Healing Heridas: The Spanglish Guide
This podcast fue created to be a Spanglish guide para sanar some of the unintentional heridas that come from growing up Bilingual. I will share lo que I have learned on my journey as a first generation American of Mexican decent and as a Latina mental health therapist. Everything I wish someone had shared conmigo when I first started this journey many years ago. All that comes from being "ni de aqui, ni de alla". I will explore temas que callamos, such as; Salud Mental and physical health, The Connection between our minds and our body, Familia, relationships, trauma, spirituality, Nu...
Psychedelics con Cultura
Can psychedelics help us heal deep wounds? This isn’t about escapism or party culture — we're talking about the intentional, guided use of sacred medicines to support real, rooted healing and transformation.
This week, we’re diving into psychedelic-assisted therapy — what it is, what it isn’t, and how it’s helping people finally let go of pain they’ve carried for years.
Joining us is Rosa Casquino, a bilingual, Latina Licensed Clinical Social Worker and trauma therapist with over a decade of experience. As an immigrant and empowered mujer, Rosa su...
Sin Repetir: Conscious Parenting and Intergenerational Healing
We’re going in deep con la Dr. Ashley Rodriguez—a fierce Nuyorican psychologist, trauma-informed therapist, and founder of PathBreak Coaching & Consulting.
She’s breaking it all down: what it really takes to break generational cycles mientras you're raising babies, healing old wounds, and trying to stay rooted in your values.
✨ How do you raise kids with intention when you're still unpacking your own story?
✨ What does healing desde la raíz actually look like?
✨ Y cómo nos damos gracia when the triggers hit way too close?
Whether you’re a new mamá or pap...
Seeds, Sombra & Sanación
I thought I was just planting veggies… Pero no, I was planting gratitude, patience, and a little bit of peace of mind.
In this episode, I’m sharing 5 real-life lessons my garden taught me—about growth, mental health, and how sometimes, even when life doesn’t go as planned, algo bueno still grows:
1. Gratitude in stillness
2. Patience as strength
3. Growth happens in the dark too
4. Consistency over perfection
5. Letting go when life shifts on you
Whether you’re in your bloom era or your quiet...
Paper, purpose, and the power of empathy
Ever stood in the card aisle, searching for something that actually says what you’re feeling—and walked away with nothing?
You’re not alone. Words matter, especially when it comes to mental health. The right ones can help us feel seen, supported, and understood. The wrong ones? They can make us feel even more alone.
This week, I’m joined by Ariana Arthurs—a proud Caribbean-American, first-gen mental health counselor, school counselor, and doctoral student who knows firsthand how powerful language can be in the healing process.
She’s also the creator of Threads o...
Healing like a Chicana
In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, we sit down with Amapola Ramirez — a Chicana therapist, entrepreneur, and host of the Chicana & Latina Moms Podcast — for a powerful conversation about identity, healing, and generational strength.
Raised in a world that often misunderstood her Chicana roots, Amapola turned pain into purpose. With over 17 years of experience working with families in crisis, she brings both clinical insight and lived wisdom to the table.
In this conversation we ask and discuss what does it mean to grow up Chicana in a society that often erases your identity?
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Emotional Protectors: Not Your Abuelito’s Manhood
Episode 35 is special because I sat down with Juan Carlos — papá, facilitator, and coach — for a powerful conversación on conscious masculinity and breaking generational cycles. We explore:
✨ What it really means to be a cycle breaker — cortar con lo que ya no sirve
✨ How men can become emotional protectors, not just providers
✨ Holding space for vulnerability y hermandad
✨ Showing up con corazón y presencia for our partners and familias
✨ And having the humility to say: "Maybe there’s another way… otra perspectiva"
This...
Showing Up Real: Healing, Grief, and Finding Your Voice
Today’s episode is extra special — I’m sitting down with my Ashley Cuasquer, MA, NCC, LAC — licensed associate counselor, orgullosamente Latina, rooted in lived experience and disability awareness, and someone who shows up with so much courage.
In this episode, Ashley shares her journey of learning to show up as her yo auténtica — even when the world told her to stay quiet, small, or invisible. She opens up about growing up with a disability and living with depression.
She also shares how a toxic relationship nearly broke her spirit — but ultimately became a mirror...
Bridging Mental Health and Immigration
In this episode, me senté a platicar con Maira M. Hernández — licensed therapist, CEO, y total chingona en el mundo de inmigración. Maira se especializa en mental health evaluations for Asylum Cases, Extreme Hardship, VAWA, U-Visa, T-Visa, y Cancellation of Removal — ayudando a nuestra gente compartir sus historias con fuerza y corazón.
We get into:
Cómo las evaluaciones psicológicas pueden ser clave en casos migratoriosThe emotional toll these processes take — and cómo cuidar tu salud mental en el caminoLa importancia de enseñar emotional tolerance (and what that even means)Cómo ella enco...Why We Walk Away:Entendiendo Latinx Estrangement
In this episode, we get real about family estrangement, especially in Latinx households where “la familia es sagrada” is the norm. We unpack the different stages of estrangement, the emotional weight of family trauma, and the often painful process of setting boundaries—even when it goes against everything we were taught.
This conversation is about breaking cycles, healing out loud, and redefining what familia really means.
We’re joined by Violetta, LCSW, therapist, coach, and founder of Latinx Estrangement. Violetta specializes in working with wo...
Caballos and Healing Vibes
In this heartfelt episodio, we sit down with Dr. Andrea Guerrero Robles, DMFT, LPCC — a first-gen therapist, wife, mamá, and proud hija de inmigrantes. She’s also the founder of Take The Reins Counseling Center, where she uses equine-assisted psychotherapy (a.k.a. horse therapy) to support people navigating anxiety, social anxiety, and other mental health challenges. With her caballos as co-therapists, Andrea creates un espacio de healing y crecimiento, showing us the powerful connection between humans and horses. This convo dives deep into cultura, mental health, and the unique ways nature helps us heal.
Want to learn...
The Healing Heridas Journey
Happy one year anniversary to the Healing Heridas podcast!
Lets celebrate a year of episodes, of tips, y consejos for the healing journey.
Tune in to listen to my 5 most important take aways that I have learned from the healing heridas journey. Síganme los buenos!!
La comadre: arma de doble filo??
Happy Women's History Month!!!! In today's episode learn about how Comadres can actually be a healing space for those who don’t want or can’t access therapy. However, this relationship can also come with some red flags. In this episode you can expect to hear all about the following:
1. Why Do Latinas Trust Their Comadres More Than Professionals?
2. How a Comadre Can Be a Healing Space (Even If You Don’t Want Therapy) 💖
3. When the Comadre Relationship Becomes Toxic 🚩
4. Five Signs Your Comadre Relationship Is...
Sacred Rage: El Fuego Que Sana
🎧 Amiga, have you ever felt your anger bubbling up, but you were told to calm down, be nice, or just let it go? Nahhh, today, we’re flipping the script!
In this episode we’re diving into Sacred Rage – El Fuego Que Sana. 🔥 Porque nuestra rabia no es un problema, no mija! It tells us when our boundaries have been crossed, when our spirit is calling for justice, and when it’s time to stop shrinking.
We’ll talk about:
✨ Why anger isn’t “bad” but a sacred message
✨ How to chann...
Freeze mode: When your nervous system -esta atorado!!
I am calling all "so called" drama queens, sensitive peeps, llorones and exagerated people.!!!!! This episode is for you.
When life feels chaotic and everything seems out of control, it’s easy to find ourselves falling into a state of freeze or shutdown. Lo estas sintiendo?
This is a natural survival response of our nervous system, designed to protect us when we feel unsafe or overwhelmed. It’s not a weakness—it’s biology!!
On this episode I will cover some of the ways to support nervous system flexibility.
🌿 Ground Yourself in the Present
Got collective grief????
Happy New Year's Eve!!!! In preparation for 2025, I reflect that for many, collective grief over the election results are more than political disappointment; they resurface long-standing wounds rooted in systemic oppression, the pursuit of whiteness, and a disconnection from cultural and ancestral roots. These undercurrents can leave us feeling exhausted, and uncertain about the path forward. Pero hoy, we aren’t just talking about the pain—we’re also talking about resilience. How do we process collective grief while nurturing hope and reclaiming our power?
We’ll explore practices for grounding ourselves, like finding glimmers of joy and conn...
Still here... part 2
Last episode I talked about my experience with having a shortened sense of future, this week I continue the conversation about this and share some ways to help you cope:
1. Reconnect with cultural and spiritual traditions
2. Build a supportive network
3. Find healing spaces
4. Engage in expressive and creative outlets
5. Seek a culturally informed and humble therapist
Still here
Today's episode is special because it is my 39th birthday!!! I want to share my experience with having a shortened sense of future and still finding joy along the way. I want to remind you that although you may be struggling with negative and dark thoughts, your future still holds a place for you.
If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts call
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
or
Text 741741
Are you weaponizing family?
Calling all cycle breakers!!! In this episode I cover some ways that we may be using family as a weapon against others or how family may be weaponized against us. Let's break it down, have you noticed leveraging of familial structures, values, expectations? Y how can we break this cycle within our family? Listen in to learn just how this may be impacting you and what you can do about it.
The day of the dead
In this episode, I honor the wonderful Mexican tradition that is El Dia De Los Muertos. I will dive into why la muerte should be a safe topic and not a taboo topic. Despite generational differences, superstitions, and historical traumas; the day of the dead offers a rich cultural framework for discussing la muerte within our latino families by:
1. creating ofrendas
2. storytelling
3. cultural rituals
4. reflection and remembrance
5. Art and creativity
Grounding, San Marcos Style...
Join me for episode 21, I will dive into the importance of using items to help ground ourselves when dealing with anxiety, stress and panic. Learn how tangible items can reduce anxiety and panic and enhance our ability to cope. Let's use our sense of cultural identity to help evoke nostalgia with the help of the original Lion King!!!
Dime con quién andas y te diré quién eres!
Episode 20 explores how to separate anxiety and fear from our intuition. How do we know when it's our intuition communicating with us and when it's fear? Learn practical ways to listen to your intuition and strengthen your relationship with yourself.
Llorar y llorar!
Join me for episode 19 where I will explore the benefits of crying and how shedding tears is great for your health. Learn why we in the latino community need to cry in order to improve resiliency.
Cuando tu boca calla tu cuerpo habla!
Episode 18 is all about how the body expresses emotions. Learn some of the most common symptoms of repressed emotions and what you can do to release those emotions and improve your health. Aprende como el miedo, la ansiedad, la tristeza, y el enojo se guarda en el cuerpo.
Los trapos sucios ya no se lavan SOLO en casa...
Have you ever been made to feel that you have to carry the burden of a family secret? Have you heard, "los trapos sucios se lavan en casa"? Te Han dicho que no le puedes contar a nadie? If so, no estas sola/o. Listen to episode 17 and learn how to break this cycle and free your family tree from passing on this dysfunctional behavioral pattern.
Andas del tingo a el tango, sin descanso?
Have you heard of this dicho "Quien del trabajo huye, su porvenir destruye"? or maybe this one, "El que madruga Dios los ayuda"? or perhaps this one, "El flojo trabaja 2 veces"? The latino community has so many sayings to encourage hard work but there is a real purpose to rest. Listen to episode 16 where I talk about the value of rest and share 5 ways we can prioritize rest without compromising our cultural values.
Adrede y con ganas
Episode 15 is all about being intentional!!! Como hacer las cosas adrede y con ganas. I will cover:
1. How to set clear objectives
2. Planning your actions
3. Staying mindful
4. Reflecting and adjusting
All while keeping your cultural identity and working through limiting beliefs.
Realized post recording and editing that I didn’t add my disclaimer, so here you go…”the information discussed in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes it does not substitute therapy is does not substitute medical advice “.
Cuando metes la pata...
Join me for episode 14 where I unpack "asking for forgiveness" in the latino community. How to proceed cuando metes la pata, and you need to ask for forgiveness. How to move on when those who hurt you won't acknowledge what they did or how you feel. Also, how to break the generational cycle that views asking for forgiveness as giving away your power.
Neuroplasticity? y eso con qué se come?
Feel like you may never get better or learn new and long lasting ways to cope with your mental health struggles? Well, if so, episode 13 es para ti. Learn about the power of your brain to create new pathways and help you heal, y qué puedes hacer para apoyar tu brain in this process. I will also share practical strategies you can start today!
Eat, como tu abuela
In episode 12 I talk about the importance of eating como tu abuela. Te comparto porque eating whole food, real food and slowing down our meal prep practices can improve tu salud mental.
Mamá rage
Mama rage!!! It’s so real and intense. Join me for episode 11 where I cover mom rage, learn the signs and symptoms. Have you experienced mom rage? As well as learn about cultural influences and some consejos to help you recover from mom furia.
200% power
Have you ever felt like being bilingual is both a blessing and a curse? Join me for episode 10… I will be covering the challenges and trauma that comes from growing up bilingual. How might some of those struggles show up for us y que podemos hacer to recover. No te pierdas mis 5 consejos.
Which came first the chicken or the egg?
Episode 9 is all about how our gut microbiome plays a major role in our salud mental. How do you know if your gut health is contributing to a decline in tu estado de animo? In este episodio te cuento what can be some of those signs y voy a compartir 5 consejos para mejorar tu gut health ultimately leading to better mental health.
Vamos cambiando de temita
In this episode #8, hablemos sobre body image. I will share my story with body image issues y some insight on why this is so common in the Latinx community. Let’s explore what are some of the consequences of growing up hearing criticism over our bodies and what can we do about it. Take away 5 tips on how to start breaking this pattern today!
Camaron que se duerme se lo lleva la corriente
In episode 7, I cover the importance of getting sunlight and the role of vitamin D in our mental health. Aprende cuales son los sintomas de deficiencia y que pasos puedes tomar.
La terapia es para los sanos
In episode 6 I talk about therapy. Join me as I explore the stigma around therapy as well barriers to accessing a good therapist. Tambien comparto 5 beneficios de asistir a terapia.
Hay frijoles en la casa!
In today’s episode, I share how food impacts mood. Tambien comparto 8 comidas Que mejoran tu estado de animo, as well as one super food to improve your mental health.
El que diran
In episode 4, I speak about “el que diran”, where this concept comes from, parque es tan importante, how it’s impacted mi vida, and how I have navigated this.
Cuando se te van las chivas a el cerro
I’m back for episodio numero 3! In todays episode I will talk about my experience with panic attacks as well as share some consejos that have been very helpful for me.
“No eres normal”
In this episode I will share my story about my struggles with mental health y 5 consejos to get you started on your healing heridas journey.
Spanglish me
Hola, just a quick introduction to tell you a bit about lo que puedes esperar on this podcast. Join me y crece, come, cambia!
