San Jose Brainspotting Therapy For Kids and Teens

Brainspotting Therapy for Kids

You want to help you child

As a parent, you want the best for your child. You try to be patient, loving, and supportive, even when days are long and the challenges feel endless.

You’ve read the books, sought advice, and adjusted your approach in countless ways to meet your child’s needs. You’ve worked tirelessly to create a safe, nurturing environment where they can grow and thrive. But challenges can arise that leave you feeling unsure of how to help.

Your child is anxious, irritable, or withdrawn.

They struggle with overwhelming emotions, difficulty concentrating, and recurring fears that seem to come out of nowhere. Outbursts and meltdowns are common, leaving both of you feeling frustrated and helpless.

Home Life and School Area a Constant Battle

At home, bedtime feels like a nightly battle, and school mornings start with tears and resistance. Teachers have expressed concerns about focus, social interactions, or emotional regulation. Your child is carrying unspoken stress, working through difficult transitions, or trying to process events that feel too big to handle.

In the Bay Area’s fast-paced world, families face unique pressures, from balancing demanding schedules to navigating a competitive academic environment. Your child’s struggles are magnified amidst these challenges, leaving you searching for solutions to truly help them thrive—not just on the surface, but deep down where it matters most.



Meet Hannah a Brainspotting Child Therapist in San Jose

Hi, I’m Hannah Ly, and I specialize in helping overwhelmed, busy, and stressed-out parents in the Bay Area who are figuring out their challenges with their kids.

I work directly with children using Brainspotting, a focused and effective approach that helps kids process and release the stress, fears, and emotions that often drive the challenges you’re seeing at home.

Brainspotting helps your child work through what’s bothering them in a way that feels safe and natural—even if they have a hard time putting their feelings into words.

This process creates real, practical changes. Brainspotting can help your child feel calmer, more focused, and better able to manage big emotions.

Get Started with Brainspotting Therapy Today! Schedule an Appointment!

Picture your child feeling secure and happy, tackling their day with excitement instead of fear. Think about what it would be like to have calm, peaceful evenings without constant tension or meltdowns. Envision a family dynamic where everyone feels more connected, more at ease, and free to simply enjoy being together.

This isn’t just a dream—it’s possible for your family.

Brainspotting is a powerful tool that can help your child heal and thrive.

Take the first step today. Schedule an appointment with me, and let’s work together to create the peaceful, connected family life you’ve been working so hard to achieve. You don’t have to do this alone. I’m here to help bring hope and healing to your family through Brainspotting.

About Brainspotting Therapy

What is Brainspotting Therapy?

Brainspotting is a therapeutic approach that helps children process and overcome challenges like anxiety and trauma. It involves guiding a child's gaze to specific points, which can unlock and release deep-seated emotions and memories.

This method taps into the natural connection between the brain and body, allowing children to address difficult feelings in a safe and supportive environment.

How Can Brainspotting Help My Child?

For children dealing with anxiety or trauma, emotions can become overwhelming and hard to manage. Brainspotting offers a way to access and process these feelings without the need for extensive talking, which can be especially beneficial for kids who struggle to express themselves verbally.

Through Brainspotting, children can experience:

  • Reduced Anxiety: By addressing the root causes of their fears, children often find relief from constant worry and nervousness.

  • Healing from Trauma: This approach allows children to process traumatic experiences gently, leading to emotional healing and resilience.

  • Improved Emotional Regulation: Children learn to manage big emotions more effectively, resulting in fewer outbursts and a calmer demeanor.

  • Enhanced Focus and Behavior: As underlying issues are resolved, improvements in concentration and behavior at home and school are often observed.

Brainspotting is adaptable and can be integrated with other therapeutic methods to provide comprehensive support tailored to your child's unique needs.

Areas of Specialization with Brainspotting

  • Children who have experienced trauma often carry those memories and feelings deep inside, which can show up as fear, avoidance, or difficulty trusting others. Brainspotting helps gently release these emotions, allowing kids to process their experiences in a safe and supportive way, so they can move forward feeling more secure and at peace.

  • Struggles with school, whether due to pressure, fear of failure, or social stress, can overwhelm children. Brainspotting helps uncover and address the underlying worries and fears, helping kids regain confidence, focus, and a sense of calm in their academic environment.

  • Big feelings like anger, frustration, or sadness can overwhelm kids, leading to outbursts or meltdowns. Brainspotting helps kids connect with and process these emotions, giving them a way to release the intensity and develop better emotional balance.

  • When kids face loss—whether it’s a loved one, a pet, or a major life change—they may struggle to make sense of their feelings. Brainspotting provides a safe space for them to explore and process their grief, helping them find comfort and healing in their own time.

  • For children who feel constantly worried, nervous, or overwhelmed, Brainspotting helps access the root of their anxiety and gently work through it. This can lead to a calmer, more confident child who feels better equipped to face their day-to-day life.