Latinx Therapy
Latinx Therapy
Adriana Alejandre, LMFT | Conversations about Mental Health Myths
Break the stigma of mental health as it relates to the Latinx community. Learn self-help techniques, how to support care for your mental health, and support others that struggle with mental illnesses through culturally-affirming interviews with other Latine Therapists.
Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color at Postpartum Support International (PSI)
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 karla@postpartum.net. 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 
Apr 16
23 min
Una historia de la esclerosis múltiple y salud mental
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/
Apr 2
27 min
A Story about Multiple Sclerosis and Mental Health
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.
Mar 26
27 min
The Mental Health of Pre-Licensed Therapists
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    
Mar 18
36 min
Season 5 Trailer: The Comeback
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
Sep 11, 2023
41 min
Terapia de sueños con Terapeuta Claudia Barfoot
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!
Apr 18, 2022
16 min
Dream Work in 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:  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
Apr 5, 2022
27 min
Apoyando los jóvenes sobrevivientes del abuso sexual
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 
Mar 28, 2022
22 min
Supporting Youth Sexual Abuse Survivors
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
Mar 22, 2022
28 min
Recuperando del Duelo
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 info@latinxtherapy.com 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. 
Aug 20, 2021
16 min
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