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Anxiety, panic, transitions, and traumatic events that interfere with your quality of life and relationships are issues that I treat rapidly and effectively.

• For a list of mental and physical symptoms that I treat Click here. 
• To feel better right away, start with Dr. Grand’s bilateral music (also on music apps) to prime your brain for your session. Make sure to listen with headphones, not while driving! 

Brainspotting is a visual and brain-based technique to regulate your nervous system for improved mood, sleep, and functioning. I trained with founder, Dr. David Grand, who discovered distinct eye positions, "spots", to be used for healing trauma, as a new form of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) in 2003. It is true that “where we look impacts how we feel."

Especially via telehealth, your eyes tell me the visual field spots to lessen your stress and find insights. It is a deep (yet gentle) way of processing stress and trauma, with less talking. If it’s hard to find words for feelings, you will love Brainspotting. Here’s a 4 min video and article about how it works. 

My clients often say it feels like a full weekend of meditation and clarity wrapped into one session.  Read more research here and here.

I like to do Brainspotting in your first session. I do this online because it is a deeper connection with your eyes, voice, and energy than social cues in person. Also, you can relax (and even, self-spot) afterwards in your own setting. You will look at customized spots in your visual field while I gently guide you through biofeedback processing. I add color, eye movements, and art during your session for personalized care. Your vision is hardwired to calm your brain so once you see it, it can become second nature.  

We use our time together to understand the way you see and solve problems, so you can feel better faster. My research-driven, mind-body care for you is attuned to your unique issues, based on my knowledge as an incurable cancer survivor, retired Functional Optometrist, and Licensed Professional Counselor. In times of crisis or for long-standing thought patterns, I can address your overwhelming and stuck feelings.

Think of me as your co-pilot to survey your horizon, and land you safely in each session. We will keep an eye on your goals and coordinate best mind-body practices. I can consult with your MD, PA, primary therapist, partner, or loved ones, as needed, to facilitate holistic healing.

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As a retired eye doctor, I am still called "Dr. Emily". My eye exams often seemed like counseling sessions because I saw beauty in how people see the world the way that they do. I helped clients find clarity, balance, and success in their lives after major events such as career change, illness, divorce, grief and loss.

I am a Mom, Wife, cancer-warrior, & nerdy brain researcher. In 2025, I became “cured” of an incurable blood cancer (Myeloma) that I have had for fifteen years. This shifted my perspective to writing and sharing my knowledge of Vision and Brainspotting. 

While I no longer see clients 1:1, I am in the process of publishing a book for clinicians and patients who have faced similar chronic diagnoses. Please sign up for my substack writing and upcoming publish dates.

My writing is from my experiences as a Doctor in Optometry (1996, Southern California) and a Masters in Counseling (2014, St Edward’s University). Since 2014, I have studied and refined my Brainspotting practice, both as a client and a Consultant (I certify clinicians to become certified in Brainspotting). You can benefit from my medical problem-solving mind and my ability to be fully focused on what is keeping you from “happy”.

I was thrilled to present my Neuroscience research at the 2021 International Brainspotting Conference “The Body Keeps the Score and the Eyes Can Open the Door”. I have recorded my visual tool trainings as Eye Love Brainspotting for sale to Brainspotting colleagues. See free updates on my YouTube Channel. I consult with professionals around the world

I am not taking new clients. You can search for Brainspotting practitioners near you here.

• My sessions are 45 minutes in length for adult individuals.
• I send you online paperwork before our 1st session so we can spend our time healing right away. 
• Less than 24 hour notification for rescheduling, cancellations, and no-shows are charged full session fee on your credit card in secure client portal online so I may help all my clients equally.
• I offer 3 scholarships to individuals of the global majority (i.e. those who identify as black, indigenous, people of color, aka BIPOC clients or therapists) and special cases when my schedule allows. Your sessions help pay it forward!
• My sessions are person-centered, adapted clinical protocols that are effective, and outcome driven. They cannot be categorized into current CPT codes. Therefore, I do not accept insurance.  

What I do for my clients who have insurance: 

• At your request, automatic monthly itemized receipts are emailed for your out-of-network benefits (i.e. the insurance company pays YOU, not me!). You can receive a percentage of your counseling investment back through this process.
• Flexible online scheduling around your financial budget and HSA (health select account) planning.
• With your permission, I can share insights with your primary therapist (who may be in-network for you).
• You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy. For questions or more information visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.

I offer 45 minute virtual consultations for anyone in the healing/helping fields.

I can certify you in Brainspotting and teach "Eye Love Brainspotting" (see below) concepts for free during your six (6) sessions. I build your confidence and intuition with easy, visual tools for “stuck” or “confusing” clients. Schedule with me online, (select Consultation for Therapist/Doctors-Telehealth from drop-down menu).

Eye Love Brainspotting workshops teach Brainspotting therapists how your eyes, brains, use of colors and, visual phenomena create speed-of-light shifts and post-traumatic clarity. Subscribe to www.incurableclarity.com for upcoming live workshops and 2025 book release.

• Eye Love Brainspotting I Video (1.5 hrs, $199) includes Color Glossary, Summary for your clients & 20 min consult with Emily Click here, bottom item to purchase & schedule.
• Psychology of Eye Movement $35 (Note: This is a dyad talk with a Functional Eye Dr. For Dr. Emily, purchase ELB I above)
• Free #EyeLoveBrainspotting YouTube channel demos
• My International Brainspotting Slideshow & Notes 2021
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Clients tell me they have had unique insights and relaxation after their first visit. I do especially well with analytical, productive individuals who are open to seeing where their eyes and brain can take them. I invite you to request a session and follow my blog in the privacy of your pjs, anytime! 

• Wow. You gave me such insights, peace & understanding, Emily!
• I am appreciating emotional and physical pain relief after years of suffering from both. God bless you!
• Your  Eye❤️Brainspotting training was amazing. I learned tools I can use tomorrow with clients. The eyes were so helpful to my trauma healing and relief.  🙏 Thank you!
• Emily provided an eye-opening class on how color can enhance Brainspotting sessions. The techniques are intuitive, creative, client-led, and grounded in science. I'm confident this will elevate many people's healing journeys!
• With Emily, I was supported with different colors that surprised and calmed me. I have done Brainspotting for years, yet this was a completely unique experience that I found to be deeply healing and transformative!