Brainspotting is a type of therapy that involves using spots in a person's visual field to help process trauma and emotional experiences. This therapy is based on the idea that the brain-body connection plays a significant role in the development and maintenance of psychological disorders.

During a Brainspotting session, the therapist guides the individual's eye movement to specific positions corresponding to the activation of traumatic memories or painful emotions. By focusing on these "brainspots," clients can access and process the underlying emotional and physiological responses.

The therapy is believed to work by identifying and releasing neurophysiological sources of emotional and physical pain, trauma, and dissociation. The therapist's attunement with the client and using specific cues, such as bilateral sounds, further enhance the treatment.

Brainspotting has shown promise in treating a range of mental health concerns, including trauma, anxiety, and pain. It is a growing area in psychology and is considered an alternative therapy that complements traditional approaches to psychotherapy.