by Jaime Cara | May 8, 2025 | Trauma, Uncategorized
The trauma recovery journey is highly individualistic, and complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) recovery tends to be more nuanced and complicated than single-episode PTSD resolution. While you won’t forget or “get over” what happened to...
by Jaime Cara | Feb 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
Although much has been said and written about eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), there’s far less discussion about the alternatives to EMDR. It’s true that EMDR can be highly effective and may heal past trauma at a faster rate than more...
by Jaime Cara | Feb 4, 2025 | Shame, Uncategorized
The relationship between shame and the fear of getting into trouble is deeply complex and can be difficult to work through. If you resonate with having shame, you may hold onto an underlying belief that something is profoundly wrong with you. Furthermore, the idea of...
by Jaime Cara | Jun 20, 2022 | Therapy, Uncategorized
Change is difficult for everyone. Even when it’s supposed to be a positive outcome, things like anxiety and stress may leave a lasting impression as you navigate a life transition. But feeling overwhelmed by the unexpected (or the expected) is normal. And you don’t...
by Jaime Cara | Feb 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
EMDR therapy stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a psychotherapy method. It uses two-sided stimulation to help people overcome emotional distress linked to PTSD and other mental health struggles. EMDR therapy is based on several...
by Jaime Cara | Nov 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
A large body of research has confirmed the benefits of mindfulness practice in treating stress, anxiety, depression, and pain. However, there is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to mindfulness exercise. Before you decide whether practicing mindfulness is...
