This new episode is with Dolores Villanueva, LCSW. Dolores is a mental health therapist, professor, entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and speaker. In our conversation, Dolores shares her life story, her wisdom from navigating adversaries, a
For this episode, I invited Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodriguez. Prisca is a storyteller, public theologian, and feminist. Prisca just released her second book "Tias and Primas: On Knowing and Loving the Women Who Raised Us." She is also the best-se
This episode is with Judy Stella, LCSW, author of Reverence: Echoes of Healing and Gratitude. In our conversation, Judy discusses what inspired her to write her deeply personal memoir. Trigger warning: Childhood trauma is discussed in this epis
This episode is with Irisneri Alicea Flores. Irisneri is a professional genealogist from Puerto Rico. She completed genealogical research on my maternal side, and I will be sharing this with you all. The purpose of this is to give you all a gli
This new episode of the podcast is with Maydelli Alitzel Mendoza de Escobar. Maydelli is an undocumented warrior-turned-conscious entrepreneur, transformational life coach, mental health advocate, and speaker. She began her spiritual journey 18
Trigger Warning: Sexual violence is discussed in this episode. This episode is with Brenda Martinez; she shares her story of surviving sexual violence, how she came to own and feel empowered by her story to help other women. Brenda founded See
Trigger Warning: Sexual Abuse is discussed in this episode. This new podcast episode is with Robert Falconer, an Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, teacher, and writer. He has worked with trauma survivors for a significant part of his ca
This new episode is with mental health therapist Carolina Quiroz, LCSW. Carolina shares her journey of healing from an eating disorder that she developed during her adolescence. Carolina also shares tips and strategies that help rest and restor
***Trigger warning: In this episode I share about pregnancy loss.This is my most vulnerable episode. The goal is to open up about my experience and my journey in navigating a very challenging 2023. I share what has helped me cope and process d
This new episode is with mental health therapist Sofia Mendoza, LCSW. Sofia shares her creative journey as a writer and author of over 30 publications. Sofia also shares about connecting with her ancestral roots by honoring the memory of her ma
This episode is with Dr. Alejandra Acuña, PhD, LCSW. Dr. Acuña shared the importance of reconnecting with our ancestral roots as an integral part of our healing. We also talked about having an intentional connection with our ancestors and bring
What is the meaning genealogy?How can I trace my genealogy and discover my family heritage?Why is genealogy helpful on your healing path?What are the essential steps to conduct effective genealogical research?What can genealogy tell you?Ho
What is Chicana/o/x Psychology?What is Chicanismo?What does it mean to reindigenize? What are the mental health needs of Chicanos in the US?What is decolonial psychology?This episode is with Dr. Manuel & Jessica Zamarripa, co-directors and
What are the spiritual and emotional benefits of walking in nature?Why is hiking good for the soul?How is hiking healing for the mind and body?What are the healing benefits of journaling? How can you reclaim yourself through hiking? Why i
I have the opportunity to sit with my friend and colleague Maria Maria Lemus Maldonado, MSW. This is not a formal interview; we call it a "comadres session." It is a fun and lighthearted platica (talk) about topics we are passionate about, such
What is the definition of curanderismo?Where is curanderismo from? How can curaderismo help us heal emotional wounds?What are the different types of curanderismo? What is a limpia or barrida? Why is self-healing important?What is herbalis
A moving meditation is a form of meditation that involves a specific motion as a way to clear the mind and connect with the present moment. Instead of focusing solely on the breath or a mantra, the meditator brings their awareness to the sensat
Are you easily overwhelmed by bright lights, strong smells, coarse fabrics, or sirens nearby?Do you get rattled when you have a lot to do in a short amount of time?Do you make a point of avoiding violent movies and TV shows?Do you need to wi
This is a 5-minute guided meditation help you accept yourself, exactly as you are NOW.If you find this meditation helpful, share it with a friend and on social media. Remember to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Insta
This week's meditation is a guided visualization introducing us to shadow work. A shadow work meditation is a type of guided meditation that focuses on exploring the parts of ourselves that we may usually keep hidden or repress. It is a deep an
How can I connect with my inner child through poetry? How does creativity connect with my inner child? How can my inner healing unfold alongside a writing career? How can poetry heal my inner child? How can poetry help me heal from generati
This is a new 15-minute meditation to help you visualize your future self, fully recovered from an illness or dis-ease in the body, mind, and spirit. I will also provide healing affirmations for you to practice. If you find this meditation hel
This week's meditation is a guided visualization to help you imagine what it would be like to breathe for the first time. You will be guided to "breath in peace" and "breath out stress" for a quick mental rejuvenationIf you find this meditatio
What is inherited family trauma? How can trauma be passed on from a parent to a child?What’s the scientific research behind inherited family trauma?How does a child carry a parent or grandparent’s trauma?How do we heal? How do we break the
This is a 5-minute guided meditation to help you meet and connect to your “Inner Ally.” If you find this meditation helpful, share it with a friend and on social media. Remember to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Ins