A Mental Health and Wellbeing Podcast - CBT | EMDR and beyond

Welcome back to The Online Therapy Clinic. I’m Jaime — CBT & ERP therapist, Clinical Supervisor, Meta Supervisor, and EMDR practitioner. In this video, we’re diving into one of the most common questions people ask in therapy:👉 “Where did my OCD come from?”👉 “Why do I have it?”🧠 These questions are valid — and they come from a place of wanting clarity. But after years of working with individuals affected by OCD and supervising therapists delivering evidence-based treatments, I can tell you: there’s rarely a single, clear-cut answer.OCD often emerges from a complex mix of factors — genetics, personality traits, upbringing, environmental stressors, and learned behaviours. But here’s the key insight: understanding why you have OCD doesn’t necessarily help you recover from it.💬 In therapy, we shift the focus from “Why me?” to “What now?”✨ How can I live fully with OCD?✨ How can I move forward, aligned with my values?This video — and the entire series — is here to help you do just that. Drawing from years of clinical experience, I’ll guide you through practical, evidence-based strategies to break free from OCD and start living the life you want.🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe to support the channel and help others find this content. Your engagement helps the algorithm share these resources with more people who need them.👇 Start your journey today. Watch now.#OCDRecovery #OnlineTherapy #MentalHealthAwareness #CBTTherapy #ERP #EMDR #OCDHelp #PureO #MentalHealthMatters #TherapistOnline #TheOnlineTherapyClinic #JaimeTherapist #OCDSupport #BreakTheStigma #WhatNow #LiveWithOCD📢 Please subscribe, leave a comment, share the video!🔗 You can also find us on:

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Welcome to The Online Therapy Clinic OCD Support That WorksHi, I’m Jaime — CBT & ERP therapist, Clinical & Meta Supervisor, and EMDR practitioner. I specialise in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and related challenges. After years in the NHS and private practice, I saw how hard it can be to access the right support — and that’s why I created The Online Therapy Clinic.💡 In this video, we’ll explore how OCD shows up in many forms — from contamination fears and intrusive thoughts to checking, symmetry, and Pure O. But no matter the subtype, evidence-based therapy principles can help you move toward recovery.🧠 Why These Videos ExistThis series is designed to make therapy more accessible, relatable, and actionable. You don’t need to watch in order — just start with what resonates. Whether you're newly diagnosed or deep in your recovery journey, there's something here for you.📚 Recommended ResourceFor deeper insight, I recommend Overcoming Obsessive Compulsive Disorder by David Veale & Rob Wilson — a brilliant companion to the strategies I share here.https://www.waterstones.com/book/overcoming-obsessive-compulsive-disorder/david-veale/rob-willson/9781849010726✨ Let’s break down barriers to care and help you live in alignment with your values. Recovery is possible — and you don’t have to do it alone.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to support the channel and help others find this content. Your engagement helps the algorithm share these resources with more people who need them.👇 Start your journey today. Watch now.💬 Have a question or topic you’d like me to cover? Drop it in the comments — I’d love to hear from you.📢 Please subscribe, leave a comment, share the video!🔗 You can also find us on:

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Welcome back to CBT, EMDR, and Beyond—I’m Jaime, a therapist and supervisor specialising in trauma-informed care. In this episode, we explore intrusive thoughts through the lens of trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD.

You’ll learn how traumatic memories can resurface as vivid flashbacks, body sensations, or emotional spirals—and why these intrusions feel so real. We’ll unpack the difference between single-event and complex trauma, explore how everyday triggers like social media or sensory cues can reactivate old wounds, and offer gentle grounding tools to help you return to the present.

This episode is for insight, not exposure—you won’t be asked to revisit painful memories. We close with a short breathing exercise to support calm and connection.

If your mind feels haunted by the past, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and a path toward healing.

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Welcome to our Episode 3 of the Intrusive Thoughts Series.

After looking at intrusive thoughts in OCD, GAD and Panic. We are moving to intrusive thoughts in #depression and #lowselfesteem.

Common examples include thoughts like:

• “I am worthless.”
• “I’m unlovable.”
• “Nothing ever goes right for me.”
• “I’m a failure.”

Over time, intrusive thoughts can feel automatic, chronic, and fused with identity, making them seem like an unchangeable part of oneself.

We have a small meditation for self-esteem at the end of the episode.

Remember: intrusive thoughts do not define who you are. With practice and support, you can manage them, reclaim your mental space, and nurture your emotional well-being.

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Jaime

Director and Founder

CBT and EMDR therapist and supervisor

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Welcome to the second episode of the series on #IntrusiveThoughts.

We explore how intrusive thoughts, images, urges and memories may pop in your mind and how they impact your mood.

Today we focus on intrusive thoughts and #OCD #GAD #Panic.

We always end the podcast with a brief meditation, hope you enjoy it.

Do not forget to subscribe, leave a comment if you wish to ask aquestion or make a request.

You can always drop me an email to 📩 ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠

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Jaime

Director and Founder

CBT and EMDR therapist and supervisor

PS: our service is not an emergency services and emails are notalways monitored. Please contact your local mental health team if you needurgent help.

Have you ever wondered what are intrusive thoughts, or if we all have them? 🧠✨

Join in our Episode 1 of this series of 4 on #intrusivethoughts.

We will look in detail on what thoughts are, when and how they become problematic and we will have a meditation at the end of it!

Hope you enjoy it!

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.

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Jaime

Director and Founder

CBT and EMDR therapist and supervisor

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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 weakness

• The damaging myths around trauma and responsibility

• Why 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.

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Jaime (CBT and EMDR therapist)

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#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 hypervigilance

• The “stress bucket” analogy and emotional overwhelm

• Why freezing during trauma is normal (and NOT your fault)

• Grounding & visualization exercises to feel calmer today

🎧 Includes a short guided mindfulness and grounding practice

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.

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Jaime (CBT and EMDR therapist)

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#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.

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Jaime (CBT and EMDR therapist)

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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.

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Jaime (CBT and EMDR therapist)

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