A process and automated computer process implemented system are provided to transform therapy and intercranial processes as an aid in therapeutically treating incidents of stress-related disorders such as PTSD or other aspects. Effects may be indicated and assessed by determining a level of concentrated emotional presentness and/or a level of emotional intensity or the like. Various embodiments can provide guidance to both subjects and counselors and can automatically indicate progress or optimal therapies to be used so that a subject, perhaps including but not limited to combat veterans and others who have experienced or been subjected to a stressful situation perhaps characterized by a fight or flight basal reaction. Through the system, subjects can be encouraged to obtain and continue treatment and may more rapidly progress with treatment by being aware of a level of emotional presentness and/or emotional intensity that are incidents of intense stress-related experiences.