Differences Between EMDR and Brainspotting - Which One Is Right For You?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.ย. 2024
- Tune in to see what the similarities and differences are between EMDR and Brainspotting, and which one may be the best fit for you!
I call them "sister therapies" because they work so similarly in how effective they are at processing trauma. Yet, the way in which both of these treatments is administered feels very different in experience. In fact, I often use both, interchangeably for some of my clients. Depending on the topic at hand, EMDR may feel like a better way of processing, wherein a different topic may feel more well-suited for Brainspotting. I love how both will get you the results that you are yearning for, in your trauma recovery.
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Phenomenal explanations and very soothing personality
Thank you so much!
Very helpful explanation. You see how EMDR or BSP shines in helping individuals with different needs. I heard many therapists share their preferences without clearly understanding the difference. As a therapist, we need to know what is the best fit intervention for various clients with different needs. You really show your insight into the two similar but different modalities.
Thank you so much. That means a lot!
Its crazy that these techniques are that easy yet still very few people know about them.
I agree! That's exactly why I try and spread the word.
Thank you, this was very informative.🙏
I'm so glad!
So which one is better because I’m fighting my therapist who wants to send me to brain spotting and she can’t do EMDR because no support system so pissed
I am sorry you're dealing with this! Either one is bound to be helpful. EMDR has more of a framework around it, while BSP is more open-ended. Both can get the job done, just in different ways. If you desire to start feeling better, I say start iwth what you have access to! No sense in waiting if you can get some BSP done sooner rather than later. I hope this helps.
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