Hey all! This is a short episode. Just my personal thoughts of whats been going in the country in the past week. Would love to hear your feedback about it and hope we can begin a dialogue to understand each other. Much love from me, Rene aka The Chubby Therapist. #FeedYourMentalHealth

This marks our most intimately honest episode to date. I sit down with Ashley Caballero, founder of Sparkle Mental Health Connection. If you've followed the show at all, you know I am no stranger to non-profits. We need them and we need to know they are in our cities to offer help to those who need it. Ashley gives a raw and honest testimonial of how suicide touched her life and how Sparkle Mental Health Connection was established. Like, share, subscribe and as always remember to #FeedYourMentalHealth.

Sparkle MHC Facebook Page

Sparkle MHC Instagram Page

Sparkle MHC YouTube Channel

I am beyond happy to welcome back episode 3’s guest Rachael McBride MCN RD/LD LCDC as we talk about Eating Disorders. She is a great pal as well as a wealth of information as a Registered Dietician. We discuss common misconceptions, stereotypes, screening, as well as tips for loved ones to assist identifying Eating Disorders and how to open a conversation about it. Like, share, and subscribe and as always, remember to #FeedYourMentalHealth.

Rachael McBride MCN RD/LD LCDC’s website

The Elisa Project

IAEDP Foundation (The International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals)

This episode is an intro into Psychodrama with one of my favorite clinicians I've ever met, Stephanie Coker LCSW LCDC CDWF. Psychodrama is a therapeutic approach that allows the client to physically engage in the counseling process. Stephanie gives us a great introduction on what Psychodrama is, how her background in improv influenced her work, and the benefits of this approach. Please like, share, subscribe and remember to feed your mental health. 

Stephanie Coker's Website

American Society of Group Psychotherapy & Psychodrama Dallas Workshop

Bridging Harts

Today, we talk about the kids. I'm joined by an old pal of mine, Lora Kingsley who has a private practice in Southlake, TX with Compassionate Solutions. We discuss her work with children and more importantly her work with parents. 

Remember to email me with show suggestions on topics you want to hear about. Like, share, subscribe and as always, remember to #FeedYourMentalHealth. 

Since the first day I opened my private practice in February 2017, I've been asked why I chose the onion as my logo. Today we discuss how the onion represents the different systems we live in and how each layer plays a role in our life.

E-mail me what layer of your life needs to be heard or addressed

Harlene Anderson's Conversations, Languages, and Possibilities.

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Suicide has been more and more in the news in the past month and we're lucky enough to have an incredible non-profit organization who is doing something about it. This episode, we are joined by Foundation 45. It was created in honor of two of the the three founding members of the incredible band Spectre 45 who committed suicide. 

We're joined by Lauren O'Connor, Peter Thomas PH.D, and Jen Sturges. They share their experiences with suicide, misconceptions, warning signs, and how Foundation 45 is making a difference.

Upcoming Events w/ Foundation 45

NAMI Walks for Mental Health

National Suicide Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

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Our guest for episode 12 is Dr. Cheryl Edinbyrd! She gives us a great intro into Holistic Therapy approaches and how it differs from traditional therapy. Find out how yoga and eating right can impact your mental health. 

You can find out more information by going to Dr. Edinbyrd's website and if you're in the DFW area and are interested in scheduling an appointment, you can find her contact info here. 

And as always, remember to feed your mental health!

We go back to school with Our Lady of the Lake University Houston! I was proud to sit down with the Bi-Lingual (Spanish/English) Practicum Team and pick their brain about being a psychology student on their way to becoming a fully licensed clinician. 

Visit Our Lady of the Lake University Houston to learn more about the program and admissions. 

The Houston-Galveston Institute continues to serve the Houston area and if you aren't in need of services, please consider donating as they have remained a non-profit giving to the community.

Also, I was proud to be featured on La Verdad Podcast last week about mental health. Check out my interview and subscribe to their show. 

Big shows coming up soon so stay tuned! And as always, remember to #FeedYourMentalHealth. 

This episode we go into the mind of a Rockstar who just so happens to be a family member. Experience the downs and ups that come with being on stage in front of thousands of people in this intimate conversation about mental health and being in the music industry.

You can find Joey's music on iTunes here:

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Anew Revolution

This episode is sponsored by my private practice Garcia Mental Health, LLC. I am now accepting new clients so please either call me at 214.308.1122 or go to garciamentalhealth.com for more information. Also, check us out on facebook and instagram.