Episode 47: Holistic Parenting: A Therapist Mom's Journey with Special Needs and Reiki Healing

We sit down with a remarkable mom, Lena Suarez-Angelino, who is not only raising a child with special needs but is also a licensed therapist and social worker with her own thriving practice. She is also the owner of LIGHT Collective & Co. Lena shares her unique approach to mental health as a whole, parenting a child with special needs, incorporating holistic methods and fostering a community for other parents with special needs children to come together and help each other thrive. Our guest discusses the challenges and rewards of her journey, providing insights into how holistic therapies can complement traditional treatments. As a therapist, she offers valuable advice for other parents navigating similar paths, and she has started various support groups to help parents connect and share their experiences raising children with special needs. Tune in to learn about the transformative power of holistic healing, the importance of community, and practical tips for fostering a nurturing environment for children with special needs. This episode is a must-listen for parents, caregivers, and anyone interested in holistic therapies and special needs parenting. You can follow her: @lenasuarezangelino