Brainspotting Therapists in El Cajon, CA
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by past experiences, you are not alone—and you don't have to navigate it on your own. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients of all ages—pre-teens to older adults—feel heard and supported. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, ADHD, PTSD, cultural issues, divorce, and family challenges. I also offer faith-based support for those who desire a Christian perspective. My goal is to help you find joy, peace, and freedom through a strong therapeutic relationship and compassionate care.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by past experiences, you are not alone—and you don't have to navigate it on your own. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients of all ages—pre-teens to older adults—feel heard and supported. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, ADHD, PTSD, cultural issues, divorce, and family challenges. I also offer faith-based support for those who desire a Christian perspective. My goal is to help you find joy, peace, and freedom through a strong therapeutic relationship and compassionate care.
We have therapists trained in EMDR and Brainspotting.
Heart 2 Heart Therapy offers compassionate, professional mental health services for individuals, couples, and families across San Diego County. We are proud to provide both in-person and tele-health therapy sessions, and we’re currently accepting new clients.
We have therapists trained in EMDR and Brainspotting.
Heart 2 Heart Therapy offers compassionate, professional mental health services for individuals, couples, and families across San Diego County. We are proud to provide both in-person and tele-health therapy sessions, and we’re currently accepting new clients.
You've been dealing with life in all it's complexities and in spite of your best efforts, for any one of a number of reasons you've found yourself feeling stuck. It's frustrating, disappointing, in some ways maybe even infuriating. Before you throw your hand up at it all, why don't you and I sit down. Let's talk, let's figure out your pathway forward. The answers are in there. I want to be your partner in finding them. I want to help you.
You've been dealing with life in all it's complexities and in spite of your best efforts, for any one of a number of reasons you've found yourself feeling stuck. It's frustrating, disappointing, in some ways maybe even infuriating. Before you throw your hand up at it all, why don't you and I sit down. Let's talk, let's figure out your pathway forward. The answers are in there. I want to be your partner in finding them. I want to help you.
My name is Noor Gorgees and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, kids, and families and I have special interests and experience treating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and grief. I practice therapy from a place of intentional presence and deep emotional safety. My style is grounded, compassionate, and relational. I prioritize creating space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood without judgement. I balance clinical skill with human connection where I help you slow down, explore your inner world, and move toward insight and emotional regulation.
My name is Noor Gorgees and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, kids, and families and I have special interests and experience treating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and grief. I practice therapy from a place of intentional presence and deep emotional safety. My style is grounded, compassionate, and relational. I prioritize creating space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood without judgement. I balance clinical skill with human connection where I help you slow down, explore your inner world, and move toward insight and emotional regulation.
I have specialized training to help with Trauma with EMDR and Brainspotting.
I enjoy helping others reach their full potential by gaining courage and confidence while learning ways to overcome the obstacles life can bring. Such as a loss of a loved one whether unexpectedly or naturally, issues with marriage or family relationships, divorce, health changes or addictions. My goal is to support my clients through a difficult time, help them to have hope, and tap into their inner resilience. I have experience with complicated grief. My heart is to walk along side those that have been affected by violent or unexpected death during an unbearable time, supporting them toward healing.
I have specialized training to help with Trauma with EMDR and Brainspotting.
I enjoy helping others reach their full potential by gaining courage and confidence while learning ways to overcome the obstacles life can bring. Such as a loss of a loved one whether unexpectedly or naturally, issues with marriage or family relationships, divorce, health changes or addictions. My goal is to support my clients through a difficult time, help them to have hope, and tap into their inner resilience. I have experience with complicated grief. My heart is to walk along side those that have been affected by violent or unexpected death during an unbearable time, supporting them toward healing.
By integrating Brainspotting and my background in energy healing, I’ll help you navigate and transform your challenges into a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, leading you toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.
I offer personalized support crafted for the LGBTQ+ and Latine communities. Not queer or BIPOC? No worries, I've got you covered with therapy tailored to you! We tackle your thoughts and feelings head-on, uncovering the real issues for swift relief and sustainable recovery. My expertise in Brainspotting deepens our work together, focusing on your healing.
By integrating Brainspotting and my background in energy healing, I’ll help you navigate and transform your challenges into a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, leading you toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.
I offer personalized support crafted for the LGBTQ+ and Latine communities. Not queer or BIPOC? No worries, I've got you covered with therapy tailored to you! We tackle your thoughts and feelings head-on, uncovering the real issues for swift relief and sustainable recovery. My expertise in Brainspotting deepens our work together, focusing on your healing.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or major life transitions? You may feel disconnected from yourself, weighed down by expectations, or stuck in patterns shaped by unprocessed experiences. If you’re seeking relief, greater self understanding, and more meaningful relationships, therapy can offer a path forward. You deserve a space where you feel seen, supported, and safe to explore your experiences while building effective coping skills and reconnecting with your strengths.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or major life transitions? You may feel disconnected from yourself, weighed down by expectations, or stuck in patterns shaped by unprocessed experiences. If you’re seeking relief, greater self understanding, and more meaningful relationships, therapy can offer a path forward. You deserve a space where you feel seen, supported, and safe to explore your experiences while building effective coping skills and reconnecting with your strengths.
People have an unlimited capacity for growth and change. People come to therapy for a wide range of reasons. My role as a therapist is to assist you in working towards your goals by offering support, validation, as well as practical tools that will assist you in working towards achieving those goals.
People have an unlimited capacity for growth and change. People come to therapy for a wide range of reasons. My role as a therapist is to assist you in working towards your goals by offering support, validation, as well as practical tools that will assist you in working towards achieving those goals.
I’m a Master Certified Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) provider and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II), with advanced training in Brainspotting, ART, EMDR, and ACT.
You can move beyond just coping. Imagine feeling calm in your body and clear in your mind—more connected, more at ease, and no longer defined by your past. I blend ART, Brainspotting, ACT, and mindfulness-based approaches to help clients shift deep emotional patterns and reconnect with their authentic selves.
I’m a Master Certified Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) provider and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II), with advanced training in Brainspotting, ART, EMDR, and ACT.
You can move beyond just coping. Imagine feeling calm in your body and clear in your mind—more connected, more at ease, and no longer defined by your past. I blend ART, Brainspotting, ACT, and mindfulness-based approaches to help clients shift deep emotional patterns and reconnect with their authentic selves.
Weaving Clarity is embedded in EMDR, but also offers a variety of other trauma-focused therapy modalities such as Brainspotting, IFS-Informed, Somatic Experiencing, EFT-Informed, and Psychodynamic therapy.
At Weaving Clarity, we believe healing begins with feeling truly seen, supported, and empowered. Our practice is built on the foundation of compassionate, evidence-based care that honors the unique experiences of every individual. Weaving Clarity specializes in trauma-focused care based in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and a somatic framework to encourage the mind-body connection.
We treat any form of trauma and specialize in complex, chronic, and childhood trauma. We assist couples and families in healing deep rooted patterns within relationships that are causing miscommunication and pain.
Weaving Clarity is embedded in EMDR, but also offers a variety of other trauma-focused therapy modalities such as Brainspotting, IFS-Informed, Somatic Experiencing, EFT-Informed, and Psychodynamic therapy.
At Weaving Clarity, we believe healing begins with feeling truly seen, supported, and empowered. Our practice is built on the foundation of compassionate, evidence-based care that honors the unique experiences of every individual. Weaving Clarity specializes in trauma-focused care based in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and a somatic framework to encourage the mind-body connection.
We treat any form of trauma and specialize in complex, chronic, and childhood trauma. We assist couples and families in healing deep rooted patterns within relationships that are causing miscommunication and pain.
Using EMDR, Brainspotting, TF-CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, and Attachment Theory, I help clients build resilience and inner strength.
I provide a warm, empathetic environment where clients feel truly understood and supported. Specializing in trauma, depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders, I use proven methods like EMDR, Brainspotting, DBT, and Internal Family Systems, to meet your specific needs. My goal is to help you find strength, resilience, and personal growth.
Using EMDR, Brainspotting, TF-CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, and Attachment Theory, I help clients build resilience and inner strength.
I provide a warm, empathetic environment where clients feel truly understood and supported. Specializing in trauma, depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders, I use proven methods like EMDR, Brainspotting, DBT, and Internal Family Systems, to meet your specific needs. My goal is to help you find strength, resilience, and personal growth.
I use modalities such as somatic psychotherapy, brainspotting, schema therapy, tapping, neuro-nutrient support, inner child work, and reparenting.
In today’s world, many of us are navigating growing pressures and increasingly complex circumstances. The effects of these experiences can manifest in countless ways such as challenges in relationships, unprocessed trauma or deeply held negative beliefs about ourselves. The weight of it all can feel immense. Feeling stuck in cycles of difficult emotions is a deeply human experience, yet finding the right support can often feel out of reach—that’s where I can help. I’m here to help you explore how your personal and collective pasts have shaped who you are today, so we can access the innate wisdom within you needed to heal.
I use modalities such as somatic psychotherapy, brainspotting, schema therapy, tapping, neuro-nutrient support, inner child work, and reparenting.
In today’s world, many of us are navigating growing pressures and increasingly complex circumstances. The effects of these experiences can manifest in countless ways such as challenges in relationships, unprocessed trauma or deeply held negative beliefs about ourselves. The weight of it all can feel immense. Feeling stuck in cycles of difficult emotions is a deeply human experience, yet finding the right support can often feel out of reach—that’s where I can help. I’m here to help you explore how your personal and collective pasts have shaped who you are today, so we can access the innate wisdom within you needed to heal.
I have specialized training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Therapy (AEDP), Brainspotting, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Individuals, couples, and families navigating the complexities of stress, trauma, and multicultural relationships often encounter unique challenges. Cultural differences, life transitions, and emotional trauma can be daunting. I'm here to guide you with empathy and openness. By fostering heartfelt communication, I empower you to embrace your journey and navigate adversity with grace. Together, we turn challenges into growth, equipping you with tools to heal and envision a future filled with hope, resilience, and unity. Let's transform obstacles into stepping stones for a brighter tomorrow.
I have specialized training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Therapy (AEDP), Brainspotting, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Individuals, couples, and families navigating the complexities of stress, trauma, and multicultural relationships often encounter unique challenges. Cultural differences, life transitions, and emotional trauma can be daunting. I'm here to guide you with empathy and openness. By fostering heartfelt communication, I empower you to embrace your journey and navigate adversity with grace. Together, we turn challenges into growth, equipping you with tools to heal and envision a future filled with hope, resilience, and unity. Let's transform obstacles into stepping stones for a brighter tomorrow.
I employ interventions such as parts work and brainspotting to create changes in the subcortical brain where the knowings from your past and trauma are being held.
Do you find yourself struggling with a familiar theme over and over again? Do you often feel triggered in your relationships that result in dynamics that keep you from feeling safe in? Is there a critical voice inside your head despite your hard work? You may be generous to help the people around you, but struggle to be with yourself with the same kind of grace and kindness. Our difficult upbringing and traumatic experiences can affect us in different ways, manifesting in ways such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, irritability, and so on. When you are experiencing it, it is overwhelming and isolating.
I employ interventions such as parts work and brainspotting to create changes in the subcortical brain where the knowings from your past and trauma are being held.
Do you find yourself struggling with a familiar theme over and over again? Do you often feel triggered in your relationships that result in dynamics that keep you from feeling safe in? Is there a critical voice inside your head despite your hard work? You may be generous to help the people around you, but struggle to be with yourself with the same kind of grace and kindness. Our difficult upbringing and traumatic experiences can affect us in different ways, manifesting in ways such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, irritability, and so on. When you are experiencing it, it is overwhelming and isolating.
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.
Relationships still feel difficult, even when you're trying your best. You may be reading the books, following relationship experts on social media, and genuinely trying to apply what you learn, yet still feeling unfulfilled in your relationships with family members, romantic partners, or close friends. No matter how hard you try, the same familiar patterns keep showing up. You might feel frustrated when issues come up because, even though you know how you want to respond, your reactions seem to take over anyway. You replay conversations and overanalyze what you said or didn't say. And yet, deep down, you know you're meant for more.
Relationships still feel difficult, even when you're trying your best. You may be reading the books, following relationship experts on social media, and genuinely trying to apply what you learn, yet still feeling unfulfilled in your relationships with family members, romantic partners, or close friends. No matter how hard you try, the same familiar patterns keep showing up. You might feel frustrated when issues come up because, even though you know how you want to respond, your reactions seem to take over anyway. You replay conversations and overanalyze what you said or didn't say. And yet, deep down, you know you're meant for more.
I use modalities such as somatic psychotherapy, brainspotting, schema therapy, tapping, neuro-nutrient support, inner child work, and reparenting.
In today’s world, many of us are navigating growing pressures and increasingly complex circumstances. The effects of these experiences can manifest in countless ways such as challenges in relationships, anxiety, unprocessed trauma or deeply held negative beliefs about ourselves. The weight of it all can feel immense. Feeling stuck in cycles of difficult emotions is a deeply human experience, yet finding the right support can often feel out of reach—that’s where I can help. I’m here to help you explore how your personal and collective pasts have shaped who you are today, so we can access the innate wisdom within you needed to heal.
I use modalities such as somatic psychotherapy, brainspotting, schema therapy, tapping, neuro-nutrient support, inner child work, and reparenting.
In today’s world, many of us are navigating growing pressures and increasingly complex circumstances. The effects of these experiences can manifest in countless ways such as challenges in relationships, anxiety, unprocessed trauma or deeply held negative beliefs about ourselves. The weight of it all can feel immense. Feeling stuck in cycles of difficult emotions is a deeply human experience, yet finding the right support can often feel out of reach—that’s where I can help. I’m here to help you explore how your personal and collective pasts have shaped who you are today, so we can access the innate wisdom within you needed to heal.
Archana Archie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MHRS, PMH-C
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I offer Brainspotting to work with trauma & other evidence based tools like CBT with a compassionate lens.
Hi I'm Archana (Archie) and welcome. Many of my clients are facing issues that are in some ways appear manageable to the outsider but in actuality they are struggling internally from day to day. Whether it is anxiety, eating disorders, difficult relationships, or the demands of life like college, work, new or seasoned mom- I apply my extensive experience as an eclectic therapist drawing from multiple east and western modalities to provide support to fit my clients needs. My approach is warm, creative, collaborative, but also I take pride in gently challenging you for deep reflection. After all, you are here for change right?
I offer Brainspotting to work with trauma & other evidence based tools like CBT with a compassionate lens.
Hi I'm Archana (Archie) and welcome. Many of my clients are facing issues that are in some ways appear manageable to the outsider but in actuality they are struggling internally from day to day. Whether it is anxiety, eating disorders, difficult relationships, or the demands of life like college, work, new or seasoned mom- I apply my extensive experience as an eclectic therapist drawing from multiple east and western modalities to provide support to fit my clients needs. My approach is warm, creative, collaborative, but also I take pride in gently challenging you for deep reflection. After all, you are here for change right?
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.
Sessions will include talk therapy utilizing DBT, ACT, brainspotting, and narrative therapy.
Are feeling lost in life? Is your confidence is at an all-time low? Are you are seeking a sense of meaning or purpose in your life that you can't seem to find no matter how hard you try? Do you wish you could just switch it all off and unplug from what's happening? Do you just feel like something is missing in your life? If so, I'm here to help. I am an authentic, engaging, soulful healer who uses my identity as a Black-disabled woman to provide culturally, LGBTQIA, disability, and gender-affirming care.
Sessions will include talk therapy utilizing DBT, ACT, brainspotting, and narrative therapy.
Are feeling lost in life? Is your confidence is at an all-time low? Are you are seeking a sense of meaning or purpose in your life that you can't seem to find no matter how hard you try? Do you wish you could just switch it all off and unplug from what's happening? Do you just feel like something is missing in your life? If so, I'm here to help. I am an authentic, engaging, soulful healer who uses my identity as a Black-disabled woman to provide culturally, LGBTQIA, disability, and gender-affirming care.
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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.