Inner Healing Paths Podcast

For this episode I’m joined by therapist, educator, and author Dr. Pavna Sodhi for a clinically rich conversation about racial trauma in BIPOC communities. She is the writer of a book titled Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy for the BIPOC Community. To learn more about Dr. Sodhi you can check out her IG @sunotherapy Together, we explore: 🔹 How racial trauma, intergenerational trauma, and immigration...

In this episode, I’m joined by Liz Fonseca, LMFT, a licensed mental health therapist and an artist at heart, to talk about how baking sourdough bread became a personal and creative healing practice. Liz shares how stepping into the kitchen helped her reconnect with herself outside of her clinical role. As someone who supports others through therapy, she also needed a space to create, reflect, and...

This new episode is with Dolores Villanueva, LCSW. Dolores is a mental health therapist, professor, entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and speaker. In our conversation, Dolores shares her life story, her wisdom from navigating adversaries, and healing. To learn more about Dolores check out her IG @letsweavewisdom . Disclaimer: This podcast episode does not treat or diagnose any physical or ment...

For this episode, I invited Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodriguez. Prisca is a storyteller, public theologian, and feminist. Prisca just released her second book  "Tias and Primas: On Knowing and Loving the Women Who Raised Us."  She is also the best-selling author of the book titled  "For Brown Girls with Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts." In our conversation, Prisca shared about the process of writing her...

This episode is with Judy Stella, LCSW, author of Reverence: Echoes of Healing and Gratitude. In our conversation, Judy discusses what inspired her to write her deeply personal memoir. Trigger warning: Childhood trauma is discussed in this episode. Judy shares her story about growing up in Lennox, California and overcoming childhood abuse and adversity. We also talk about complicated family dynami...

This episode is with Irisneri Alicea Flores. Irisneri is a professional genealogist from Puerto Rico. She completed genealogical research on my maternal side, and I will be sharing this with you all. The purpose of this is to give you all a glimpse of what to expect when working with a genealogist.  Irisneri will demonstrate how she starts the research, finding archives of births, deaths, marriage...

This new episode of the podcast is with Maydelli Alitzel Mendoza de Escobar. Maydelli is an undocumented warrior-turned-conscious entrepreneur, transformational life coach, mental health advocate, and speaker. She began her spiritual journey 18 years ago, searching for inner healing. In our conversation, Maydelli shares her life story, her wisdom from navigating adversaries, and energy healing. To...

Trigger Warning: Sexual violence is discussed in this episode.  This episode is with Brenda Martinez; she shares her story of surviving sexual violence, how she came to own and feel empowered by her story to help other women. Brenda founded Seek & Shine, an organization created to provide resources for women for individual and collective transformation to help one another shine. Seek & Shi...

Trigger Warning: Sexual Abuse is discussed in this episode.  This new podcast episode is with Robert Falconer, an Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, teacher, and writer. He has worked with trauma survivors for a significant part of his career. His primary focus now is working with unattached burdens (UB), which is a term used in IFS therapy to refer to spirit possessions within a person. Rob...

This new episode is with mental health therapist Carolina Quiroz, LCSW. Carolina shares her journey of healing from an eating disorder that she developed during her adolescence. Carolina also shares tips and strategies that help rest and restore. We also discussed spirituality and the role of spirit entities in the therapy room. We talked about books, nutrition, and yoga. This is truly a packed ep...

***Trigger warning: In this episode I share about pregnancy loss. This is my most vulnerable episode. The goal is to open up about my experience and my journey in navigating a very challenging 2023. I share what has helped me cope and process difficult times. I also read a brief excerpt by Buddhist philosopher Thích Nhất Hạnh from his book "No Death, No Fear" which fundamentally changed me. Take a...

This new episode is with mental health therapist Sofia Mendoza, LCSW. Sofia shares her creative journey as a writer and author of over 30 publications. Sofia also shares about connecting with her ancestral roots by honoring the memory of her maternal grandmother through beautiful family stories. Sofia shares how she connected with her spirituality to enhance and evolve her healing journey. To lear...

This episode is with Dr. Alejandra Acuña, PhD, LCSW. Dr. Acuña shared the importance of reconnecting with our ancestral roots as an integral part of our healing. We also talked about having an intentional connection with our ancestors and bringing them forth daily as a source of personal empowerment. Dr. Acuña so candidly shared her story and healing journey of remembrance. She talked about her jo...

What is the meaning genealogy? How can I trace my genealogy and discover my family heritage? Why is genealogy helpful on your healing path? What are the essential steps to conduct effective genealogical research? What can genealogy tell you? How does genealogical research get started? Where can I find reliable and relevant genealogical records, especially for investigating ancestors from specific...

What is Chicana/o/x Psychology? What is Chicanismo? What does it mean to reindigenize?  What are the mental health needs of Chicanos in the US? What is decolonial psychology? This episode is with Dr. Manuel & Jessica Zamarripa, co-directors and co-founders of the Institute of Chicana/o/x Psychology. Their organization centers on community and professional development training for educators and men...

What are the spiritual and emotional benefits of walking in nature? Why is hiking good for the soul? How is hiking healing for the mind and body? What are the healing benefits of journaling?   How can you reclaim yourself through hiking?  Why is journaling so powerful? For this episode, I had the opportunity to sit with Cindy Y. Rodriguez, founder and creator of Reclama, a spiritual wellness commu...

I have the opportunity to sit with my friend and colleague Maria Maria Lemus Maldonado, MSW. This is not a formal interview; we call it a "comadres session." It is a fun and lighthearted platica (talk) about topics we are passionate about, such as emotional & energy healing, curanderismo, spirituality, mental health, and more.  If you like what you hear and find it helpful on your healing journey,...

What is the definition of curanderismo? Where is curanderismo from?  How can curaderismo help us heal emotional wounds? What are the different types of curanderismo?  What is a limpia or barrida?  Why is self-healing important? What is herbalism and how does it relate to curanderismo?  For this episode, I sit with Atava Garcia Swiecicki, author of the book "The Curanderax Toolkit." Atava is a clin...

A moving meditation is a form of meditation that involves a specific motion as a way to clear the mind and connect with the present moment. Instead of focusing solely on the breath or a mantra, the meditator brings their awareness to the sensations and movements of their body, which can help bring a greater sense of focus and relaxation. Some people find that movement-based meditation helps them a...

Are you easily overwhelmed by bright lights, strong smells, coarse fabrics, or sirens nearby? Do you get rattled when you have a lot to do in a short amount of time? Do you make a point of avoiding violent movies and TV shows? Do you need to withdraw during busy days, into bed, a darkened room, or some other place where you can have privacy and relief from the situation? When you were a child, did...

This is a 5-minute guided meditation help you accept yourself, exactly as you are NOW. If you find this meditation helpful, share it with a friend and on social media. Remember to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.  Follow on Instagram @rosashetty  About the Host:  Rosa Shetty a licensed mental health therapist from California. Rosa intertwines inner child healing, ancestral/generatio...

This week's meditation is a guided visualization introducing us to shadow work. A shadow work meditation is a type of guided meditation that focuses on exploring the parts of ourselves that we may usually keep hidden or repress. It is a deep and introspective practice that allows us to face those aspects of ourselves that we may deem as negative, shameful or undesirable. By doing shadow work, we a...

How can I connect with my inner child through poetry?  How does creativity connect with my inner child?  How can my inner healing unfold alongside a writing career?  How can poetry heal my inner child?  How can poetry help me heal from generational trauma? In this episode, I sit with Vianney Harelly, writer, poet & content creator. We discuss writing poetry as a tool to connect and heal the inner...

This is a new 15-minute meditation to help you visualize your future self, fully recovered from an illness or dis-ease in the body, mind, and spirit. I will also provide healing affirmations for you to practice.  If you find this meditation helpful, share it with a friend and on social media. Remember to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.  Follow on Instagram @rosashetty  About the Ho...

This week's meditation is a guided visualization to help you imagine what it would be like to breathe for the first time. You will be guided to "breath in peace" and "breath out stress" for a quick mental rejuvenation If you find this meditation helpful, share it with a friend and on social media. Remember to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.  For more inspiration follow me on Instag...