Latinx Therapy
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...
info_outline Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color at Postpartum Support International (PSI)Latinx Therapy
In this episode we announce our partnership with (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 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...
info_outline Una historia de la esclerosis múltiple y salud mentalLatinx Therapy
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...
info_outline A Story about Multiple Sclerosis and Mental HealthLatinx Therapy
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...
info_outline The Mental Health of Pre-Licensed TherapistsLatinx Therapy
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: Jennifer's Directory website: Resources shared...
info_outline Season 5 Trailer: The ComebackLatinx Therapy
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: If you are seeking a therapist, please
info_outline Terapia de sueños con Terapeuta Claudia BarfootLatinx Therapy
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: Instagram / Facebook: @thelandofpossible Encuentra un terapeuta Latinx: latinxtherapy.com y siguenos en @latinxtherapy en Instagram,...
info_outline Dream Work in TherapyLatinx Therapy
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: Stay tuned for workshops in May 2022 If you like this episode, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Follow us on social media:...
info_outline Apoyando los jóvenes sobrevivientes del abuso sexualLatinx Therapy
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: ...
info_outline Supporting Youth Sexual Abuse SurvivorsLatinx Therapy
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: Directory Profile: If you like this episode, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Follow us on social media: IG/Twitter/TikTok & Facebook:...
info_outlineWelcome 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.