JCAC's Blog & Podcast

Jun
26

Healing From Trauma: Finding Safety, Strength, and Self Again


TOPIC: Healing After Trauma: A Path to Safety, Resilience, and Self-Discovery


POST BY: Lindsey Wheeler, LPC, CPCS - CLICK HERE TO SEE HER BIO


WRITTEN: June 26, 2025


WILL BE REVIEWED: June 2028



If you're reading this, chances are you're carrying something heavy. Maybe it's a memory that won't fade, a sense of danger that never seems to leave, or a deep exhaustion from holding everything together for too long. You might look like you're functioning to the outside world—successful, capable, resilient—but on the inside, there’s a lingering ache, a fracture you can’t quite name. Trauma is often invisible. But its impact? That’s very, very real.


As a trauma therapist who ...


Jun
26

EMDR: Rewiring the Brain for Emotional Freedom


TOPIC: EMDR Explained: The Science of Emotional Healing and Brain Rewiring


POST BY: Lindsey Wheeler, LPC, CPCS - CLICK HERE TO SEE HER BIO


WRITTEN: June 26, 2025


WILL BE REVIEWED: June 2028



If you’ve ever felt like you're trapped in a loop of painful memories, reactions that feel too big for the moment, or emotions that seem to control your life—you're not alone. For many people, trauma doesn't just live in the past. It gets stored in the body, in the brain, and the nervous system. And while talk therapy can help bring awareness, sometimes it feels like insight alone isn’t enough. That’s where EMDR therapy can offer profound healing.


EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization ...


May
19

Is EMDR Therapy Effective for Healing PTSD? Here's What You Should Know



Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects millions of people each year—many of whom silently struggle with flashbacks, nightmares, emotional numbness, and anxiety that makes everyday life feel overwhelming. If you're exploring ways to heal from trauma, EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) may have come up in your search.


But what is EMDR therapy really? And is EMDR effective for treating PTSD and trauma-related disorders?


In this post, we'll explain what EMDR therapy is, how it works, who it helps, and why it's one of the most talked-about trauma therapies today. Whether you're a trauma survivor, a family member, or a mental health professional, here’s w...


Sep
18

Navigating Grief and Loneliness in Relationships | JCACounseling Podcast Short


In this insightful JCACounseling Podcast Short, therapists Rachel and Erica explore the impact of grief on relationships, particularly how it can lead to feelings of loneliness and strain a marriage. They provide valuable insights into the emotional challenges couples face when dealing with loss and offer practical advice for maintaining connection during these difficult times.



Grief and Loneliness: How Grief Can Impact Your Marriage | JCACounseling Podcast Short






Grief & Loneliness: Rachel and Erica begin by discussing how grief can create profound feelings of loneliness. They delve into the emotional isolation that often accompanies loss and its effects on individuals and relationships.


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Sep
16

Unpacking Loss and Trauma: Rachel and Erica's Insights | JCACounseling Podcast Short


In this enlightening JCACounseling Podcast Short, therapists Rachel and Erica delve into the complex relationship between loss and trauma. They explore how individuals experience loss differently and provide clarity on the transition from loss to grief, as well as the nuanced differences within grief.



Is All Loss Trauma? | JCACounseling Podcast Short






Feeling Loss Differently: Rachel and Erica discuss how people perceive and react to loss in varied ways. This segment highlights the subjective nature of loss and the importance of understanding individual experiences.


Loss to Grief: The therapists examine the process of moving from the initial experience of loss to the deeper emotional journey of...


Sep
13

Moving Forward: Navigating Loss with Acceptance and Meaning | JCACounseling Podcast Short


In this insightful JCACounseling Podcast Short, therapists Rachel and Erica guide you through a profound journey of healing after loss, focusing on the crucial role of acceptance in navigating grief. Using the principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), they explore how acceptance can empower individuals to find purpose amidst their pain.



Finding Acceptance & Meaning: Healing After Loss | JCACounseling Podcast Short






The Role of Acceptance: Rachel and Erica begin by discussing the importance of acceptance in the grieving process. They emphasize how embracing this aspect can facilitate emotional healing and resilience.


DBT Power of Acceptance: The episode delves into Dialectical Behavior T...


Sep
11

Understanding Grief: Navigating the 6 Stages | JCACounseling Podcast Short


In this JCACounseling Podcast Short, our counselors break down the many facets of grief, guiding you through the traditional 5 stages and introducing a potential 6th stage. We explore how understanding these stages can empower you to navigate the complex emotions of loss.



Explained: The Many Facets of Grief & the 5 Stages of Grief + A 6th! | JCACounseling Podcast Short






Defining Grief & Ways of Experience: Grief is a profound emotional response to loss. This segment explores the nature of grief and how individuals experience it in various ways, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of its impact.


Unpacking the Five Stages of Grief: We discuss the widely recognized five stages of grief, ...


Sep
09

Empowering Perspectives: Navigating Grief with Purpose | JCACounseling Podcast


In a recent episode of the JCAC podcast, Erica is joined by grief expert Rachel, an Associate Professional Counselor, to discuss the complexities of coping with loss and the five stages of grief.



Understanding Grief: The Five Stages and Finding Meaning | JCACounseling Podcast





Understanding the Five Stages of Grief: Rachel delves into each stage—denial, anger, depression, bargaining, and acceptance—highlighting how individuals experience them differently.


Triggers and Neuroplasticity: The episode further explores real-life grief triggers and the role of neuroplasticity in recovery, offering practical tips for navigating tough times.


Finding Meaning and Support: Rachel emphasizes the...


Jan
05

NEW YEARS GRIEF By: Caylin Broome, LCSW


For many people, the close of the calendar year is a time of deep reflection. As one year winds down and a new one looms on the horizon, most of us find ourselves considering the events of the last 12 months, and speculating about what the future may bring. Our social media feeds may be full of year-end reflection posts, other people’s highlight reels of their accomplishments and milestones hit in 2021, as well as their bold and optimistic resolutions and declarations for the coming year. For grievers, however, this socially sanctioned proof of the passage of time can be complicated. If you’ve lost someone close to you (or experienced another life-altering change, like a divorce ...


Jan
05

NEW YEARS GRIEF By: Caylin Broome, LCSW


For many people, the close of the calendar year is a time of deep reflection. As one year winds down and a new one looms on the horizon, most of us find ourselves considering the events of the last 12 months, and speculating about what the future may bring. Our social media feeds may be full of year-end reflection posts, other people’s highlight reels of their accomplishments and milestones hit in 2021, as well as their bold and optimistic resolutions and declarations for the coming year. For grievers, however, this socially sanctioned proof of the passage of time can be complicated. If you’ve lost someone close to you (or experienced another life-altering change, like a divorce ...