BRAINSPOTTING TRAININGS
ABOUT BRAINSPOTTING
Brainspotting is a powerful, focused treatment method that works by identifying, processing and releasing core neurophysiological sources of emotional/body pain, trauma, dissociation and a variety of challenging symptoms. Brainspotting is a simultaneous form of diagnosis and treatment, enhanced with BioLateral sound, which is deep, direct, powerful yet focused and containing.
Brainspotting identifies activated eye positions designated as Brainspots. Located through either one or both eyes, Brainspots are observed from either the “Inside Window” of the clients felt sense and/or the “Outside Window” of the clients’ reflexive responses (i.e., blink, eye twitches or wobbles, pupil dilation, quick breaths and subtle body shifts). Students will first learn the phenomenological approach that underpins strategies for Brainspotting, followed by strategies for identifying and processing Brainspots. Attention will be given to the utilization and integration of Brainspotting into ongoing treatment, including highly dissociative clients.
Brainspotting is adaptable to almost all areas of specialization. Brainspotting provides therapists with powerful tools to enable their patients to quickly and effectively process through the deep brain sources of many held traumas, emotional, somatic and performance problems.
TRAINING TESTIMONIALS
“I very intentionally chose which Phase 2 training I would take. I wanted to be trained by someone who has worked closely with the first person I was trained by, who is such a mentor of mine. I wanted to receive training by someone who practices with a very similar lens to my own. All weekend I was filled with a sense of gratitude for choosing this particular training because Mariya just fit all of my hopes and then exceeded them.” -Trainee, Nov 2023 Phase 2
“Phase 1 training was incredible. The excitement was high, and concepts were clear. I will forever hold the gratitude of collaborating with professionals compatible with my level of passion toward healing others. Healing, and being healed by individuals around the country was a humbling experience. It was bittersweet to make such strong, vulnerable and authentic connections in 3 days, then to disperse and use our skills elsewhere. My words cannot begin to explain how powerful this experience was. It was obvious that our trainers put genuine thought and care into their approach. There is nothing I would change. This was the most open, non-judgmental group of individuals I have ever been apart of. Thank you all!” -Gracie L., Wisconsin
“I absolutely loved my experience at the Phase 1 training. I went into the weekend thinking it'd be primarily lecture based with some awkward role play practicums, but found that it was such a meaningful, therapeutic, and connected space. I so appreciated everyone who was present and vulnerable in sharing their experiences, the consultants who offered feedback during the practicums, and Joy and Mariya for overall being so supportive and welcoming to the new BSP cohort!” -Amanda B., Oregon
2024-2025 LIVE TRAINING SCHEDULE
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (January 24-26, 2025)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Standard Time (CST)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (February 7-9, 2025)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Standard Time (CST)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 2 Training- Online via Zoom (March 7-9, 2025)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Standard Time (CST)
PREREQUISITE:
In Person or Online Brainspotting Phase 1 Training
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (April 4-6, 2025)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
FULL/WAITLIST-Brainspotting Ancestral Healing Retreat-Akumal, Mexico
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
AUDIENCE: Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
PREREQUISITE: Live Brainspotting Phase 1 and Phase 2 Training
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (April 25-27, 2025)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 2 Training for India/Pakistan- Online via Zoom (May 17, 18, 24, 25th, 2025) (Indian Standard Time)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
*This training is reserved only for participants located or working in India or Pakistan
May 17, 18, 24, 25, 2025 (Indian Standard Time)
8:30 am-2 pm all four days
Live interactive webinar presented in Indian Standard Time
AUDIENCE:
-Psychologists, social workers, counselors with post-graduate degrees -MDs, psychiatrists, and psychiatric nurses with Master’s level degree or above-Students in a psychology, social work, counseling, or psychiatry program, who will be completing their post-graduate degree by 2025
*Phase 1 completion is required
This training is an effort to build a community of Brainspotting practitioners in India and Pakistan.
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (June 13-15, 2025)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (July 18-20, 2025)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 2 Training- Online via Zoom (August 8-10, 2025)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
PREREQUISITE:
In Person or Online Brainspotting Phase 1 Training
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (August 22-24, 2025)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live online interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (September 12-14, 2025)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live online interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Intensive Training Retreat-SAN CARLÓS, COSTA RICA
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
PREREQUISITE: Live Brainspotting Phase 1 and Phase 2 Training
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (October 24-26, 2025)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live online interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 2 Training- Online via Zoom (November 7-9, 2025)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Standard Time (CST)
PREREQUISITE:
In Person or Online Brainspotting Phase 1 Training
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training for India/Pakistan- Online via Zoom (January 11, 12, 18, 19th, 2025) (Indian Standard Time)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
*This training is reserved only for participants located or working in India and/or Pakistan
January 11, 12, 18, 19, 2025 (Indian Standard Time)
8:30 am-2 pm all four days
Live interactive webinar presented in Indian Standard Time
AUDIENCE:
-Psychologists, social workers, counselors with post-graduate degrees -MDs, psychiatrists, and psychiatric nurses with Master’s level degree or above
-Students in a psychology, social work, counseling, or psychiatry program, who will be completing their post-graduate degree by 2025
This training is an effort to build a community of Brainspotting practitioners in India and Pakistan
Brainspotting Phase 2 Training- Online via Zoom (November 8-10, 2024)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Standard Time (CST)
PREREQUISITE:
In Person or Online Brainspotting Phase 1 Training
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (October 25-27, 2024)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live online interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
FULL/WAITLIST- Brainspotting Intensive Training Retreat-Akumal, Mexico
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
AUDIENCE:
PREREQUISITE: Live Brainspotting Phase 1 and Phase 2 Training
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (September 13-15, 2024)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live online interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
(FULL) Brainspotting Intensive Training Retreat-Minnetonka, MN, USA
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
AUDIENCE:
PREREQUISITE: Live Brainspotting Phase 1 and Phase 2 training
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program.
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training for India- Online via Zoom (February 3, 4, 10, 11th, 2024) (Indian Standard Time)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
February 3rd, 4th and 10th, 11th, 2024 (Indian Standard Time)
8:30 am-2 pm all four days
Live interactive webinar presented in Indian Standard Time
AUDIENCE:
-Psychologists, social workers, counselors with post-graduate degrees -MDs, psychiatrists, and psychiatric nurses with Master’s level degree or above
-Students in a psychology, social work, counseling, or psychiatry program, who will be completing their post-graduate degree by 2024
*This training is reserved only for participants located or working in India
This training is an effort to build a community of Brainspotting practitioners in India.
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (January 19-21, 2024)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Standard Time (CST)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, executive/life coaches, medical professionals, occupational therapists, physical therapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists, massage therapists, clergy, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students and interns in a mental health graduate program
Brainspotting Phase 2 Training- Online via Zoom (November 10-12, 2023)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Standard Time (CST)
PREREQUISITE:
In Person or Online Brainspotting Phase 1 Training
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
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Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (Oct 20-Oct 22, 2023)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
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Training Schedule
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (Sept 29-Oct 1, 2023)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
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Training Schedule
Brainspotting Phase 2 Training- Online via Zoom (August 11-13, 2023)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
PREREQUISITE:
In Person or Online Brainspotting Phase 1 Training
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
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Brainspotting Basics-Live Webinar (Central Standard Time)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Standard Time
This is an introduction to Brainspotting course to help raise interest about Brainspotting
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, mental health students and interns, and healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds.
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (June 9-11, 2023)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
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Training Schedule
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (May 19-21, 2023)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
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Training Schedule
Brainspotting Phase 2 Training- Online via Zoom (March 30-April 1, 2023)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC and Joy Myong, NCC, LPC, CADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
PREREQUISITE:
In Person or Online Brainspotting Phase 1 Training
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
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Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (March 3-5, 2023)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time (CDT)
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
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Training Schedule
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training for India- Online via Zoom (Indian Standard Time)
REGISTRATION CLOSED
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
January 22, 23 & 28, 29, 2023
8:30 am-2 pm all four days
Live interactive webinar presented in Indian Standard Time
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors with post-graduate degrees located in India
*This training is reserved only for participants located or working in India
This training is a humanitarian effort to build a community of Brainspotting practitioners in India.
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
Training Schedule
Brainspotting Basics-Live Webinar for India (Indian Standard Time)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Indian Standard Time
This is an introduction to Brainspotting course to help raise interest about Brainspotting and bring a live Phase 1 online training to India
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors with post-graduate degrees located in India
*Only for participants located or working in India
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
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Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (Nov 28-30, 2022)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Standard Time
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
Event Flyer
Brainspotting Basics-Live Webinar for India (Indian Standard Time)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Indian Standard Time
This is an introduction to Brainspotting course to help raise interest about Brainspotting and bring a live Phase 1 online training to India
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors with post-graduate degrees located in India
*Only for participants located or working in India
Brainspotting Phase 2 Training- Online via Zoom (Oct 28-30, 2022)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC and Joy Myong, NCC, LPC, CADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time
PREREQUISITE:
In Person or Online Brainspotting Phase 1 Training
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
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Brainspotting and Addictions with the Crocodile Setup Training- Online via Zoom (Oct 14-16, 2022)
Hosted by Dr. Roby Abeles, PsyD and Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC
This is an international live interactive webinar presented over three days:
October 14, 15, 16th 2022
9am- 5:30 pm Central Time Zone
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns
It is assumed that those taking this training have basic or advanced experience working with Addictions
Prerequisite: live online or in person Brainspotting Phase 1 training
Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom (Sept 12-14, 2022)
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC and Joy Myong, NCC, LPC, CADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns
CLICK HERE to learn more and register
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Brainspotting Phase 1 Training- Online via Zoom
Hosted by Mariya Javed-Payne, MSW, LICSW, LADC and Joy Myong, NCC, LPC, CADC
Live interactive webinar presented in Central Daylight Time
AUDIENCE:
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, healing professionals with strong clinical backgrounds, students, and interns