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Francesca Maxime
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, SEP, IFS, FOT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02199
Jack Kornfield & Tara Brach, Focusing Oriented Therapy, Indigenous Focusing Oriented Therapy for Complex Trauma, Relational Life Therapy for Couples, Internal Family Systems/Parts work level 1, Brainspotting 1 & 2, & IFIO for couples.
Serving NY, FL & MA If you've had trauma in your life, a challenging childhood, find yourself struck with anxiety or depression & feel like you need some support, you've come to the right place. I help to guide adults, couples & adult families with somatic, relational, & mindful strategies to help you get at the root of your issues. Folks that I've helped include filmmakers, artists, actors, CEO's/nonprofit executives, Girlboss millennials, tech founders/entrepreneurs, marginalized millennials, couples from the premarital to longstanding marriage stage & more. I hold an inclusive lens along racial, LBGT+ & open relationship lines.
Jack Kornfield & Tara Brach, Focusing Oriented Therapy, Indigenous Focusing Oriented Therapy for Complex Trauma, Relational Life Therapy for Couples, Internal Family Systems/Parts work level 1, Brainspotting 1 & 2, & IFIO for couples.
Serving NY, FL & MA If you've had trauma in your life, a challenging childhood, find yourself struck with anxiety or depression & feel like you need some support, you've come to the right place. I help to guide adults, couples & adult families with somatic, relational, & mindful strategies to help you get at the root of your issues. Folks that I've helped include filmmakers, artists, actors, CEO's/nonprofit executives, Girlboss millennials, tech founders/entrepreneurs, marginalized millennials, couples from the premarital to longstanding marriage stage & more. I hold an inclusive lens along racial, LBGT+ & open relationship lines.
(646) 845-7890 View (646) 845-7890
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Avital Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
My modalities for treatment include: Brainspotting, Imago, Narrative Therapy, Talk Therapy, Grief and Loss Therapy, and more.
When life changes happen unexpectedly, it can be hard to reach out for support. It's important to me to be a safe space for those experiencing any range of life shifts, including: personal and relational roadblocks, sexuality issues, life transitions, trauma and grief and loss. I strive to meet my clients where they are, and adapt to their individual needs and framework. I work from a person-centered/ trauma-informed lens, and use strengths-based perspective, mindfulness, and humanistic therapies. I hope to work together to create new patterns of thinking to guide you towards the personal, and professional goals you wish to achieve.
My modalities for treatment include: Brainspotting, Imago, Narrative Therapy, Talk Therapy, Grief and Loss Therapy, and more.
When life changes happen unexpectedly, it can be hard to reach out for support. It's important to me to be a safe space for those experiencing any range of life shifts, including: personal and relational roadblocks, sexuality issues, life transitions, trauma and grief and loss. I strive to meet my clients where they are, and adapt to their individual needs and framework. I work from a person-centered/ trauma-informed lens, and use strengths-based perspective, mindfulness, and humanistic therapies. I hope to work together to create new patterns of thinking to guide you towards the personal, and professional goals you wish to achieve.
(857) 367-0660 View (857) 367-0660
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Yvonne Dejean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02142  (Online Only)
I have my Maternal Mental Health Certificate and am a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner.
Taking steps towards seeking support can be overwhelming yet empowering. As your therapist, I provide empathetic listening while using a person-centered, holistic approach to help create a happier life. I work with people from adolescence through adulthood, and my specialties include trauma, relationships, and perinatal health. My goal in working together is to create a space where you can explore and process areas of your life in a safe, non-judgmental way. We will explore a number of evidenced-based techniques to help address problematic thought patterns or behaviors in hopes to achieve a better quality of life!
I have my Maternal Mental Health Certificate and am a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner.
Taking steps towards seeking support can be overwhelming yet empowering. As your therapist, I provide empathetic listening while using a person-centered, holistic approach to help create a happier life. I work with people from adolescence through adulthood, and my specialties include trauma, relationships, and perinatal health. My goal in working together is to create a space where you can explore and process areas of your life in a safe, non-judgmental way. We will explore a number of evidenced-based techniques to help address problematic thought patterns or behaviors in hopes to achieve a better quality of life!
(508) 850-0472 View (508) 850-0472
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Shenay Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Somerville, MA 02145  (Online Only)
Utilizing EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT and mindfulness practices, I work with those struggling with racial, multicultural, and gender identity concerns, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem/image, and emotional distress.
Just about everything in life ebbs and flows which at times can leave you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and defeated. It is important to remember that although life may feel heavy at this moment, it does get better and you don’t have to feel ashamed of your emotions. You are entitled to recognize and accept the individual that you are right now, while also feeling inspired and motivated by the individual you envision yourself to be in the future.
Utilizing EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT and mindfulness practices, I work with those struggling with racial, multicultural, and gender identity concerns, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem/image, and emotional distress.
Just about everything in life ebbs and flows which at times can leave you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and defeated. It is important to remember that although life may feel heavy at this moment, it does get better and you don’t have to feel ashamed of your emotions. You are entitled to recognize and accept the individual that you are right now, while also feeling inspired and motivated by the individual you envision yourself to be in the future.
(617) 622-5513 View (617) 622-5513
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Shawna V. Carboni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02445  (Online Only)
She provides an innovative combination of insight-oriented therapy with Brainspotting and EMDR.
With more than 35 years experience, Ms. Carboni fervently believe in each individual's capacity for personal growth and change. With an ever-positive outlook, she seeks to identify inner resources and cultivate new capacities and perspectives that will contribute to a deeper self-awareness and an improved quality of life.
She provides an innovative combination of insight-oriented therapy with Brainspotting and EMDR.
With more than 35 years experience, Ms. Carboni fervently believe in each individual's capacity for personal growth and change. With an ever-positive outlook, she seeks to identify inner resources and cultivate new capacities and perspectives that will contribute to a deeper self-awareness and an improved quality of life.
(617) 782-5020 View (617) 782-5020
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Deanna Kessler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02467
Have you ever felt like traditional talk therapy just isn't hitting the mark, even though you've gained some helpful insights along the way? Ready to delve deeper and address root causes of anxiety, overworking, self-doubt, and people pleasing? Brainspotting (BSP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) offer rapid, effective relief without endless talking. Let's break free from old patterns and triggers together.
Have you ever felt like traditional talk therapy just isn't hitting the mark, even though you've gained some helpful insights along the way? Ready to delve deeper and address root causes of anxiety, overworking, self-doubt, and people pleasing? Brainspotting (BSP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) offer rapid, effective relief without endless talking. Let's break free from old patterns and triggers together.
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Dontie Wilkinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Everett, MA 02149
I utilize somatic techniques including Brainspotting and Mindfulness along with IFS informed treatment (Parts-work) and CBT.
Do you feel like every day is a struggle? Do you feel like no one in your life understands you? Do you find yourself thinking, "I will never be happy?" You are not alone. Asking for support can be difficult, but finding someone you trust can be essential for healing, gaining insight and growth. I have over 10 years' experience in the Social Work field, and can work with you to address your challenges, understand your behaviors and utilize your strengths to foster change.
I utilize somatic techniques including Brainspotting and Mindfulness along with IFS informed treatment (Parts-work) and CBT.
Do you feel like every day is a struggle? Do you feel like no one in your life understands you? Do you find yourself thinking, "I will never be happy?" You are not alone. Asking for support can be difficult, but finding someone you trust can be essential for healing, gaining insight and growth. I have over 10 years' experience in the Social Work field, and can work with you to address your challenges, understand your behaviors and utilize your strengths to foster change.
(339) 329-7931 View (339) 329-7931
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Yoko Hisano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02445  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in Brainspotting, a brain-based therapy and a trauma-processing modality, that is relational, somatic, and mindfulness-oriented.
Please Email to reach me. I offer evidence-based somatic therapy for those who struggle with perfection, anxiety, grief/loss, complex trauma, and medical conditions. Stress can show up as exhaustion, sleep disruption, or digestive issues. You may have immigrant parents, lived abroad as a child (Third Culture Kid), or moved to the US for school. I also work with care-providers feeling burnt out. I offer a therapeutic space for those not satisfied with self-help books or traditional talk-therapy and ready for a new approach. Are you are ready to create lasting changes?
I specialize in Brainspotting, a brain-based therapy and a trauma-processing modality, that is relational, somatic, and mindfulness-oriented.
Please Email to reach me. I offer evidence-based somatic therapy for those who struggle with perfection, anxiety, grief/loss, complex trauma, and medical conditions. Stress can show up as exhaustion, sleep disruption, or digestive issues. You may have immigrant parents, lived abroad as a child (Third Culture Kid), or moved to the US for school. I also work with care-providers feeling burnt out. I offer a therapeutic space for those not satisfied with self-help books or traditional talk-therapy and ready for a new approach. Are you are ready to create lasting changes?
(857) 392-4635 View (857) 392-4635
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Dr. Tim Ridge
Psychologist, PsyD, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02481
EMDR and Brainspotting are effective techniques to help you experience the transformative results you want, faster than traditional talk therapy alone.
Are you dealing with anxiety, sadness, shame, grief, trauma or stuff you really want to let go of in your life? Or perhaps you are feeling a sense of not being good enough, struggling with confidence and self-criticism? Pain may show up as feeling numb or angry, withdrawing from school or work, family and friends. Hiding the stress doesn't help you feel better. My approach is collaborative and non-judgmental, focused on helping you deal with pain from the past and deal with present challenges with greater ease and confidence. If you'd like to feel better about yourself and your life, I can help you get there.
EMDR and Brainspotting are effective techniques to help you experience the transformative results you want, faster than traditional talk therapy alone.
Are you dealing with anxiety, sadness, shame, grief, trauma or stuff you really want to let go of in your life? Or perhaps you are feeling a sense of not being good enough, struggling with confidence and self-criticism? Pain may show up as feeling numb or angry, withdrawing from school or work, family and friends. Hiding the stress doesn't help you feel better. My approach is collaborative and non-judgmental, focused on helping you deal with pain from the past and deal with present challenges with greater ease and confidence. If you'd like to feel better about yourself and your life, I can help you get there.
(781) 990-0825 View (781) 990-0825
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Felicia Prince
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, BSP
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
My eclectic approach combines psychodynamic, attachment-based approach, Yoga/Meditation, IFS, and Brainspotting to help clients begin to get to the roots of the blockage.
Are you a high-achieving BIPOC professional feeling weighed down by the pressures of navigating systemic oppression, racial trauma, and the constant push to prove yourself? Do you long to reconnect with your authentic self, find peace, and embrace your full power? I offer holistic, anti-racist therapy that centers on decolonization and healing. Together, we’ll unpack the layers of intergenerational and systemic trauma, helping you break free from cycles of self-doubt, perfectionism, and burnout. You deserve to show up unapologetically in all areas of your life—with confidence, courage, and self-compassion. Let's embark on a journey
My eclectic approach combines psychodynamic, attachment-based approach, Yoga/Meditation, IFS, and Brainspotting to help clients begin to get to the roots of the blockage.
Are you a high-achieving BIPOC professional feeling weighed down by the pressures of navigating systemic oppression, racial trauma, and the constant push to prove yourself? Do you long to reconnect with your authentic self, find peace, and embrace your full power? I offer holistic, anti-racist therapy that centers on decolonization and healing. Together, we’ll unpack the layers of intergenerational and systemic trauma, helping you break free from cycles of self-doubt, perfectionism, and burnout. You deserve to show up unapologetically in all areas of your life—with confidence, courage, and self-compassion. Let's embark on a journey
(929) 299-2174 View (929) 299-2174
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Jessica Foley
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPCC, PMH-C, CCMHC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Waltham, MA 02453
Waitlist for new clients
Ready to make some changes? Sometimes it's really hard for us to ask for help-especially as a strong female. Therapy is a great way to affect personal change, learn more about yourself, & grow through any challenges you might be facing.I help women through the transition of pregnancy, birth, & postpartum mood issues. Perimenopause/menopause is also a great time to come to therapy. I also help women who want to change their relationship with food and their bodies. And, clients see me for managing anxiety & depression. For trauma work, I like to use Brainspotting/EFT. I also offer online therapy in MA, CA, CT, FL,& AZ.
Ready to make some changes? Sometimes it's really hard for us to ask for help-especially as a strong female. Therapy is a great way to affect personal change, learn more about yourself, & grow through any challenges you might be facing.I help women through the transition of pregnancy, birth, & postpartum mood issues. Perimenopause/menopause is also a great time to come to therapy. I also help women who want to change their relationship with food and their bodies. And, clients see me for managing anxiety & depression. For trauma work, I like to use Brainspotting/EFT. I also offer online therapy in MA, CA, CT, FL,& AZ.
(617) 401-9434 View (617) 401-9434
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Leading Light Behav Hlth - Evaluations
Counselor, MS, LSW, LMHC, CCTP, PsyDcan
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02456
Asylum seekers support - Brainspotting - Expressive Therapy - Trauma - Couples Therapy - LGBTQA+ Affirmative Therapy - Imago Therapy - Gottman Therapy.
Looking for a Black Woman Owned diverse therapy private practice. Along with traditional therapy, we offer evaluations that are court, and Medically approved. Your choice of Telehealth or in-person services. Our clients are looking for individuals, couples, families, children/adolescents, groups, workshops, retreats, and more.
Asylum seekers support - Brainspotting - Expressive Therapy - Trauma - Couples Therapy - LGBTQA+ Affirmative Therapy - Imago Therapy - Gottman Therapy.
Looking for a Black Woman Owned diverse therapy private practice. Along with traditional therapy, we offer evaluations that are court, and Medically approved. Your choice of Telehealth or in-person services. Our clients are looking for individuals, couples, families, children/adolescents, groups, workshops, retreats, and more.
(508) 232-6608 View (508) 232-6608
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Becca Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Weston, MA 02493  (Online Only)
I offer EMDR therapy & brainspotting intensives to kick-off your healing process, because feeling better shouldn’t take months or even years to occur.
You are a woman who wants to feel like you have your feet underneath you, but deep down you are struggling with constantly feeling on edge or disconnected from life. You may have had a life changing event or maybe several events that are weighing heavily on you. You may be fed up trying to survive the day to day. You might not remember a time when things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to release the things weighing you down. You’re ready to have a better sense of control over your life. Most of all, you’re ready to transform into the best version of yourself.
I offer EMDR therapy & brainspotting intensives to kick-off your healing process, because feeling better shouldn’t take months or even years to occur.
You are a woman who wants to feel like you have your feet underneath you, but deep down you are struggling with constantly feeling on edge or disconnected from life. You may have had a life changing event or maybe several events that are weighing heavily on you. You may be fed up trying to survive the day to day. You might not remember a time when things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to release the things weighing you down. You’re ready to have a better sense of control over your life. Most of all, you’re ready to transform into the best version of yourself.
(207) 518-7508 View (207) 518-7508
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Irene Soléa Antonellis
MA, LPC, LMHC, CIRT
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02460  (Online Only)
I offer individuals and couples evidence-based approaches to heal emotional struggles, build sustainable health/wellness, and transform your relationships and life. Your sessions may include frank and thought-provoking discussion of your road blocks, including concrete ways to heal your core emotional wounds; a guided mindfulness, body-based, Imago or Brainspotting exercise; and practices for connecting to your strength and empowerment. Together we will focus on tangible, on-the-ground results in your life.
I offer individuals and couples evidence-based approaches to heal emotional struggles, build sustainable health/wellness, and transform your relationships and life. Your sessions may include frank and thought-provoking discussion of your road blocks, including concrete ways to heal your core emotional wounds; a guided mindfulness, body-based, Imago or Brainspotting exercise; and practices for connecting to your strength and empowerment. Together we will focus on tangible, on-the-ground results in your life.
(248) 728-0876 View (248) 728-0876
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Be Renewed Therapy & Wellness Center LLC.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02108  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Brainspotting, and DBT/CBT.
Life is hard. Period. Do you find life is pulling you in different directions leaving you stressed and overwhelmed? Maybe this shows up as you finding it hard to say "no" to others? Or you thinking that you are “never good enough” Or feeling lonely and isolated from your family, friends, or culture, such that you feel like no one understands you, no one really “gets” you? Or sometimes you do not feel like getting out of bed or want to do anything. Therapy with me is a space for you to explore ALL that is blocking you from being the best version of yourself. A place for you to realign, renew, live your best life, & flourish.
I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Brainspotting, and DBT/CBT.
Life is hard. Period. Do you find life is pulling you in different directions leaving you stressed and overwhelmed? Maybe this shows up as you finding it hard to say "no" to others? Or you thinking that you are “never good enough” Or feeling lonely and isolated from your family, friends, or culture, such that you feel like no one understands you, no one really “gets” you? Or sometimes you do not feel like getting out of bed or want to do anything. Therapy with me is a space for you to explore ALL that is blocking you from being the best version of yourself. A place for you to realign, renew, live your best life, & flourish.
(508) 231-5974 View (508) 231-5974
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ShaQuan Read Counseling & Consulting
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Our practice currently has openings for EMDR & Brainspotting Intensives.
The process of learning ourselves & diving into the depth of our pain is not a path that we must take alone. In our practice it is our privilege to travel alongside you to support your growth, understanding, and acceptance during this part of your journey. to achieve your therapeutic goals. We offer EMDR Intensive Therapy sessions. It can be difficult to resolve a feeling issue with a thinking solution, so we utilize healing modalities that allow us to get to the core of the issues you are facing. "I learned long ago that in order to heal my wounds I must have the courage to face them” – Paulo Coelho.
Our practice currently has openings for EMDR & Brainspotting Intensives.
The process of learning ourselves & diving into the depth of our pain is not a path that we must take alone. In our practice it is our privilege to travel alongside you to support your growth, understanding, and acceptance during this part of your journey. to achieve your therapeutic goals. We offer EMDR Intensive Therapy sessions. It can be difficult to resolve a feeling issue with a thinking solution, so we utilize healing modalities that allow us to get to the core of the issues you are facing. "I learned long ago that in order to heal my wounds I must have the courage to face them” – Paulo Coelho.
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Keisha Barnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02114  (Online Only)
With somatic methods like Brainspotting, we'll target self-esteem, depression and anxiety-even if your feelings and memory are confusing or limited.
Emotions like anxiety, sadness and shame are so overwhelming that it feels like your body could shatter from all of your feelings. A painful childhood, challenging relationships, loss or another distressing experience has left you feeling hopeless. You've never been able to explain what feeling abandoned is like, or why it's so hard to trust, so you feel more isolated in being misunderstood. You have some regrets on how you've responded or acted in the past while you were just trying to survive or feel connection.
With somatic methods like Brainspotting, we'll target self-esteem, depression and anxiety-even if your feelings and memory are confusing or limited.
Emotions like anxiety, sadness and shame are so overwhelming that it feels like your body could shatter from all of your feelings. A painful childhood, challenging relationships, loss or another distressing experience has left you feeling hopeless. You've never been able to explain what feeling abandoned is like, or why it's so hard to trust, so you feel more isolated in being misunderstood. You have some regrets on how you've responded or acted in the past while you were just trying to survive or feel connection.
(919) 822-9125 View (919) 822-9125
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Crystal Le
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02108  (Online Only)
Brainspotting has mended countless traumatic reactions, interpersonal relationships and most importantly, relationship with self.
The mind and body stores all experiences—good and bad; the bad causes pain, unhealthy habits, and keeps us from our potential—our True Nature. GREAT NEWS—we are also extremely resilient and self-healing when we learn to activate these qualities. At True Nature, I take pride in helping people like you, improve their quality of life through Brainspotting, a natural and revolutionary modality to activate self-healing and release traumatic pain.
Brainspotting has mended countless traumatic reactions, interpersonal relationships and most importantly, relationship with self.
The mind and body stores all experiences—good and bad; the bad causes pain, unhealthy habits, and keeps us from our potential—our True Nature. GREAT NEWS—we are also extremely resilient and self-healing when we learn to activate these qualities. At True Nature, I take pride in helping people like you, improve their quality of life through Brainspotting, a natural and revolutionary modality to activate self-healing and release traumatic pain.
(858) 358-5031 View (858) 358-5031
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Eugene Hall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
I also offer brainspotting therapy.
Many come to therapy knowing only that they are struggling to get things done, their relationships have become a source of stress rather than comfort, or they need help processing trauma, loss, or other painful experiences impacting their daily lives. Whatever your circumstances, I strive to help each person or family I work with achieve greater emotional, psychological, and social well-being, while also alleviating symptoms. I use the power of storytelling and understand that each person I work with has many, important stories to tell. I also value and work with each person's nervous system in the healing process.
I also offer brainspotting therapy.
Many come to therapy knowing only that they are struggling to get things done, their relationships have become a source of stress rather than comfort, or they need help processing trauma, loss, or other painful experiences impacting their daily lives. Whatever your circumstances, I strive to help each person or family I work with achieve greater emotional, psychological, and social well-being, while also alleviating symptoms. I use the power of storytelling and understand that each person I work with has many, important stories to tell. I also value and work with each person's nervous system in the healing process.
(612) 429-4092 View (612) 429-4092
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Patricia Mary Flynn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Waltham, MA 02451
I have over thirty years of experience working with veterans with combat trauma and military sexual trauma. In addition, I deal with PTSD, anxiety, grief issues (divorce and loss). My focus is on health and wellness, mind-body-spirit.
I have over thirty years of experience working with veterans with combat trauma and military sexual trauma. In addition, I deal with PTSD, anxiety, grief issues (divorce and loss). My focus is on health and wellness, mind-body-spirit.
(617) 640-1640 View (617) 640-1640
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.