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Trauma & ResilienceWhat Pilates taught me about Trauma Informed Care, Consent and Body TendingI started Pilates in October of 2025, and I did not want to. I have an autoimmune condition, I sit at the computer for work, and I often battle leg swelling…
Trauma & ResilienceTolerating Letting GoIn this last month I've been giving a lot of though to the concept of letting go of what doesn't belong to us. This can be someone's expectations of us,…
Trauma & ResilienceUncertainty, Fear and RegulationIn this moment of global uncertainty, it's normal to feel overwhelmed. This post offers a gentle guide to navigating fear and anxiety, rooted in cultural wisdom and trauma-informed care. We'll explore validating our emotions, accepting uncertainty, and practical ways to regulate our nervous system. I'm sharing a free "Coloring with Uncertainty" book in English and Spanish—because our healing is collective. Together, we can find strength in our cultural resilience and create moments of calm amid the storm.
Trauma & ResilienceIntergenerational Trauma, PostPartum Anxiety and their after effectsThere are many mothers dealing with intergenerational trauma and postpartum anxiety. There's hope to heal and catch the warning signs early.Trauma & ResilienceGrieving on "Happy Mother's Day"Mother's Day isn't always about flowers and brunches. For many of us—especially in First Gen and immigrant families—it's a day of complex emotions and unspoken grief. This post creates space for those mourning mothers lost, yearning for bonds never formed, or navigating the weight of cultural expectations. Whether you're missing your mother, grieving a child, or healing from maternal wounds, your feelings are valid. We'll explore culturally affirming ways to honor your grief, set boundaries with love, and practice self-compassion. Because healing isn't about "getting over it"—it's about finding meaning amidst the pain and discovering strength in our shared experiences. Let's walk this journey together, honoring all forms of motherhood and loss.
Trauma & ResilienceNew Year Resolutions for the SoulNew Year's resolutions often leave us feeling not good enough. This year, let's approach growth with gentleness and cultural wisdom. I'm offering 22 soul-nourishing resolutions that honor your inherent worth while encouraging positive change. From embracing rest to challenging negative thoughts, these practices blend evidence-based therapy with our community's resilience. Whether you're learning to accept compliments or trying your Tía's pupusa recipe for the tenth time, we'll explore ways to nurture self-compassion and connection. Because true growth isn't about changing who you are—it's about embracing your whole self, ancestral strength and all.
Trauma & ResilienceValued Living Starter KitI'm excite to share with you all my Valued Living Starter Kit. This Valued Living Kit was inspired by my love for vision boards and desire to stay focused on…
Trauma & ResilienceSelf-Compassion on Valentine’s DaySelf-compassion on Valentine’s Day (and everyday, multiple times a day) is going to be important for people who might have some pain associated with…
Trauma & ResilienceWhat do I say to my suicidal loved one?I had the great honor to participate in an Instagram discussion on Mental Health and suicide within the POC (person of color), in particular the Latinx…
Trauma & ResilienceFree Download: Tips for Managing LonelinessLoneliness comes up quite often for many people. Below is a list of the top 5 recommendations I discuss with my clients who want to address this complicated…
Trauma & ResilienceSMART IntentionsHappy New Year! On January 1, most Americans vow to make some sort of New Year Resolution, behavior change, or as I'd love for you all to call them, "SMART…
Trauma & ResilienceFree download: Coping through an Emotional Crisisby Sofia Mendoza, LCSW…
Trauma & ResilienceA Mental Health Gift Guide to Inspire HealingIt's officially the holidays and with that can come with gift giving, stress and trauma triggers for many. Since the holidays can trigger painful memories and…
Family Dynamics & RelationshipsGrieving after an AffairJanis Abrahms Spring, Ph.D wrote the amazing guide book, "After the Affair" (this is an affiliate link) for couples struggling after an affair. She is able to…
Trauma & ResilienceSelf-SabotageA few weeks ago a colleague and I bonded over discussing Rumi, the 13th Century Persian Poet-Scholar. She has been studying Rumi with members of her Persian…