The core concept of brainspotting is based on the idea that our eyes are connected to our brain’s processing of emotions and memories. In essence, the eye is seen as a window into the brain. During a brain spotting session, a therapist helps clients identify and focus on specific eye positions or “brain spots” linked to emotional or traumatic experiences. These spots are often associated with activating particular neural networks, where emotions and memories are stored. When accessing the limbic part of the brain by focusing on a certain point, there is a movement toward brain integration – the different parts of the brain start sharing information and working together. In therapy, we bring these implicit memories into our conscious awareness, and the emotions can be felt in a compassionate relationship between client and therapist. This may be the first time a person feels and thinks about a challenging experience in a safe context with a supportive person, which can bring them a new and healing experience.