Course Details:

Brainspotting is a brain-based therapy based on the hypothesis that specific eye positions designated as “brainspots” activate and access specific areas of the midbrain that allow for the reprocessing and releasing of core neurophysiological reactions to trauma-related and other psychological experiences.
In addition, brainspotting is built on a model that emphasizes therapist-client presence and attunement in the healing process. As an open and integrative model, brainspotting is adaptable to many different areas of specialization and can be integrated with other treatment models.
In this introductory Brainspotting: Phase 1 training, participants will learn four basic brainspotting techniques. In addition, participants will receive an overview of the:
  • standards of care and professional practice for brainspotting practitioners,
  • research that supports the primary assumptions of brainspotting; and 
  • challenges of research and evidence-based treatment for conditions such as Complex PTSD 
Learning objectives:
​Participants of this introductory level course participants will be able to:
  • Summarize the standards of care and professional practice of the International Brainspotting Association.
  • Describe the hypothesized neurological underpinnings of how brainspotting works.
  • Summarize the research that supports the hypothesized way in which eye positions activate and accesses midbrain activity.
  • Explain the uncertainty principle as it relates to brainspotting.
  • Describe the concepts of simultaneous neurobiological and relational attunement.
  • Explain the importance of client-therapist attunement during brainspotting.
  • Explain how the treatment frame is set and held by the therapist.
  • Explain the role of focused mindfulness in brainspotting.
  • Discuss the similarities and differences between the activation and resource models of brainspotting.
  • Explain the concept of limbic countertransference.
  • Demonstrate a basic mastery of the use of the outside window brainspotting technique.
  • Demonstrate a basic mastery of the use of the inside window brainspotting technique.
  • Demonstrate a basic mastery of the use of the gaze spot brainspotting technique.
  • Demonstrate a basic mastery of the use of the resource model of brainspotting technique.
  • Assess the appropriate brainspotting techniques for the treatment of Post-traumatic stress disorder, including the Dissociative Subtype, and other trauma-related symptoms.
  • Describe two challenges to assessing and providing evidence-based treatment to individuals with Complex PTSD.
Training material:
  • Participants need to purchase own pointer and Dr. David Grand's book Brainspotting "The Revolutionary New Therapy For Rapid and Effective Change" ( paper or digital version) as requirements for attending the training. More info can be found on the resource page here. 
  • Participants will receive a digital manual for Phase 1 Brainspotting training. 

Continuing Education:

21 Continuing Education Units are offered through R.Cassidy
If R. Cassidy Seminars is not an approved sponsor of continuing education in the state in which you are licensed, please click here to find out if it is possible to receive credit for continuing education from an approved sponsor of another state licensing board. Additional information can be found in the document below.  
​Please note R. Cassidy Seminars is no longer able to offer participants continuing education credit through the American Psychological Association (APA).
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Agenda:

This agenda of these Brainspotting trainings are designed with Asia Pacific Region time zones in mind, welcoming practitioners from US, Canada, Korea, Thailand, China, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Taiwan and other countries to be able to learn Brainspotting in time zones which are compatible to them. Please see details here: detailed course agenda.

Trainer:

Nancy Tung
Nancy Tung is a Brainspotting (BSP) trainer and consultant who works extensively in the Asia Pacific Regions embracing diversity. Along with providing Phase 1 and Phase 2 BSP trainings, Nancy has developed Brainspotting Embodied Learning Circles (BELC) to help new and experienced BSP therapists globally to attune with ease to themselves and their clients. 

She is the Founder of Practice for Systemic Wellness where she provides direct clinical services and consultation. Nancy's specialty is Systemic Brainspotting for Inherited Family Trauma Manifested in Chronic Conditions. 

Schedule:

Day/Time
North America
Pacific Standard Time
​3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
China/Malaysia/
​Singapore/Taiwan
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thailand
​6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
South Korea
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Day 1
Thursday
Mar. 3, 2022
Friday
Mar. 4, 2022
​Friday
Mar. 4, 2022
​Friday
Mar. 4, 2022
Day 2
Friday
​Mar. 4, 2022
Saturday
Mar. 5, 2022
​Saturday
Mar. 5, 2022
Saturday
Mar. 5, 2022
Day 3
Saturday
Mar. 5, 2022
Sunday
​Mar. 6, 2022
​Sunday
​Mar. 6, 2022
​Sunday
​​Mar. 6, 2022
When in doubt, please check time zone converter for your local time!
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html

Pricing:

Registration Type
Tuition (USD)
Registration Period
Early Bird
$795
​Before Feb. 25, 2022
Standard
$845
Feb. 25, 2022 or Later
Non-working Graduate students and Re-takes, please contact Brainspotting Trainer Nancy Tung for special rate ($450 for Early Bird and $500 for Standard) at NancyTungCoaching@gmail.com. 

Disclosure:
There is no conflict of interest or commercial support for this program.

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    Requirements and expectations

    If you are unable to adhere to these requirements please do not register for the training.
    1. 100% attendance is required for each day.  This means it is not acceptable to leave the training for a few hours to go attend another meeting etc. and then return to the training. If you are unable to attend 100% each day then do not register for the training.  In case of an emergency, we are happy to refund your registration fee and you can take the training in the future.
    2. We realize there is a pandemic and sociopolitical issues which have caused strain in many areas to say the least.  However, if you are not able to be fully present for whatever reason(s) please do not register for the training.  This training is highly experiential and REQUIRES your full attention and presence.  The inability to be fully present adversely impacts other attendees during experiential practicums. Opting out of practicums is not an option.
    3. Pointer, bilateral music, and David Grand's book are essential material to have ready before the training. You must have them before participating in the phase 1 training. 
    4. ​If you do not have a Zoom account, you need to register for a free account with Zoom and use your laptop or desktop during the training. Do not use cell phones as the screen size is too small for the training. 
    5. Having your Zoom video on most of the time is highly encouraged even though we recognized you need to take breaks from the screen. It is not acceptable to have the video off the entire time during training. ​
    6. No recordings on any device is allowed.
    7. Recording is for the trainer's personal use and is not included in the registration. ​
    8. You are required to fill out and return the post training reflections questionnaire before the completion certificate can be issued. 
    9. By registering for this training you agree to the requirements and expectations

    Cancellation and refund policy

    • All cancellations received by midnight PDT Feb. 20, 2022 will receive a full refund less applicable processing fees ($75) by March 15, 2022. 
    • ALL cancellations received after Feb. 20, 2022 will receive a full refund less any applicable processing fees ($75) after the training has concluded and by March 15, 2022.
    • NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED AS A RESULT OF PARTIAL ATTENDANCE. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU ARE ABLE TO BE IN FULL ATTENDANCE ALL 3 DAYS OF THE TRAINING.
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