Faith & Feels

In this episode of Faith and Feels , I take time to reflect on the transformative experiences shared by Jordan and Sawyer, two college students who served at El Pozo De Vida, an anti-human trafficking organization in Mexico. I dive into themes of vulnerability, healing, and the importance of community support, while also addressing the battles of spiritual warfare. Through this reflection, I empha...

This Thanksgiving week on Faith and Feels , I’m so grateful to bring you a heartfelt conversation with two special guests, Jordan and Sawyer. These college students share their transformative experiences serving at El Pozo De Vida, an anti-human trafficking organization in Mexico. In this episode, they open up about the joy and hope they found in working with sexually trafficked minors, their pers...

In this episode, we dive into the traits and features of love addiction, a struggle that often goes unnoticed but deeply affects many. We’ll also explore surprising statistics on Christian women and pornography, shedding light on silent battles within the church. Join me as we unpack these topics with honesty and hope, offering a path toward understanding, healing, and freedom. Whether this resona...

In this heartfelt episode, I share some personal experiences that led me to become a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Growing up in a Japanese household, open communication around emotions and feelings was rare, creating a silence that left many struggles unspoken. Join me as I unpack the impact of these cultural practices and the challenges they created. Toward the end, I express my...

"In this episode, I will briefly share what led me to become a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT). There are two pivotal stories that sparked my passion for helping others heal from sexual brokenness and addiction. Through these experiences, I came to understand the deep impact of shame, silence, and stigma surrounding these issues and how they can prevent people from seeking help. Join me a...

Welcome to the very first episode of Faith and Feels ! I’m Rika Matoba Lopez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT) and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist(CSAT). In this episode, I’m excited to share a brief story of what led me to start this podcast and what you can expect in the episodes ahead. Faith and Feels is a space for honest conversations about mental health, specifically on sex...

Faith and Feels is a podcast hosted by Rika Matoba Lopez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT). This show is dedicated to exploring the intersection of faith, mental health, and healing, with a special focus on sexual brokenness and trauma in the Asian American faith-based communities. Through candid conversations and guest interviews, Faith...