MMP078 - Enlist the Power of Hope to Heal from Brain Injuries (Dr. Melanie Young)

In this episode, we continue our exploration of the application
of the Brainspotting modality.


Our guest, Dr. Melanie Young, discusses brain injuries, symptoms,
and interventions.


We are left with a sense of hope that, through collaborative
efforts provided by what we refer to as “allied providers”,
people who have experienced brain injuries can successfully heal.


Brainspotting is a modality discovered by Dr. David Grand. Please
visit www.brainspotting.com to learn more.


Here are the six mantras from this episode:


Mantra #1: Head injuries are often invisible (unable to be seen
on the scans).


Mantra #2: (If symptoms persist or get worse), don’t wait too
long to see out further information, such as neuropsychology
testing.


Mantra #3: People who have experienced brain injury need extra
support (at home, at school, at work).



Mantra #4: Watch for problematic symptoms such as withdrawal,
apathy, low mood, irritability, etc.


Mantra #5: Neuroplasticity offers hope to anyone who has suffered
from a brain injury (see Dr. Norman Doige’s The Brain that
Changes Itself).


Mantra #6: Brainspotting (and other modalities offered by “allied
practitioners” does not promise “miracles” but it does offer a
new better normal for the person who has experienced a brain
injury.


More about Dr. Melanie Young


Dr. Melanie Young is a psychotherapist in private practice is
based in Boulder, Colorado. She enjoys working with teens,
adults, seniors, and couples. Dr. Young uses an integrative
approach to working with the brain, body, and spirit. She often
utilizes Brainspotting (BSP) to assist with processing and
releasing these memories, as well as to decrease other
problematic symptoms. She is a national Brainspotting trainer and
provides individual and group consultation for
psychotherapists.
Melanie believes that each person has the capacity to heal
themselves with the support of the therapeutic relationship.


“Together, we can find strategies to help you strengthen your
internal resources and increase your resilience. I respect all
forms of diversity and approach each client with compassion,
curiosity, and openness.”


Melanie’s website: https://melanieyoungpsyd.com/