The Latinx/e In Social Work Podcast

In this episode , Erica joins Arlys Tineo, LMSW to discuss barriers to language access and the effects this has on clients, families, and clinicians. Blending personal experiences and professional practice, we will explore how micro-aggressions, emotional triggers, and professional burnout all play a role in a lack of translation and interpretation services. We will then explore strategies for lan...

In this episode, Erica and guest Madeline Maldonado, LCSW explore how the protective walls we build—often out of survival—can unintentionally distance us from empathy, connection, and self healing. They talk about the real, often uncomfortable work required to move toward wholeness, and how meeting the parts of ourselves we’ve tucked away with honesty and compassion is essential for growth. They a...

This week Erica talks to Matt Sandoval, M.Ed., M.S.W., LMSW, about his work as the CEO of Free Arts Arizona. They talk about how his background in social work helps create an honest place for social justice in in his organization, the effects of politics for organizations in purple states, and how his experiences influence his choices.   Bio: Matt Sandoval, M.Ed., M.S.W., LMSW, is a widely sought...

We are bringing our inspirational and thought provoking series Cafè y Charla to the podcast. On today’s episode Erica talks about school social work with Michelle Ribadeneira, MSW, M.S.Ed. Guest Information: In Latinx/e in Social Work Vol. III, Michelle Ribadeneira, MSW, M.S.Ed shares her story “Falling Into Social Work” about her unconventional path to the profession. Now a school social worker,...

Erica is talking to the authors of with Latinx/e In Social Work Volume 3 along with their Madrinas/Padrinos (mentors) for a look into the process of what it takes to build community in the social work field. She is joined by Vol. 3 Author Elizabeth Amadiz, MSW and her Madrina for her chapter, and social work mentor, Madeline Maldonado, LCSW-R. They are talking about what it takes to find, work wit...

We celebrate 2025 Hispanic Heritage month’s theme "Collective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future" with great conversation between mentors and Mentees. Erica is talking to the authors of with Latinx/e In Social Work Volume 3 along with their Madrinas/Padrinos (mentors) for a look into the process of what it takes to build community in the social work field. She is joined by...

We are bringing our inspirational and thought provoking series Cafè y Charla to the podcast. On today’s episode Erica talks about addiction and it’s impact on families with Basiliso (Bas) Moreno, LMSW, host of the The Social Work Rants Podcast. Guest Information: Basiliso (Bas) Moreno, LMSW is a Licensed Masters Level Social Worker and a Certified School Social Worker in the state of Delaware. In...

We are bringing our inspirational and thought provoking series Cafè y Charla to the podcast. On today’s episode Erica talks about trauma, stigma, how to not suffer in silence, and healing .  Erica is joining by Latinx/e in Social Work author Natalie Gutierrez, LMSW. Guest Information: As a therapist, Natalie is committed to embodying our values and mission in her work with clients. She takes her t...

We are bringing our inspirational and thought provoking series Cafè y Charla to the podcast. On today’s episode Erica talks about ADHD and neurodivergence and the stigma and challenges that come with it.  Erica is joining by Latinx/e in Social Work author Sandra N. Crespo, LICSW Guest Information: Sandra N. Crespo is a licensed clinical social worker, professor, public speaker and advocate for div...

We are bringing our inspirational and thought provoking series Cafè y Charla to the podcast. On today’s episode Erica talks about cultural and personal adversity, role of stereotypes, institutional racism, and build strategies to deal with them. Erica is joining by Latinx/e in Social Work Vol. 2 author Elizabeth Conde, LMSW-SIFI Guest Information: Elizabeth Conde, LMSW-SIFI is a School Social Work...

We are bringing our inspirational and thought provoking series Cafè y Charla to the podcast. On today’s episode Erica talks about trauma informed therapy from the familial expectations on life, gender roles, education, and sexuality with Latinx/e in Social Work Vol. 1 author Jessica Hardial, MA, LCSW, PhD(c) Guest Information: Jessica Hardial is a bilingual clinical social worker, speaker, entrepr...

We are bringing our inspirational and thought provoking series Cafè y Charla to the podcast. On today’s episode Erica talks about microaggressions in the workplace with who shares their personal experiences and some excerpts from the LatinX in Social Work series. Guest Information: Giselle Rodriguez, LCSW, is the Program Coordinator for the Charla de Lupus (Lupus Chat)® program at the Hospital for...

We are bringing our inspirational and thought provoking series Cafè y Charla to the podcast. On today’s episode Erica talks about cultural trauma, family trauma, and exposure to truth  with Budy J. Whitfield, LCSW who shares their personal experiences and some excerpts from the LatinX in Social Work series. Guest Information: Budy (pronounced Beauty) Jamilly Whitfield is a Licensed Clinical Social...

We are bringing our inspirational and thought provoking series Cafè y Charla to the podcast. On today’s episode Erica welcomes Rosita L. Marinez, MS-NPL, ADV-CSW, MSW, SIFI to talk about Stereotypes, intercultural stigma, and assimilation. Guest Bio: Rosita Marinez has over two decades of experience specializing in operations management, fiscal management, project management, program development,...

We are bringing our inspirational and thought provoking series Cafè y Charla to the podcast. On today’s episode Erica welcomes Jean Carlos Osorio to talk about his journey in mental health and his career, answering questions for up and coming social workers. Guest info: Jean Carlos Osorio is a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist (CDBT) for th...

It's time to meet the amazing authors, social workers, and human beings that make up LatinX in Social Work Volume 3. On today's episode Erica chats with Natalie Gutierrez, LMSW. Natalie talks about her trauma, her family and how it all lead to her career and life in social work. She reads from his chapter of Volume 3, available December 5th. Want to join the authors of Volume 3 and conne...

It's time to meet the amazing authors, social workers, and human beings that make up LatinX in Social Work Volume 3. On today's episode Erica chats with Jaran David Manzanet, MSW. Jeran talks about growing up in The Bronx, the expectations of men of color, and reads from his chapter of Volume 3, available December 5th. Want to join the authors of Volume 3 and connect with some of the gre...

It's time to meet the amazing authors, social workers, and human beings that make up LatinX in Social Work Volume 3. On today's episode Erica chats with Sandra N. Crespo, LICSW. Sandra talks about her life with ADHD and being Neurospicy! She reads from her chapter of Volume 3, available December 5th. Want to join the authors of Volume 3 and connect with some of the greatest Social Worker...

It's time to meet the amazing authors, social workers, and human beings that make up LatinX in Social Work Volume 3. On today's episode Erica chats with Byanka Ramos, LMSW. Hear about Byanka's road to becoming a school social worker while growing up in Texas. She reads from her chapter of Volume 3, available December 5th. Want to join the authors of Volume 3 and connect with some of...

It's time to meet the amazing authors, social workers, and human beings that make up LatinX in Social Work Volume 3. On today's episode Erica chats with Arlys Tineo, BSW, LMSW. Hear about what led Arlys to become a social worker and the impact and inspiration of her chapter. Want to join the authors of Volume 3 and connect with some of the greatest Social Workers and Mental Health Profes...

We are bringing our inspirational and thought provoking series Cafè y Charla to the podcast. On today’s episode Erica talks about Microaggressions, resilience, and mentorships with Laudy Burgos, LCSW-R and share their personal experiences and shares some excerpts from the LatinX in Social Work series. Guest Information: Laudy Burgos, LCSW is an Associate Director in the Women’s and Children’s Divi...

We are bringing our inspirational and thought provoking series Cafè y Charla to the podcast. On today’s episode Erica talks about intergenerational trauma and shares her personal experiences and shares some excerpts from LatinX in Social Work Vol. 2. Follow LatinX in Social Work on the web: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-priscilla-sandoval-lcsw-483928ba/ Instagram: https://www.instagr...

Erica speaks to Catherine Moore, LCSW, host of the “Social Workers Rise! Podcast.” They talk about how being a social worker affects your professional and personal lives, how people care for themselves in their personal time, and balancing your time. Dealing with burnout as a social worker Importance of self care in the profession Inspiration for “Social Workers Rise!” Giving yourself grace.  Soci...

Erica speaks to Dr. Peter Rios, about his upbringing, the importance of authenticity and identity in community and mental health professions.  He talks about his journey with mental health, his childhood, relationship, and struggles that affect his work. Maximizing your potential & authenticity no matter where you came from. The journey to better mental health within cultural beliefs  The impo...

Erica speaks to a panel of social workers (Social Workers for Justice) about what needs to be done to give more opportunities for representation in communities of color in the social work space. Including what can be done to make testing and credentialing more accessible to those representing different cultures.  Importance of creating opportunities for new social workers Social Workers and the “A...