I could trace the thought patterns, explain the anxiety, identify every cognitive distortion — and it was still there, tightening in my chest. That gap between understanding something and actually feeling different in your body is exactly what somatic therapy is about.

Brainspotting and EMDR both go deeper than talk therapy — but they're not the same. Here's what makes each approach distinct, who each works best for, and how to think about which might be right for you.