Parents' Mental Health

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: [email protected] 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