Episodes
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Therapist Style and Self-Expression
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
A therapist who models and another who does interior design?! Yes, please!
Eloy Castro and Luis Cornejo are both Latine, queer, gay, creative mental health professionals who are in the style industry and you MUST hear their stories. They recall their journeys toward authenticity, genuine self expression, and risk taking. They also talk about the intersections amongst counseling, style, makeup, modeling, and interior design.
Here is how you can get in touch with them:
Luis Cornejo website- www.luis-cornejo.com
and insta- https://instagram.com/luis_thee_lmft
Eloy Castro website- www.castrodesigns-sf.com
and insta- https://instagram.com/castrodesigns_sf
If you like this episode, give to the podcast at https://www.patreon.com/Therapistcristal
Visit me on social media!
https://www.tiktok.com/@thrutheeyzofatherapist
https://www.instagram.com/throughtheeyesofatherapist/
or book therapy/speaking engagements at www.clarityelpaso.com
If you're a therapist who needs CEUs go to https://www.clarityelpaso.com/online-courses and use code "THERAPISTPOD5" to get $5 off any course!
Advice from this podcast should never substitute help/advice from your own medical/health professionals. This podcast is not therapy or a consultation. Copyright infringement is never intended.
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Therapist Horror Stories
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
In honor of SPOOKY SEASON we asked our listeners and community for their horror stories. We didn't want the PARANORMAL kind, we wanted the ones that left our peers and colleagues in shock and terror for different reasons. As you will see, in this episode, the horror ranges from kinda scary to outright terrifying.
Elisa Dobler, LCSW-S and myself, Cristal Acosta, LPC-S, NCC, CCTP read submissions and react to therapist horror stories. We even tell some spooky stories of our own.
If you like this episode, give to the podcast at https://www.patreon.com/Therapistcristal
Visit me on social media!
https://www.tiktok.com/@thrutheeyzofatherapist
https://www.instagram.com/throughtheeyesofatherapist/
or book therapy/speaking engagements at www.clarityelpaso.com
If you're a therapist who needs CEUs go to https://www.clarityelpaso.com/online-courses and use code "THERAPISTPOD5" to get $5 off any course!
Advice from this podcast should never substitute help/advice from your own medical/health professionals. This podcast is not therapy or a consultation. Copyright infringement is never intended.
Monday Aug 31, 2020
The Intersection of Politics and Mental Health feat. Veronica Carbajal
Monday Aug 31, 2020
Monday Aug 31, 2020
The personal is political and the political is personal. Mental health is both personal and political! It's about viewing the person as a whole within a larger system. My guest today really, really gets this.
Lawyer and mayoral candidate, Veronica Carbajal, is a guest on today's episode to talk about her views on politics and mental health. If you are an El Pasoan, this episode provides a window into our city politics. We talk about #BLM, the City's COVID-19 response, gentrification, and Vero's plan on changing the City's governmental landscape. Get ready for some truth bombs #realtalk #therealdeal!
More about today's guest:
From www.veroformayor.com
"Verónica Carbajal is a progressive running a grassroots campaign to become the first Latina Mayor of El Paso, Texas.
Vero is a Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc. lawyer and an advocate for the people, who has devoted her life to social justice, particularly, environmental justice, fair and affordable housing, disaster assistance, historic and cultural preservation, and animal rights.
Vero is a fourth generation fronteriza, raised in both Cd. Juarez, Chihuahua and El Paso; and she is also a children’s book author. She is a graduate of Burges High School, Brown University and The University of Texas School of Law."
REGISTER AND LEARN HOW TO VOTE SAFELY THIS YEAR: https://www.healthyvoting.org/texas/
https://www.usa.gov/register-to-vote
Disclaimer: *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.*
Thursday Apr 02, 2020
Counseling Amidst Covid-19
Thursday Apr 02, 2020
Thursday Apr 02, 2020
Hello, everyone! Today we discuss what it's like to be a therapist in the times of the Coronavirus epidemic. Myself and two other therapists located in El Paso, Texas talk about: what it's like to run a small business/private practice during a pandemic, how to prepare yourself as a therapist to see clients via tele-health during these unprecedented times, why you should see a therapist during this outbreak, struggles we see in our communities, and helpful tips/advice (other than washing your hands) for coping with this worldwide stress.
Must have information about today's guests:
Guillermo Castañeda (Memo) is a mental health counselor and hypnotherapist and the director of Counseling of El Paso. He completed his Masters in Education in Mental Health Counseling at The University of Texas at El Paso, and is certified in Hypnotherapy by the Hypnosis Motivational Institute. His clinical approach is eclectic as he believes that one size doesn’t fit all. His training and modalities range from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Hypnotherapy. He is passionate about helping others connect with their inner self and have strong and healthy relationships. He specializes in pain management and helps clients who are suffering from depression, emotional distress, or anxiety, as well as relational or environmental stress. It is his belief that as long as we are compassionate and loving to ourselves, we can also work effectively within ourselves, so his focus is on self-awareness.
Jazmine Silva, LPC-Intern Supervised by Gerardo Rosas, LPC-S, has both a counseling and a teaching heart. Prior to entering the counseling profession, she was a teacher at Ascarate Elementary for five years. Her profession in education and post graduate work inspired her at a personal level to pursue the field of counseling. Jazmine graduated with a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from UTEP’s Mental Health Program, CACREP Accredited, in May 2018. Currently, she works at Counseling of El Paso where she serves adults, children and their families. Jazmine is a Theraplay Foundational Theraplay Practioner and provides interventions based on Theraplay ® principles when working with children and their families. She is passionate about learning, growing and building better relationships.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://counselingofelpaso.com/
www.instagram.com/helping_hearts_changing_lives
Research by: Dr. Bruce Perry, Dr. Dan Siegel, Gary Landreth
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Tuesday Sep 24, 2019
Therapists Discuss 13 Reasons Season One
Tuesday Sep 24, 2019
Tuesday Sep 24, 2019
In this episode, two licensed professional counselors discuss the popular and controversial show "13 Reasons Why". Andrea Rios, LPC and Cristal Acosta, LPC-S, NCC dissect and dialogue about the implications the show can have on their clients. After a lunchroom discussion, the two therapists decided to record their opinions and perspectives for the podcast. LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED. SPOILERS AHEAD.
Mentioned in the episode:
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*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.*
*We do not own the rights to 13 Reasons Why. All discussions about the show are for entertainment purposes only. No copyright infringement intended.*
Monday Apr 01, 2019
Monday Apr 01, 2019
Contemplative therapy has foundations in clinical psychology and Buddhist psychology. This approach may be helpful if you: have a busy life, have a life...if you live, breathe....lol. It can be beneficial for ANYONE. In this episode, my guest and I discuss the difference between conventional therapy and contemplative therapy. We also talk about anxiety, which is, according to Catalina, one of the most common problems in her practice. We also talk about how contemplative therapy can help a person develop an awareness of their own emotions. She also explains how to start your own daily contemplative practice.
Must have information about my guest:
Catalina is a Contemplative Therapist and Life Coach with extensive studies in Tibetan Buddhism in India.
She’s developed the Silence Therapy Technique for Self-Healing, offering her clients the tools to find home within themselves through self-observation, stillness and the ability to tune in to the voice of our inner wisdom.
She enjoys Silence, traveling without schedules, daily rituals and having a cup of ginger chai while watching people pass by.
You can find more information on how to incorporate the practice of Silence in your days, on her website: [ https://inthenameofsilence.co] and Instagram: [@inthenameofsilence]
For questions, comments, new episode ideas......write to me! cristal@throughtheeyesofatherapist.org
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Monday Mar 04, 2019
BECOMING A SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST- Feat. Mawule Sevon
Monday Mar 04, 2019
Monday Mar 04, 2019
If you want to be a school psychologist or have ever wondered what a school psychologist does, then this episode is for you! School psychologists are collaborators, advocates, leaders, and team players! They are in charge of assessing school aged children and identifying their needs for success in school. They work with other clinicians like Occupational and Speech therapists as well as mental health therapists and school counselors! In this episode we talk diagnosis, IEP's, and the many factors influencing student struggles and successes.
Must have info about my guest:
Mawule has been praised for her contributions to the field of school psychology and behavior analysis on addressing diversity and inclusion. She is a nationally certified school psychologist and board certified behavior analyst. With the specialization of diversity and cultural competency, Mawule has completed research, lead workshops, and facilitated discussions throughout the United States and abroad. Her philosophy centers around capacity building and empowering parents, educators, and communities by providing them the necessary information to make informed decisions. Mawule currently serves as the Executive Director of The Key Consulting Firm, an organization which focuses on addressing the racial inequity among children in schools across the nation.
Contact: http://www.thekeyconsult.com
www.instagram.com/thekeyconsult
For questions, comments, new episode ideas......write to me! cristal@throughtheeyesofatherapist.org
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*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.*