This week our special guest is Dra. Lisette Sanchez who discusses the topic of mental health awareness for first-gen students and professionals. Dra. Lisette is a bilingual and bicultural licensed psychologist, coach, and speaker. She is the founder of Calathea Wellness, a virtual practice providing individual therapy, coaching, and speaking services. In addition, she has a passion for working with BIPOC folks and first-generation professionals.
In this episode we cover: Her background growing up in an immigrant working class household in the San Fernando Valley and her early awareness of the field due to seeing a child psychologist. What is mental health awareness and how it relates to first-gen BIPOC students and professionals? The differences between imposter syndrome and imposter phenomenon. Accessible tips for how to manage your mental health during the holiday season. And words of advice for those currently struggling with their mental health.
You can connect with Dra. Lisette on Instagram and Twitter @Dr.LisetteSanchez, and via her website: www.CalatheaWellness.com
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165: Mental Health Awareness for First-Gen Students and Professionals with Dra Lisette Sanchez | Grad School Femtoring: Inclusive Grad School Stories, Personal Development, and Productivity Tips for First-Gen BIPOCs podcast - Listen or read transcript on Metacast
