EP 19 Dismantling Child Sexual Abuse Taboos Through Support
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04/23/20 • 49 min
It is for this reason that I invited Trauma Psychotherapist Adriana Alejandre to the podcast.
In this episode we talk about the taboo that continues to surround therapy and why it matters that we all shift our perspectives, now more than ever.
We also discussed why parents, particularly in the Latinx community, are still reluctant to seek mental health support, and also, how they can take steps to become more receptive to the idea.
We dived into what parents, caregivers or any adult can do when a child discloses abuse so that they don't re-traumatize the child, including themselves if they are survivors.
We also talked about why it's so important for kids to get the right mental health support after a disclosure so that they can lessen the long term negative effects that abuse can have and begin to heal sooner, which can dramatically improve their ability to live a happier life.
There were so many little gems as well that will make you take pause and think about how you can support those in your life who are survivors or if you're a parent and never thought about these topics.
I hope you take steps consistently to care for your mental health in these times of crisis so that you can be well, stay well and support your family through this time.
ABOUT ADRIANA ALENJANDRE:
Adriana Alejandre is a Trauma Psychotherapist and Speaker from Los Angeles, California. She specializes in adults who struggle with PTSD and severe traumas at her own private practice. She has done disaster relief work for Hurricane Harvey and Las Vegas shooting survivors. Adriana’s clinical work has been featured in Univision, LA Times, the New York Times and Buzzfeed.
Adriana is also the founder of the internationally recognized, Latinx Therapy, directory and bilingual podcast that destigmatizes mental health & provides education to combat the stigma through technology and actual mental health services. In 2019, she won Hispanizice’s Best Social Good Content award. Her podcast has been featured in iTunes’ Top 200, Spotify’s Top 30 Latin shows, Fierce by Mitu , and has been heard in 112 countries. Adriana’s mission is to create spaces to spark dialogue about mental health struggles and strengths in the Latinx community.
CONNECT WITH ADRIANA:
Website: https://latinxtherapy.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/latinxtherapy
Twitter: https://twitter.com/latinxtherapy
Instagram (Latinx Therapy): https://www.instagram.com/latinxtherapy/
Instagram (Adriana): https://www.instagram.com/latinxtherapist/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSEQTK3ijZJDTcXb2KsOz5Q
It is for this reason that I invited Trauma Psychotherapist Adriana Alejandre to the podcast.
In this episode we talk about the taboo that continues to surround therapy and why it matters that we all shift our perspectives, now more than ever.
We also discussed why parents, particularly in the Latinx community, are still reluctant to seek mental health support, and also, how they can take steps to become more receptive to the idea.
We dived into what parents, caregivers or any adult can do when a child discloses abuse so that they don't re-traumatize the child, including themselves if they are survivors.
We also talked about why it's so important for kids to get the right mental health support after a disclosure so that they can lessen the long term negative effects that abuse can have and begin to heal sooner, which can dramatically improve their ability to live a happier life.
There were so many little gems as well that will make you take pause and think about how you can support those in your life who are survivors or if you're a parent and never thought about these topics.
I hope you take steps consistently to care for your mental health in these times of crisis so that you can be well, stay well and support your family through this time.
ABOUT ADRIANA ALENJANDRE:
Adriana Alejandre is a Trauma Psychotherapist and Speaker from Los Angeles, California. She specializes in adults who struggle with PTSD and severe traumas at her own private practice. She has done disaster relief work for Hurricane Harvey and Las Vegas shooting survivors. Adriana’s clinical work has been featured in Univision, LA Times, the New York Times and Buzzfeed.
Adriana is also the founder of the internationally recognized, Latinx Therapy, directory and bilingual podcast that destigmatizes mental health & provides education to combat the stigma through technology and actual mental health services. In 2019, she won Hispanizice’s Best Social Good Content award. Her podcast has been featured in iTunes’ Top 200, Spotify’s Top 30 Latin shows, Fierce by Mitu , and has been heard in 112 countries. Adriana’s mission is to create spaces to spark dialogue about mental health struggles and strengths in the Latinx community.
CONNECT WITH ADRIANA:
Website: https://latinxtherapy.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/latinxtherapy
Twitter: https://twitter.com/latinxtherapy
Instagram (Latinx Therapy): https://www.instagram.com/latinxtherapy/
Instagram (Adriana): https://www.instagram.com/latinxtherapist/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSEQTK3ijZJDTcXb2KsOz5Q
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EP 18: From Trauma to Empowerment: Achieving Health & Wellness
TW: This episode contains discussions on domestic and sexual violence and loss. Please take care of your mental wellness.
In this episode, Arlene Salcedo talks about her journey from witnessing domestic violence, sexual trauma in her teens, the loss of a child in her 20's, to finally tapping into her own inner wisdom, power, and awakening.
Arlene's transcendence from trauma to empowered healer has been a testament to the strength of the human spirit and one that can shine as an example of how we can all step into our own power.
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INSTAGRAM:
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FACEBOOK:
https://www.facebook.com/lunasoulwellness
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EP 20 How Our Anger Can be transformative instead of toxic
In this week's episode, I'm joined by psychotherapist Nicole Schiener to talk about the power of anger and how we can use it as transformative energy instead of a toxic one that depletes us.
We talked about:
- The conflicted relationship that many survivors and Black, Indigenous and People of Colour have with anger because of their trauma.
- Why is it so important for people with trauma to process their anger and not just 'get over it'.
- What survivors who are afraid of their anger can do, particularly if they're not sure how to express it.
- What reclaiming and transforming anger into healing looks like on a personal and collective level.
- How most survivors are told to get over things that happened a long time ago and how one can respond to these kinds of comments?
- What a humble warrior means and how we can all be a warrior for others.
This was most definitely an empowering episode and I can't wait for you to hear it!
ABOUT NICOLE SCHIENER:
Nicole Schiener is a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario, Canada, and a published author. Her writing has been featured in the Gottman Blog and Elephant Journal.
She provides counseling and supervision at a non-profit organization and sees clients privately at a wellness clinic in St. George, Ontario.
Nicole is a member of her region's Sexual Assault Response Team and a mama to a teen son and 10-year-old daughter.
Nicole loves helping people connect to their inner expert and learn to dance with their emotions, embracing and celebrating their authentic self and the power of the human spirit to heal and thrive.
Currently, she's completing a compilation of short stories, poetry, and reflective questions on the awakening journey for highly sensitive mothers. Nicole believes, "World peace begins with inner peace."
CONNECT WITH NICOLE:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceandPossiblity
Instagram: @mindfulmama_nsm
Linktree with a collection of writing and free offers: http://www.linktr.ee/mindfulmama_nsm
STG FB for booking: https://www.facebook.com/stghealthandwellness
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