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
Season 5 Episode 3: Legacy, Resilience, and the 619 to 661 connection with Mr. Shadow (EP 63)
The conversation with Mr. Shadow covers his journey in Chicano rap, the evolution of his focus and lifestyle, the strength of the community, the role of music as therapy, destigmatizing mental health, and the importance of un...
Season 5 Episode 2: Empowering Women Through Movement with Girls Run …
For this episode, I’ve invited the leadership and community behind Girls Run Bakersfield , a club that builds sisterhood while creating a safe space for women to exercise together. Luz Almanza, Angelica Sabiano LCSW, & Occupa...
Hope In The Valley Series- Ep 3 Culture Meets Care: Filipino Health w…
In this episode of the Destigmatize Mental Health: Hope In the Valley series, we are joined by Lorelei Punsalan, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, CNRN, CHSE , a powerhouse leader in clinical practice and community advocacy. Supported b...
Season 5 Episode 1: ABA, Special Education, & Everything In Between!…
For this episode, I’ve invited Morgan Mroz . Morgan is a special education teacher, ABA graduate student, and founder of She Shapes Behavior, a platform making behavior science accessible and practical for families, educators...
Hope In The Valley Series - Episode 1 with Ricky N. Bluthenthal, Ph.D…
Ramon Sanchez, LCSW with cohost Dr. Ashleigh Herrera dive into the conversation with Ricky N. Bluthenthal, Ph.D and discuss the challenges and disparities in substance use treatment and prevention, particularly focusing on th...
Season 4 Episode 10 - What isBorderline Personality Disorder (BPD) w…
For this episode, I’ve invited the stand-up comedian and host of the widely followed Borderline Podcast Disorder , Levy Lupu. Levy is a truly unique voice in the mental health space, bringing his darkly honest comedic style t...
Season 4 Episode 9 - Javier Barba & Holiday Soccer Tournament/Toy Dri…
In this episode, I sit down with Javier Barba . A Shafter resident, father, former CSUB soccer standout, and the creator of a decade-long annual toy and clothing drive in Kern County. As he celebrates the 10th Annual Toy Driv...
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