Brainspotting Therapists in Carlsbad, CA
My preferred approach is EMDR centered with CBT, mindfulness, and brainspotting techniques mixed in.
Results-Driven Therapy in Carlsbad, CA & CA/IN Online
Are you looking for results-driven therapy in a safe environment where you can truly challenge yourself and grow? If so, we may be a great fit.
My goal is to help you achieve tangible progress and move forward, regardless of the challenges you face. I use EMDR therapy as my primary tool to help my clients achieve success. Please reach out for a free 15 minute consultation.
I am a dually licensed therapist (CA & IN) offering virtual sessions across both states, as well as in-person sessions for individuals and couples at my office in Carlsbad, CA.
My preferred approach is EMDR centered with CBT, mindfulness, and brainspotting techniques mixed in.
Results-Driven Therapy in Carlsbad, CA & CA/IN Online
Are you looking for results-driven therapy in a safe environment where you can truly challenge yourself and grow? If so, we may be a great fit.
My goal is to help you achieve tangible progress and move forward, regardless of the challenges you face. I use EMDR therapy as my primary tool to help my clients achieve success. Please reach out for a free 15 minute consultation.
I am a dually licensed therapist (CA & IN) offering virtual sessions across both states, as well as in-person sessions for individuals and couples at my office in Carlsbad, CA.
Based on your needs, I will individualize my approach using practices such as Brainspotting, Attachment Focused EMDR, mindfulness, cognitive therapy, energy psychology, biofeedback, somatic therapies and the Enneagram Personality Style System.
Whether you are dealing with an unexpected change, trauma, anxiety, health challenge, relationship stress, depression or other mental health issue, having a trusted guide on the path can make all the difference. Over the past 25 years I have found mind body therapies get to the root of where we get stuck and allow for positive change.
Based on your needs, I will individualize my approach using practices such as Brainspotting, Attachment Focused EMDR, mindfulness, cognitive therapy, energy psychology, biofeedback, somatic therapies and the Enneagram Personality Style System.
Whether you are dealing with an unexpected change, trauma, anxiety, health challenge, relationship stress, depression or other mental health issue, having a trusted guide on the path can make all the difference. Over the past 25 years I have found mind body therapies get to the root of where we get stuck and allow for positive change.
Melissa Collins-Porter
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
3 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
I most often use Internal Family Systems, Brainspotting, and ACT, but tailor treatment to the client's needs and preferences.
I’m passionate about helping people feel more at peace with themselves and the world around them. Life can be messy and complicated, and therapy is a place where we can make sense of it together. Before becoming a therapist, I spent many years teaching film studies. I’ve always been fascinated by stories—the ones told on screen and the ones we carry inside.
I most often use Internal Family Systems, Brainspotting, and ACT, but tailor treatment to the client's needs and preferences.
I’m passionate about helping people feel more at peace with themselves and the world around them. Life can be messy and complicated, and therapy is a place where we can make sense of it together. Before becoming a therapist, I spent many years teaching film studies. I’ve always been fascinated by stories—the ones told on screen and the ones we carry inside.
I am trained in Brainspotting, a powerful and effective therapy that helps individuals process trauma at a deeper level, allowing for healing that goes beyond traditional talk therapy.
Whether you're struggling with past trauma, experiencing relationship difficulties, or seeking guidance during a life transition, I provide a safe, nurturing space to explore your emotions and work towards lasting changes. I pride myself on being compassionate and deeply attuned to your unique needs. My approach is rooted in empathy and understanding.
I am trained in Brainspotting, a powerful and effective therapy that helps individuals process trauma at a deeper level, allowing for healing that goes beyond traditional talk therapy.
Whether you're struggling with past trauma, experiencing relationship difficulties, or seeking guidance during a life transition, I provide a safe, nurturing space to explore your emotions and work towards lasting changes. I pride myself on being compassionate and deeply attuned to your unique needs. My approach is rooted in empathy and understanding.
I integrate trauma-informed methods such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Brainspotting to help you work through unresolved emotions and past experiences, while supporting a deeper sense of calm, safety, and resilience in both mind and body.
Do you feel trapped in a spiral of negative thoughts or overwhelming emotions? Stuck, disconnected from life, and unsure how to move forward? You are not alone. Life can feel challenging, and finding balance, fulfillment, and meaningful connections is not easy. In a safe and supportive space, I will help you rediscover your inner strength, navigate difficult experiences, and deepen your connection to yourself, others, and the world around you.
I integrate trauma-informed methods such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Brainspotting to help you work through unresolved emotions and past experiences, while supporting a deeper sense of calm, safety, and resilience in both mind and body.
Do you feel trapped in a spiral of negative thoughts or overwhelming emotions? Stuck, disconnected from life, and unsure how to move forward? You are not alone. Life can feel challenging, and finding balance, fulfillment, and meaningful connections is not easy. In a safe and supportive space, I will help you rediscover your inner strength, navigate difficult experiences, and deepen your connection to yourself, others, and the world around you.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Involved in a painful relationship? Do you want to decrease your suffering? We are here to help. The process of change can be painful, but it also offers opportunity for growth. If you are interested in making life changes, or are contemplating making changes in your life, then I invite you to contact us. At ADR Wellness we provide a nonjudgmental and safe environment. We offer research proven methods to help identify problems and create constructive solutions for difficult life issues.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Involved in a painful relationship? Do you want to decrease your suffering? We are here to help. The process of change can be painful, but it also offers opportunity for growth. If you are interested in making life changes, or are contemplating making changes in your life, then I invite you to contact us. At ADR Wellness we provide a nonjudgmental and safe environment. We offer research proven methods to help identify problems and create constructive solutions for difficult life issues.
Mind-Body practices we may utilize include: Meditation, Brainspotting, NLP, Enneagram, Somatic therapy, Eastern traditions, Energy practices, Imagery and more.
We all need help sometimes. Navigating life's challenges with a compassionate guide can make all of the difference. If you are feeling lost or directionless, stuck in limiting patterns or beliefs or are searching for something more, I am here to help. I'd feel honored to collaborate with you to cultivate positive habits, resilience, and loving relationships that align with your values. I thoroughly love what I do and I am ready to provide support and encouragement on your healing journey.
Mind-Body practices we may utilize include: Meditation, Brainspotting, NLP, Enneagram, Somatic therapy, Eastern traditions, Energy practices, Imagery and more.
We all need help sometimes. Navigating life's challenges with a compassionate guide can make all of the difference. If you are feeling lost or directionless, stuck in limiting patterns or beliefs or are searching for something more, I am here to help. I'd feel honored to collaborate with you to cultivate positive habits, resilience, and loving relationships that align with your values. I thoroughly love what I do and I am ready to provide support and encouragement on your healing journey.
Using EMDR, Brainspotting, and Schema Therapy, I offer therapy that’s equal parts science, attunement, and a little bit of lightness when it’s needed.
I offer 50- and 100-minute sessions, plus half-day therapy intensives for clients who want focused, accelerated work. All sessions are in-person at my Carlsbad office, a comfortable, screen-free space where you don’t have to push through, perform, or have all the answers. Just show up as you are. We’ll start there.
Using EMDR, Brainspotting, and Schema Therapy, I offer therapy that’s equal parts science, attunement, and a little bit of lightness when it’s needed.
I offer 50- and 100-minute sessions, plus half-day therapy intensives for clients who want focused, accelerated work. All sessions are in-person at my Carlsbad office, a comfortable, screen-free space where you don’t have to push through, perform, or have all the answers. Just show up as you are. We’ll start there.
Ja'niece Baer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, PPS, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
In my work with clients, I combine elements of practice that have been shown to reduce or alleviate anxiety and depression related symptoms—such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trauma interventions like Brainspotting, mindfulness and gratitude practices, and creative art interventions.
Welcome! I’m a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in anxiety and depressive disorders as well as maternal issues. I have witnessed the truly transformative power of therapy helping clients reclaim their joy. I've helped clients with relational issues, major life transitions, parenting challenges, trauma, grief and loss, and maternal issues like adoption and miscarriage.
In my work with clients, I combine elements of practice that have been shown to reduce or alleviate anxiety and depression related symptoms—such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trauma interventions like Brainspotting, mindfulness and gratitude practices, and creative art interventions.
Welcome! I’m a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in anxiety and depressive disorders as well as maternal issues. I have witnessed the truly transformative power of therapy helping clients reclaim their joy. I've helped clients with relational issues, major life transitions, parenting challenges, trauma, grief and loss, and maternal issues like adoption and miscarriage.
I use EMDR, ACT, Brainspotting, and Polyvagal Theory to help you understand patterns and tap into your natural capacity to grow and heal.
Reflex habits, relationship anxiety or avoidance, and past trauma can make it hard to feel safe, seen, or confident in your ability to do life. Together, we can dedicate time and space to untangling these patterns, strengthening your connection with yourself and others, building your capacity to handle tough moments, and taking small but meaningful risks that feel aligned with who you truly are—so you can live an authentic life that you’re proud of.
I use EMDR, ACT, Brainspotting, and Polyvagal Theory to help you understand patterns and tap into your natural capacity to grow and heal.
Reflex habits, relationship anxiety or avoidance, and past trauma can make it hard to feel safe, seen, or confident in your ability to do life. Together, we can dedicate time and space to untangling these patterns, strengthening your connection with yourself and others, building your capacity to handle tough moments, and taking small but meaningful risks that feel aligned with who you truly are—so you can live an authentic life that you’re proud of.
I use a holistic approach, incorporating EMDR, Brainspotting and Unified Protocol into my practice.
Living with PTSD, addiction, or autism can feel overwhelming. Each day might bring new challenges and struggles, impacting your relationships, work, and overall well-being. You might feel isolated, misunderstood, or unable to cope with daily stressors. I am here to help you navigate these difficulties, offering support and guidance tailored to your unique experiences and needs.
I use a holistic approach, incorporating EMDR, Brainspotting and Unified Protocol into my practice.
Living with PTSD, addiction, or autism can feel overwhelming. Each day might bring new challenges and struggles, impacting your relationships, work, and overall well-being. You might feel isolated, misunderstood, or unable to cope with daily stressors. I am here to help you navigate these difficulties, offering support and guidance tailored to your unique experiences and needs.
Hypnotherapy and Life Coaching for Women who are Ready to feel Calm, Confident and In Control. If you're outwardly capable but inwardly overwhelmed, you're not alone. Many of the women I work with are high-functioning, responsible, and strong for everyone else- yet struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, emotional overload, or feeling disconnected from themselves. I specialize in helping women calm their nervous system, build confidence from the inside out, and release patterns that no longer serve them using clinical hypnotherapy combined with life coaching and trauma-informed techniques.
Hypnotherapy and Life Coaching for Women who are Ready to feel Calm, Confident and In Control. If you're outwardly capable but inwardly overwhelmed, you're not alone. Many of the women I work with are high-functioning, responsible, and strong for everyone else- yet struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, emotional overload, or feeling disconnected from themselves. I specialize in helping women calm their nervous system, build confidence from the inside out, and release patterns that no longer serve them using clinical hypnotherapy combined with life coaching and trauma-informed techniques.
Areas of advanced training include but are not limited to Brainspotting, the quick pulse (by Jo Dunning), codependence and abuse recovery, emotional freedom technique, Matrix Reimprinting, cognitive and psychodynamic psychotherapy, poetry therapy, marital and family therapy, sexual therapy, focused mindfulness, quantum entrainment, and spiritually focused therapy.
I tailor each session according to the client's needs. One size does not fit all. I recognize the importance of how the body, mind, and emotions work together to find ways to cope, and what no longer serves as new tools are put into place.
Areas of advanced training include but are not limited to Brainspotting, the quick pulse (by Jo Dunning), codependence and abuse recovery, emotional freedom technique, Matrix Reimprinting, cognitive and psychodynamic psychotherapy, poetry therapy, marital and family therapy, sexual therapy, focused mindfulness, quantum entrainment, and spiritually focused therapy.
I tailor each session according to the client's needs. One size does not fit all. I recognize the importance of how the body, mind, and emotions work together to find ways to cope, and what no longer serves as new tools are put into place.
Do you feel emotionally exhausted, disconnected from your partner, or overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or self-doubt? Maybe communication in your relationship has broken down, or you find yourself repeating the same painful patterns. Therapy can help you reconnect with yourself, strengthen your relationships, and create meaningful change.
Do you feel emotionally exhausted, disconnected from your partner, or overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or self-doubt? Maybe communication in your relationship has broken down, or you find yourself repeating the same painful patterns. Therapy can help you reconnect with yourself, strengthen your relationships, and create meaningful change.
We may incorporate Brainspotting, which allows access to deep, often unconscious material stored in the body and brain, Attachment-based work to gently explore how early relationships shape current patterns, Polyvagal informed therapy, Parts-work, like Inner Child or IFS-inspired models, and Somatic tracking and resourcing to help reconnect and build capacity for regulation and presence.
When we start working together, we’ll take time to really understand what’s been weighing on you, what keeps getting in the way and what you’re hoping for in your life. From there, we’ll create a plan that feels clear, doable and genuinely supportive. I pay close attention to the survival strategies you’ve built over time—often ones that once protected you but now feel limiting—and we’ll work together to gently shift the patterns that no longer serve you.
My approach is relational, warm and grounded in trauma-informed and somatic work. So instead of staying only in conversation, we’ll slow down and notice what’s happening inside
We may incorporate Brainspotting, which allows access to deep, often unconscious material stored in the body and brain, Attachment-based work to gently explore how early relationships shape current patterns, Polyvagal informed therapy, Parts-work, like Inner Child or IFS-inspired models, and Somatic tracking and resourcing to help reconnect and build capacity for regulation and presence.
When we start working together, we’ll take time to really understand what’s been weighing on you, what keeps getting in the way and what you’re hoping for in your life. From there, we’ll create a plan that feels clear, doable and genuinely supportive. I pay close attention to the survival strategies you’ve built over time—often ones that once protected you but now feel limiting—and we’ll work together to gently shift the patterns that no longer serve you.
My approach is relational, warm and grounded in trauma-informed and somatic work. So instead of staying only in conversation, we’ll slow down and notice what’s happening inside
I often incorporate mind-body connection techniques, Brainspotting, and CBT to help you better understand your emotions, reduce distress, and create lasting change.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families who feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or exhausted from carrying so much on their own. Many struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, parenting stress, postpartum concerns, or difficult childhood experiences. Often they appear high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed and lost inside. I provide a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental space to process experiences, build coping skills, improve communication, strengthen self-esteem, and create lasting change.
I often incorporate mind-body connection techniques, Brainspotting, and CBT to help you better understand your emotions, reduce distress, and create lasting change.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families who feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or exhausted from carrying so much on their own. Many struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, parenting stress, postpartum concerns, or difficult childhood experiences. Often they appear high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed and lost inside. I provide a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental space to process experiences, build coping skills, improve communication, strengthen self-esteem, and create lasting change.
I love working with independent thinkers. You invest in your health, your body, and life. Now it’s time to invest in your mental growth
Therapy is an investment in self. A dedicated space to process emotions, heal old patterns, and cultivate clarity, resilience, and alignment from the inside out.
I specialize in working with strong, growth-oriented, professionals, athletes, biohackers and high achievers navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, and personal growth. While my practice is particularly attuned to women’s experiences, I also work with men and adolescents seeking change.
I love working with independent thinkers. You invest in your health, your body, and life. Now it’s time to invest in your mental growth
Therapy is an investment in self. A dedicated space to process emotions, heal old patterns, and cultivate clarity, resilience, and alignment from the inside out.
I specialize in working with strong, growth-oriented, professionals, athletes, biohackers and high achievers navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, and personal growth. While my practice is particularly attuned to women’s experiences, I also work with men and adolescents seeking change.
"It's not forgetting that heals. It's remembering." - Amy Greene. My area of focus is working with women and men who want to heal their mind and bodies from negative or traumatic experiences. Forgetting is not always an option because our bodies do remember. Common symptoms and complaints that can be related to traumatic events may be anxiety or depression, irritability and anger, frequent headaches, stomach-aches and fatigue. It can be difficult and overwhelming to reach out for support, but "forgetting" may no longer feel like an option for you.
"It's not forgetting that heals. It's remembering." - Amy Greene. My area of focus is working with women and men who want to heal their mind and bodies from negative or traumatic experiences. Forgetting is not always an option because our bodies do remember. Common symptoms and complaints that can be related to traumatic events may be anxiety or depression, irritability and anger, frequent headaches, stomach-aches and fatigue. It can be difficult and overwhelming to reach out for support, but "forgetting" may no longer feel like an option for you.
Lately, you’ve been reacting in ways that don’t feel like you. Your snapping faster, overthinking everything, struggling to relax even when you get a moment. You keep telling yourself you should be able to handle this, but something feels off. Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or deep in motherhood, things feel louder, harder, and more constant than they used to. You’re still showing up, but quietly wondering, "what is happening to me?" I help moms in this exact place slow things down, make sense of what’s underneath, and start feeling steady again.
Lately, you’ve been reacting in ways that don’t feel like you. Your snapping faster, overthinking everything, struggling to relax even when you get a moment. You keep telling yourself you should be able to handle this, but something feels off. Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or deep in motherhood, things feel louder, harder, and more constant than they used to. You’re still showing up, but quietly wondering, "what is happening to me?" I help moms in this exact place slow things down, make sense of what’s underneath, and start feeling steady again.
I'm certified in EMDR, trained in Brainspotting, IFS, certified in CBT and DBT Clients often come in for: Trauma & unresolved childhood experiences, chronic anxiety and overthinking, burnout, high-functioning stress, adjustment to college, motherhood, career or relationship transitions, and OCD.
You look high-functioning-but inside, your nervous system is exhausted. You manage work, school, relationships and responsibilities. You show up, push through, but anxiety runs quietly in the background. Old trauma still lives in your body. You overthink, over perform, and rarely slow down.
I specialize in working with high-achieving clients & college-age young adults navigating trauma, anxiety, stress and major life transitions.Many of my clients appear "fine"on the outside but feel overwhelmed internally. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I'll help your nervous system process what talk therapy alone cannot fully resolve.
I'm certified in EMDR, trained in Brainspotting, IFS, certified in CBT and DBT Clients often come in for: Trauma & unresolved childhood experiences, chronic anxiety and overthinking, burnout, high-functioning stress, adjustment to college, motherhood, career or relationship transitions, and OCD.
You look high-functioning-but inside, your nervous system is exhausted. You manage work, school, relationships and responsibilities. You show up, push through, but anxiety runs quietly in the background. Old trauma still lives in your body. You overthink, over perform, and rarely slow down.
I specialize in working with high-achieving clients & college-age young adults navigating trauma, anxiety, stress and major life transitions.Many of my clients appear "fine"on the outside but feel overwhelmed internally. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I'll help your nervous system process what talk therapy alone cannot fully resolve.
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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.