Understanding Trauma, The Brain, and Healing Through EMDR & CBT - Brief compassionate exercise at the end

In this heartfelt episode, Jaime explores one of the most painful and often overlooked parts of trauma: the lingering burden of shame and self-blame. Many survivors — whether from childhood abuse, domestic violence, or other traumatic events — carry the false belief that they were responsible for what happened to them. These thoughts often stem from manipulation by abusers, societal stigma, or the brain’s own attempt to make sense of the pain.🧠 Jaime breaks down:Why survivors often blame themselves — even when they "know better"How fight, flight, and freeze responses are survival, not weaknessThe damaging myths around trauma and responsibilityWhy compassion, not judgment, is the true key to healing💗 The episode closes with a gentle, guided self-compassion meditation — offering listeners a moment of calm, grounding, and the chance to begin speaking to themselves with kindness.You are not to blame. You are not broken.You are surviving — and you deserve your own care, just as much as anyone else.📝 Questions or feedback? Do not forget to leave a comment if you wish to ask aquestion or make a request.You can always drop me an email to ⁠⁠[email protected],⁠⁠if you want to have a question.If you need to book therapy with one of our experts #onlinetherapy.https://online-cbt.com/online-therapy-bookings-cbt-emdr/Please follow or like the podcast if you wish, and share itwith others.Hope you enjoy!Jaime (CBT and EMDR therapist)PS: our service is not an emergency services and emails arenot always monitored. Please contact your local mental health team if you needurgent help.#HealingJourney #CompassionFirst #MentalWellbeing

In this powerful episode, Jaime (CBT & EMDR Therapist) breaks down what trauma really is, how it affects the brain, and how healing is possible through trauma-informed therapy.Whether you’re dealing with PTSD, childhood trauma, or daily emotional overload, this episode will help you understand:The neuroscience behind trauma (amygdala, hippocampus, survival brain)PTSD symptoms like flashbacks, numbness, and hypervigilanceThe “stress bucket” analogy and emotional overwhelmWhy freezing during trauma is normal (and NOT your fault)Grounding & visualization exercises to feel calmer today🎧 Includes a short guided mindfulness and grounding practiceDo not forget to leave a comment if you wish to ask aquestion or make a request.You can always drop me an email to ⁠⁠[email protected],⁠⁠if you want to have a question.If you need to book therapy with one of our experts #onlinetherapy.https://online-cbt.com/online-therapy-bookings-cbt-emdr/Please follow or like the podcast if you wish, and share itwith others.Hope you enjoy!Jaime (CBT and EMDR therapist)PS: our service is not an emergency services and emails arenot always monitored. Please contact your local mental health team if you needurgent help.#CBT #EMDR #PTSD #MentalHealthPodcast #TraumaRecovery #MindBodyHealing #NeurobiologyOfTrauma #Grounding #TherapyTools #HealingJourney #TraumaExplained

In this episode, Jaime returns to the mic to clear up some common myths and misconceptions around Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). From the idea that CBT is “just worksheets” to the belief it doesn’t help with trauma or long-term issues — we set the record straight.✅ What CBT actually is (and isn’t)🌪 Why it does include somatic (body-based) awareness🕰 How CBT can be both short-term or long-form📋 The difference between CBT techniques vs. real therapeutic engagement💗 Plus: A powerful guided compassion imagery exercise you can try today!Do not forget to leave a comment if you wish to ask aquestion or make a request.You can always drop me an email to ⁠⁠[email protected],⁠⁠if you want to have a question.If you need to book therapy with one of our experts #onlinetherapy.https://online-cbt.com/online-therapy-bookings-cbt-emdr/Please follow or like the podcast if you wish, and share itwith others.Hope you enjoy!Jaime (CBT and EMDR therapist)PS: our service is not an emergency services and emails arenot always monitored. Please contact your local mental health team if you need urgent help.#MentalHealthAwareness #CBT #TraumaTherapy #CognitiveBehaviouralTherapy #TherapistTalks #AnxietySupport #SelfCompassion #MindBodyConnection #PodcastEpisode #HealingJourney #MentalWellness #CompassionFocusedTherapy #MisconceptionsInTherapy #TherapyIsForEveryone #EMDNVT #CBTExplained 💬🧘‍♀️✨

Trauma can cast a long shadow, but intensive therapy offers a way to step into the light and reclaim your life. Combining the transformative power of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) with the practicality of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), this approach creates a dynamic path to healing that is both comprehensive and empowering.At the heart of EMDR is a remarkable technique that uses bilateral stimulation—like guided eye movements—to gently and effectively process distressing memories. It helps rewire the brain’s response to trauma, allowing you to release the hold that past experiences may have on your present. The result? A clearer, more peaceful mind, free from the weight of unresolved pain.On the other hand, CBT steps in as the ultimate toolkit for building resilience and emotional strength. By identifying negative thought patterns and replacing them with healthier, more constructive ways of thinking, CBT equips you to manage anxiety, depression, and other challenges that can accompany trauma. It’s a therapy that doesn’t just heal—it empowers, giving you the skills to navigate life’s complexities with confidence and clarity.When used together, EMDR and CBT complement each other beautifully. While EMDR focuses on resolving deep-rooted emotional scars, CBT provides the practical strategies needed to cope, thrive, and rebuild. Intensive therapy condenses this powerful combination into a focused timeframe, offering faster relief and profound transformation. It’s a journey of self-discovery, growth, and renewed strength—a chance to turn the page and start a new chapter.Join me on this empowering journey as we unravel the complexities of traumaand provide insights, resources, and hope for those seeking healing and transformation.You can always drop me an email to ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ if you want to have a request or visit my website by clicking thehashtag ⁠⁠#onlinetherapy⁠⁠Please follow me or like the podcast if you wish, and shareit with others.Hope you enjoy!Jaime (CBT and EMDR therapist) #UnderstandingTrauma #HealingJourney #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheSilence #SeekingSupport #TraumaInformedCare #Empowerment #FindingHope ⁠#WellbeingandMentalHealthforOrganisations ⁠⁠#TraumaticEventSupportforOrganisation⁠⁠#CrisisandTraumaticEpisodeforOrganisations⁠⁠#industrialtraumasupport⁠ ⁠#staffwellbeingservices⁠ ⁠#onlinementalhealthsupportforemployeesImage by pikisuperstar - FreePik.com

Ever find yourself replaying the same moment over and over, wondering why you can’t just let it go? You’re not alone. Sometimes, the past feels like it’s got a grip on you, making it hard to focus on anything else. But here’s the thing—healing doesn’t mean forgetting. It means understanding, processing, and giving yourself the kindness you’d offer a friend.This podcast is a space to slow down, take a breath, and gently untangle the thoughts that keep you stuck. No pressure, no judgment—just real conversations about why we overthink, how it affects our wellbeing, and what we can do to move forward. Think of it as a chat over a cuppa ☕, where we unpack the stuff that’s been weighing on your mind and find ways to lighten the load.You don’t have to keep carrying yesterday on your shoulders. Let’s work through it together. 💙 #OverthinkingThePast #MindfulHealing #YouAreNotAlone

This Episode is the second on the series. It explores the lasting impact of traumatic events on mental health and well-being. Very briefly we discover the automatic coping responses our minds and bodies have developed over thousands of years: fighting, fleeing, freezing, submitting, and dissociating. Gain insight into the brain's intricate processing of trauma through the thalamus, amygdala, and hippocampus. The thalamus acts as a gatekeeper, assessing information for threats and signalling the amygdala. The amygdala, the brain's alarm centre, releases stress hormones to prepare the body for action. The hippocampus, like a filing clerk, compares traumatic memories to determine the level of threat. Understand how trauma memories are stored differently, causing confusion and strong emotions. Experience how triggering a traumatic memory activates the amygdala, leading to the release of stress hormones and feelings of terror or numbness. Join us on this transformative journey as we delve into the complexities of trauma and its effects on our minds and bodies. Hope you enjoy! Jaime (CBT and EMDR therapist) You can always drop me an email to ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ if you want to have a request or visit my website by clicking the hashtag ⁠⁠#onlinetherapy⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#onlinetherapist⁠⁠⁠ #UnderstandingTrauma #HealingJourney #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheSilence #SeekingSupport #TraumaInformedCare #Empowerment #FindingHope ⁠#WellbeingandMentalHealthforOrganisations ⁠⁠#TraumaticEventSupportforOrganisation⁠⁠#CrisisandTraumaticEpisodeforOrganisations⁠⁠#industrialtraumasupport⁠ ⁠#staffwellbeingservices⁠ ⁠#onlinementalhealthsupportforemployees⁠ #TraumaEffects #MindBodyConnection #BrainProcessing #CopingMechanisms #EmotionalWellBeing freepik.com - image

Welcome to "Unveiling Trauma: Understanding and Healing," a podcast episode that gives a brief view into the complex world of trauma and its profound impact on individuals. In each episode, we explore the various facets of trauma, from its definition to its effects on mental health and relationships. Through insightful discussions and personal stories, we shed light on the often-overlooked experiences of those who have endured trauma. In the first part of our series, we examine how trauma manifests in individuals' lives, even if they may not initially recognize it as such. We explore the wide range of traumatic events, from one-time incidents to prolonged periods of abuse, known as complex trauma. We delve into the lasting effects trauma can have on one's trust, emotions, and perception of reality. Moreover, we address the connection between trauma and mental health disorders such as PTSD and the significance of seeking support. Join me on this empowering journey as we unravel the complexities of trauma and provide insights, resources, and hope for those seeking healing and transformation. You can always drop me an email to ⁠[email protected]⁠ if you want to have a request or visit my website by clicking the hashtag ⁠#onlinetherapy⁠ Please follow me or like the podcast if you wish, and share it with others. Hope you enjoy! Jaime (CBT and EMDR therapist)   #UnderstandingTrauma #HealingJourney #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheSilence #SeekingSupport #TraumaInformedCare #Empowerment #FindingHope #WellbeingandMentalHealthforOrganisations #TraumaticEventSupportforOrganisation#CrisisandTraumaticEpisodeforOrganisations#industrialtraumasupport #staffwellbeingservices #onlinementalhealthsupportforemployees Image by syarifahbrit - FreePik.com

There have been more discussions about ADHD, and some people has contacted me about further information. Not knowing enough, decided to invite a professional, Ryan W., who works in a Child and Young People Services, and is a nurse prescriber and assessor of ADHD. In an informal way, we will have a discussion on ADHD and elements such as possible causes, what looks like in adults and children, and how may be assessed. We explore some recent documentaries on ADHD private clinics and look at what is Ryan’s view on this. As I say in the episode, I am not expert on ADHD and therapies for it, and I am learning as much as you will. We try not to be too technical, and use little jargon, sometimes hard to do so. If you need some clarification, please drop me an email to [email protected] . This podcast is informational, and we advise you to seek support through a professional that is registered with a governing body (NMC, GMC, HCPC), and visit your general practitioner to enquiry about private referrals if you wish. Please follow me or like the podcast if you wish, and share it with others. Hope you enjoy! Jaime (CBT and EMDR therapist) You can always drop me an email to ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ if you want to have a request or visit my website by clicking the hashtag ⁠⁠#onlinetherapy⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#onlinetherapist⁠⁠⁠ #adhd #adultadhd #adhdinformation #adhdtreatment #adhdassessment #mentalhealthpodcast #wellbeing #adhdatwork

Thank you for all of you who have listened so far to this Series. Hope it has been helpful. Some of you have answered their team/leaders are not supportive of mental health, so decided to put a brief episode on what managers can do to support staff. Sometimes it is difficult to overcome difficulties, as there may be team dynamics, institutions cultures and other elements playing a part on the support and interactions between employees, managers and institutions. Hope these series have been helpful. You can always drop me an email to ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ if you want to have a request or visit my website by clicking the hashtag ⁠⁠#onlinetherapy⁠⁠ Hope you enjoy. Remember to follow the podcast and share it if you like it! Jaime Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://Online-cbt.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#smallbusinesswellbeing⁠⁠ ⁠#workstress⁠   ⁠#copingwithworkstress⁠  ⁠⁠#wellbeingatwork⁠⁠ #employeesrights ⁠#WellbeingandMentalHealthforOrganisations⁠⁠#TraumaticEventSupportforOrganisation⁠⁠#CrisisandTraumaticEpisodeforOrganisations⁠⁠#industrialtraumasupport⁠ ⁠#staffwellbeingservices⁠ ⁠#onlinementalhealthsupportforemployees⁠

Welcome to the Second episode of the #WorkPlaceWellbeing and #ManagingStressAtWork series. Today is episode 3 and we look at some practical ways to keep be able to disconnect from work, both while taking the time for you during working days and to be mindful of the present. We will go through the leaving work behind visualisation. Change happens slowly, practicing when not needed is the key. I recorded a very brief, not planned video for today, explaining 2 things in a very short period of time. Hope you enjoy it as well! https://vimeo.com/826883094 You can always drop me an email to ⁠[email protected]⁠ if you want to have a request or visit my website by clicking the hashtag ⁠#onlinetherapy⁠ Hope you enjoy. Remember to follow the podcast and share it if you like it! Jaime Website: ⁠⁠https://Online-cbt.com⁠⁠ ⁠#smallbusinesswellbeing⁠ #workstress  #copingwithworkstress ⁠#wellbeingatwork⁠ #WellbeingandMentalHealthforOrganisations#TraumaticEventSupportforOrganisation#CrisisandTraumaticEpisodeforOrganisations#industrialtraumasupport #staffwellbeingservices #onlinementalhealthsupportforemployees