Latinx Therapy

En este episodio hablé con Viridiana Zendejas sobre el papel de la hija mayor dentro de las familias latinas. Conversamos sobre algunas de las características y responsabilidades que suelen asumir las hijas mayores, así como el duelo invisible que muchas cargan. A partir de su experiencia personal y profesional, exploramos estrategias para apoyar a las hijas mayores y el trabajo con la niña interior que puede ser necesario como parte de su proceso de sanación. Viridiana también nos habla sobre cómo la administración actual y las redadas de ICE están impactando de manera particular a las hijas mayores dentro de las familias inmigrantes. Sobre la invitada de hoy: Viridiana Zendejas es la hija mayor de padres inmigrantes mexicanos y trabajadora social clínica con licencia. Su trabajo se enfoca en la sanación generacional y en las cargas emocionales de las que muchas veces no se habla y que suelen recaer sobre las hijas mayores. Viridiana también es fundadora de Generaciones Counseling en Arizona, donde ofrece terapia culturalmente afirmativa e informada sobre el trauma. Su trabajo honra la resiliencia familiar, al mismo tiempo que crea un espacio para la sanación individual. Sigue a Virdiana:  Instagram (generacionescounseling): https://www.instagram.com/generacionescounseling  Encuentra Virdiana en nuestro Directorio: https://latinxtherapy.com/therapists/viridiana-zendejas-msw-lcsw-generaciones-counseling/  Consultorio: http://https://www.gencounseling.net/  Recursos mencionados en el episodio: https://www.thepuenteproject.org/ https://www.azpoder.org/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=idealist https://www.borderlandsinitiative.org/  Bad Ass Bonita by Kim Guerra  The Undocumented Americans by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio 

In this episode, I spoke with Viridiana Zendejas, LCSW about the eldest daughter role within a Latine family, where we discussed common character traits carried by daughters, and what unseen grief is like. Viridiana and I discussed how the current administration and ICE raids specifically impact eldest daughters. Drawing from her experience, we explored strategies to support eldest daughters including inner child work. About today's guest: Viridiana Zendejas is the eldest daughter of Mexican immigrant parents and a licensed clinical social worker who advocates for generational healing from unspoken generational emotional burdens often impacting the eldest daughter. Viridiana is also the founder of Generaciones Counseling in Arizona, where she provides cultural affirming, trauma-informed therapy whose work honors family resilience while also holding space for individual healing.  Follow Viridiana  Private Practice: http://https://www.gencounseling.net/  Resources mentioned in the episode:  https://www.thepuenteproject.org/  https://www.azpoder.org/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=idealist  https://www.borderlandsinitiative.org/  Books Mentioned:  Bad Ass Bonita by Kim Guerra  The Undocumented Americans by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio

En este segmento, nuestra invitada Sandra Barros comparte aspectos de su vida familiar para analizar las decisiones de crianza de las familias inmigrantes y cómo se interiorizan los mandatos generacionales sobre la identidad. Exploramos la dinámica de los hogares donde "solo se habla español" y cómo la asimilación, la discriminación y el trauma colectivo influyen en las decisiones parentales. Sandra reflexiona sobre su labor terapéutica y explica cómo estos mensajes interiorizados generan vergüenza, al tiempo que propone estrategias para sanar mediante la acción comunitaria en momentos de tensión política y para liberar cargas tanto a nivel individual como colectivo. Sobre la invitada de hoy:  Sandra Barros, Terapeuta y Trabajadora Clínica Social (ella/she/her), está comprometida a apoyar a las personas en su búsqueda de una vida de propósito, empoderamiento, bienestar emocional y relaciones satisfactorias. Ella tiene la creencia que esto es un proceso colectivo, lo  construimos juntos. A través de un trato cálido y sin juicios, trabaja de manera colaborativa con sus clientes para apoyarles en desencadenar su fortaleza y su sabiduría interior al enfrentar los desafíos de la vida. Algunas de sus áreas de pasión incluyen fortalecer la autoconfianza, cultivar relaciones plenas, transformar el trauma y la pérdida en fortaleza y propósito, y superar el síndrome del impostor y la ansiedad (avanzando del perfeccionismo y el miedo hacia un propósito más centrado y auténtico). Sandra apoya las prácticas de autocuidado y programas de recuperación de 12 pasos que enfatizan la autocompasión, tanto para el uso de alcohol como para los desafíos relacionados con la alimentación emocional. Como organizadora por la justicia social durante más de 25 años e hija de inmigrantes Colombianos, Sandra siente una profunda pasión por la justicia racial, pro-imigracion, liberación de género y de las comunidades 2SLGBTQIA+, Sandra también ofrece Supervisión Clínica para trabajadores sociales que desean apoyo en el desarrollo de un enfoque de Psicología de la Liberación y perspectivas Decoloniales en su práctica terapéutica. Con frecuencia se la puede encontrar bailando salsa o participando en causas sociales como parte de su autocuidado y del cuidado comunitario. Encuentra Sandra en nuestro Directorio:  https://latinxtherapy.com/therapists/barros-psychotherapy/  Recursos mencionados en el epísodio:  ·       Sé Dueño de Tu Grandeza: Supera el Síndrome del Impostor, Vence la Inseguridad y Alcanza el Éxito en la Vida por el Dr. Orbé-Austin y Lisa Orbé-Austin ·       Cuchillo Soft por Lenina Nadal ·       Suenas como una Chica Blanca por Julissa Arce ·       Brown Badass Bonita por Kim Guerra

In this segment, our guest Sandra Barros shares with us her family life to decode immigrant parenting choices and how generational messages of identity are internalized. We explored "Spanish only" homes discussing how assimilation, discrimination, and collective trauma influence the choices of parents. Sandra reflects on her therapeutic work and draws how these internalized messages produce shame, while offering strategies for finding healing through collective action during times of political distress and decompressing on an individualistic and collectivistic level.    About today's guest: Sandra Barros, LCSW-QS  (she, her, ella) believes that everyone deserves a life grounded in purpose, empowerment, emotional well-being, and fulfilling relationships. She believes we do this together, in community. Through a warm, nonjudgmental approach, she works collaboratively with clients to build on their strengths and inner wisdom to address life challenges. Some of her areas of passion include nurturing self-confidence, cultivating fulfilling relationships, transforming trauma and loss into strength and meaning, overcoming imposter syndrome and anxiety (moving from perfectionism and fear toward grounded purpose), and fostering healing and empowerment from racial injustice for BIPOC folks, activists and community organizers. She also supports harm reduction, mindful self-care, and 12-step recovery approaches that emphasize self-kindness, for both alcohol use and challenges with emotional eating. As a racial justice organizer for over 20 years and the daughter of Colombian immigrants, Sandra is passionate about racial, immigrant, gender, and 2SLGBTQIA+ justice. Sandra provides Clinical Supervision for Social Workers wanting support developing a Liberation Psychology and De-Colonial approach to therapeutic practice. She can often be found on the salsa dance floor or participating in social causes as part of her self-care and community care.    Find Sandra in our Directory:  https://latinxtherapy.com/therapists/barros-psychotherapy/  Resources mentioned in the episode:  Own Your Greatness: Overcome Impostor Syndrome, Beat Self-Doubt, and Success in Life by Dr Orbé-Austin and Lisa Orbé-Austin Cuchillo Soft by Lenina Nadal  You Sound like a White Girl by Julissa Arce  Brown Badass Bonita Kim Guerra   

En esta conversación hablamos sobre la inversión de roles: pasar de ser quien recibe cuidados a convertirse en la persona cuidadora, una transición que a menudo está influenciada por reglas no dichas y conceptos erróneos dentro de las familias inmigrantes latinas. Entre los temas que abordamos se encuentran el silencio que suele rodear la enfermedad, así como las diferentes formas en que puede verse el apoyo cuando se asume el rol de cuidador. Johanny comparte cómo fue cuidando su mamá con cancer, siendo la hija mayor, asumir de manera repentina la responsabilidad de cuidarla y cómo aprendió a desenvolverse en esta nueva identidad mientras atravesaba su proceso de duelo. Le dedicamos este segmento a la mamá de Johanny. Que descanse en paz. Sobre la invitada de hoy: Johanny Reyes es una terapeuta con licencia y empresaria afrolatina dedicada a promover la salud mental y aumentar la accesibilidad a los recursos de salud mental dentro de las comunidades latinas, negras y morenas, incluyendo a personas hispanohablantes e indocumentadas. También es la fundadora de su propia práctica, donde se especializa en apoyar a sus clientes a través del duelo, el trauma y las transiciones de la vida, cultivando un espacio seguro donde los clientes puedan sanar. Encuentra Johanny en nuestro directorio:  https://latinxtherapy.com/speakers/johanny-reyes/  Sigue a Johanny: Instagram: http://instagram.com/thrivingcounselingsolutions   Su consultorio: https://www.ThrivingCounselingSolutions.com  

Johanny Reyes and I spoke about the reversal of roles, from being cared for to becoming the caregiver often influenced by unspoken rules and misconceptions in Latinx immigrant families. Topics in this segment include the common silence regarding illness, aging, and what support can look like as a caregiver. Johanny shares what it was like as the eldest daughter suddenly stepping into a caregiver role and how she learned to navigate this new identity while processing grief. This episode will be aired in Spanish next week. This episode is dedicated to Johanny's mother, who passed a couple months after we recorded this episode. May her beautiful mami rest so peacefully. About today's guest: Johanny Reyes is a licensed therapist in Florida and Afro-Latina entrepreneur dedicated to promoting mental health and increasing accessibility to mental health resources within Latin, Black and Brown communities including Spanish–speaking and undocumented people. She is also the founder of her own practice, where she specializes in supporting clients through grief, trauma, and life transitions, cultivating a safe space where clients can heal, grow, and thrive.  Follow Johanny: Instagram: http://instagram.com/thrivingcounselingsolutions Practice website (Florida residents): https://www.ThrivingCounselingSolutions.com Find Johanny in the Latinx Therapy Directory: https://latinxtherapy.com/speakers/johanny-reyes/ 

Today I am joined by Suyapa Ulloa, where we discussed how belonging to an immigrant family can shape how disability is talked about and handled within the family. We explored how caregivers/parents can support the mental health of non-disabled siblings, navigating moments of resentment without shame, and resources to support disability justice and inclusion. Suyapa shares her immigrant family's journey navigating their dynamic with a disabled child and reflects on her experience as a non-disabled elder sibling. About today's guest: Suyapa Ulloa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in CA, NV, and FL who can be found on the Latinx Therapy directory. Practice website: https://www.suyapasutherapist.com/ Latinx Therapy Directory Listing: https://latinxtherapy.com/therapists/suyapa-ulloa-lcsw/ Resources from this episode:  Sins Invalid is a disability justice-based movement building and performance project that celebrates disabled people, centering and led by disabled Black, Indigenous, and people of the global majority, and queer, trans, and nonbinary disabled people: https://sinsinvalid.org/ Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund: https://dredf.org/ Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network, Inc: https://awnnetwork.org/ National Council on Independent Living works to enhance the human and civil rights of all people with disabilities: https://ncil.org/

*This episode was recorded Feb 2026. The foundation is currently organizing support groups for families who have had a loved one deported under the current administration.** Today in this episode, I talked with Dr. Yessica Green Rosas about the importance of support groups and rapid responders in our current political climate. We explored how research data collected from pre- and post-tests can be used to advocate for funding, policy change, or expand mental health support for rapid responders. Dr. Yessica shared her experience with mental health and highlighted the importance of pre- and post tests for project like this, and moreover, why research matters.   About Today's Guest: Dr. Green Rosas is a scholar whose research addresses systemic inequities to improve the mental health of Latine children and families. She has led Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) in the United States and internationally and holds clinical experience delivering a wide range of evidence-based treatments in hospital, university, and community health care settings.  Follow Dr. Yessica: Instagram (@dr.greenrosas): http://www.instagram.com/dr.greenrosas/

Hoy en este segmento, conversé con Jennifer León Salinas sobre los impactos emocionales y físicos que las políticas hostiles y el discurso público tienen en la salud mental de las personas indocumentadas. Exploramos de cerca el bienestar de vivir sin un estatus migratorio dentro de los sistemas sociales actuales de Estados Unidos. También hablamos sobre cómo Jennifer acompaña a las personas a enfrentar las realidades de la aplicación de las leyes migratorias y el impacto de la hostilidad social hacia las comunidades inmigrantes. Jennifer compartió la historia migratoria de su familia y su experiencia creciendo como una niña indocumentada, brindándonos un contexto de cómo el clima político puede afectar profundamente la salud mental de las personas indocumentadas a largo plazo. Sobre nuestra invitada de hoy: Jennifer es terapeuta matrimonial y familiar licenciada (LMFT), bilingüe y radicada en Los Ángeles. También es profesora adjunta de posgrado y una inmigrante indocumentada con DACA, de primera generación, originaria de Michoacán, México. Su trabajo aborda el trauma desde una perspectiva de liberación y justicia social. Además, es la fundadora de MujeresxPsych, una plataforma reconocida a nivel nacional dedicada a aumentar la representación y el acceso en el campo de la psicología. Acepta clientes en el estado de California. Sigue a Jennifer: https://www.instagram.com/mujeresxpsych/ http://instagram.com/undocu.traumatherapist Recurso mencionados en el episodio: https://www.inmigranteinformado.com/   

Today in this segment, I talked with Jennifer León Salinas, about the emotional and physical impacts hostile policies and public discourse have on undocumented mental health, where we look closely at the well-being of living undocumented within our current American societal systems. We explored how Jennifer helps individuals navigate the realities of immigrant enforcement stemming from societal hostility. Jennifer shared her family's migration story and surviving as an undocumented child, giving us context how deeply our political climate impacts long-term undocumented mental health.   About today's guest: Jennifer is a bilingual LMFT based in Los Angeles, adjunct graduate professor, and a first generation, undocumented/DACAmented immigrant from Michoacan Mexico who approaches trauma through a liberation and social justice lens. She is also the founder of MujeresxPsych, a nationally recognized platform dedicated to increasing representation and access in the field of psychology. Jennifer is accepting clients in the state of California!  Follow Jennifer:  https://msha.ke/mujeresxpsych/  https://www.instagram.com/mujeresxpsych/  http://instagram.com/undocu.traumatherapist  Resources:  https://www.informedimmigrant.com/  https://immigrantsrising.org/what-we-do-mental-health/ 

This girl finally has editing support! With organic growth, my own mental health and family matters, it has become impossible to continue editing the podcast. As you may notice, I also added the video component! In this trailer episode, I share with you all about these learning curves, a few of the kind of episodes you can expect this season and what projects we are up to besides a bit about my healing journey. When will the episodes air? They will be published every Thursday starting July 16, 2026! I hope this season feels like a huge apapache for you all. We are breaking cycles together. If you or someone you know is interested in sponsoring an episode, please contact me at [email protected]. Your support will go a long way for our advocacy towards destigmatizing mental health. Donate to our nonprofit: alejandrefoundation.org Find a Latinx Therapist in your state: https://latinxtherapy.com

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     

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/

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 

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!

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 

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 [email protected]. 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 

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/

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.

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    

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

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!

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

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 

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

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 [email protected] 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. 

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)

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 

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. 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 [email protected] or donate via Venmo  @latinxtherapy.  Find a Therapist: www.latinxtherapy.com/find-a-therapist Resources from Episode: Amaze.org (Eng/Spa) CommonSenseMedia.org (Eng/Spa)

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/ 

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

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 [email protected] or go ahead via Venmo handle is @latinxtherapy.  Resources:  Find a Therapist: www.latinxtherapy.com/therapist  OpenPathCollective.org 

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: [email protected] 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

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

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: [email protected]

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

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.

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)

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

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 [email protected] 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  

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 [email protected] 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 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! 

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 [email protected]  

 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 [email protected] 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: [email protected]

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 [email protected] 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/

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: [email protected] to help us with our next community mental health event.   

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!

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!

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!

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 [email protected] 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/