EPISODE · Sep 18, 2025 · 25 MIN
Beyond Talk Therapy: Healing with Brainspotting and EMDR w/ Kristen Humiston
from Motherhood Alliance Podcast · host Motherhood Alliance
Talk therapy is great—but sometimes we need to go deeper. In this episode, Kristen Humiston introduces us to Brainspotting and EMDR, two powerful tools for healing that get to the root of trauma in ways words can’t. In this episode, we discuss:How brainspotting worksEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) The differences between the two therapiesUsing these therapies for:Trauma experiences (car accidents)Trigger-based responses (panic attacks)Anticipatory events (public speaking)Future life transitions (retirement / empty nesting)Traumatic experiences that need confidentiality (FBI agents)Kids & animals This episode is part of a 4-part series with Kristen Humiston, owner of Courageous Healing Therapy based out of Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!Part 1: Little Shifts, Big Impact: Mental Health for MomsPart 2: How to Break Generational Patterns & Build Self-Compassion in ParentingPart 3: Overstimulated & Overwhelmed: Highly Sensitive PeoplePart 4: Beyond Talk Therapy: Healing with Brainspotting and EMDR Connect with Kristen:🔗 Kristen's Motherhood Alliance profile🔗 Website🔗 Facebook🔗 Instagram About the Motherhood AllianceThe Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
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Talk therapy is great—but sometimes we need to go deeper. In this episode, Kristen Humiston introduces us to Brainspotting and EMDR, two powerful tools for healing that get to the root of trauma in ways words can’t. In this episode, we discuss:How brainspotting worksEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) The differences between the two therapiesUsing these therapies for:Trauma experiences (car accidents)Trigger-based responses (panic attacks)Anticipatory events (public speaking)Future life transitions (retirement / empty nesting)Traumatic experiences that need confidentiality (FBI agents)Kids & animals This episode is part of a 4-part series with Kristen Humiston, owner of Courageous Healing Therapy based out of Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!Part 1: Little Shifts, Big Impact: Mental Health for MomsPart 2: How to Break Generational Patterns & Build Self-Compassion in ParentingPart 3: Overstimulated & Overwhelmed: Highly Sensitive PeoplePart 4: Beyond Talk Therapy: Healing with Brainspotting and EMDR Connect with Kristen:🔗 Kristen's Motherhood Alliance profile🔗 Website🔗 Facebook🔗 Instagram About the Motherhood AllianceThe Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
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