Hi, my name is Catlin A. Palmer. Thank you so much for taking time out of your day visiting my web page I have deemed the "Flowmentum" Movement! OCD & Addiction).
I am an LCSW therapist using both my lived & professional experiences with Addiction & OCD to help individuals understand that we can achieve anything we believe! I have created this page in conjunction with various social media outlets as well as a personal website (www.flowmentum-movement.com), in the hopes to use my story of struggling and suffering with OCD and Addiction to help people better
overcome their own struggles with these diseases. Regardless, of the root cause and where your problems or struggles stem from, I hope to add value to anybody's lives using my knowledge and experiences. This project truly means the world to me and the further I dive, the more confident and thrilled I become in this endeavor. Never has anything like this felt so right, fulfilling, and motivating. I am passionately in pursuit of transforming this world into a better place, one individual at a time....and you’re here to witness it.....or better yet, be a part of it. By using the knowledge I've obtained from my personal, professional, and educational experiences, I am eager and confident that I will be able to empower numerous individuals past their once-perceived limits. I do not believe that I have ALL the answers to life nor am I claiming that there is some magic recipe to make everybody live happily ever-after, but I do believe a little bit of hard-work and determination will go a long way. In fact, I believe it will help you go ALL the way. In reference to "Flowmentum" it is a term I created to define and describe a specific mindframe that opens the door to establishing an optimum level of peak performance and high sustainable energy. Within this space, it is my belief that here we have the capability to function at the most optimum, yet, sustainable levels to achieve everything we've ever wanted in life.....without limitations. I know, it sounds too good to be true, but it's not. If you're willing to put in the work...the results will come....just like everything else in life (if you'll notice). The more hard work and effort you put into something, the more you'll get out of it. My father told me that once. Never has it left my side when he first told me 20+ years ago because I have yet to see anything proving the contrary. It's one of the most accurate statements I've found to be so validating, no matter the circumstances. I believe there will always be a strong connection and association with effort and results. Everybody has demons...and they come in all shapes and sizes. I don’t care who you are, where you came from, where you’re at in life, what you’re doing for a living, or how far you’ve come....we ALL struggle with our demons on a daily basis. Say what you will, pretend all you want, but we ALL have our demons that we face. Without a doubt in my mind, these demons DO NOT discriminate and we are all in this together....struggling amidst this notion we call life. I don’t know about you, but I have long enough put up with being pushed around by my weaknesses, doubts, uncertainties, and insecurities (i.e. Trying to overcome these limitations creates so many setbacks, which will be some of the most difficult obstacles we'll ever face. And I don’t mean physically difficult. Without a doubt this is ALL mental. Meaning it all starts and ends with us. Our mind is our biggest weakness, yet our greatest strength. We are subject to all of it’s negativism, pessimism, insecurities, doubts, and laziness. But paradoxically, it’s what allows us to be so intelligent, loving, caring, imaginative, optimistic, empathetic, excited, and happy. Yet, how do we overcome the very thing that makes us who we are??? I truly have a genuine passion with high aspirations to empower as many individuals as possible to better their life and quality of well-being. I know that sounds so cliche, but I honestly can say that nothing else in my life has felt so right. Amidst all my struggles, the ups and downs, chaos, and self-destruction....there was always one main thing that remained constant and has always been apparent. No matter what I went through or how I was feeling, nothing compares to or tops the exuberant and vibrant feelings of purpose, passion, and fulfillment that I get when helping others overcome their own difficulties. I'm not going anywhere. It's not going to be easy and I'm not going to be satisfied anytime soon, but I know that if I dedicate my life to helping individuals on the greatest scale possible, I can never go wrong. I know and fully believe now that my true calling is to use my struggles and experiences as my greatest aide in helping others to the best of my ability. I believe the knowledge I obtained from my education, professional career, internships, and personal experiences of managing mental health symptoms are 2nd to none. I say this confidently, but not conceitedly, understanding that my story is simply unique and doesn't have to be better than anybody else's. I spent a long time trying to figure out how everything (literally) in this world worked and how I fit into the grand scheme of things only to find myself having dug an even deeper hole than what I began with. But it was exactly what I needed (not wanted, though)....it's what I needed to be so certain, so confident, and so content with myself to let go and finally move forward. I ultimately realized that I had done enough damage digging for these unnattainable answers and promised myself that I was never EVER going to tolerate myself being in this condition again. I discovered how far I had gone, and yet, how much further I still needed to go to get back on track. To find myself again experiencing feelings of satisfaction and making decisions with confidence, I soon began to reveal the purpose of my life and what I believe to be my niche, true calling, destiny, or simply put, my passion. After wrestling with my mind for the last 27 years (especially the last 3), not to mention my education, and professional experiences with mental health, I feel like I have a pretty decent grasp on what a healthy balanced life is supposed to look and feel like to somebody. If you want to help or would like help of your own, please continue reading and helping me to create awareness and education about my experiences by taking a few minutes to like and/or comment on my social media pages. But, most importantly, please take a second to check out my website www.flowmentum-movement.com. I have a vision that we as human-beings, if we can truly grasp our inner-strength, power, perseverance, and passion will allow us to break free from our mental limitations. I have fallen in love with the idea of having countless opportunities to help somebody better their life. Throughout all of this, especially the last couple years, I also have come to realize that without a doubt we are all in this together. Life I mean. And it's not easy. It's not always fun. And it's definitely not "as advertised." As a whole, we are all struggling together to find an equilibrium of happiness, health, and well-being. This struggle is the same internal battle that can literally and figuratively make or break us. By no means does the wear and tear of this friction manifest itself the same way in everybody, and by all means, it does NOT have mercy. If you give it an inch, it WILL take a mile. I want to help people learn how to deal with their mind and to not have to live within it's limits or restrictions. I can promise you that allowing the mind to take the reins and steer will only leave you with something even more unclear. I want to be able to do anything that I can to help people learn how to overcome their mind without having to suffer through the myriad of negative experiences OCD can instigate. I am not saying I can "fix" your mind with magic answers or Jedi-mind tricks, but what I am saying is that I believe that no matter who you are, what you've been through, or where you're from, we will ALWAYS have a chance. We always have a choice. Nobody or no thing can ever EVER take this from us, but learning to foster these patterns are MUCH easier said than done. However, you must confidently practice and exercise choice as we attempt to break the negative and pessimistic patterns of OCD. These torturous symptoms will never disappear or quit creating barriers and obstacles....but neither will we....because we'll continue making the choice to fight back. To fight for what we believe in and to overcome any obstacles stopping us.....never forgetting that there's something we'll always have that can never be taken from us. So long as we remember we always have the power of CHOICE, we will always find the courage to face and overcome our fears, limits, and beliefs. If any of this piques your interest, please, please, PLEASE, please, check out (and follow) all my other social media profiles (find where below). If you, or anybody you know are struggling to manage the everyday struggles of OCD; please check out my personal website for information on how to get in contact with me. Please like, comment, and follow me at will!!! The more people that are aware, the more people we can impact! Follow my Twitter account (@flowmentum_mvmnt), Instagram (@flowmentum_movement) and a personal website with a blog of my lessons in life (www.flowmentum-movement.com). Dont forget to get hooked up with The OCD Experience newsletter too!!
07/14/2024
We celebrated Crimson’s 1st birthday of countless more today. My heart is full and I couldn’t be happier. My family is the best and I’m so thankful they came to celebrate (and spoil) my son. These are the exact moments I moved back home from California for. I didn’t know Crimson was going to make me a daddy when I first moved back 7 years ago, but I think deep down I must have known.
What I do know is that I wouldn’t have things any other way and the fact that my son gets to be raised w his family all near and dear to our hearts is a blessing idk how to measure. You can’t. It’s priceless.
Big shout out to my best friend and partner in crime Patrick Jones for missing his flight to Idaho yesterday morning and then driving from CA all the way to ID last night. He got in around 245 am in the morning all so he could be here for his nephew’s first birthday. I can’t believe how lucky of a man, dad, son, friend, brother, uncle, and grandson I really am. Happy 1st Birthday to my son, Crimson A’khyaus Palmer.
07/12/2024
Idk where to start or what to say. I really don’t. I feel at a loss for words bc there’s so much TO say and so many places TO start. WOW! Wow is all I can say bc this last year has been the best most magical, yet trying, year EVER. Crimson is by far and away the best thing that’s ever happened to me. I know that without a doubt. The beauty in that is our journey together is just beginning which is probably the most exciting part. Yeah, OCD and the intrusive thoughts/images of all the terrifying “what ifs” constantly appear trying to control and coerce me into submission of fear. Sometimes I feel like just staying in the safety of our home is all I want to do bc of the countless ways he could be harmed. Trust me, that’s not going to happen, but sometimes the fear based intrusive thoughts are so real that it’s hard to ignore. Especially when the images/reels of horrifying terrifying events are thrown in my face. Crimson being here is bringing out another side of OCD in me (that I knew would happen), but I love how it’s forcing me to take things to another level. OCD and Crimson together are both making me into a better stronger more resilient man. Being through addiction and the dark days of OCD I’m being molded into something even better and I have no way to quantify the amount of gratitude I have for these challenges. Challenges are really just opportunities disguised as problems. So of course w this regarding my one and only son, I am going to, and forever always, rise to the challenge. For my son. For myself. For my family. I love you son. I hope you see and read these posts someday bc I say what I mean and mean what I say. Here’s to my son’s first birthday and many more to come!!!!
06/19/2024
So this was from 6 years ago and I just barely got the picture a couple months ago! I got to coach my little brother (back far right) the first winter after I moved back from San Diego. It was such a fun experience, but more than anything can’t believe how much he’s changed and grown! Notice he’s about my height w me on a knee. Fast forward 6 years later and now we see eye to eye!! It blows my mind. Anyways pretty sure we went 4-2 that year so that was awesome. My dad also helped coach so all in all this is a special picture to me and I’m so grateful it finally fell into my lap. I thought this time was always going to be lost in history! But now we have proof it really happened
05/18/2024
I am an enrolled tribal member of the Ute Tribe of the Uintah Valley people in Fort Duchesne, UT. I am also a therapist/counselor with a masters degree in social work (LMSW). I grew up on the Fort Hall Indian Reservation here in Idaho.
I’ll be holding a training on how to incorporate Native American culture into mental health and addiction treatment settings.
This is open to the public so tell your friends and family.
Limited seating available. Call the number below to register. There is a $25 fee.
This would especially benefit any providers that work with Native and Indigenous people. Please join me on June 6th or at least spread the word!
Thank you!!
05/12/2024
Crimson is 10 months old!! The longer I’ve been a dad, the more I’m learning to respect and admire all the other good parents out there. I seriously don’t even know how people have more than one baby and/or toddler at a time. When Crimson is being a little fussy or having a rough day, the thought of another kid running around wild or causing chaos in the house won’t even compute in my brain. Like, I can’t even comprehend how parents can do that with 2, 3, or more children all close to the same age. All I can say is I’ve got mad respect for all the parents that do. You all deserve some type of award! And I don’t think a Mother’s Day or a Father’s Day once a year cuts it.
Anyways, I’m continuing to learn a lot about raising a little human in this world and Crimson continues to grow each and everyday. Sure does force you to live in the moment more and do your best to cherish every little thing. He’s starting to stand and cruises around in his walker like a racecar 🏎️ Everybody always ALWAYS says how fast time flies and how it goes even faster when you have kids. So, I’m trying my best to always keep that in the back of my head when I’m spending time with him. All I can hope is that he knows he’s loved more than he could ever imagine and that he’s perfect just the way he is. Alright I’ll save the rest for the next time I post when he’s 11 months old.
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04/21/2024
Well, Mr. Crimson is 9 months old. Technically, he’s 9 months and 10 days old today, but I hadn’t posted about it yet. I wanted to update the friends and family with some of his most recent pictures.
It’s so crazy and sad how fast he’s growing and changing. I am learning that if you’re not doing your best to be in the moment and be present w your babies you’ll miss it. I am trying my best to be in the moment w my little guy so that I don’t have to look back and regret not cherishing those times. I have started using mantras that I say when I’m with Crimson. “You’re the best” and “It doesn’t get any better than this.” These are things I constantly say to and for him, but it’s probably more for me. It’s my way of trying to make sure I’m soaking it all in. I can’t believe how much you can love your children and yet, how it seems to continue to grow and evolve at the same time. Wow, is all I can say. Being a father is by far the best job I’ve ever had. I am so grateful you came to me, son.
04/10/2024
IN SEARCH OF:
An open lot to put a 1979 Broadmore mobile home that is 14x66. There is a pop out addition in the middle that adds 8 feet to the width. I am primarily looking for anything in the IF, Blackfoot, or Pocatello areas. Most of the mobile home parks I’ve talked to have told me it’s either too big, too old, or just no lots are available. Take a look at the pictures to see for yourself.
Please let me know if you know of anything available or if you have any leads. I’m looking for some where to put this home as soon as possible. Thank you in advance for your time! It’s very much appreciated.
03/24/2024
It was so awesome getting to coach Camilo and my nephews Jude and Owen in basketball this year! I’m super proud of how much they improved over the course of the season. We were 1-2 over the first 3 games, but ended the season on a 3 game winning streak for an overall record of 4-2! What means the most is seeing how much the boys’ confidence and abilities grew each and every week. I felt so grateful to be able to coach these little guys and thank them for the many things they taught me this season, patience definitely included haha 😜
These are just some of the “little things” that I moved back home for. Being able to make quality memories w the ones I love most 🙂
03/12/2024
Crimson A’khyaus Palmer is 8 months old as of yesterday! It’s been by far the BEST 8 months of my life and also easily the FASTEST 8 months of my life!
It’s crazy how full your heart can feel when you see your child smile and hear their laughter. He was sick for the first time a few weeks ago and it was the worst to see him so sad, uncomfortable, and in pain. Makes me appreciate him being happy and in a good mood that much more. My life continues to change at the speed of light…this month I discovered a couple revelations about being a father that I look forward to sharing more about...
I think it’s time I start talking about OCD and the torturous anxiety that comes with it again. For my sake, but for anybody else’s sake that also has OCD and/or children as well. The last 8 months have been the most challenging and the most I’ve struggled with OCD in years…if not ever. I’ve noticed the ways it’s been getting in between me and my son, but sadly I didn’t recognize it at first. I have extremely fearful thoughts that provoke intense bouts and episodes of anxiety that all start and end w Crimson. Him losing me, me losing him. That’s basically the gist of it, but like I said. I will expand on this later bc I know all parents have these same types of fears, but mine are at the forefront of my mind. All day everyday. And if it’s not exactly “on” my mind, it’s certainly lurking in the background. Anyways, I’m proud to defiantly say OCD and living in fear is never going to win. It might win some battles here and there, but it will never truly win the war. Not if I have anything to say about it.
Take care of your mental health my friends.
02/28/2024
I can’t get over his little fangs!!! They’re popping out before his top front toofers for some reason. We have a little mini vampire baby on our hands 🤣🤣🤣 🧛🧛🧛
02/20/2024
Hey FB amigos!!!
I was hoping I might be able to get a little help from the FB community. I’ve recently dove into the world of real estate investing, but haven’t been able to find my next project.
I’m posting in hopes that I can get some help with some leads on finding a real estate investment property.
Usually distressed properties is what I look for. I would waive any inspections and am a cash buyer.
If you, or someone you know of, is looking to sell their home fast, please keep me in mind and send them my way!!
Thank you so much for your time and consideration. I greatly appreciate any help I can get!!
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