The Global Citizen Therapy Podcast

As immigrants and daughters of immigrants, we struggle a lot with identity issues. We feel guilty and lack a sense of belonging because we don't belong in a specific community, meaning we have a dual identity. That's why this week, I brought on my good friend, Richa Joshi who is the creator of Dual Nations. Richa's company makes tshirts and apparel you can proudly wear to own your dual identity. W...

In this week's episode, I answer questions many of us may have been wondering about anxiety such as: "How do I calm my anxiety?" "How do I know if I have anxiety?" "What are the symptoms of anxiety?" "How does anxiety feel?" "What is CBT for anxiety?" "Can a therapist help with anxiety?" I share quick tips and break down my favorite CBT methods to use with myself and with clients to help manage an...

This week, I discuss American exceptionalism and how it has affected me and daughters of immigrants. I shared personal stories about my frustration with the "American Standard". As a therapist, I want to provide help and my mental health services to daughters of immigrants in the United states, but it is difficult to do so when I am not licensed in the United States. Other therapists can relate to...

Do you ever feel as though you have a very com plex identity? Or as if you have many identities because you are bicultural. I sometimes feel as though I have lived so many lives because growing up among two cultures was such a unique experience a lot of people cant relate to. I was the first in my family to go to college, to go to therapy, and to become a therapist. My own experiences have shaped...

The Global Citizen Therapy podcast is now a podcast on mental health for women of color who are daughters of immigrants. I decided to make this change because bicultural women are underrepresented in our society and it is about time a mental health podcast for us existed where we could feel safe to share and explore different topics that affect us. So join me and tune in. If you would like to work...

In this episode I share my journey to become a social worker. It is definitely a bit unconventional but then again a lot of what I am doing now is unconventional and different. That's the beauty of if.  Daughters of immigrants can likely relate to the need I mention to earn this degree for my parents who sacrificed so much for me and also to why I chose a degree that would allow me to help my comm...

It is likely that unless you are a mental health professional, you may have at some point wondered what the hell is the difference between a psychologist, psychiatrist, psychotherapist, counsellor, social worker, and a therapist. I get asked this question quite often. I actually had a colleague call me and ask me this question a week after I had recorded this podcast episode. The truth is, it is a...

TW: Sexual assault is one of those topics that is still a bit taboo in our society. I realized that I never learned the definition of sexual assault in high school. It was never something that was talked about in detail or taught. I know I'm probably not the only one so let's talk about it. In this episode, I talk about what sexual assault is, what the different types of sexual assault are, what t...

Have you ever heard the saying that self-care is an act of rebellion? In this episode, I talk about why especially for women of color, self-care can be the ultimate act of rebellion. We know that we earn less and are more likely to have more health problems and yet we are less likely to have access to resources or ask for help than our white counterparts. Of course, the reasons for all of these is...

Finding a therapist who is a good fit for you and your needs can be tricky so in this episode I outline some of the things you might want to consider when beginning your search. I also share with you some questions you can ask your therapist. As the first person in my family to go to therapy and a therapist myself, I know it can be daunting to begin this search, so I break down the process with yo...

For this week's podcast, I go into Erik Erikson's 8 stages of human development. From infancy to older adulthood, I dive into what is developed after successfully completing each stage. Essential virtues develop from each of the eight stages which are: Trust vs. mistrust Autonomy vs. shame & doubt Initiative vs. guilt Industry vs. inferiority Identity vs. role confusion Intimacy versus isolation G...

In this episode, I talk about why Roe V. Wade being overturned may be traumatic for a lot of us and what to do if we are feeling triggered. When we receive news like this that can be life-altering, we may go into survival mode. As a result of being in survival mode, we will react with either Fight, Flight, Freeze, or Fawn. I explain what each of these means and how to cope with the difficult emoti...

Your first time in therapy can be scary especially if you are not sure what to expect. As the first person in her family to go to therapy and the first therapist in her family, I break down what therapy looks like and and what you can expect. I start from the beginning with what an initial consultation call will be like and I also talk about what your first few sessions might entail with different...

In this episode, I dissect this question that I know people of color may hate, dread, fear, and anticipate. This question can cause so much activation in our bodies because of the reactions we have received in the past or have witnessed others receive. This microagression can cause conflict within us because it is related to our racial and cultural identity. This question can be offensive to a lot...

In this e pisode I talk about the issues with mental health regulations in certain countries. I share my experience with imposter syndrome and the barriers that were in place for me to show up and serve my own community because of the regulations that do not exist in a lot of other countries. If you would like to sign up to work with me, I am accepting new clients at the moment.  If you're interes...

Spiritual trauma is heavy, and yet it is a type of trauma that is not talked about enough. The current political mess in the U.S. around women's reproductive rights made me realize I wanted to talk about this topic, share my story, and help listeners with tips on how to heal from spiritual trauma. In this episode, we will dive into what spiritual trauma is, why I decided to share my story, and I w...

The journey for first-generation college students starts at a pretty young age. In this episode, I explain a bit more about my own experience and how that started way before I set foot on the doors of any college or university. I decided to talk about a conversation I have never really heard anyone have which is around self-care and rest for first generation college students and daughters of immig...

In this episode, I share a bit about my relationship with books and how it's changed over the years. I talk about how books were my escape but as a first gen student and daughter of immigrants, it was something that my parents couldn't really understand. I talk about what it was like growing up as a book-obsessed girl and the opportunities it opened up for me only to now decades later realize that...

In this episode, we talk about seasonal affective disorder which is more commonly known as the winter blues. We talk about risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options. We also talk about what seasonal affective disorder is and the science behind it. If you are like me and struggle during the winter, tune in to this episode because seasonal depression can be managed and treated. If you or someone...

In this week's episode I chat with Elena Darmenko who is a cross-cultural psychologist, female activist, and advocate for justice. We talk about culture shock, female empowerment, workers rights, and much more. Tune in. 

Trigger warning: Domestic Violence In this episode I talked to Ashlee Dozier about her firsthand experience in an emotionally abusive relationship, how she left, started her healing journey through travel and therapy, and is now a successful entrepreneur.  Apologies, we had some technical issues with the audio so you may hear some feedback in the background. If you want to connect with Ashlee Dozi...

In this week's episode, I interviewed Jessica Deckert who is a licensed professional counselor and the founder of Igniting Change, LLC. We talked about Jessica's own experiences as an LGBTQIA therapist and the common recurring issues she sees in the population she works with. Tune in to listen. https://www.ignitingyourchange.org/ https://www.instagram.com/ignitingyourchange/  

Tune in to this week's podcast episode as we keep the conversation on burnout going with guest Nathalie who experienced burnout firsthand and talks about how she overcame it and is now training to help people experiencing the same thing. https://www.npower.eu/ https://www.instagram.com/natyvanhaaren/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathalie-van-haaren-370a8953/

Erin Elizabeth Wells is The Intentionality Expert and founder of Chosen Course which works with location-independent entrepreneurs to stop the burnout, 24/7 overworking hustle, and start creating scalable, business and productivity systems so they can enjoy their freedom-loving lifestyle.  She is the author of Inspired Action: Create More Purpose, Productivity, & Peace in Your Life .  Erin is a ce...