In this episode of the Mindful Podcast, we're joined by Yesenia Delgado to discuss the often-overlooked subject of Latino mental health. Our host Michelle engages in a meaningful conversation with Yesenia, exploring the unique challenges and stigmas surrounding mental health within the Latin community. Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion that aims to shed light on the importance of mental well-being for everyone, including underrepresented communities.

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00:45 Start of Show
01:22 How does mental health affect Latinos?
01:54 Are there unique mental health challenges that are specific to the Latino community?
02:31 What are common barriers to Latinos seeking mental health care? Language Barriers, Inequity, Lack of health insurance, Misdiagnosis, Legal status....
03:43 What lead you to become a therapist?
05:42 Misdiagnosing mental health issues
06:11 How is mental health viewed in Hispanic culture?
07:58 How does cultural stigma influence mental health perceptions in Latino communities?
10:10 Experience working with patients
11:08 Understanding family dynamics and emotional patterns in mental health
The Bowen Theory
14:06 Differentiation of Self, what is it? How does it apply to the Latixn community?
17:11 Finding help
19:21 The Bowen Theory
21:36 8 Princilples of The Bowen Theory
23:40 Triangulation
27:02 Fixing Triangulation
28:34 Personal Story on Triangulation
31:01 Genogram
34:13 Last Message

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