BIPOC Brainspotting Phase 5
with David Grand, Ph.D.
In 2025, the most important Brainspotting training you can take is Phase 5.” -David Grand, PhD, Developer of Brainspotting
Brainspotting Trainer(s)
Seminar Objectives
In Phase 5 you will learn 6 advanced applications of Brainspotting:
Advanced Gazespotting for Existential Trauma
Attachment Eye Contact Spot and Dosing
Double Pointer with Memory Loss from Head Trauma
Advanced Partspotting 1
Advanced Partspotting 2
Innovative Ways of Finding Relevant Eye Positions (Brainspots).
Learning opportunities will include lecture with Q&A, live demos and practicums with extensive debrief.
Learning Objectives
Participants of this intermediate and advanced training will be able to:
Thursday November 13th, 2025 - Day 1
Define and identify the principles and applications of the Neuroexperiential Model (NEM).
Distinguish between the concepts of the NEM and the Evidence Based Model.
Delineate how Brainspotting is a developmental model in contrast with the DSM 5 and ICD 9 diagnosis models.
Explain and apply the Frame-based NEM approach of Brainspotting and how it is different from other models.
Describe and apply how relevant eye positions can be located through head and neck orientating.
Outline the many nervous systems in the body and explain how they are part of the bottom up process of Brainspotting.
Friday November 14th, 2025 - Day 2
Define and explain sensory gating and how it contributes to hyperarousal and hypoarousal.
Explain how hyperarousal and hypoarousal are intertwined and their implications for Brainspotting processing.
Comprehend and explain the limitations of the SUDs scale in assessing hypoarousal and its implications for diagnosis and treatment.
Describe how flight/fight/freeze underpins anxiety, anger and dissociation in addition to its application to Brainspotting therapy.
Comprehend and apply Advanced Partspotting in order to retrieve parts from flashbacks.
Explain and use Brainspotting to treat memory loss resulting from head trauma.
Saturday November 15th, 2025 - Day 3
Understand and utilize culture as part of the NEM in understanding clients.
Understand and explain how Indigenous healing practices are incorporated into the NEM.
Illustrate how and give examples of how the Uncertainty Model promotes the attuned presence of the Brainspotting practitioner.
Explain and demonstrate how attachment trauma can be healed by the eye contact spot.
Classify and apply the dosing Brainspotting process to be effective with highly dissociative clients.
Describe and give examples of how parts can be located through Gazespotting, Outside Window and Inside Window Brainspotting Frame Set Ups.
How to Obtain Non-Standard Rates / Reduced Fees
Instructions to obtain the student rate, pre-licensed rate or repeat rate:
Email John at bsptrainer@westcoastpsychotherapy.com with your specific request per the instructions below.
The student rate is only available to those who are currently enrolled in a masters or doctoral program related to mental health i.e. your degree has not been conferred. Please include the following in your request:
The name of your school indicate the type of program e.g. MSW, MS in Counseling, Ph.D in psychology etc.
Await a response with instructions on how to proceed.
The pre-independent clinical license rate is only available to those who are working under supervision to become licensed to practice independently i.e. your degree has been conferred.
Please include the following in your request:
Indicate your pre-licensure credentials e.g. AMFT, LCSWA, etc.
Your supervisor's name - e.g. supervised by Jenny Therapist, LMFT etc.
Await a response with instructions on how to proceed.
The repeat rate is available to those who have previously completed a Brainspotting Phase 5 synchronous (live) online training or in-person training. Please email bsptrainer@westcoastpsychotherapy.com with the dates of your previous Brainspotting Phase 5 training along with a copy of your completion certificate.
Requirements and Expectations to Attend the Training
If you are unable to adhere to these requirements, please do not register for the training.
100% attendance is required for each day. This means it is not acceptable to leave the training for a few hours to go attend another meeting etc, and then return to the training. If you are unable to attend 100% each day then do not register for the training. In case of an emergency, we are happy to provide a prorated refund of the registration fee less administrative fees and you can take the training in the future.
COVID-19 remains a thing so to speak, along with sociopolitical issues which have caused strain in many areas, to say the least. However, if you are not able to be fully present for whatever reason(s) please do not register for the training. This training is highly experiential and REQUIRES your full attention and presence. The inability to be fully present adversely impacts other attendees during experiential practicums. Opting out of practicums is NOT permitted.
If you become ill during the training and cannot be fully present, we are happy to provide a prorated refund. Just observing is not permitted. All aspects of the training must be completed with full participation.
By registering for this training, you agree to the requirements and expectations
Training Details
Date
November 13, 2025
to
November 15, 2025
Time
9:00 AM
to
6:00 PM
Time Zone
Eastern Time
Proficiency
Phase 5: An advanced Brainspotting training using the Neuroexperiential model as developed by David Grand, PhD
Format/Location
Hybrid Course:
In-Person Location
Astoria World Manor
25-22 Astoria Blvd Astoria, NY 11102
Online Via Zoom (Camera On)
Price
$745 - Standard
Non-standard
$645 - Pre-independent clinical licensure
$400 - Student (currently enrolled in a mental health-related master's or doctoral program)
$400 - Repeating Phase 5
Canadians: $845 CAD
For non-standard registration fees, follow the instructions outlined below.
Prerequisites
Brainspotting Phase 1 Required
Brainspotting Phase 2 Strongly Recommended
Audience, CE Credits & Course Approval
Who is this Course for?
Brainspotting practitioners who have completed Phase 1 with completion of Phase 2 strongly recommended.
Continuing Education Credits
This training is NOT eligible for CEs due to current CE standards and regulations of the APA, NASW, ASWB, NBCC that do no permit CEs for exclusive affinity spaces. Please note this is NOT a policy of Brainspotting Training, LLC or John R. Edwards, LCSW.
Course Approval
This training is approved by Brainspotting Trainings, LLC and David Grand, PhD, Founder and Developer of Brainspotting.
Travel & Accomodations Details
Accomodation
Vovo Astoria by IHG
30-17 31st St, Astoria, NY 11102
See below for additional hotel information.
Brainspotting Trainings, LLC and West Coast Psychotherapy/John R. Edwards, LCSW are not responsible for fees related to your travel, accommodations or food. Each participant is responsible for all costs related to travel, accommodations, and food. We recommend purchasing travel insurance.
West Coast Psychotherapy has secured group rates at the VOCO hotel in Astoria, Queens, NY.
The hotel is about a 10-minute walk to the venue where the training will occur. Once the group reservation link is ready, it will be sent to all those who register for in-person attendance and indicated that they will stay at the selected hotel.
Cancelation & Refund Policy
We understand situations arise. If you need to cancel, please contact us at bsptrainer@westcoastpsychotherapy.com. Please be sure that you are able to fully attend all 3 days of the training.
All cancellations received by midnight Pacific time Friday October 31st, 2025, will have their refund processed, less a $75 administrative fee, by Friday, November 7th, 2025.
All cancellations received after midnight Pacific Time Friday, October 31st, 2025, will have their refund processed, less a $75 administrative fee, after the training has concluded and by Friday, November 21st, 2025.
This training occurs on Eastern time. Ensure that you have the start time in your time zone.
NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED AS A RESULT OF PARTIAL ATTENDANCE.
PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU ARE ABLE TO ATTEND 100% ALL 3 DAYS OF THE TRAINING. MISSING ONE OR TWO HOURS IS NOT PERMITTED.
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This training is approved by Brainspotting Trainings, LLC, David Grand, PhD, Founder and Developer of Brainspotting.