Introduction
Training to become a Brainspotting Consultant presents a unique opportunity to enhance your expertise in the theory and application of this potent therapeutic approach that harnesses the brain’s inherent healing capabilities. By completing specialized training as a Consultant in Training (CIT) in Brainspotting, individuals can qualify as official Consultants who assist fellow Brainspotting practitioners in their journey towards certification and mastery of Brainspotting practices.
Process For Becoming A Consultant
Approved Brainspotting Trainers offer Consultant-in-Training (CIT) programs at their discretion. Those interested in becoming a consultant should contact the trainer whose program they wish to pursue and apply directly with that trainer. While all CIT programs will include the Standards listed below, the format and teaching style may vary to reflect each trainer’s unique offerings.
CIT Training Standards
- Has been a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner for a minimum of 1 year
- Provide a letter of reference/recommendation from their certifying consultant (if this is not possible, the applicant will provide an explanation.)
- Has attended the most recently developed Phase 1 and Phase 2 trainings
- Has attended (live, not recorded) at least three (3) of the following four (4) trainings with David Grand (repeat trainings do not count towards the three required):
- Phase 3
- Phase 4
- Phase 5
- Masterclass
- **Intensives do not meet the advanced training Standard but are recognized for ongoing dedication to training.
Please download the complete standards and expectations for becoming an approved Brainspotting Consultant.
Renewal Information:
- Continuation (renewal) of Approval is required every 2 years.
- It is expected that every applicant for Continuation of Approval will meet or exceed the minimum standards required for initial Approval as a Brainspotting Consultant, will engage in their own ongoing training and consultation in Brainspotting, and demonstrate knowledge and practice expertise in the most current theory and practice evolutions of Brainspotting.
- Continuation of approvaal requires one successful, 60-90 minute assessment with a Brainspotting Trainer, completion of any mutually determined “Continuation of Readiness” plan, and completion of the Application for Continuation as an Approved Brainspotting Consultant
- The fee for Continuation of Approval as a Brainspotting Consultant is $50