Healing from trauma isn't a straight line, and a lot of what actually happens along the way never gets talked about. In this episode I'm breaking down 5 things that caught me (and catch most people) off guard once real healing starts. Things that feel worse before they feel better, relationships that shift, and moments that don't look like progress but actually are.

Plus, I'm answering a listener question this episode. If you've got one for a future episode, send it my way on Instagram @nicoletherapy or TikTok @nicole.therapy. 

This episode is for educational purposes and isn't a substitute for individual therapy. If anything here resonates and you're looking for support, you can find more about working with me at https://www.casasolpsychology.com/.

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In this episode of the Casa Sol Psychology Podcast, Nicole San Martin talks about how to stay consistent when you have ADHD, trauma, or both. If you struggle with motivation, routines, or staying on track, this episode breaks down why consistency can feel so difficult and what actually helps.

Learn how ADHD impacts executive functioning, how trauma affects your nervous system, and how to build realistic, sustainable habits without burnout. We also explore practical tools to reduce overwhelm, improve follow through, and create routines that work with your brain.

This episode is especially helpful for women with late diagnosed ADHD, trauma histories, or anyone who feels stuck in all or nothing patterns.

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In this episode, I explore a question that might challenge some common assumptions in the mental health field: what is the advantage of having a younger therapist? While experience is often seen as the gold standard in clinical work, there are nuances that don’t always get talked about, especially when it comes to burnout, perspective, training, and the evolving nature of therapy itself. This conversation opens up a deeper reflection on what actually makes therapy effective, and how both clients and clinicians can rethink what “good therapy” really means.

En este episodio exploramos cómo la positividad tóxica puede volverse una forma de negar el dolor y evitar sanar de verdad. Hablamos del impacto que tiene en la salud mental, especialmente en personas con trauma o TDAH, y de cómo esta presión constante por “estar bien” puede desconectarnos de nuestras emociones más reales.

Acompáñanos en una conversación honesta sobre lo que significa permitirnos sentir, sin culpa ni filtros.

Has sentido que te sientes peor después de que alguien te dice que “todo pasa por algo”?

Este episodio está en español. Cada tanto me gusta hacer un episodio en este idioma para conectar con quienes, como yo, viven entre dos mundos. Crecer en Miami y ser mitad argentina me hizo vivir en inglés y español al mismo tiempo. Aunque el español no es exactamente mi primera lengua, sigue siendo una parte enorme de quién soy y de cómo me conecto con mi lado hispano.

This episode is in Spanish. Every so often, I like to switch things up and connect with listeners in both languages. Growing up in Miami and being half Argentinian means I’ve always lived between English and Spanish. Even if Spanish isn’t fully my first language, it’s a big part of who I am and how I connect with my Hispanic side.

Struggling with sleep? You're not alone. In this episode, Therapist and Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern Nicole San Martín (RMHC-I) from Casa Sol Psychology breaks down how trauma and ADHD impact your nervous system and disrupt your ability to rest.

Learn:

Why hypervigilance and racing thoughts keep you up at night

How emotional dysregulation linked to ADHD affects sleep cycles

What your body needs to feel safe enough to rest

Practical strategies to improve your sleep quality

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In Episode 2 of the Casa Sol Psychology Podcast, host and therapist Nicole San Martin, RMHCI, sits down with coach William Garcia, founder of G Five Training & Wellness, to explore the connection between exercise and mental health.

Together, they discuss how movement impacts the brain, regulates the nervous system, and indirectly shifts our thoughts and emotional patterns. Exercise is more than just physical, it’s also psychological.