it anymore.
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Brainspotting Therapists
How does brainspotting work?
Brainspotting works by using eye positioning to identify and process traumatic memories so that a client is better able to move forward and live with less fear. The theory behind brainspotting is that by identifying where a person looks when thinking of traumatic memories, a therapist will be able to guide them to focus on that spot and work with the client to get them out of the “fight, flight, freeze” response associated with the traumatic memory.
Is brainspotting an evidence-based therapy?
Brainspotting is a theory-based alternative therapy. It is one of the newest forms of treatment, so very little research has been completed that examines the mechanism by which it works. The theory behind brainspotting is that eye position can be linked to areas of the brain that store and process memory.
How effective is brainspotting?
Because it is such a new treatment, the effectiveness of brainspotting cannot be quantified. Some people have found it to be effective on its own, or in conjunction with other types of therapy. It is considered an alternative therapy, and it is popular with people for whom more traditional therapies have proven ineffective.
How long does brainspotting take to work?
A typical brainspotting session will last between 60 to 90 minutes. There is no required number of sessions needed to complete brainspotting therapy, but in many cases it is delivered over the course of about six sessions. Clients are encouraged to rate their level of distress prior to a session and again following a session, and to track progress.