Best Onlinetherapy Podcasts (2024)

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Why is body image an issue? 57:38

5M ago57:38

57:38

Join Nancy Diaz, a trauma-informed therapist specializing in the unique experiences of womxn of color who are daughters of immigrant as she delves into a profound exploration of body image — what it is, how it manifests, and the impact it can have on our well-being. Discover the roots of body image issues as Nancy sheds light on the intersectionali…

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Catholic School Confessions: Exploring pleasure and liberation as a daughter of immigrants with Chantelle Bacigalupo 33:20

5M ago33:20

33:20

Get ready for a liberating journey as I sit down with Chantelle Bacigalupo, a Bolivian-American daughter of immigrants, who fearlessly delves into the realms of female pleasure, dispelling myths acquired in the corridors of Catholic schooling. In this empowering episode, Chantelle shares her personal story of shedding the layers of shame, unlearnin…

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Silent Struggles: Sexual Trauma in an Immigrant family with Carla Alejandra 40:06

6M ago40:06

40:06

Join us in a powerful and candid episode as we dive into the intricate web of family dynamics and resilience. In this deeply personal conversation between two daughters of immigrants, my guest, Carla Alejandra, bravely shares her journey of healing from sexual assault by a family member. We explore the challenges she faced when her voice went unhea…

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How to Navigate the Cultural Clash Between Religion, Sexuality, and Mental Health as a Daughter of Immigrants 28:55

6M ago28:55

28:55

Join trauma-informed therapist, Nancy Diaz, in a revealing episode that explores the interplay of religion, sexuality, and mental health for womxn of color who are daughters of immigrants. We tackle essential topics, including religious trauma, abortion, feminism, LGBTQ+ experiences, and the influence of cultural values. Discover how Nancy Diaz nav…

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What is Marianismo? Unraveling it's impact on sexuality, gender roles, and cultural expectations. 21:49

6M ago21:49

21:49

In this episode, we delve into the intricate concept of Marianismo, a cultural phenomenon that profoundly shapes the lives of many daughters of immigrants. What is Marianismo, and how does it influence our sexuality, gender roles, and cultural expectations? Join us as we demystify this cultural ideal, exploring its deep-rooted impact on our experie…

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Between the Sheets and the Mind: Mental Health's Hidden Influence 28:05

6M ago28:05

28:05

In this episode, join me to hear from an experienced therapist as we delve deep into the intricate relationship between sex and mental health. From symptoms of mental health conditions to the impact on relationships, I leave no stone unturned in this comprehensive exploration. 🔍 Discover the profound connections between: Mental Health Conditions: U…

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Dating Down Under: My Cultural Insights from U.S. to Australia 45:21

7M ago45:21

45:21

In this episode, I delve into the fascinating world of dating, comparing the cultural differences between Australia and the United States. Join me as I explore topics like birth control, the impact of dating apps, the nightlife scene at clubs, and the tradition of men paying for women. I'll also share my own lived experiences as a woman of color na…

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Deconstructing Stereotypes: The Fetishization of Women of Color 49:28

7M ago49:28

49:28

In this eye-opening episode, I delve deep into the complex issue of fetishization, focusing on its impact on women of color. Join us as we explore the harmful stereotypes, objectification, and dehumanization that contribute to this phenomenon. I share personal experiences, insights, and strategies for empowerment. I also discuss the broader social …

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Breaking Stigmas: Conversations on Sexuality with a Therapist 46:09

7M ago46:09

46:09

Get ready for more therapist storytelling! This time I dive into the wild world of sexuality and share with you all the bumpy ride that has been my journey to get to where I am today in terms of sex-positivity. I talk about all things related to intimacy including self-pleasure, kinks, partner satisfaction, exploration, shame, guilt, and stigma. Se…

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Embracing my truth: Bixesuality and self-acceptance 38:17

7M ago38:17

38:17

In this episode, I bare my soul and share my deeply personal journey of discovering and embracing my bisexuality. It's a raw and vulnerable conversation about the confusion, fear, religious trauma, shame, and denial I've experienced along the way to self-acceptance. Join me as I open up about the pivotal moments in my story, the supportive and not-…

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Dating as a Therapist: Insights, Challenges, and Personal Experiences 40:37

8M ago40:37

40:37

In this episode, I'm excited to debunk some common myths about therapists and dive into the world of 'Dating as a Therapist.' I'll share the unique challenges I've faced and open up about my personal journey in navigating the dating scene. We'll also explore how therapy can significantly benefit your dating life by enhancing your emotional intellig…

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Consent Matters: Unpacking the Complexities of Sexual Assault 35:18

8M ago35:18

35:18

In this episode, we dive into taboo topics like sexual assault and it's effects, sexual trauma and healing, consent education, and survivor empowerment. We dissect how the media portrays sexual assault and how to know if you have experienced sexual assault. We debunk myths and shed light on sexual abuse and domesetic violence issues that affect our…

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Financial Empowerment and Emotional Wellness with Carol Umanzor, Founder of Born to be Seen 49:13

8M ago49:13

49:13

Join us on an emotionally charged journey as we delve into the life story of Carol Umanzor, the inspiring Founder of Born to be Seen. In this episode, we will explore the profound impact of her upbringing on the financial perspective of women of color. Carol's tale will transport you from the landscapes of El Salvador to the streets of California, …

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Is Sex Bad? 42:50

8M ago42:50

42:50

In this episode, I share my personal journey through the complexity of sexuality. In this intimate solocast episode, I invite you to join me as I delve deep into questions many of us ponder privately. From the the agehold question of "Is it normal to want sex?" to the weight of guilt when our immigrant families don't want us to date that leads us t…

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Empowering Journeys: Embracing Motherhood, Sexuality, and Stripping with Sexologist Gabriela Rivas Ureta 49:25

9M ago49:25

49:25

Join sexologist, educator, mother, and dancer Gabriela Rivas Ureta in a candid discussion about embracing identity, sexuality, confidence, and empowerment. Discover how her journey through motherhood and stripping led to newfound self-assurance, challenging norms, and asking for what she needs. Explore the intersection of Latina sexiness, life skil…

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Barbie Movie Analysis: Unmasking Machismo and Patriarchy from a Therapist Perspective 44:38

9M ago44:38

44:38

In this special solo episode of The Global Citizen Therapy Podcast, we'll explore the recently released Barbie movie and its connections to societal issues like body image, colorism, machismo, perfectionism, mental health stigma, parental pressures, sexual orientation shame, the taboo of sex, and more. Join me as we reflect on these themes, their i…

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How to Stay Fit & Healthy as a Mom: An interview with Roma van der Walt, a Professional Athlete and Maternal Mental Health Advocate 56:46

9M ago56:46

56:46

In this episode, I chat with Roma van der Walt, a former professional athlete and the founder of More Than Mom, a platform that supports moms in their fitness and wellness journey. Roma Van Der Walt is also the founder of Vitelle, a women’s metabolic health and longevity start-up focused on female bodies. She spent almost a decade as a professional…

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Q&A with Pauline Peck: Navigating online dating, loneliness, and parental expectations 51:11

9M ago51:11

51:11

Join trauma-informed therapists Pauline Peck and Nancy Diaz as they answer heartfelt questions from daughters of immigrants. In this episode you'll gain insights and practical advice on navigating the complexities of love, maintaining cultural identity, and managing parental expectations. Dr Pauline Yeghnazar Peck is a trauma-informed, anti-oppress…

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Self-love as a daughter of immigrants 32:09

10M ago32:09

32:09

Join Nancy Diaz as she explores the transformative journey of self-discovery, self-love, and healthy relationships for women of color who are daughters of immigrants. Nancy Diaz, a trauma-informed therapist, delves into the connection between self-love and healthy relationships. This episode covers exploring practical self-care practices, nurturing…

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Dating, Relationships, and Cultural Identity as a Latina Australiana with Michelle Yañez Olivares, Founder of Amiga Mia 57:06

10M ago57:06

57:06

Dive into a captivating conversation with Michelle Yañez Olivares, a daughter of immigrants who grew up in Australia. Michelle shares her inspiring journey of navigating cultural identity, the need for community events for Latinos, and embracing our truths. Join us in this heartfelt episode in which we explore cultural scripts, toxic masculinity, a…

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Unleashing Your Creative Flow: Exploring Menstrual Health and Wellbeing with De’Nicea Hilton Harper 58:40

10M ago58:40

58:40

In this episode, holistic well-being consultant De’Nicea Hilton Harper explores the intersection of menstrual health, creativity, and overall well-being. She shares insights on how play and connecting with one's inner child can fuel creativity and promote personal and professional growth. De’Nicea provides practical advice on releasing negative emo…

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Exploring sexual wellness with Dr. Ivanna Maupome, Sexologist & Pleasure Coach 37:53

10M ago37:53

37:53

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Global Citizen Therapy Podcast! Join me, your host Nancy Diaz, as we delve into the fascinating world of sexual wellness with the esteemed Dr. Ivanna Maupomé, a renowned sexologist and pleasure coach. In this episode we explore the secrets to better sex, the relationship between sex and mental health, an…

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Why do I struggle to ask for help? 42:48

1y ago42:48

42:48

There are so many different reasons you may find yourself constantly wondering, "Why can't I ask for help?" It's a question that many daughters of immigrants ask themselves and so in this week's podcast episode, I address it. I share my own journey and struggles with this and touch on a few different reasons why you may struggle to accept help such…

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How to convince your partner to go to therapy? with Augusto Blanco, narrative psychotherapist with gender perspective 48:09

1y ago48:09

48:09

So you might be wondering how to get your partner to go to therapy. How do I know this? It's a question that a lot of my clients have asked me. It's a question I get asked quite often. In today's podcast episode, Augusto Blanco and I have a conversation about this and give tips on how to convince your partner to get help. We talk about gender norms…

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Money stories in immigrant families with Christina V. Rodriguez, Founder of Latinas with Masters 29:04

1y ago29:04

29:04

In this week's episode, I have the honor of chatting with Christina V. Rodriguez who is the founder of Latinas With Masters. Christina brings in Big Latinx energy into this episode and is so inspiring that you are not going to be able to press pause until you finish hearing her speak. Christina V. Rodriguez is a first-generation Latina, born and ra…

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Why do Social Workers make so little? 36:20

1y ago36:20

36:20

Join us in this episode to learn about what therapists go through when working in mental health organizations, the obstacles of a private practice, and the added weight of facing them as a woman of color. In this episode, I interview Melissa Bada-Devers, a holistic psychotherapist practicing in New York adn New Jersey. We discuss the current situat…

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Lessons learned while traveling 1:00:44

1y ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Tune in to this week's episode as I share with you the highs, lows, and lessons learned on my recent 2 month trip abroad. As a first-gen Latina therapist, I know I spent many years wondering how to travel the world. In just two short months, I found myself covering 3 different countries and having so many adventures along the way! I share with you …

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What is a financial therapist? with LaQueshia Clemons 30:57

1y ago30:57

30:57

Tune in to this week's episode to learn about what exactly a financial therapist is, what they do, and how they can help with money stories. In this episode, I interview LaQueshia Clemons, a financial therapist and an accredited financial counselor. We discuss financial literacy and the lack of it in programs and trainings for people of color. We a…

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Couples and Money 22:16

1y ago22:16

22:16

How are our finances going? Do we have a precise balance of our ways of income and where that's spent, or is it an afterthought? Financial planning is one of the most important life-skills we can learn as an adult, since we have to balance so many services and products we use and consume day-to-day, month-to-month, as basic as rent, gas or food for…

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Suicide Awareness 35:24

1+ y ago35:24

35:24

Let's talk about one of the biggest issues we as healthcare providers face, an issue that's still taboo in many places: Suicide. Why would someone consider dying by suicide? What are the signs? Why is it so common to sometimes think about self-harm? Join me as I delve deep into what this subject means to me as a therapist, what my experiences have …

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New Projects for the New Year 23:34

1+ y ago23:34

23:34

A new year is here, and we know what that means: a sense of beginnings, of possibilities, of projects that are ready to start and can change our life for the better. We tell ourselves we'll make a push for better health, a more active body, a more nutritious diet or finally picking up that musical instrument we've had for a long time but never real…

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Moving for Mental Health reasons. 1:01:09

1+ y ago1:01:09

1:01:09

Sometimes we feel the need to move for certain reasons: jobs, opportunities, getting to know different cultures. But many don't get to take the step out of guilt. They worry about what their parents will think or say, how much their friends worry, or feel like they are escaping from whatever is hurting them. Join us as we discuss the different feel…

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Why did I spend so much during the holidays? 45:41

1+ y ago45:41

45:41

When holidays arrive, many things happens to us: we scramble last minute to fulfill a long gift-list, we juggle our vacation time with other activities, we prepare for meeting with family. Many of these are very stressful for us and we try to find better ways of surviving these celebrations. Join us in today's episode about how to navigate the end …

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Why do therapists charge so much? 54:35

1+ y ago54:35

54:35

There is a common misconception that therapists are rich and greedy. People often wonder why therapists charge so much. In this episode, I address this question and dive into why therapy is so expensive. Tune in to learn more about what therapists actually do and why therapy often can't be more affordable. If you're feeling ready to start therapy, …

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Knowing your worth 53:09

1+ y ago53:09

53:09

Learning your worth can be a tough task for a lot of us as womxn of color. We are constantly being underpaid, overworked, having our labor taken for granted, and being overlooked for promotions. No wonder our self-esteem is a mess and we struggle so much with imposter syndrome. In this episode, I share my own journey to learning my worth. I talk ab…

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Money Blocks 28:12

1+ y ago28:12

28:12

What are money blocks? Chances are you have them. In this episode, I go into the four types of money scripts that you may be affecting your relationship with money. We talk about overspending, going into debt, generational trauma, and so much more. I give you an overview of the different types of money blocks you may struggle with and the money scr…

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How to set boundaries during the holiday season 55:07

1+ y ago55:07

55:07

The term boundaries has become quite a big buzzword recently but setting boundaries with family members during the holidays can be easier said than done. You may be wondering how to deal with family during the holidays. In this episode, I share with you the tools and techniques I use with clients when they are wanting to learn to set boundaries wit…

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Latina Equal Pay Day 48:30

1+ y ago48:30

48:30

What is Equal Pay Day? In this episode, I dive into the history of equal pay day. We talk about Latina Equal Pay Day and I share a bit about my own experiences as a first-gen Latina in the workforce. We talk about the motherhood penalty, occupational segregation, devaluation of the labor of women of color, decolonizing therapy, knowing your worth, …

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My journey into business 54:56

1+ y ago54:56

54:56

Have you ever wondered what it takes to start a business? To venture out on your own when all your immigrant parents want is for you to have a nice stable job with a steady paycheck? Well, in this episode I spill the tea on what it was actually like for me to start a business. I share my journey to entrepreneurship with you because not too long ago…

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Mental health stigma in communities of color with Simran from Brown Boss Babes Co. 51:35

1+ y ago51:35

51:35

The healing journey for womxn of color can often have many roadblocks. One of these unfortunate roadblocks is the stigma around mental health. In this podcast episode, I interview Simran Handaa, the founder of Brown Boss Babes Co. and we talk about mental health in our communities. Tune in as we discuss the similarities between our beautiful cultur…

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Am I in a toxic relationship? 1:12:17

1+ y ago1:12:17

1:12:17

In this episode I talk about the toxic behaviors that a person in your life may be exhibiting that are warning signs that you may be in an abusive relationship. Toxic relationships can be both romantic and familial and in this episode, I explore what that can look like. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the U.S. and in this episode I …

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Decolonizing your money mindset with Luzy King from Say Hola Wealth 52:40

1+ y ago52:40

52:40

In this week's episode, Luzy King joins us and talks about her work as the founder of Say Hola Wealth. Luzy King is a badass Latina who helps women of color with their finances, money mindset, money traumas, limiting money beliefs, investing, operating a business, and learning their worth (figuratively and literally!) We chat about the broken educa…

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Money Trauma 52:35

1+ y ago52:35

52:35

It goes by different names: money trauma, financial PTSD, money wounds, etc. It's all the same thing though, isn't it? Our trauma impacts our relationship with money. In this episode, I share my own journey with money trauma as it relates to growing up in poverty and as the daughter of undocumented immigrants. What is your money journey like? Let's…

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First-gen financial empowerment with Certified Financial Planner, Diana Yañez 46:01

1+ y ago46:01

46:01

Have you ever wondered why you are so bad with money? Do you have fear around money? In today's episode, I interviewed Diana Yañez, a certified financial planner and empowerment guide. Diana and I talked about first-gen struggles around money and how she helps people with their fear around money. We talked about the importance of approaching money …

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Finding your inner financial voice with first-gen Latinx tax professional Sonia Castelan 56:55

1+ y ago56:55

56:55

A lot of us want to become financially independent from our parents. Becoming financially stable can be hard when you have grown up in poverty and/or have not not yet healed your money wounds. Many of us may have grown up seeing our immigrant mothers and other female role models struggle with having a financial voice. As adults we may now be trying…

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Money and Mental Health 23:03

1+ y ago23:03

23:03

What does money have to do with our mental health? Everything! In this first episode of season 3, I dive into how money affects our mental health especially as womxn of color who are daughters of immigrants. A lot of us struggle with scarcity mindset, limiting money beliefs, and wonder why we are so poor. I touch a bit on the systemic problems for …

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Female Empowerment 25:39

1+ y ago25:39

25:39

Why is female empowerment so important? Because as women our self-esteem is constantly lowered by men, whether we realize it or not. We have been conditioned to believe that we should put men's needs and pleasure before ours. So in this episode, I share with you my thoughts on feminine energy, female friendships, feminism, and how we can lift each …

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Racial Imposter Syndrome 40:40

1+ y ago40:40

40:40

Have you ever felt like an imposter in your own skin? Have your physical traits and appearance made you feel as if you were not good enough or didn't belong? Have you ever experienced microaggressions at the hands of people from your own race or culture? If you've ever been called a coconut, Oreo, banana, or something similar, you may know what I'm…

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Representation matters 23:13

1+ y ago23:13

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In this episode, I talk about why representation matters. I talk about the meaning of representation in the media for people of color. I share my opinion through the lens of a trauma therapist and social worker who often has clients coming through the door asking why their self esteem is so low. In this episode I talk about why your confidence may …

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Why am I so angry? 27:58

1+ y ago27:58

27:58

In this week’s episode, I answer a question that I get quite often from clients who think they are too angry. They may ask “Why am I so angry at my partner?” or “Why am I so angry at the world?” and so in this episode, I do my best to answer these questions with the theories I have and the issues I often find behind this anger. I explain a bit abou…

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