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Break the stigma of mental health as it relates to the Latinx community. Learn self-help techniques, how to support ourselves or those around us that struggle with mental illnesses and create cultural competency for other providers working with the Latinx population.

Adriana Alejandre, LMFT | Conversations about Mental Health Myths and Wellness Within the Latinx Culture


    • Oct 17, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 29m AVG DURATION
    • 68 EPISODES
    • 5 SEASONS

    4.7 from 562 ratings Listeners of Latinx Therapy that love the show mention: adriana, latinx community, chancla, nuestra comunidad, stigmas, social work, bilingual, mh, latino, latina, hispanic, culturally, adelante, bipolar, spanish, mental health issues, important topic, eye opener, knowledge is power, mexican.


    Ivy Insights

    The Latinx Therapy podcast is an incredibly important and necessary resource for the Latinx community. As someone who has experienced sexual abuse, I have found solace and healing in the conversations and discussions that take place on this podcast. It is empowering to hear sexual abuse addressed within our communities, as it is a topic that has often been overlooked or silenced. This podcast has opened up a new path in my healing journey that I didn't even know was necessary. Going forward, I will actively seek out more culturally relevant content on this subject. I am grateful for the insights, resources, and support that this podcast provides.

    One of the best aspects of The Latinx Therapy podcast is its inclusivity and cultural sensitivity. The host and guest speakers provide valuable insights and knowledge about mental health within the Latinx community. The topics discussed are relevant and necessary, addressing issues that are often misunderstood or ignored in our culture. This podcast serves as a platform for Latinx professionals to share their expertise and experiences, creating a sense of validation and normalcy for listeners.

    Unfortunately, there aren't any discernible negative aspects about this podcast. It is an invaluable resource that fills a significant gap in mental health resources specifically tailored to the Latinx community. However, it would be beneficial to see a wider range of perspectives represented on the show, including different gender identities, sexual orientations, and nationalities within the Latinx community.

    In conclusion, The Latinx Therapy podcast is a transformative platform that addresses crucial mental health issues within the Latinx community. Its inclusive approach and culturally sensitive content make it an essential resource for individuals seeking support or looking to better understand mental health within their own communities. This podcast provides education, empowerment, and validation for all who listen to it. Thank you to Adriana Alajandre for creating such an impactful resource for our community.



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    Kim Guerra on Becoming a Revolution: “¡Soy una pinche lesbiana!”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 30:48 Transcription Available


    Today we learn about Kim Guerra, a therapist, poet, advocate and author. Kim shares her experiences growing up in a religious family, navigating beliefs and gender normative expectations, and how she found her own path towards self-acceptance and liberation.    She discusses the importance of unlearning shame and embracing one's queerness, as well as the role of allies in supporting and advocating for LGBTQ+ individuals. Kim also talks about her book, 'Badass Bonita: Break the Silence, Become a Revolution,' which combines memoir, self-help, and education to empower Latines in their healing journeys. Follow Kim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassxbonita Check out Kim's website and learn about her offerings: https://brownbadassbonita.com/  Find a Latinx Therapist using the Latinx Therapy Directory: https://latinxtherapy.com/find-a-therapist     

    Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez: Her Story on Religion and Sexual Liberation

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 34:49 Transcription Available


    This episode touches on Prisca's religious upbringing, the shame of leaving the church, her journey of sexual liberation, estragement with her family, and learning about her mental health experience of writing TÍAS AND PRIMAS: On Knowing and Loving the Women Who Raise Us, her newest book. About Prisca: Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez is a leading Latine activist with roots from Nicaragua, a writer, and speaker. She is the founder of Latina Rebels, a platform with over 350,000 followers, and the author of For Brown Girls with Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts. She has been featured on NPR, New York Magazine's The Cut, Teen Vogue, and Cosmopolitan. She earned her master's from Vanderbilt and lives in Nashville, Tennessee.   Learn more about Prisca and her books on her website: https://www.priscadorcas.com/   Find a Latinx therapist on our directory: https://latinxtherapy.com/

    Injustices Against Palestine

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 32:07


    This episode starts with a disclaimer warning due to strong and violent language used. Our guest is Susan Abdel-Haq, a licensed marriage and family therapist and Palestinian woman who shares with us her and her family's experience as Palestinians living in America, and their history. The purpose of today's segment is to share information about misinformation over the Palestinian community and raise awareness on how marginalized communities are connected in their pain and struggles.  If you would like to be connected to Susan, visit her website at susanabdelhaq.com. She is accepting clients in California.  To find a Latinx Therapist across the nation, visit: latinxtherapy.com Resources Susan shared with us today include: Jewish Voices for Peace Students for Justice in Palestine Aljezeera News  The Electronicc Intifada Middle Eye Books: The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine A History of the Palestinian People   Follow: Norman Finkelstein, Gabor Mate 

    What is a Psychiatrist? With Dr. Vanessa Velez, MD

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 29:41 Transcription Available


    Today we speak with Latina Psychiatrist Dr. Vanessa Velez who shares about her medical school background through rotations and residency, the support received from her parents upon choosing the career, and we also spoke about the the stigma of medication, how depression, anxiety and bipolar symptoms can benefit from psychiatry and the oppression that exists within the medical field. Dr. Velez answers the following questions before closing this episode:  How can we as therapists communicate with a psychiatrist and discuss treatment plans for a shared client? When should we consider medication - What cultural background questions do u ask, if any?   Follow Dr. Vanessa Velez at vanessavelezMD.com and @VanessaVelezMDart on Instagram. She is accepting for anyone who lives in California, and is on the Latinx Therapy Directory, too.    To find a therapist, check out our directory at latinxtherapy.com and use the filters!

    Colaboración entre La Alianza de Salud Mental Perinatal en Español (Postpartum Support International) y Latinx Therapy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 15:30


    En este segmento hablamos sobre nuestra colaboración y los proyectos dentro de La Alianza que esta disponible para la comunidad de padres, y profesionales de salud mental que tienen interés en ayudar esta comunidad. Xochilt y Karla también comparten sobre la conferencia que van a tener en Washington DC este Julio donde van a proveer un entrenamiento por primera ves. Nuestras invitadas:  Karla Cardoza, terapeuta matrimonial y familiar licenciada, Gerente de la Línea Cálida en Español & Coordinador Internacional en Latinoamérica , facilitadora de las reuniones de apoyo perinatal en español y una de las oradoras de los entrenamientos de PSI: @yerba.buena.wellness Xóchitl Carlos Méndez, Gerente de Programas Culturales en Español de la Alianza para Personas de Color en Postpartum Support International (PSI). PSI YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@postpartumvideo  Instagram de La Alianza (PSI): @psi_alianzenespanial, https://www.postpartum.net/la-alianza/  Información sobre la conferencia: https://psi.societyconference.com/v2/  Si busca un terapeuta, use el directorio de Latinx Therapy: latinxtherapy.com 

    Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color at Postpartum Support International (PSI)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 23:15


    In this episode we announce our partnership with The Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color from PSI (Postpartum Support International), and hear more about their Spanish offering at the PSI Conference in July 2024. Register for the Perinatal Mood Disorder Components of Care and Advanced Psychotherapy training en Español by visiting https://psi.societyconference.com/v2/  Learn more about PSI and its program bridging the gap in perinatal mental health services for LatinX communities The Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color at @postpartumsupportinternational, @psi_alianzenespanial, and @pmhapoc. Our guests: Karla is the manager of the Spanish hotline and volunteer coordinates in Spanish speaking countries, facilitator of Perinatal support meeting in Spanish and is one of the speakers of the Postpartum Support International training, & contact her at karla@postpartum.net. She also owns her private practice  @yerba.buena.wellness Xochitl is the Alliance Spanish Cultural Program Manager of the Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color at PSI. YouTube Channel: @postpartumvideo To find a therapist, check out the Latinx Therapy directory at latinxtherapy.com 

    Una historia de la esclerosis múltiple y salud mental

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 27:55


    Los segmentos 'Rompe el Estigma' son episodios que resaltan los desafíos y fortalezas de la salud mental desde la perspectiva de defensores de la salud mental. Hoy, aprendemos sobre la Esclerosis Múltiple (EM) a través de nuestra invitada, Crystal Bedoya, Creadora Discapacitada, Escritora y Defensora. Crystal comparte su historia de ser diagnosticada con EM en la infancia y el diagnóstico de salud mental que siguió. Como latina de primera generación, habla sobre cómo eran las citas médicas con sus padres de habla hispana, aclara malentendidos y cómo suena la toxicidad positiva, y expresa cómo nuestra comunidad puede apoyar a otros. ¡Sintoniza para aprender y conectar! ¡Pronto llegará el episodio en español! Conoce a Crystal siguiéndola en las redes sociales @crystalbedoya y revisando sus características a continuación: Invisibilidad de la discapacidad por esclerosis múltiple LA EXPERIENCIA HISPANA/LATINX CON LA MS Encuentre un terapeuta en nuestro directorio: https://latinxtherapy.com/

    A Story about Multiple Sclerosis and Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 27:31


    Break the Stigma segments are episodes that highlight mental health challenges and strengths from mental health advocates. Today, we learn about Multiple Sclerosis (MS) through our guest, Crystal Bedoya, Disabled Creator, Writer & Advocate. Crystal shares her story of being diagnosed with MS in childhood and the mental health diagnosis that followed. As a first-gen Latina, she talks about how medical appointments were with her Spanish-speaking parents, clarifies misconceptions and what toxic positivity can sound like and expresses how our community can support others. Tune in to learn and connect! Spanish episode coming soon. Get to know Crystal by following her on social media @crystalbedoya and checking out her features below:  Refinery 29: How Dancing to Latin Hits Helps Me Navigate My Multiple Sclerosis Healthgrades Another Day, Another Problem: I Learned At a Young Age That Living with Multiple Sclerosis As a Latina Is a Full-Time Job How MS and Bladder Issues Made Me Rethink My Late Twenties Everyday Health: Young Latina With MS Finds Community via Social Media British Vogue: “It Can Be Very Isolating”: What It's Really Like Living With MS Podcasts: The Multiple Sclerosis Fashionista Podcast: Multiple Sclerosis & Diversity Ft. Crystal Bedoya' To find a therapist, check out the Latinx Therapy directory.

    The Mental Health of Pre-Licensed Therapists

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 36:00


    In this episode, we speak with two Latina Therapists, one that is still at my practice, and the other that launched her own practice upon licensure. Rubí Vásquez, LMFT and Jennifer León Salinas, AMFT discuss systemic barriers and challenges, how to build support during associateships, and advocacy recommendations when needing accomodations for licensing exams. They also shared what their experience was like at my group practice when I had to take an abrupt leave and how they coped as associates.  Meet out guests: Rubi's Practice website: changingcyclescounseling.com Jennifer's Directory website: latinxtherapy.com/therapists/jennifer-leon-salinas-amft Resources shared in this segment: Note Designer  Cafecito con Estrellita @cafecitoconestrellita Accomodations: https://home.pearsonvue.com/Test-takers/Accommodations.aspx   If you like this episode, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!   Follow us on any social media platform, including TikTok @LatinxTherapy  Find a Therapist: latinxtherapy.com  To support Latinx Therapy, consider donating to our non-profit foundation: alejandrefoundation.org    

    Season 5 Trailer: The Comeback

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 41:01


    Trigger warning: Medical Trauma The re-launch of the Latinx Therapy podcast comes after very difficult past few years. In this trailer, I share about the dyfunctional family dynamics I was experiencing, my experience with my mother's illness, about the day she passed away and how it has impacted me. I will hold a Q&A via our Instagram stories, and via our YouTube channel since the podcast will be in video format going forward. I appreciate everyone's support.  Please subscribe to the YouTube: youtube.com/@latinxtherapy If you are seeking a therapist, please latinxtherapy.com/find-a-therapist

    Terapia de sueños con Terapeuta Claudia Barfoot

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 16:42


    En este episodio hablamos con Claudia Barfoot, consejera licenciada de salud mental. Conversamos sobre qué es la terapia de trabajo de sueño. Claudia nos explica cómo es que alguien puede especializarse en este tipo de terapia, que se puede esperar un cliente al recibir esta terapia y nos da ejemplos de algunos sueños comunes y su percepción de cuando uno sueña con una casa y más.  Para obtener más información sobre la invitada de hoy, visite: https://www.claudiabarfoot.com/ Instagram / Facebook: @thelandofpossible Encuentra un terapeuta Latinx: latinxtherapy.com y siguenos en @latinxtherapy en Instagram, Facebook, YouTube y Tik Tok!

    Dream Work in Therapy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 27:09


    In this episode we speak with Claudia Barfoot who is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York and Colorado. We discuss what Dream Work Therapy is, how to become a therapist specializing in Dream Work, what clients can expect in this type of therapy, and Claudia provides an interesting viewpoint of dreams we may commonly experience.  Follow our guest, Claudia on Instagram: @thelandofpossible! Check out her profile in our directory:  https://latinxtherapy.com/therapists/claudia-barfoot-ma-plc-lmhc/  ClaudiaBarfoot.com Stay tuned for workshops in May 2022 If you like this episode, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!  Follow us on social media: IG/Twitter/TikTok & Facebook: @LatinxTherapy Resources Mentioned in Episode:  Find a Therapist http://www.latinxtherapy.com Dream school in Canada by Toko-Pa Turner: thebasehealing.com/tokopa-turner Books:Where People Fly and Water Runs Uphill by Jeremy Taylor Robert Moss The Oracle of Night by Sidarta Ribeiro

    Apoyando los jóvenes sobrevivientes del abuso sexual

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 22:11


    En este episodio hablamos con la terapeuta Colombiana Americana Amanda Serrano, LCSW (trabajadora social  titulada en ambiente clínico) de North Carolina y directora ejecutiva de Sunrise-Amanecer Inc. Amanda define el abuso sexual, el impacto en la salud mental, factores de riesgo, el conflicto en las familias Latinx después de una revelación, y cierra la conversación con un mensaje de consejo para los sobrevivientes de este tipo de abuso. Sigue nuestra invitada, Amanda en Instagram : @sunriseamanecerservices ! Mira debajo para más información de ella.  Recursos:  https://www.childwelfare.gov/spanish/ https://www.stopitnow.org/ohc-content/comportamientos-para-observar-cuando-los-adultos-estan-con-los-ninos-y-las-senales-que  https://www.rainn.org/es  Victimas de crimen (busque en su estado): https://www.benefits.gov/es/benefit/4416 

    Supporting Youth Sexual Abuse Survivors

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2022 28:19


    In this episode we speak with Colombian American therapist Amanda Serrano, LCSW from North Carolina and CEO of Sunrise-Amanecer Inc. Amanda defines sexual abuse, the mental health effects of survivors, risk factors, the struggles in Latinx families after a disclosure, and she closes with guidance to survivores.  Follow our guest, Amanda, on Instagram: @sunriseamanecerservices! Check out her information below. Practice Website: SunriseAmanecerServices.org Directory Profile: latinxtherapy.com/therapists/sunrise-amanecer-inc    If you like this episode, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!  Follow us on social media: IG/Twitter/TikTok & Facebook: @LatinxTherapy Find a Therapist: http://www.latinxtherapy.com To support Latinx Therapy, consider donating to our non-profit foundation: alejandrefoundation.org

    Recuperando del Duelo

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2021 16:16


    En este segmento sobre abuso de sustancias, damos la bienvenida a Paulina Isabel Almarosa , LCSW de Los Angeles, California, y la fundadora de Latinx Grief- una comunidad digital para personas que están recuperando de una perdida.  Ella nos habla de su experiencia profesional del duelo, cómo se define, los efectos que tiene sobre  la mente, el cuerpo y el espirito, la mejor manera de apoyar a alguien y también comparte recursos. Sigue a Paulina en Instagram @latinxgrief  Si te gusta este episodio, déjanos una reseña en iTunes!  Para apoyar esta causa, considere donar, contáctenos en info@latinxtherapy.com o continúe a través de Venmo handle @latinxtherapy.  Síganos en las redes sociales: IG / Twitter: @LatinxTherapy, Facebook: Latinx Therapy Recursos Bilingüe:  Encuentre un terapeuta: www.latinxtherapy.com/find-a-therapist Megan Davine- Está bien que no estés bien The Dougy Center: https://www.dougy.org/  Our Grief House (en Los Angeles): https://www.ourhouse-grief.org/  Nacional: Busquen por internet la oficina de Victimas de Crimen en su estado para terapia gratiuta y otros tipos de ayudas. 

    Grief and Loss in the Latinx Community 

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2021 22:16


    In this episode we speak with Paulina Isabel Almarosa who is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Founder of Latinx Grief. We discuss what grief and grieving is, how grief causes changes within us, how to help a loved one grieving and resources for those grieving.  Follow our guest, Paulina Isabel Almarosa, LCSW on Instagram: @latinxgrief & stay tuned for her to launch her private practice! If you like this episode, leave us a review on iTunes.    Follow us on social media: IG/Twitter: @LatinxTherapy, Facebook: Latinx Therapy.  If you’d like to contribute to the projects and the podcast, please consider donating to our fundraiser.  Find a Therapist: http://www.latinxtherapy.com Resources Mentioned in Episode:  Book: It’s Ok that You’re Not Ok- Megan Devine (available in Spanish)   The National Grief Center for Children & Families: dougy.org    Groups in SoCal: ourhouse-grief.org (free groups & education for children & adults)   Nationwide: Google your state’s Victims of Crime program for free counseling (for victims of crimes)

    Season 4 Trailer!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2021 8:51


    Welcome to Season 4! We made it fam!    In this trailer, founder of Latinx Therapy, Adriana Alejandre gives insight as to how season 4 will be structured and updates you all on some life changes.    If you are new to Latinx Therapy, feel free to catch up on other episodes that catch your eye & we recommend sharing a Spanish episode with a family member, too. Use #latinxtherapy on social media to refer to the podcast!   Adriana will discuss various mental health topics with not only Latinx mental health professionals, but also with community members. Our episodes stay focused on the myths carried in our culture from generations ago, with a decolonized perspective.    If you’d like to contribute to the projects and the podcast, please consider donating to our fundraiser: https://donorbox.org/latinxtherapy    For more information and bilingual resources, visit latinxtherapy.com    Follow Us on Our Channels:  Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @latinxtherapy 

    Break the Stigma with Founder of Consent Parenting!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2021 29:13


    Trigger Warning- In this episode we discuss sexual abuse & there is a mention of porn. In this special Break the Stigma episode, and final segment of Season 3, we get to know Rosalia Rivera- a coach, consent educator specialist, mom and founder of Consent Parenting. We learn about digital safety and ways to protect our children from online predators, whether they are strangers or people you & your child may know. We discuss ways human traffickers use online spaces to access children, demystify the myths around online safety and educate you on what grooming may look like. add: red flags and signs to notice in your children About our guest, Rosalia Rivera: Consent Parenting: https://www.consentparenting.com/ Her Podcast: https://aboutconsent.com Facebook: Consent Parenting Instagram: @consentparenting If you like this episode, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Follow us on social media: IG/Twitter: @LatinxTherapy, Facebook: Latinx Therapy.  To support this cause please consider donating, contact us at info@latinxtherapy.com or donate via Venmo  @latinxtherapy.  Find a Therapist: www.latinxtherapy.com/therapist Resources from Episode: Amaze.org (Eng/Spa) CommonSenseMedia.org (Eng/Spa)

    Salud Mental de los Jóvenes Inmigrantes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2021 25:37


    En este segmento, tenemos una discusión con Stephanie Del Chiaro, terapeuta licenciada de matrimonio y familia, y también la fundadora de su consultorio en San Francisco, CA. Hablamos sobre las implicaciones emocionales del estatus migratorio, familia, educación, e intervenciones que ayudarán a los jóvenes inmigrantes en terapia. Información sobre nuestra invitada, Stephanie: Instagram: @sdc_therapy Puede comunicarse con Stephanie y su práctica en: sites.google.com/stephaniedelchiaro.org/therapy/home  Stephanie también es un miembro de nuestro directorio: latinxtherapy.com/therapists/stephanie-del-chiaro-lmft/  Si te gusta este episodio, déjanos un comentario en Apple Podcasts Review.  Síguenos en las redes: IG/Twitter: @LatinxTherapy, Facebook: Latinx Therapy.  Para apoyar esta causa, considere hacer una donación para ayudar con los costos de producción.Venmo @LatinxTherapy.  Encuentre un terapeuta: www.latinxtherapy.com/find-a-therapist Recursos mencionado en el segmento: Informed Immigrant: https://www.informedimmigrant.com/ Immigrants Rising: https://immigrantsrising.org/  First5 CA: https://www.first5california.com/en-us/  Servicios legales: https://www.chirla.org/  Dreamers RoadMap- para becas: http://dreamersroadmap.org/ 

    Immigrant Youth's Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2021 29:32


    In this episode we speak with Stephanie Del Chiaro who is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of her private practice in San Francisco, CA. We discuss the mental health implications of immigration status, family, school issues, and interventions that are helpful for immigrant youth in therapy.  Information about Our Guest: Stephanie Del Chiaro: Instagram:@sdc_therapy  Check out her practice at: sites.google.com/stephaniedelchiaro.org/therapy/home  Stephanie is also a member of our directory, check out her profile: latinxtherapy.com/therapists/stephanie-del-chiaro-lmft/  If you like this episode, leave us a review on iTunes.  Follow us on social media: IG/Twitter: @LatinxTherapy, Facebook: Latinx Therapy.  To support this cause please consider donating to help with production costs. Donate via Venmo @latinxtherapy.  Find a Therapist: www.latinxtherapy.com/therapist  Resources Mentioned in Episode:  Informed Immigrant: https://www.informedimmigrant.com/ Immigrants Rising: https://immigrantsrising.org/  First5 CA: https://www.first5california.com/en-us/  Legal Services: https://www.chirla.org/  Informed Immigrant Guide for Clinicians: https://www.informedimmigrant.com/guides/daca-mental-health-providers/  Dreamers RoadMap- to find scholarships: http://dreamersroadmap.org/  Mutual Aid & Immigrant Advocate: Instagram- @EdwinSotos

    The Side Effects of Specializing in Trauma While Parenting

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 31:08


    In this episode we speak with Susana Marquez founder of Wellness Para La Mama and Marriage and Family Therapist in Long Beach, CA. We discuss what it’s like being a therapist that specializes in trauma, the mental health impact, boundaries needed with ourselves and our family, and how to remain balanced. We also briefly discuss how to become a trauma therapist. Follow Susana on Instagram: @wellnessparalamama & check out her practice at: https://www.wellnessparalamama.com/.com  If you like this episode, leave us a review on iTunes.  Follow us on social media: IG/Twitter: @LatinxTherapy, Facebook: Latinx Therapy.  To support this cause please consider donating, contact us at info@latinxtherapy.com or go ahead via Venmo handle is @latinxtherapy.  Resources:  Find a Therapist: www.latinxtherapy.com/therapist  OpenPathCollective.org 

    Salud Mental para Padres

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 18:03


    En este episodio, tenemos una discusión introductoria sobre la salud mental de los padres con un enfoque en los padres maternos. Discutimos qué factores deben considerar los padres para su salud mental, los factores de riesgo para los padres latinos, como el estado migratorio o la aculturación, qué hacer si un padre necesita apoyo. Además, discutimos el cambio de mentalidad generacional en lo que respecta a la salud mental, y como recibir tratamiento. Nuestra invitada es Emilia Ortega-Jara, trabajadora social clínica licenciada, psicoterapeuta de Xicana y propietaria de la práctica grupal Corazón Counseling Service. Puede comunicarse con Emilia y con el equipo de consejería de Corazón en el sitio web: www.corazoncounseling.com correo electrónico: therapy@corazoncounseling.com Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/corazoncounseling Instagram @corazoncounseling Recursos Encuentre un terapeuta Latinx: latinxtherapy.com Parent Support International - Charla (gratuita) con un terapeuta: www.postpartum.net/get-help/chat-with-an-expert/ 1.800.944.4773 Consulte los recursos del distrito escolar para niños para conocer los grupos de apoyo Primeros 5 de California: http://www.first5california.com Artículo sobre padres y salud mental de Mental Health Foundation https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/p/parents-and-mental-health

    ¿Qué es la terapia de juego?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 12:59


    La terapia de juego se basa en el uso del juego como elemento de comunicación. Esta terapia puede llegar a exteriorizar las emociones y experiencias de manera simbólica, para niñxs entre las edades de 3 a 12. Andrea Vargas es una consejera de salud mental, con licencia en Florida, con certificaciones en Play Therapy, FirstPlay y con capacitación en desensibilización y reprocesamiento de movimientos oculares (EMDR), igualmente es la presidenta del Sur de Florida de la Asociación Estatal de Terapia de Juego. Visiten su página web: www.andreavargaslmhc.com Encuéntrenla en Instagram y Facebook: @andreavargaslmhc Recursos:Información sobre terapia de juego: https://psicologiaymente.com/clinica/terapia-de-juego Encuentre un terapeuta en nuestro directorio: www.latinxtherapy.com/find-a-therapist

    What is Play Therapy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 22:59


    Play Therapy is a specialized psychotherapy approach for working with children and helping them process their feelings using toys & games. Andrea Vargas is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, EMDR trained and a Certified FirstPlay Practitioner. She is also the South Chapter Chair for The Florida Association for Play Therapy. Her practice is located in Weston, Florida where she serves children of all ages, teens, and their families, as well as college students. Learn more here: www.andreavargaslmhc.com Follow her on Instagram and Facebook: @andreavargaslmhc Resources:Learn about Play Therapy: www.a4pt.org Virtual Play Room: Bumblebls.com/product/vpr Find a Latinx Therapist (Directory): www.latinxtherapy.com/find-a-therapist Supporting the Latinx Therapy Podcast: Latinx Therapists, sign-up for our therapist network or monthly consultations: www.latinxtherapy.com/join Donate $3 a month at donorbox.org/latinxtherapy Place an ad on the podcast: info@latinxtherapy.com

    Parents' Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 19:32


    In this episode, we have an introductory discussion on parents’ mental health with a focus on maternal parents. We discuss what factors parents have to consider for their mental health, risk factors for Latinx parents such as immigration status or acculturation, what to do if a parent is in need of support, and we discuss the generational mindset shift when it comes to mental health and getting treatment. Our guest is Emilia Ortega- Jara who is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker is a Xicana psychotherapist & owner of the group practice, Corazón Counseling Service. You can reach Emilia and the Corazon Counseling Team Website-www.corazoncounseling.com email: therapy@corazoncounseling.com Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/corazoncounseling Instagram @corazoncounseling   Resources Find a Latinx Therapist : latinxtherapy.com   Parent Support International: (Free) Chat with a Therapist: www.postpartum.net/get-help/chat-with-an-expert/ 1.800.944.4773 Check children’s school district resources for support groups First 5 California: http://www.first5california.com Parents and Mental Health Article from Mental Health Foundation https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/p/parents-and-mental-health

    Lucia Rios: Her Story with Postpartum Depression

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 34:20


    Trigger Warning: Postpartum Depression Lucia Rios is a mom of two and the founder of Twisted Cotton Candy and Churro Service –  gourmet catering services with a unique Latinx twist! She offers custom carts at events and cotton candy walls. Entrepreneurship came into her life as a means to a need after being diagnosed with postpartum depression. In this episode, we discuss Lucia’s experience with postpartum depression, the thoughts and stigma, as well as what her recovery journey was like. Did you know that Latinas are 37 percent more likely than other groups to suffer from postpartum depression? It is estimated that Latinas living in the U.S. have a higher risk of developing postpartum depression compared to others, with even higher risk among immigrant Latinas. Connect with Lucia: Instagram & Facebook: @twistedforsugar Cotton Candy https://www.twisted4sugar.com Churro Service: @churroservice https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTc9Ky5kNI_5PWX127ppSfp1FKgTvoFF6IOSbnb4P2C-xa2A/viewform Resources: Find a Latinx Therapist: www.latinxtherapy.com Get  Help in English or Español  with postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/help-for-moms/ Statistic in Episode: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/latinas-at-higher-risk-of-postpartum-depression_n_2315969 Sponsor: Consent Parenting http://www.aboutconsent.com/protect  CONSENT Parenting is an online platform for survivor parents to learn how to empower their kids about body safety, boundaries and consent to protect them from abuse. Sign up for their CHILD PREDATOR PROTECTION MASTERCLASS to learn the 3 things you can do to protect your kids from (online + offline) 'predatory grooming' so that your kids are not targeted and can prevent abuse.? Use code: LATINX to get 50% off the class on aboutconsent.com/protect.

    El Abuso Sexual en Jóvenes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2020 19:28


    Advertencia: La información compartida en este segmento es sobre el abuso sexual. De todas las víctimas menores de 18 años, 2 de cada 3 tienen entre 12 a 17 años. Una en cada 9 niñas y uno en cada 53 niños son victimas de abuso a mano de adultos. 93% de los agresores es alguien quien el victima conoce. Nuestra invitada de este segmento es Dra. Lydiana García. Ella es una psicóloga de Puerto Rico que practica en Los Ángeles. Dra. García nos ayuda a entender que es el abuso sexual, hablamos de estadísticas del abuso de niños, habla sobre señales que los niños pueden tener si han sido abusados y nos da recomendaciones sobre que hacer si sospechamos de un abuso. También hablamos sobre lo que la cultura nos ensena de mantener secretos y los efectos que trae el abuso sexual en toda la familia. Pueden seguir a Dra. Lydiana en Instagram y el Facebook: @dr.lydianagarcia La pagina web de ella es: www.beyondresiliencelife.com Recursos: Encuentre un terapeuta Latinx: www.latinxtherapy.com Que hacer si sospecha abuso, y los señales: https://www.rainn.org/articles/qu%C3%A9-hacer-si-sospecha-que-est%C3%A1n-lastimando-una-ni%C3%B1oa Cómo Afrontar el Shock del Abuso Sexual Intrafamiliar: Información para Padres y Cuidadores https://www.nctsn.org/resources/como-afrontar-el-shock-del-abuso-sexual-intrafamiliar-informacion-para-padres-y-cuidadores Folleto Informativo Sobre el Abuso Sexual Infantil: Para Padres, Maestros y Demás Cuidadores https://www.nctsn.org/resources/folleto-informativo-sobre-el-abuso-sexual-infantil-para-padres-maestros-y-demas-cuidadores Recuperarse Del Daño (Un libro bilingüe)

    Sexual Abuse in Teens

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020 26:58


    Trigger Warning: The information shared here may be found triggering for individuals who have personally experienced sexual abuse or assault at any point of their lives. Please prioritize your inner needs, take breaks from the episode if you choose to listen. Of all victims under age 18, 2 out of 3 are within the ages of 12 and 17. One in 9 girls and 1 in 53 boys under the age of 18 experience sexual abuse or assault at the hands of adults. 93% of the perpetrators is someone the survivors knows.  Dr. Lydiana Garcia is a Boricua licensed psychologist in Los Angeles, CA and shares with us what sexual abuse is, statistics on child sexual abuse, common signs teens may have if they have been abused, recommended way of handling not only a suspicion of abuse, but also the disclosure of sexual abuse. We also talk about common cultural things such as secrets and the effects that sexual abuse on a young family member has on the entire family system.  Follow her on Instagram and Facebook: @dr.lydianagarciawww.beyondresiliencelife.com About our Sponsor CONSENTparenting™: www.aboutconsent.com/protect "CONSENTparenting™ is an online platform for survivor parents to learn how to empower their kids about body safety, boundaries and consent to protect them from abuse. Sign up for their CHILD PREDATOR PROTECTION MASTERCLASS to learn the 3 things you can do to protect your kids from (online + offline) 'predatory grooming' so that your kids are not targeted and can prevent abuse.  Use code: LATINX to get 50% off the class on aboutconsent.com/protect." Resources: Find a Latinx Therapist: www.latinxtherapy.com/therapists www.RAINN.org Helping Your Child Recover from Sexual Abuse When Your Child has Been Molested (A Parents Guide) Healing the Harm Done (Bilingual Book) Sign up for our therapist network: www.latinxtherapy.com/sign-up Sign up for our Patreon to support: www.patreon.com/latinxtherapy

    Abuso de Alcohol en la Cultura

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2020 26:37


    En este segmento sobre abuso de sustancias, damos la bienvenida a Genesis Games, LMHC de Miami, Florida. Ella nos habla de su experiencia profesional con el abuso de alcohol, cómo se define el abuso de alcohol, los efectos que tiene sobre el individuo y la familia, los mitos detrás de esto en nuestra cultura, la mejor manera de apoyar a alguien con este problema y comparte recursos para los miembros de la familia para utilizar. Si te gusta este episodio, déjanos una reseña en iTunes! Para apoyar esta causa, considere donar, contáctenos en info@latinxtherapy.com o continúe a través de Venmo handle @latinxtherapy.  Síganos en las redes sociales: IG / Twitter: @LatinxTherapy, Facebook: Latinx Therapy Para Aprender Sobre Nuestra Invitada: Genesis Games, Instagram @themiamitherapist http://themiamitherapist.com Recursos Bilingüe:  Encuentre un terapeuta: www.latinxtherapy.com/therapist Alcohólicos Anónimos: www.aa.org SAHMSA: https://www.samhsa.gov  Línea de Ayuda: 1-800-662-4357  

    Substance Abuse in the Latinx Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2020 42:54


    In this episode on substance abuse, we welcome Genesis Games, LMHC from Miami, Florida. She sheds light on her knowledge with alcohol abuse, how alcohol abuse is defined, the effects it has on the individual and the family, the myths behind it in our culture & the best way to support someone with this issue. Follow Genesis on Instagram: @themiamitherapist & check out her practice at: www.TheMiamiTherapist.com  If you like this episode, we would greatly appreciate a review on iTunes. Follow us on social media: IG/Twitter: @LatinxTherapy, Facebook: Latinx Therapy.  To support this cause please consider donating, contact us at info@latinxtherapy.com or go ahead via Venmo handle is @latinxtherapy.  Resources:  Find a Therapist: www.latinxtherapy.com/therapist  Alcoholics Anonymous: www.aa.org Smart Recovery: www.smartrecovery.org For articles & resources check out SAHMSA: https://www.samhsa.gov  National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357   Sponsor: CONSENTparenting™ is an online platform for survivor parents to learn how to empower their kids about body safety, boundaries and consent to protect them from abuse. Sign up for their CHILD PREDATOR PROTECTION MASTERCLASS to learn the 3 things you can do to protect your kids from (online + offline) 'predatory grooming' so that your kids are not targeted and can prevent abuse. You can break the cycle. Use code: LATINX to get 50% off the class, here http://aboutconsent.com/protect

    Season 3: Children's Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2020 10:59


    Season 3 will be dedicated to Children's Mental Health topics. Please note that I recorded many of these interviews in 2018 but just was not been able to edit and release them due to many schedule changes I had in my life in 2019. The reason why I had thought of having a whole season on children mental health is truly because there’s a child in all of us, so even if you are not a parent or caregiver, this is for anyone who grew up as a child in the Latinx culture.  In this trailer, I give a few updates with Latinx Therapy including We opened a wellness center in Burbank, CA and are renting office spaces & have a group/training room for events (fits 30 people). We are also renting our podcast studio for $12/hr. calendly.com/latinxtherapy Latinx Therapy is launching a speaker directory so organizations can find a Latinx mental health professional for workshops, panels, keynotes & more. Check us out on our site!  Our Therapist-Directory is growing! Find your Latinx Therapist on www.latinxtherapy.com/therapists If you need to use your insurance, check out our Resources tab & select "Non-Profits" then filter by state and "mental health." Sponsorships/ad spots on the podcast for Latinx small business owners, fill out if interested in 15-second pre-roll ads: https://forms.gle/rQgN4a5hHoGZsiQQ6 I will be posting my events and upcoming speaking engagements on my homepage of our website, and on my Facebook, Instagram & Twitter. Follow us: @latinxtherapy  Thank you for all your support! Next episode is set to release on Tuesday or Wednesday of next week! 

    La Cultura & Codependency

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2020 78:47


    What is codependency for you? The following therapists use personal examples but also examples they use in the therapy setting. We define codependency, discuss cultural signs that may indicate we are codependent, overcoming codependency & more.  Our speakers were: Luis Cornejo, LMFT @psychosocial_media https://psychosocial.media/ Stefany Fuentes, LMFT @vidacounselingandconsulting http://stefanydfuentes.com/ Claudette Meystayer, LCSW– Nicaragua – addictions - @therapywithclaudette https://latinxtherapy.com/therapist/claudette-mestayer-lcsw/ Evelyn Mejia, LMFT - @lamaripositahealing http://www.communitywellsf.com/evelyn-mejia-psychotherapy-services We were hosted by Palo Alto University’s campus. Resources: Find a Latinx Therapist: www.latinxtherapy.com Codependent anonymous groups: www.CODA.org 11 síntomas característicos de la codependencia emocional https://psicologiaymente.com/pareja/sintomas-codependencia-emocional Book: Anger Management Essentials https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0615964001/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0615964001&linkCode=as2&tag=latinxthera00-20&linkId=95129a4b3516299beed1b061607a6844 Book: Codependent No More by Melanie Beattie  Book: Women Who Love Too Much by Robin Norwood Therapists- To sign up for our directory, visit www.latinxtherapy.com/sign-up For any other questions, contact us at info@latinxtherapy.com  

    When God And Therapy Are Both Okay

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2019 40:04


     Yanira Peña, LMFT from Tustin, CA is one of our two season closers. We recorded this special episode on May 18th, 2019 LIVE in front of 70 people who attended our 1 year celebration in Los Angeles. This episode discusses the separation of religion, therapy and mental health. We review common misconceptions through her experience of being raised Catholic and now practicing Christianity. Yanira discloses a personal experience where she needed to embrace both religion and therapy. She uses both her professional and personal experience with this topic! We do want to advise that there is a trigger warning discussing miscarriage. If you like the episode, leave us a review on itunes! To support this cause please consider donating, contact us at info@latinxtherapy.com or go ahead via Venmo handle is @latinxtherapy. Follow us on social media: IG/Twitter: @LatinxTherapy, Facebook: Latinx Therapy Resources: Yanira Peña, Instagram: @nbcounselingtc_105 (https://www.nbcounselingtc.com) Find a Therapist: www.latinxtherapy.com/therapists Article for Loss & Grief in Pregnancy & Postpartum: https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/loss-grief-in-pregnancy-postpartum/ Our vendors and sponsors included these amazing small business owners who are also mental health advocates: @skintosoul_ -herbal infused hand made products like soaps, candles, scrubs… @churroservice – gourmet churros for events @twisted4sugar – uniquely flavored cotton candy (abuelitas chocolate, horchata, hot cheeto flavor, etc.) @claudiaspastriez – custom pastries like cake pops & cookies in the Inland Empire To be a show sponsor, email us at: info@latinxtherapy.com

    ¿Y EL NOVIO?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2019 30:09


    Zeahlot Lopez, LMFT, LPCC from Sherman Oaks, CA is one of our two season closers. We recorded this special episode on May 18th, 2019 LIVE in front of 70 people who attended our 1 year celebration in Los Angeles. This episode discusses the personal impact of being asked “¿y el novio?” but also how to empower yourself to remove the frustration that stems from this question. Zeahlot uses both her professional and personal experience with this topic! Our vendors and sponsors included these amazing small business owners who are also mental health advocates: @skintosoul_ -herbal infused hand made products like soaps, candles, scrubs… @churroservice – gourmet churros for events @twisted4sugar – uniquely flavored cotton candy (abuelitas chocolate, horchata, hot cheeto flavor, etc.) @claudiaspastriez – custom pastries like cake pops & cookies in the Inland Empire If you like the episode, leave us a review on itunes! To support this cause please consider donating, contact us at info@latinxtherapy.com or go ahead via Venmo handle is @latinxtherapy Resources: Zeahlot Lopez, Instagram: @vidatherapy (www.vidatherapy.co) Find a Therapist: www.latinxtherapy.com/therapists Latinas Give Reasons Why They Don’t Want Children: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/news/a34405/im-latina-and-i-dont-want-kids/

    Break the Stigma with Dior Vargas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2019 29:09


    Welcome to our last break the stigma segment of this season! This special episode on Mental Health Awareness month concludes Season 2 and we will begin Season 3 with Children's Mental Health next week! Today’s guest is Dior Vargas - a Latina Feminist Mental Health Activist living in New York City. She is the creator of the People of Color and Mental Illness Photo Project, a response to the invisibility of people of color in the media representation of mental illness. She is also the editor of The Color of My Mind, a photo essay book based on the photo project. Dior tours the country giving keynotes, hosting workshops, and speaking on panels. Her work has been featured in many media outlets such as Forbes, NBC News Latino, and The Guardian. She has received The White House Champion of Change for Disability Advocacy Across Generations award and is currently a Master of Public Health Candidate at NYU's College of Global Public Health.  TRIGGER WARNING: Part of Dior’s story is her experience with suicidality. We talk about this throughout her entire episode.  Resources: Visit: www.latinxtherapy.com/therapists to find a Latinx Therapist near you. Suicide Prevention Hotline Call 1-800-273-8255 for free, bilingual 24-hour support. Crisis Text Line: Anyone in the US can text: 741741 to get the support they need. Little Things to Curb Depression from Buzzfeed: https://www.buzzfeed.com/anthonyrivas/little-things-to-curb-depression Mental Health Professionals: If you would like to sign up for the directory, use discount code: LATINXT2 to get 2 months free (pay $151 instead of $181). Get access to our private Facebook group of Latinx Therapists, client referrals, monthly peer consultation groups, discounts & more!  To Help Our Community Projects: Please consider donating to us via Venmo @LatinxTherapy, or Zelle: info@latinxtherapy.com to help us with our next community mental health event.   

    La Ansiedad Cuando Limpiamos

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 20:31


    Hoy hablamos de un importante valor cultural, la limpieza. Es posible que no se ha realizado, pero la forma en que se nos enseña a limpiar y la razón por la que hacemos la limpieza tiene implicaciones para la salud mental que pasan inadvertidamente porque se realizan de forma automática y / o diaria. Para muchas personas en nuestra comunidad, la limpieza es uno de los elementos que nos da estatus, o quizás una de las cosas sobre las que realmente tenemos control. Discutimos la vergüenza que ha tenido la limpieza, las inseguridades de pedir ayuda para la limpieza, o incluso contratar ayuda para la limpieza, de dónde proviene el resentimiento cuando hay una falta de ayuda, limpieza cuando se trata de niños y cómo reconciliar los estilos de limpieza con otros con quien vivimos con. Nuestra invitada: Lorena Salazar es una latina de primera generación criada en Inglewood California. Se especializa en hijos, adultos y parejas casadas que están cuidando a un adulto mayor y / o alguien con una enfermedad degenerativa como el Alzheimers, y práctica en Torrence, California. Ella creció en un hogar mexicano donde la salud mental nunca se hablo de o incluso se reconoció, sino que se vio como un "defecto personal" o característica personal. La madre de Lorena era una limpiadora de casa y se dio cuenta de que en realidad era un mecanismo de afrontamiento para los adultos en su hogar. Hasta hace poco no sé habido discusiones abiertamente de la salud mental en su familia. Para obtener más información sobre la invitada de hoy, Lorena Salazar, visite: www.mysouthbaytherapy.com Instagram / Facebook: @MySouthBayTherapy, llame al 424-241-0861 Recursos: Encuentra un terapeuta Latinx: latinxtherapy.com Limpieza por una razón: gratis para mujeres que luchan contra el cáncer: https://cleaningforareason.org/ Ayuda de limpieza para personas mayores: Autoridad de Vivienda- 1-866-557-7368 Asistencia de limpieza de servicios para familias judías para personas mayores- 213-383-2273 Asiste a nuestra fiesta de cumpleaños en Los Ángeles: https://events.eventzilla.net/e/latinx-therapy-turns-one--2138720657 Síguenos en las redes sociales: Instagram / Twitter / Facebook / Venmo: @Latinx Therapy   Para apoyar el podcast, suscríbase, evalúe y deje un comentario en Apple Podcasts o iTunes, ¡o considere donar a través de Venmo!

    The Shame & Anxiety Behind Cleaning

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2019 28:19


    Today we discuss an important cultural value, cleaning. It may not be realized but the manner in which we are taught to clean and why we clean has mental health implications that go unnoticed because it’s done on an automatic and/or daily basis. For a lot of people in our community, cleaning is one of the elements that gives us status, or perhaps one of the things that we truly have control over. We discuss the shame that cleaning has had, the insecurities of asking for cleaning help, or even hiring cleaning help, where resentment comes from when there is a lack of help, cleaning when it comes to children & how to reconcile cleaning styles with others you live with. Our Guest: Lorena Salazar is a first-generation Latina raised in Inglewood California. She specializes in adult children and spouses who are caring for an elder adult and/or someone with a degenerative disease such as Alzheimer’s, and has a practice in Torrence, CA. She grew up in a Mexican household where mental health was never addressed or even acknowledged, instead it was seen as a “personal flaw” or personal characteristic. Lorena’s mom was a housecleaner, and realized that it was actually coping mechanism for the adults in her home. It wasn’t until recently that mental health has been discussed openly in her family. To learn more about today’s guest, Lorena Salazar visit: www.mysouthbaytherapy.com Instagram/Facebook: @MySouthBayTherapy, Call 424-241-0861  Resources: Find a Latinx Therapist: latinxtherapy.com Cleaning for a Reason- Free for women battling cancer: https://cleaningforareason.org/ Cleaning help for Seniors: Housing Authority- 1-866-557-7368 Jewish Family Services Cleaning Assistance for Seniors- 213-383-2273 Attend our Birthday Party in Los Angeles: https://events.eventzilla.net/e/latinx-therapy-turns-one--2138720657 Follow us on social media: Instagram/Twitter/Facebook/Venmo: @Latinx Therapy To support the podcast, please subscribe, rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or iTunes, or consider donating via Venmo!

    Break the Stigma with Carmen & Lupe Andrade, Advocates & Siamese Twins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2019 17:53


    Welcome to our first Break the Stigma segment of 2019! Today our special guests are Carmen and Lupe Andrade, 18 year old Latinas attending Northwestern Connecticut Community College. Carmen and Lupe are congenital twins from Veracruz, MX who moved to the US when they were 2 years old. Today we talk about their views of mental health & they share a personal important factor when seeking a therapist. We also discuss myths about congenital twins and what their support looks like! Carmen’s Instagram: @andrade_mcarmen Lupe’s Instagram: @andrade_glupe YouTube channel: Carmen and Lupita Follow us on social media @LatinxTherapy and visit www.latinxtherapy.com to get all your bilingual resources.   Episode sponsor: Graphic Designer: Vero Orozco, Checkout her Instagram: @verodorozco and website www.verodorozco.com to get your next beautiful design!

    Nalgona Positivity Pride Talks Body Positivity & Disordered Eating

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2019 27:23


    Trigger Warning: Disordered Eating Topic We are back from a mid-season break! Expect episodes weekly going forward! Today’s guest is Gloria Lucas, founder of Nalgona Positivity Pride! We talk today about what Nalgona Positivity Pride is, why it started, disordered eating, the diet culture, what body positivity means, historical trauma with disordered eating,  the history of native foods along with the colonization and shame of those foods, techniques for loving your body and much more!  Gloria Lucas talks to us about some points! She is a Xicana womxn from California and founded Nalgona Positivity Pride (NPP) in 2014  after years of dealing with the lack of women of color representation in the eating disorder awareness community. Like the womxn of color that came before, she creates spaces for marginalized folks to support each other and heal from the trauma of colonialism, eurocentric beauty ideals, and disordered eating in communities of color. NPP lectures, hosts events, offers business consultation, hosts support groups, and creates social media content as a way to reach out to and empowers the individuals whose bodies are systematically at the margins of white/ mainstream ‘body positivity’ movements. Follow NPP on social media @NalgonaPositivityPride and check out their website for more info:  https://www.nalgonapositivitypride.com/ Sponsor for today’s show: ChilOso Gummy Bears. www.chilosogummybear.com Find them on Instagram & Facebook! The directory on Latinx Therapy is up! If you are a mental health professional in private practice and looking to get enrolled in our directory, email me at info@latinxtherapy.com to sign up!  Resource: If you or someone you know is struggling with disordred eating, you can contact the National Eating Disorders Association Helpline at no cost: 1-800-931-2237 . You can also text  741741 and a trained volunteer will get in touch with you. https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org Readings Suggested from Nalgona Positivity Pride: A Flood of Tears and Blood by Eduardo Galeano (found on pg. 38) http://www.uky.edu/~tmute2/nature-society/password-protect/nature-society-pdfs/eduardo-galeano-open-veins-excerpts.pdf Colonization, Food, and the Practice of Eating by Dr. Linda Alvarez for Food Empowerment Project http://www.foodispower.org/colonization-food-and-the-practice-of-eating/

    BONUS- Details of the new website!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2018 10:48


    The website is LIVE. You can find it on www.latinxtherapy.com! This website is fully bilingual and you'll be able to find the newest directory of Latinx Therapists and Psychologists. We are still undergoing sign ups so please be patient with us. In this directory there are very culture specific realities that you can choose from such as English Speaking Anxiety, Farmworkers, Immigration, Acculturation, among many others. You can find professionals who are conducting immigration evaluations, too! In the website you’ll find bilingual recommended books, mental health YouTube channels, downloadable pdfs, mental health apps, a mental health screening from Mental Health America who I have partnered with, and bilingual non-profits that serve the community for free or low cost in the following areas: mental heath, legal, education, and community like food banks or job trainings. You can filter by state and need. All the shows are currently being transcribed so that our deaf and hard of hearing community can have access to them. They should be complete by next week! I really want my site to be fully accessible to all. We also have new shirts for our new campaign! All shirts are on sale for $17 instead of $22. You can contact us at info@latinxtherapy.com to place your order. Within the next week you'll be able to order it online. Homepage Artwork by: Favianna Rodriguez Read Favianna Rodgriguez’s Q&A with Ben & Jerry: https://www.benjerry.com/whats-new/2018/10/qa-favianna-rodriguez Partnerships: Mental Health America: http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/  DREAMers Roadmap:  http://www.dreamersroadmap.com/  Follow us on social media: @LatinxTherapy 

    My Teen Pregnancy Story- Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2018 27:35


    Welcome back to My Teen Pregnancy Story Part 2! Did you all know that Less than 2% of teen moms earn a college degree by age 30? Roughly 229,715 teens between 15 and 19 became pregnant in 2015. Latinas have the highest teen-pregnancy rate of any group. The birth rate (per 1,000 girls) for white teens in California is nine, compared to a rate of 29 for Latina teens. As I mentioned though, the rates for teen pregnancies in our community is drastically decreasing and I think a large part of this is due to the openness and education that we are sharing as generations go by. In this episode, I go into what it was like to confront my ex's family, being in college with a son, what my schedule looked like, my dreams and wishes as a 20-year old, how I was stigmatized as a teen mom, and I give advice to parents who have teen mom daughters. There is often control because of their age, but I talk about the disservice and identity formation that is occurring. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes/Apple Podcasts!  Resources:  Planned Parenthood for Parents: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/parents  If you would like to donate to the podcast, you can do so on Venmo @LatinxTherapy, or Zelle sponsor@latinxtherapy.com . All proceeds will go to the community projects.

    My Teen Pregnancy Story- Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2018 28:16


    Teen pregnancy is defined by someone who has a child between the ages of 13-19. About 750,000 teens get pregnant each year, mostly between the ages 17 to 19 (Kost, et al., 2010).  While Latinxs currently have the highest teen birth rates, they have also had a dramatic recent decline in rates. Since 2007, the teen birth rate has declined by 58% for Latinx, compared with declines of 53% for African Americans and 47% for Caucasians. In this solo episode, I share my personal experience with getting pregnant at age 19 and becoming a single mother during my undergraduate schooling in Santa Barbara, CA. I discuss general and personal mental health effects, cultural beliefs and common mentalities that Latinx teens and their parents experience.  I also explore the barriers to sex education, such as family beliefs, shame, and Catholicism. I provide advice to young girls, parents and therapists. Next time I will continue with my story and talk about the collectivistic views with family postpartum  adjustment and the high status that is achieved with childbearing in the Latinx culture.  Resources: Teen Line https://teenlineonline.org/ : 310-855-4673, or text TEEN to 839863 Birth Control Methods: https://mydoctor.kaiserpermanente.org/ncal/structured-content/#/Health_Topic_Birth_Control_Choosing_a_Method.xml Tool- Find the Right Method That Works for You: https://mydoctor.kaiserpermanente.org/ncal/birthcontrol/#/  Find Various Program for Parents & Teens: https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/preventing/promoting/parenting/pregnant-teens/  WIC in CA for Free formula, diapers, healthy food, lactating classes & more: https://wicforfamilies.org/  Statistics were referenced from: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nvsr/nvsr67/nvsr67_01.pdf Kost K, et al. (2010). U.S. Teenage pregnancies, births and abortions: National and state trends and trends by race and ethnicity. Guttmacher Institute.

    Break the Stigma with Noemi Gonzalez

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2018 44:37


    Welcome to the second break the stigma episode of this season! Today we talk with an actress and mental health advocate, Noemi Gonzalez. Noemí Gonzalez is a first-generation immigrant from Mexico and a first-generation actress from within her family. Noemi is best known in her standout role as “Soli Gomez” in the hit series East Los High on Hulu. You might have also seen her in films such as Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones, The Vatican Tapes, Traces and recurring in television shows such as The Kicks, Rosewood, Gang Related and more. She has also been featured in theatre productions, several commercials, and was hand-selected to be an ABC Diversity Showcase Participant. Currently Noemi is making her daytime debut as Mia Rosales on The Young and The Restless. Today, we dive into her story of strength as it relates to her family and experience with therapy. Noemi opens up about her older brother’s diagnosis with bipolar and schizophrenia, and her younger brother’s diagnosis with autism, and where they are all at now in life. ****TRIGGER WARNING: ABUSE (sexual)****18:22 and on. She talks to us about her experience with her childhood religion and how her congregation took care of the sexual abuse she encountered as a minor. Noemi shares exclusively with us about the stigma and shame about attending therapy for those in the acting industry. Here are the time markers: 5:42 is where Noemi’s background story begins 6:49 sidetracked by my wedding 8:20 begin to talk about her family’s view of mental health & 10:39 we talk about the effects of being parentified & how our culture sees someone as “functioning” when they do not have a diagnosis 18:22 growing up Jehovah's Witness & sexual abuse, DCFS & the start of therapy experience 22:42 my dog interrupts the interview briefly 23:50 Noemi talks more about experience and view of therapy 25:28 challenges of being an  actress 27:33 the evolution of the stigma in the acting industry about therapy & the worries of being a high profile/celebrity client and being in therapy 30:16 advice for families experiencing a mental illness diagnosis 35:45 boundaries Noemi needed to maintain your mental health & examples If you or a family member are struggling with your mental health, or have questions about it, contact the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or email at info@nami.org. If you’d like to reach out to Noemi, you can find her on Instagram @iamnoemigonzalez Check out Latinx Therapy’s new website filled with resources! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook: @latinxtherapy  If you are a therapist that works with the Latinx community, and are in private practice, be sure to sign up to become an official member of Latinx Therapy.

    Una Experiencia AfroLatinx

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2018 28:34


    En este segmento, hablamos de lo que se significa ser AfroLatinx, ejemplos de discriminación y micro-agresiones, y los varios efectos de la salud mental con este tema.   Ser AfroLatinx significa ser negro/a o de afrodescendientes, y de un país de Latino América. Para otros, se significa ser uno de los países AfroLatinx como República Dominicana, Nicaragua, Honduras, Cuba, Haití, Puerto Rico, o Guatemala. Conocemos a Jersey Garcia: Ella es una consejera familiar y de parejas, Coach de Relaciones, y mediadora familiar, que vive en el sur de la Florida, y disfruta ayudando a mujeres y parejas afrodescendientes y latinxs, a navegar la experiencia humana de relacionarse desde un espacio de honestidad, felicidad y conexión. Su pronombre preferido es “ella” y las 5 cosas que generalmente le traen una gran sonrisa a su cara son: acurrucarse en la cama con sus hijos; podcasts; onomatopeyas dominicanas; reggaetón; y mangú con queso frito. Recursos: Visiten la página de Jersey para saber más sobre sus servicios: www.jerseygarcia.com Un articulo del 2017 de el ser Afri Latino (via Al Día News):  http://aldianews.com/es/articles/culture/el-ser-afro-latino/45509   

    An AfroLatinx Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2018 34:39


    My guest today for episode 7 is Jersey Garcia. In this episode, she talks to us about her realities of identifying as AfroLatinx, and looking more of African descent than Latinx, a struggle often society is too afraid to bring up, but is much too common. There is a saying “no soy de aqui, ni soy de alla” that refers to: I’m neither from here, nor there.  She opens up about the discrimination she has faced due to her skin color, and the mental health effects of racism and colorism. We also go into the mentality that the Latinx race must be “improved” by dating someone of a lighter skin complexion. She provides us with the unique perspective of the insecurities of being AfroLatinx as a mental health professional. Jersey ends the segment by providing a beautiful message to anyone that is feeling split between two identities. Get to know her: Jersey Garcia is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Relationship Coach, and Family Mediator living in south Florida, who enjoys helping Black and Latinx women and couples, travel the human experience of relating from a space of honesty, happiness, and connectedness. Her preferred pronouns are she/her and the 5 things that usually bring a big smile to her face are: bed cuddles with her children; podcasts; slang words in Spanish; reggaetón music; and some soft mangú with fried cheese on top. Resource: Learn more about Jersey and the services she provides by visiting: www.jerseygarcia.com 7 Afro-Latinx Writers Whose Books We Should Be Reading- According to Fierce: https://fierce.wearemitu.com/fierce-boss-ladies/7-afro-latina-writers-whose-books-you-should-be-reading/ Follow Latinx Therapy on any social media site! Instagram/Twitter: @LatinxTherapy. Facebook: @OfficialLatinxTherapy Children's Destigmatizing tees are 35% off! Order by emailing adri@latinxtherapy.com. Adult sizes are still available for $22. 

    Children of Business Owners

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2018 53:05


    Today, I discuss how it is to grow up in businesses from a very young age with two individuals from different backgrounds, and who are also not mental health professionals. I speak with Pamela Barba from Georgia, an Ecuadorian native with a florist family business, and Zaira Gomez from Pennsylvania, whose parents are from Mexico own a pizza restaurant. Collaboratively, we share our personal experiences with what it is like to grow up in the business realm, and share our feelings about the struggles and worries of being a small business owner.  We discuss the guilt we feel in the present when we practice self-care, the hope of our parents taking over a business we did not want, and also explore how to handle fears for our parents and what it is like to have problems within family members. Most importantly, we discuss how the business world shaped us to be the adults we are now.    To find out more about Pamela Barba from Georgia (Florist business): Social Media Usernames: @MsPamelaBarba @VamosLadies  www.vamosladies.com www.mspamelabarba.com To find out more about Zaira Gomez from Pennsylvania (Restaurant business)- Twitter: @ZairaMex1 Visit www.facebook.com/officiallatinxtherapy to get the schedule of all the topics for this week's Latinx Therapists Online Invasion on Facebook in honor of Latinx Heritage Month.  To provide feedback on the podcast and this episode, please submit your information via this survey: HTTPS://WWW.SURVEYMONKEY.COM/R/6RLHXQ2

    Break the Stigma: Vivian Nuñez - Too Damn Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2018 26:02


    This is the first season’s Break the Stigma segment!  Today will be hearing Vivian’s story with grief and loss. We talk about her losing her mom in elementary school, and later as a very young adult she lost someone that was like a mother to her, Vivian’s grandmother. She shares how she adjusted and her journey with therapy. Vivian Nuñez is a writer and founder of Too Damn Young, a community and resource for teens and young adults who have lost someone they love. She lives in New York, and one of the company she writes for is Forbes. Her advocacy work is focused on dismantling the stigma around grief specifically and mental health as a whole.  To find more about Too Damn Young: http://toodamnyoung.com/ Contact Vivian Nuñez via Instagram: @vivnunez Latinx Therapists Online Invasion – This week on Instagram! Topics are in English and Spanish Mon., Sept. 24- Visit @counselingbradenton for Anxiety, @themiamitherapist for Codependency Tues., Sept. 25- Visit: @drLydianaGarcia- Sexual Assault (10am PST) Wed., Sept 26- @nicoleserranolmft- Stress Management tips (6PM PST) Thurs., Sept 27- @MindfulQuestRC - Intergenerational Trauma in Spanish 5:30PM PST                    @LatinxTherapy about trauma and PTSD at 10AM (PST) Friday, Sept. 28- @DrJanetBrito for Sex Therapy questions! 3PM (PST) If you can’t make it at the indicated time, youll have 24 hours to replay their live video. Send your questions to my Instagram @LatinxTherapy, or via email adri@latinxtherapy.com Next week this event will take over on Facebook! To support the podcast, please subscribe, rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or iTunes! Or contact me if you are interested in the De-Stigmatizing tee (adri@latinxtherapy.com). 

    El Machismo y Saliendo del Clóset

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2018 23:18


    ¡Bienvenido al episodio número 4! Este tema se ha solicitado desde que comenzó el podcast, así que me alegro de que se haya ofrecido Renato Pérez a tener esta conversación. Habrá muchos más temas relacionados con la comunidad LGBTQIA+ en otros episodios y futuras temporadas.  El machismo y el identificarse como LGBTQ es un tema importante porque en nuestra cultura, el machismo forma parte de la raíz de la homofobia. El machismo es tóxico y un tipo de masculinidad tradicional que generalmente está influenciado por 4 factores: 1- los hombres no deben ser femeninos; 2- los hombres deben ser respetados y admirados; 3- los hombres nunca deberían mostrar miedo; y 4- los hombres deberían buscar el riesgo y la aventura. Nuestro invitado es Renato Pérez, trabajador social clínico con licencia en Los Ángeles, California. En este episodio, da más detalles sobre el machismo y la historia de cómo salió del closet a su padre. Como terapeuta afirmativo de LGBTQ +, apoya a los clientes de cualquier identidad o expresión de género. Actualmente trabaja para el Departamento de Salud Mental y tiene un consultorio en Sherman Oaks, California. Para obtener más información sobre Renato Pérez: https://renatoperez.com/ Para apoyar el podcast, visite Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?c=1659021 Recursos: CENTRO LGBTQ: HTTPS://LALGBTCENTER.ORG/  El Proyecto Trevor: (866) 488-7386 PFLAG: HTTPS://WWW.PFLAG.ORG/HOTLINES  LÍNEA DIRECTA GLBT: HTTPS://WWW.GLBTHOTLINE.ORG/

    Coming Out of the Closet in a Machismo Dominated Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2018 26:11


    Welcome to episode 3! This topic has been requested since the podcast started, so I am glad Renato Perez joined me in on this conversation. There will be many more topics related to LGBTQIA+ in the episodes and seasons to come.  Machismo and identifying as LGBTQ is an important topic because in our culture, machismo is part of the root of homophobia.  Machismo is a traditional and toxic type of masculinity that in usually influenced by 4 factors: 1- men should not be feminine; 2- men must be respected and admired; 3-men should never show fear; and 4-men should seek out risk and adventure.  Our guest is Renato Pérez, Licensed Clinical Social Worked in Los Angeles, CA, who goes a bit more in depth about machismo and history with coming out to his father. As an LGBTQ+ Affirmative therapist he supports clients of any gender identity or expression. He currently works for the Department of Mental Health and has a private practice in Sherman Oaks, CA.  To learn more about today’s guest, Renato Pérez visit: https://renatoperez.com/  To support the podcast, visit Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?c=1659021 Episode Sponsored by Creative Little Gems: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Creativelittlegems Resources: LGBTQ CENTER: HTTPS://LALGBTCENTER.ORG/ The Trevor Project: (866) 488-7386    PFLAG: HTTPS://WWW.PFLAG.ORG/HOTLINES GLBT HOTLINE: HTTPS://WWW.GLBTHOTLINE.ORG/ Reported Effects of Masculine Ideals on Gay Men: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2902177/ Homosexuality & Latin American Identity w/info on Regions: http://www.jesusanthonybaez.com/blog/article-2  

    Season 2 Opener!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2018 9:11


    Welcome back everyone! So many things have been going on during the last two months. It was highly requested to record the When La Chancla Crosses the Line episode into Spanish, so we did! Let us know your feedback! Here is the link to the survey if you are interested in hearing a specific topic: HTTPS://WWW.SURVEYMONKEY.COM/R/6RLHXQ2  In honor of Latino Heritage Month I will be hosting an online invasion of Latinx Therapists starting Sept 17th until Sept 21st,  we will be on Reddit doing Ask Me Anything as it relates to topics such as couples counseling, immigration/immigration evaluations, anxiety, PTSD, mental illness, parenting, maternal mental health and chronic illness. If you have any questions about these topics, please stay tuned on any Latinx Therapy social media site to get the link to ask questions to therapists from all over the United States.  There will be other topics also available. Here are the dates and platforms where they will run: Reddit: Sept 17-Sept 21 Instagram live: Sept 24-Sept 28 Facebook Live: October 1-October 5 If you’d like to contribute to the projects and the podcast, please consider donating via Venmo at Latinx Therapy or by check. The PO BOX is 7595 in Burbank, CA 91505. Remember, if you need resources or someone to talk to, please contact me at   Adri@latinxtherapy.com for resources.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?c=1659021 Venmo: @Latinx Therapy Instagram: www.instagram.com/latinxtherapy Facebook: www.facebook.com/officiallatinxtherapy Twitter: www.twitter.com/latinxtherapy

    Cuando La Chancla Cruza La Línea

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2018 48:20


    ¡Bienvenidos a la segunda temporada! Hoy visitamos a nuestro primer segmento, pero en español. La chancla es un símbolo de disciplina corporal muy reconocido en la cultura Latina. La chancla también puede incluir cordones, cables, cinturones, ganchos, o cualquier elemento que pueda usarse para infligir dolor físico como castigo. Es una palabra que puede provoca recuerdos traumáticos y también se refiere a una forma de abuso infantil. En esta sesión especial, Maritza Plascencia, terapeuta matrimonial y familiar con licencia, comparte su experiencia personal con la chancla, y su conocimiento profesional sobre las diferencias generacionales de la chancla, el uso de este método de disciplina en las escuelas, cuando la disciplina corporal cruza el línea, cuando los profesionales necesitan reportar a las autoridades, por qué se usa y formas alternativas de disciplina. El próximo segmento en español sale el 18 de Septiembre, 2018.   Puede encontrar más información sobre Maritza en su sitio web: www.mindfulquestrelationshipcounseling.com/ Instagram: @MindfulQuestRC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindfulquestrelationshipcounseling   Visiten:  Twitter/Instagram: @LatinxTherapy Facebook: www.facebook.com/officiallatinxtherapy   Para donar:  Venmo: @LatinxTherapy Paypal: latinxtherapypodcast@gmail.com   Si necesitan recursos, pueden comunicarse con Maritza, o conmigo a directamente: latinxtherapypodcast@gmail.com

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