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Explore how Arise Alliance is making an impact through media and conversation. From feature articles to podcast interviews, discover how our work in trauma-informed care and Critical Memory Integration™ is gaining attention.
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The Healing Trauma Podcast
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, guest host Dr. Mark McNear speaks with Estefana Johnson, a trauma therapist, about her personal journey and the impact of cultural background…
Julia BaldwinAugust 11, 2025
Soma Says
In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma speaks with Estefana Johnson, Director of Clinical Training at Arise Alliance, about her transformative work in trauma counseling and the creation of…
Julia BaldwinAugust 11, 2025
Dr. Brian Livesay, Ph.D. Featured in U.S. News & World Report
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a serious mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing trauma, affecting nearly 4% of the population worldwide. The article explores common symptoms,…
Julia BaldwinAugust 11, 2025
Trauma Informed
Estefana Johnson, LCSW, is a pioneering clinician and thought leader in the field of therapy. As a key developer of Critical Memory Integration (CMI), she has played an instrumental role…
Julia BaldwinAugust 7, 2025
Behind The Shades
Estefana Johnson, LCSW, discusses a mission to reshape how we view mental health—emphasizing mental wellness and normalizing the human experience. Drawing from her background as a first-generation Mexican-American, she reflects…
Julia BaldwinAugust 7, 2025
Bold Beautiful Borderline
In this conversation, Estefana Johnson, LCSW and Sara Abbott, MSW, LCSW, LICSW (host) delve into the complexities of trauma and the innovative therapeutic approach known as Critical Memory Integration (CMI).…
Julia BaldwinAugust 7, 2025
The Advisor
In this episode, trauma specialist Estefana Johnson, LCSW, introduces CMI—a powerful, client-driven method designed to help you uncover the root of limiting beliefs, release emotional burdens, and rewrite your internal…
Julia BaldwinJuly 23, 2025
Soldier Stories
In this powerful episode of Soldier Stories, Dr. Brian Livesay—a veteran, clinical psychologist, and Director of Clinical Research for CMI™—discusses how Critical Memory Integration is helping veterans heal from trauma…
IT BMPJuly 16, 2025
The Veterans Outlook
In this episode of the Veterans Outlook podcast, Dr. Brian Livesay, CMI's Director of Clinical Research, clinical psychologist, and advocate for veteran mental health, shares how Critical Memory Integration (CMI™)…
IT BMPJuly 16, 2025
Mental Health Spotlight
In this episode, ARISE Alliance’s Director of Clinical Training, Estefana Johnson, LCSW, introduces Critical Memory Integration (CMI™), a trauma-informed modality that’s changing the way providers support healing. Listen as Estefana…
IT BMPJuly 16, 2025









