What Does Case Conceptualization Mean, Really?
In online EMDR Therapy networking groups, people often post the question, “What EMDR protocol should I use for [insert population or condition]?” I am that
December 5, 2024
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Category: Dissociation & Addiction
Experiences with EMDR as a survivor of ritual abuse
I did not start EMDR as a survivor of RAMCOA (ritual abuse, mind control and organised abuse). Rather, EMDR was an intervention that facilitated the
December 3, 2024
Out From Hiding
(CONTENT WARNING: This contains personal recollections of childhood sexual abuse, fat shaming, and eating disorders.) A few years ago, I decided it was time for
November 25, 2024
A Lullaby for Jason
I’ve written several pieces inspired by my friend Jason Fair on this blog. You can check out Merry Christmas, Jason, published just two weeks after
September 23, 2024
EMDR Therapists with Lived Experience of Dissociation and/or Plurality Speak
One of the reasons that I/we decided to come out in the EMDR community as a person with a dissociative system (having been formally diagnosed
August 21, 2024
Imaginary Friends
When we are called imaginary, we reappear. When we are called real, we disappear. When no one arrives, we appear. When no one calls, a
August 8, 2024
Freedom is What You Do With What Has Been Done To You
As I share this reflection with the world on my twenty-second sobriety birthday, I recognize that many folks in the trauma recovery movement may take
July 8, 2024
Lived Experience as a Therapist with Dissociative Identities
As someone with dissociative identities, I have found trying to access support and gain understanding about myself a real challenge. The word dissociation was used
June 24, 2024
The Capacity to Be Honest
Dr. Jamie Marich explores their journey through addiction recovery and trauma treatment, emphasizing the transformative power of honesty in confronting societal stigmas, challenging clinical norms, and advocating for authenticity and inclusivity in trauma care.
February 29, 2024