Episodes
Monday Nov 26, 2018
BECOMING A SEX THERAPIST- Feat. Jen Reeves, LMFT, CST
Monday Nov 26, 2018
Monday Nov 26, 2018
Monday Nov 12, 2018
Monday Nov 12, 2018
In this second part of HOW MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS ARE MADE, we are moving up the ladder. In this episode, I speak with two fully licensed marriage and family therapists. They spill the tea on how to sustain yourself as a therapist, how therapy is "soul work", and the importance of Latinxs becoming therapists!
Below is must-have information on my guests!
Maritza Plascencia, LMFT
Maritza received a B.A. in Criminology and a B.A. in English from University of California Irvine where she interned for the OC Public Defender's Office interviewing minors in custody at Juvenile Hall. Upon graduating she was hired as a Victim Advocate assigned to assist victims in domestic violence cases going through the criminal justice system. She decided to pursue her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at the California School of Professional Psychology after witnessing the effects of unhealthy relationships and the dysfunction these create for everyone involved; from the children who felt lonely and misunderstood in their own homes, to the adults dealing with the mental and emotional impact resulting from their unhealthy relationships.
Throughout her career, Maritza has worked with individuals, couples and families addressing anxiety, depression, grief, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), childhood trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault and relationship issues, to mention a few.
Her style is to use an integrative, client-centered and emotionally focused approach that includes mind-body techniques and provides clients with practical tools. She is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy which she finds helpful in working with individuals trying to address past traumas and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) which she uses in her work with most couples.
Zeahlot Lopez
Zeahlot Lopez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Cosmetologist helping humans rebuild their spirit. Guided by her intuition, clinical training, life experiences, and some luck she currently helps individuals and families lead a happier life! Aside from providing mental health services to better the lives of her clients, she enjoys providing coaching services to entrepreneurs and those looking to increase their emotional intelligence. She enjoys comedy, singing in her shower, and cooking new dishes. Recently she was featured on the television network Univision, speaking on challenges associated with Mental Health and in LA Voyage magazine as a featured entrepreneur. She is currently creating workshops for women and young professionals.
You can reach either of these amazing Latina Healers below:
http://www.mindfulquestrelationshipcounseling.com/maritza/
and of course, you can send any questions or feedback to hello@throughtheeyesofatherapist.org
*Recommendations, discussion, and disclosures are for informational/entertainment purposes only. You should never substitute consultations/information from your own mental health/medical professionals with information from this podcast.*
Monday Sep 17, 2018
Handling Tantrums, Positive Parenting, and a Survey on YOUR Parenting Style
Monday Sep 17, 2018
Monday Sep 17, 2018
Hello! Thanks for listening to the podcast that puts a mental-health spin on any topic! We've passed 1400 downloads on Podbean and even more on iTunes! Visit www.throughtheeyesofatherapist.org for more!
This episode is about parenting young children. The greatest joy and the greatest responsibility in this life. If you interact with children or have your own, THIS IS AN IMPORTANT EPISODE. I list out four different parenting styles (survey style) so you can identify your own. Also I talk about TANTRUMS (cue Jaws music). I cover the behavioral science behind ignoring, attention, and why kids tantrums get worse.
Mentioned in this episode:
Parent Child Interaction Therapy: www.pcit.org
Next episode will be a continuation of this topic and I will cover how to create a point system or "token economy" for your child!
Stay tuned and thanks for listening to Through the Eyes of a Therapist!
*Recommendations, discussion, and disclosures are for informational/entertainment purposes only. You should never substitute consultations/information from your own mental health/medical professionals with information from this podcast.*
Monday Sep 03, 2018
Monday Sep 03, 2018
Welcome to "Through the Eyes of a Therapist"! This is the podcast that’s all about mental health! I am your host, creator, and editor of this podcast, Cristal Martinez Acosta, LPC, NCC! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Mental Health Therapist.
This episode contains a very special interview with a person who I admire very much! Richard Salcido is an LPC-Supervisor who also lives, works, and plays in El Paso, Texas. He was THE supervisor who helped me launch my career after graduate school and oversaw my completion of 3,000 hours of therapy practice to become fully licensed. He has trained many interns over the years and helped shape the next generation of therapists. He has been a therapist since the 1970s and has a great perspective on mind and body health. In this episode he gives us information on the 5 Domains of Healthy Living. Richard will walk us through each domain, giving us tips and things to try along the way.
And Yes, I asked if there will be a book.
We got a maybe on that one....but YES to a powerpoint presentation.
I hope to continue to make my first post-grad supervisor and mentor proud! Thank you Mr. Salcido for the push you gave me to launch my counseling career.
If you want to find out more about Family Service El Paso or have any questions about their services, you can contact them at 915-781-9900. You can find their contact info on my Facebook page or at my website www.mypodtherapist.com
Please follow me and get in touch through Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or Podbean! You can also send me an email cristal@mypodtherapist.com
*Recommendations, discussion, and disclosures are for informational/entertainment purposes only. You should never substitute consultations/information from your own mental health/medical professionals with information in this podcast.*
Monday Aug 20, 2018
Monday Aug 20, 2018
Life on the Border:A Therapist's Story About Her Immigration From Mexico. Episode In Spanish.
Resilient immigrant, therapist, mother, and attachment expert, Iyali Lara, candidly discusses her life experiences with me on this episode. She hails from Mexico, and moved to the United States a little under 10 years ago. She fled violence in her hometown of Ciudad Juarez. She discloses what it was like for her to live in fear for her life and her children's lives. She also tells me about the difference between living in the United States and Mexico. It took her great sacrifice and adaptability to create a new life for herself and her family here on the Borderland. Culture shock, trauma symptoms, and professional-licensing issues are all things she details in this enlightening episode. General recommendations for immigrants in the US and those professionals who work with immigrants are toward the end of the episode.
Oh, by the way, it's in Spanish. (Please excuse my Border Spanglish. I purposefully left it unedited for your amusement and unique listening experience.)
*Recommendations, discussion, and disclosures are for informational/entertainment purposes only. You should never substitute consultations/information from your own mental health/medical professionals with information in this podcast.*
Sunday Jul 22, 2018
Sunday Jul 22, 2018
Maybe you've heard of the popular obstacle race courses, Tough Mudder, Spartan Race, Warrior Dash, etc. In this conversation with Paulina, my muddy buddy, we talk about our physical and mental experiences during these races.
The both of us have strong backgrounds in Psychology and Sociology, so we talk about mental toughness, confidence, competition, discipline, and grit. We have done Tough Mudders, Spartan Races, Warrior Dashes, and other types of marathons/obstacle races.
We mention how we each trained for the races and how mentally prepared we must be to endure, prepare, and tough out some harsh conditions. We give honest reviews about our experiences with each type of race we have done, so you can decide if you want to Spartan Up or be a Tough Mudder.
For more info on the obstacle course races mentioned in this episode visit:
*This podcast is for informational or entertainment purposes only. You should always seek the consultation and advice of your own doctors and/or other health/mental health professionals.
Sunday Jun 24, 2018
How to tell a person they need professional help.
Sunday Jun 24, 2018
Sunday Jun 24, 2018
In this short episode, or "mini-sode" as I like to call it, I give a few tips on how to gently confront a person about going to see a therapist. It's easier said than done...but what is worse...feeling a bit embarrased about bringing it up? OR...Never saying anything about it but regret it later?
In the episode I talk about my resources page, which can be found at: www.throughtheeyesofatherapist.podbean.com (THREE LITTLE BARS AT THE TOP/DROPDOWN MENU)
OR listen to my episode about HOW TO FIND A THERAPIST
I also talk about these amazing tshirts! Visit https://bit.ly/2lAAov3 Wear one to show your love and support for mental health awareness and my podcast!
*All information in this episode is for informational purposes only and should not substitute consultation or advice from your own therapist, doctor, or mental health provider.*