What Healing Really Looks Like? Healing Explained by a Licensed Therapist | Aaliyah Maura

Hello, hello, everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Refine and Shine podcast. My guest today is Alia Mara, a licensed marriage and family therapist who shares valuable insights on mental health and the personal growth process. This conversation offers inspiration for anyone on their healing journey, seeking a positive mindset shift in their personal journey. Tune in to learn more! In this episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, Angelina Rivera sits down with licensed marriage and family therapist Aaliyah Maura for a powerful conversation on mental health, healing, relationships, and the importance of self-awareness. Aaliyah shares how her personal experience with her parents’ divorce shaped her passion for understanding human behavior and helping others navigate emotional pain, family dynamics, and relationship challenges. Together, Angelina and Aaliyah unpack how unresolved emotions can show up in the body, why healing is not linear, and how childhood wounds like abandonment and rejection can affect the way we respond to life as adults. They also discuss signs it may be time to seek therapy, the power of communication in relationships, and why advocacy and education around domestic violence and mental health still matter so deeply, especially in minority communities. This episode is filled with practical wisdom, compassion, and reminders that healing is a journey, not a destination. In Episode 130, Angelina Rivera sits down with licensed marriage and family therapist Aaliyah Maura for a meaningful conversation on mental health, healing, and relationships. Aaliyah shares how her personal experiences, including growing up through her parents’ divorce, shaped her passion for understanding human behavior and helping others navigate emotional challenges. They dive into how unresolved emotions can show up later in life, the connection between mental and physical health, and why healing is not a one-time event but an ongoing journey. Aaliyah also shares signs that it may be time to seek therapy, the importance of self-awareness, and how effective communication can strengthen relationships. This episode is a powerful reminder that growth takes intention, healing takes time, and you have the ability to create a healthier, more fulfilling life. In this episode, you’ll hear: How Aaliyah’s personal story led her to become a therapist Why mental and physical health are deeply connected What healing really means and why it is not linear Signs that it may be time to seek therapy The many forms of abuse people often overlook Why communication is essential in relationships and couples work A powerful final reminder about being intentional with the life you want Connect with Aaliyah Maura 🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/aaliyahmaura?utm_source=linktree_admin_share 📲 Instagram: @aaliyahmauraLMFT Connect with Angelina Rivera 🌐 Website: angelinarivera.com 📅 Book a Free Discovery Call: angelinarivera.com/links 📲 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angierivera23? 📲 Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera 🎧 YouTube: Refine and Shine Podcast | Angelina Rivera 💼 LinkedIn: Angelina Rivera | Refine and Shine Podcast 📲 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@refineandshinepodcast 🧘‍♀️ Sukha App – 7-Day Free Trial (no card required): TheSukha.co/?ref=angelina 🛍️ Work With Me — Courses & Coaching: https://angelinarivera.com/coaching-services 🔓 Unlock Your Time Potential Coaching Program 🌐 https://angelinarivera.com/unlock-your-time-potential If this episode inspired you, please like, subscribe, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! ⭐Your feedback helps the Refine & Shine Podcast reach more amazing listeners like you.Don’t forget to share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that healing and transformation are possible at any age. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.