JCAC's Blog & Podcast

Jun
26

Embracing Body Changes: A Guide for Athletes


TOPIC: How to Cope with Body Changes After Being an Athlete


POST BY: Makenna Vacek, Masters Level Clinical Intern - CLICK HERE TO SEE HER BIO


WRITTEN: June 26, 2025


WILL BE REVIEWED: June 2028



From being an athlete competing regularly, working out multiple hours a week, having some meals provided and then suddenly you are done with athletics. It can be a really big jolt from being basically a full time athlete to being free from that and having to figure out your identity but also deal with a lot of change. One of the biggest changes that my athletes come to me about sometimes is their body and exercise.


As we know, bodies change all the time as we get older and grow and go through life events. ...


Jun
26

Therapy for Outpatient Level Eating Disorders: Teens and Adults


TOPIC: How to Stop the ED Voice: Therapy That Helps with Eating Disorders


POST BY: Lyla Mills, LMSW - CLICK HERE TO SEE HER BIO


WRITTEN: June 26, 2025


WILL BE REVIEWED: June 2028



Eating disorders are complex — anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and other specified feeding or eating disorders, are extremely challenging. They can be life-threatening and have a vast amount of emotional consequences.


Eating disorders can feel like an internal war - a battle between control and chaos and the body and the mind.


Living with an “ED”, eating disorder, voice in your head is incredibly challenging... and in so many different ways. Whether it is a consistent fear of
ga...


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...


Mar
31

Healing Trauma with EMDR Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide


EMDR Explained: Treatment for Trauma That Really Works!






Counselor, Ginny Vose, shares with you a trauma treatment called EMDR and what a typical EMDR session looks like. She explains what EMDR Therapy is, and walks you through Bilateral Stimulation techniques as well as the process of "raising your window of tolerance" through treatment.




Trauma can leave deep emotional scars that affect our daily lives, relationships, and overall well-being. Fortunately, there are effective therapies like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) that offer hope and healing to those struggling with trauma. In this guide, we explore how EMDR works, its benefits, and why it's becoming a preferred cho...


Sep
30

The Alarming Rise of Teen Depression and Suicide | JCACounseling Podcast Short


In this short episode, licensed counselors Erica Gregory and Mandi Allison discuss the growing mental health crisis among teens, highlighting the alarming rise in suicide rates. They explore how prolonged emotional pain can lead to a desire for escape and how social media intensifies anxiety and feelings of isolation. Learn how to recognize the warning signs and better support the teens in your life.


Click below to watch this short episode!


To watch the full podcast episode, click here: Full Podcast Episode



Why Is Teen Depression & Suicide Increasing? | JCACounseling Podcast Short











Prolonged Emotional Pain and the Desire to Escape:
The discussion began by addressing how prolonged emotional pa...


Sep
23

Fostering Safe Communities: Addressing School Violence & Suicide - JCACounseling Podcast (LIVE)


Join us for a critical community conversation in response to recent tragedies in Sugar Hill and Winder, GA, including a suicide by cop and a school shooting. Suicide and school violence are preventable, and it's vital to know how to take action. In this live podcast, we'll discuss how to proactively address mental health crises and keep our community safe.






Topics include:



  1. Suicide prevention strategies

  2. Supporting teens and children through anxiety and fear

  3. Preventing school violence

  4. Recognizing warning signs and talking about suicide and violence with loved ones


Led by licensed mental health counselors Erica Gregory, LMFT, and Mandi Allison, LCMHC, and hosted by JCACounseling and Clear Path Counsel...


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.


Coupl...


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...