Some of the most profound work we do as therapists begins not with intervention, but with presence.
In this episode of The Self Careapist Therapist, I sit down with David Jobes, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology at The Catholic University of America, to explore what it looks like to shift from fear-based to evidence-informed care especially when suicide risk is on the table. We walk through the structure and philosophy behind Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS).
Rooted in clinical research and human connection, CAMS centers the client as an expert on their own experience and challenges outdated practices that often do more harm than good. Dr. David offers decades of insight and compassion, making this conversation especially relevant for clinicians working in trauma, EMDR, or high-intensity practice settings.
Take 30 minutes today to rethink what suicide prevention can actually look like. Watch the full episode of Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality.
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David Jobes, Ph.D., is a Professor of Psychology at The Catholic University of America and a leading figure in clinical suicidology. He directs the Suicide Prevention Laboratory, where he developed the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS), an evidence-based framework for treating suicidal risk. CAMS is supported by multiple open trials, randomized controlled trials, and meta-analyses, with ongoing international research underway. With over 40 years of experience in suicide prevention, Dave focuses on ethical, collaborative approaches to assessment and care.
Website: https://www.catholic.edu/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-jobes-7154651a/
Lorain Moorehead is a therapist, consultant, and EMDR Certified, EMDRIA‑approved consultant specializing in trauma‑informed care and EMDR integration. She works with high‑achieving adults navigating anxiety, perfectionism, identity loss, and relational stress through depth‑oriented, evidence‑based approaches. Lorain brings advanced training in DBT and certification in Perinatal Mental Health, grounding her work in safety, attunement, and nervous‑system awareness. She also supports clinicians through supervision, consultation, and training, with a strong focus on ethical practice and clinical decisionmaking. In 2025, she launched The Self Care‑apist Therapist Podcast, creating space for therapists to explore innovative, research‑backed modalities—including emerging conversations around KAP and trauma treatment.
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