Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
Sara Abbott, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Exploring Trauma Through Critical Memory Integration feat. Estefana Johnson
Exploring Trauma Through Critical Memory Integration feat. Estefana Johnson
Exploring Trauma Through Critical Memory Integration feat. Estefana Johnson
Sunday 27th July 2025
Discover Critical Memory Integration with Estefana Johnson. Explore trauma's complexities and personalized therapeutic approaches for deeper healing.
51 minutes
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Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
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Episode Overview
- Understanding trauma beyond singular events.
- Introducing Critical Memory Integration (CMI).
- Importance of personalized therapy.
- Creating safe spaces for therapy.
- Challenges in conventional trauma therapy.
There's so much misconception about the lived experience, you know, like being a human, being human, that's it.
In this insightful episode of the Borderline Podcast, host Sara welcomes trauma clinician Estefana Johnson to discuss the complexities of trauma and the revolutionary therapeutic modality known as Critical Memory Integration (CMI). Estefana, who is also the director of clinical training for Arise Alliance, shares her extensive experience in the field of trauma therapy, both as a professional and through her lived experiences.
Estefana emphasizes the importance of understanding trauma not merely as isolated events but rather as a series of interconnected experiences that significantly influence an individual's response to adversity. This perspective challenges the conventional view of trauma therapy that often pathologizes behaviors and experiences, instead advocating for a more empathetic and personalized approach. Critical Memory Integration (CMI) is presented as a flexible and integrative therapeutic approach that prioritizes the unique needs of individuals, rather than adhering to rigid, one-size-fits-all methods.
This modality encourages therapists to hold a space that is safe and supportive, allowing individuals to revisit and integrate their traumatic memories effectively, rather than simply desensitizing them. Throughout the conversation, Estefana shares personal anecdotes and professional insights that underscore the limitations of traditional trauma therapies and highlight the transformative potential of CMI. She describes how this approach allows individuals to reconnect with their memories, work through layers of trauma, and gain wisdom and healing from past experiences.
The episode concludes with Estefana expressing her passion for educating people about CMI and encouraging listeners to explore this innovative approach. Sara and Estefana both hope that this episode serves as a valuable resource for those seeking deeper understanding and healing from trauma. Listeners are encouraged to subscribe to the podcast for more insightful discussions and to explore additional resources mentioned in the show notes.