Therapy Etc.
18 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsThe Therapy Etc. Podcast is a bi-monthly conversation with Patricia Alvarado, a licensed mental health therapist in Los Angeles, CA. Within Therapy, Etc., Patricia uses her clinical skills along with everyday situations to help normalize mental health and decrease the stigma related to mental health services. As a first generation Mexican American Latinx woman, she has noticed that many everyday experiences encompass mental health. As she began to lean into the question, "are you analyzing me?" she discovered that the movies that we watch, food that we eat, the way that we take care of ourselves, among other things, share one common thing: mental health. Join her as she explores various topics through the lens of a first generation Latinx woman and digs deep into all things mental health.
Please note, this podcast and these conversations are not a substitute for professional mental health services.
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Episodes
End of Season 1: Taking a Break
October 18, 2021 07:30 - 5 minutes - 18.1 MBThere are 92 days until the New Year, as of the recording date of 9/30/2021. This is the end of Season 1 of Therapy Etc. and I will be taking a break to enjoy the last 92 days of this year, evaluate goals for 2022, and nourishing myself. See you back here for Season 2! To learn more about me and my work, check me out here: www.alvaradotherapy.org Instagram: @therapyetcpodcast Instagram: @alvaradotherapy Email: [email protected] Youtube: https://www.youtu...
When Things Don't Go As Planned...
October 04, 2021 13:30 - 43 minutes - 104 MBWelcome to Episode 15 of Therapy, Etc Podcast where I have Stephanie Sorady, MSW sharing about her experiences as a recent graduate and the social work advocacy that continuously inspires her. Stephanie and I discuss her experience graduating from her Mastre’s program during quarantine and stepping out into the professional world. She also shares about her new poetry book, “Kiss from God” where she discusses her own journey with mental health as a way to help others that may be strugg...
Ep. 15: When Things Don't Go As Planned...
October 04, 2021 13:30 - 43 minutes - 104 MBWelcome to Episode 15 of Therapy, Etc Podcast where I have Stephanie Sorady, MSW sharing about her experiences as a recent graduate and the social work advocacy that continuously inspires her. Stephanie and I discuss her experience graduating from her Mastre’s program during quarantine and stepping out into the professional world. She also shares about her new poetry book, “Kiss from God” where she discusses her own journey with mental health as a way to help others that may be strugg...
Ep. 14 La Profesora: The Impact of Systemic Racism
September 20, 2021 12:00 - 35 minutes - 81.4 MBWelcome to Episode 14 of Therapy, Etc Podcast where I have Dr. Nallely Arteaga sharing about her experiences not only within the high school level but at the university level, working with various communities. Nallely discusses her experiences being a minority woman within the teaching system at the university level. She talks about how she works with different personalities and above all, how she takes care of herself in order to continuously have open dialogue surrounding racial injusti...
Ep 13: Out of the Shadows: MS Disease
September 06, 2021 07:30 - 47 minutes - 112 MBWelcome to Episode 13 of Therapy, Etc Podcast where I have Gabby Gonzalez Leung, sharing about her experience about her recent diagnosis, Multiple Sclerosis, otherwise known as MS. Autoimmune diseases are debilitating and often undetectable to passersby but those of us living with these conditions can attest to how lonely and spiritually weakening these conditions can be. March of 2019 brought the scariest moment of Gabby Gonzalez Leung’s life when headaches and double vision led to a...
Ep 12: Unapologetically, Taking a Seat at the Table
August 23, 2021 07:30 - 47 minutes - 114 MB“You can get even OR you can get ahead” Welcome to Episode 12 of Therapy, Etc, a bimonthly conversation on all things mental health! In today’s episode, we have Adonica Shaw, who is named as one of the top 136 Black Innovators in STEM + Arts by Wonder Women Tech, Adonica is the founder of the health-focused internet company, Wingwomen, and an intentional wellness advocate who is dedicated to cultivating digital spaces that motivate professional women to dedicate themselves whol...
Ep 11: Growing Up AfroLatina
August 09, 2021 07:30 - 35 minutes - 84.8 MBIn Episode 11 of Therapy, Etc. Podcast, we have Dr. Veronica Eyo who is a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Los Angeles. She specializes in working with mothers, new and seasoned, throughout the triumphs and struggles of motherhood. She also has a special place in her heart for working with students, especially first-generation students in providing support throughout their academic journey. She recently completed her EdD where she researched the factors that contribute t...
Ep 10: Latina Philanthropist Within Professional Sports
July 19, 2021 07:30 - 1 hour - 156 MBIn today’s episode we have Janet E. Sevilla, who for over a decade has served as a sports philanthropy advocate and corporate social responsibility professional. Powered by a passion for equity and fair access to resources, Janet has worked with multinational corporations, major league sports franchises, politicians, and professional athletes to design and implement successful, socially responsible initiatives that drive change in vulnerable communities. Within our conversation, J...
Ep 9: Big Sis Little Sis
July 05, 2021 16:40 - 1 hour - 144 MBWelcome to another episode of Therapy, Etc! Within today’s episode I have a very special guest, my little sister Stephanie. Through this very raw and vulnerable conversation, we discuss our experiences growing up, how we felt within various stages of our life, and the healing that has come of it. Stephanie shares lived experiences growing up with me, as her sister. She talks about the pain that was present and how we have been able to overcome it all to be the best friends that ...
Ep 8: Music & Mental Health
June 21, 2021 07:30 - 40 minutes - 96.9 MBWelcome to Episode 8 of Therapy Etc Podcast! Within today’s conversation, we talk with Erick Sanchez about music and mental health. Erick shares about his journey in learning and understanding music and how it has shaped the work that he does today. Erick discusses the entrepreneurial side of music, stating that he gives artists’ space to allow them to be vulnerable in what they do. Erick shares about all of this through his work within his company, Normandie Records. He allows ...
Ep 7: 1000 Hour Challenge
June 07, 2021 07:30 - 39 minutes - 94.9 MBWelcome to another episode of Therapy Etc! In today’s conversation, I talked to Marla about spending 1000 hours outside! Yes, you read that right, 1000 hours intentionally spent outside! She shares about what brought her to want to seek more outdoor time and how she came across this innovative challenge. Marla talks about what the challenge is about and how she has been able to fit it into her day and make it a fun activity for the whole family. Listen in to learn more! M...
Ep 6: Latina Abroad: Taking in the Air with Dr. Jacqueline Guevara
May 24, 2021 12:00 - 41 minutes - 99.6 MBIn today’s episode, I have Dr. Jacqueline Guevara discussing how her life is, after living in Germany over the past 3 years. She shares about how she has been able to slow down and “take in the air.” Dr. Guevara shares about the challenges she has faced and how she adjusted to being Latina while living abroad! Dr. Jacqueline Guevara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Virginia and Washington DC) and proud daughter of immigrant parents from El Salvador and Guatemala. Born and raised ...
Ep 5: Calling It Out & The Lessons Learned
May 10, 2021 07:30 - 38 minutes - 92.5 MBToday I have a very personal conversation with Jenny Ton, owner of Jenny Ton Consulting based out of San Francisco, CA. Jenny shares about her learning experiences being a 2x times business owner as well as the advocacy that she has been doing surrounding Asian Hate. She shares about experiences that she has processed and endured within her AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) and BIPOC (Black Indigenous People of Color) identity. Jenny shares important messages surrounding “calling...
Ep 4: Breaking the Mold
April 26, 2021 07:30 - 40 minutes - 96.6 MBIn today’s conversation, we discuss how as first generation latinx people we are breaking the mold, leaning into the discomfort, and continuously asking questions. We share about childhood experiences that have transformed the way that we view ourselves within our circles today. Our guest, Herminio (JG) Gonzalez shares about his heritage, navigating his Guatemalan and Mexican roots, and being a modern day #GirlDad. Herminio Gonzalez is a proud Angelino and Licensed Clinical Social Wor...
Ep 3: Living Sustainably On & Off the Clock
April 12, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 80 MBSustainability - how we can bring this to life in what we do. Today we talk with Ruby Rose Yepez, a thought leader who is passionate about giving back to her community, seeing opportunities, and taking action! She encompasses “service, community, and sustainability.” Ruby discusses her work with energy in buildings and as a Yogi, sharing about her passion for community involvement and how she is consistently giving back. She shows that with patience and a positive mindset, anything is ...
Ep 1: Quarantine Baby: Raising Children in a Pandemic with Dr. Celina Benavides
March 29, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutes - 94.4 MBWelcome Dr. Celina Benavides, a developmental psychologist, child and family studies professor, published researcher, and a mom of two young children. Her goal is to provide evidence-based practices to support parents, caregivers, and educators. Along with this, Celina also had her second child during the midst of uncertainty at the beginning of Covid-19. Celina shares the big decisions that she had to make as she navigated her new birth plan along with parenting two children. You ca...
Ep2: Cultural Differences within the Latinx Community with Cyndi Alfaro, LCSW
March 29, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 105 MBToday’s episode focuses on the cultural differences that we see within the Latinx community. Oftentimes, there is a belief that all Latinx people are the same - even the term Latinx is not always accepted within various communities. Here, we talk with Cyndi Alfaro - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Muy orgullosa de sus raíces Salvadoreñas. She grew up all over the San Fernando Valley, in Los Ángeles California and recently relocated to be with her Colombian husband in Dallas, Texas! She’s...
Ep 0- Hello and Welcome to Therapy Etc.
March 08, 2021 21:30 - 8 minutes - 24.7 MBThe Therapy, Etc. Podcast is a bi-monthly conversation with Patricia Alvarado, a licensed mental health therapist in Los Angeles, Ca. Therapy, Etc. grew from a need to decrease the stigma surrounding mental health and my hope is that this podcast helps normalize everyday experiences. We will be exploring various topics that “move us” throughout our life and digging deep into all things mental health, because when you think about it, in one way or another, all things encompass mental health. ...