Getting Started in Therapy.

Aug 28

Studio Talk: Real Conversations About Mental Health.

Getting Started in Therapy. Episode 2

In this episode the co-hosts, Xiomara and Victoria, discuss how to get started with therapy. They explain the difference between “needing” and “benefiting” from mental health services and offer some examples of when to consider reaching out to a mental health provider. In addition they have an honest discussion about children and their potential mental health needs. Xiomara and Victoria also discuss some of the different barriers that potentially impede people, particularly marginalized and underserved populations, from taking that first step towards getting mental healthcare.

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References:

https://psychology.unl.edu/childmaltreatmentlab/documents/Barrierstoservicesinlatinofamilies_Haig_2001.pdf

https://nami.org/Your-Journey/Identity-and-Cultural-Dimensions/LGBTQI

https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2316&context=etd

https://www.americanprogress.org/events/women-color-mental-health-silence-solutions-success-resilience/#:~:text=Women%20of%20color%20suffer%20disproportionately,rate%20for%20all%20new%20mothers.

https://www.apha.org/policies-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-statements/policy-database/2015/01/28/14/51/removing-barriers-to-mental-health-services-for-veterans

Resources:

Major Depression (Clinical Depression)

What is Child Abuse?

ADDITIONAL CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

Mental Health Resources:

https://www.thex-studio.org/resources

Studio Talk contact: studiotalkmentalhealth@gmail.com

Learn more about our co-hosts:

Xiomara A. Sosa www.thex-studio.org

Victoria Lockridge https://www.wildvioletcounseling.com/

The Studio Talk podcast and the information provided by Xiomara A. Sosa and Victoria Lockridge are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although they are licensed mental health counselors, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical, psychological or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician or appropriate mental health provider before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

PLEASE READ: If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go immediately to the nearest emergency room. If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services.

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Xiomara A. Sosa

Hi, my name is Xiomara A. Sosa. I am the owner and Clinical Director of Summerville Women’s Mental Health Services.

I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor-Candidate. I am supervised by Dr. Latrice Love, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor.

I am Latina, born and raised in the Bronx, New York City, NY.

I am a first-generation college graduate and a very proud daughter of immigrants from Puerto Rico (a territory of the US) and the Dominican Republic.

When I am not working with the people I serve inside and outside of my communities, you can find me working on my nonprofit organization, The X-Studio: A Mental Health Cooperative, or on my podcast, The X-Podcast: Real Conversations About Mental Health.

Education

I earned my Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Phoenix University and my Master of Science Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Forensic Counseling from Walden University, both CACREP-accredited universities.

I have been serving clients since 2012, working in case management and other capacities, including counseling/therapy. My work has been consistently serving women and all other underrepresented communities, including communities of color, the LGBTQIA2S+ community, and the veteran community. The bulk of my work has been in anxiety, depression, dysphoria, and trauma/stressor-related disorders, and other specialty areas and issues.

My specialization is women’s mental health, integrative mental health (IMH), and multicultural counseling/therapy. My foundation is in cultural competency and social change advocacy. I focus on combining evidence-based treatment with alternative therapies. My focal point is on treating the whole person, not just the symptoms of a particular illness or concern. That includes mental health, physical health, emotional well-being, interpersonal relationships, and spiritual needs. I help clients identify patterns in their lives that may contribute to their struggles and work on developing strategies for making healthier choices. I am also a 9/11 survivor and a proud United States Air Force and Army veteran. You can read my full bio on my website at www.swmhs.net

https://www.CounselorXiomaraASosa.com

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