Destigmatize Podcast

Destigmatize Podcast

Destigmatize is a roundtable mental health podcast where both professionals and friends can talk about topics worth destigmatizing. My goal is to have real conversations most people don’t talk about. Additionally, I want to bring awareness. Join me on my journey by subscribing and following.

Recent Episodes

June 20, 2025

Season 4 Episode 5: Immigration Talk with Rebeca Gonzalez, APC

In this episode, I’m joined by Rebeca Gonzalez — a brilliant and compassionate immigration attorney, CSUB alum, and graduate of Loyola Law School. Born and raised in the Central Valley, Rebeca is the founder of Rebeca Gonzale...
June 15, 2025

Season 4 Episode 4: ADHD, Bipolar Disorders, & Everything In Between

In this episode, I’m joined by a good friend and former colleague, Dr. Naga “Satish” Bodapati, MD — a double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. With over seven years of exper...
June 10, 2025

Episode 4 Bonus Episode: Why I Can’t Stay Quiet - A Personal Response to Los Angeles ICE Raids June 2025

In this deeply personal solo episode, host Ramon Sanchez—Latino therapist and creator of the Destigmatize Mental Health Podcast—breaks from the usual format to speak directly from the heart about the crisis unfolding in Los A...
May 31, 2025

Season 4 Episode 3: EMDR, Play Therapy & Internal Family Systems

In this episode, I'm thrilled to welcome back Cristina Rodriguez , a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from Tulare, California, with over 11 years of experience in the field. Cristina joins me for a deep dive into three ...
March 4, 2025

Season 4: Bonus! 3/5/25 Strike & My Thoughts

Strikes can be complicated—especially when you’re torn between personal beliefs and professional responsibilities. In this episode, I share my thoughts on the latest labor action, why I made the decision to stand in solidarit...
Feb. 3, 2025

Season 4 Special Episode - Election 2025 William Brown Jr.

In this special episode of Destigmatize Mental Health Podcast , we are joined by Libertarian Candidate William Brown a dynamic leader and advocate who is running for California Assembly District 32. With the Special Primary E...