Episode #30: Brainspotting Basics: Attunement, Eye Gaze, and Accessing What’s Stuck with Miranda Campbell, LCSW

Earn Continuing Education Credits (CEs): By listening to this episode, you can earn CEs if you join the Affirm Academy! To learn more and register, visit affirmmentalhealth.com, and click on the "Join the Affirm Academy" button. SIGN IN: Affirm Academy Members: Log in to get your CEs! If you're already a member, you can log in to your account https://shaina-siber-sanderowitz.mykajabi.com/login to take your post-test/evaluation and get your certificate within minutes. SIGN UP: Become a member here: https://affirmmentalhealth.com/become-a-member/ Course Information: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGmjIs2ImM/7U8a9oywAdlYlnAKgHmOFg/edit?utm_content=DAGmjIs2ImM&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton Episode Summary: In this episode, you’ll get a clear, beginner-friendly introduction to Brainspotting—a powerful brain-body therapy that helps clients process trauma stored deep in the nervous system. You’ll hear a thorough overview of Brainspotting's theoretical framework, including the neurobiological mechanisms behind it, the concepts of the Inside Window and Outside Window, and the principle of dual attunement. Miranda Campbell, LCSW, MSM joins the conversation to share how she’s begun integrating Brainspotting into her clinical work. Miranda brings a relational, attachment-focused lens to her practice and offers honest reflections on what it looks like to begin using Brainspotting in real-world sessions. Whether you're brand new to Brainspotting or looking for ways to deepen your use of somatic interventions, this episode offers both foundational context and thoughtful clinical insights. --- About Our Guest: Miranda Campbell, LCSW, MSM, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in attachment trauma, relationship healing, and Brainspotting. As the co-author of Attachment Style Makeover (a bestseller on Amazon), she helps individuals break generational cycles, set boundaries, and build secure connections. Through her practice, Miranda has worked with diverse clients to heal relational wounds and unlearn unhealthy patterns. Her approach blends neuroscience, attachment theory, and practical tools to empower people to move from survival mode to thriving relationships. --- Connect with Miranda Campbell: Website: https://www.therapistmirandacampbell.com/ Location: Atlanta, GA (Telehealth available in Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina) --- Resources Mentioned: Miranda’s Book: Attachment Style Makeover on Amazon: https://a.co/d/1PAXXwA Official Brainspotting Trainings: https://brainspotting.com/get-trained/brainspotting-phase-1/ --- Conflict of Interest Disclosure: The host, Shaina Siber-Sanderowitz, LCSW, is the Founder of Affirm Mental Health, an accredited CE provider. She receives financial compensation from Affirm Mental Health for the development and delivery of continuing education content. There are no other conflicts of interest to disclose. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for clinical training or treatment. If you or someone you know needs mental health support, please reach out to a licensed professional. --- Don't Forget to Subscribe: If you love this episode, be sure to follow The Affirming Minds Podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts. Share it on your socials and help us grow the community of engaged, empowered, and educated mental health professionals. Join the Conversation: What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear your thoughts! Tag us on social media with your biggest takeaways! Find Us Here: https://www.affirmmentalhealth.com Instagram: @affirmmentalhealth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AFFIRMMentalHealth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556924200735 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaina-siber-sanderowitz-905089249/ TikTok: @affirm_mental_health