Advancing mental health equity and offering opportunities as part of the psychology workforce pipeline is so critical. The Access Psychology Foundation is: offering training and scholarships for students as well as professionals who are interested in learning about evidence-based treatments (EBTs) such as CBT and DBT; as well as providing treatment for clients who might not be able to afford EBTs. Tune in to learn more about the available programs at Access Psychology Foundation.

Resources:

Access Psychology Foundation (APF) - http://www.access-psychology.org/

APF Training Programs and Grants - https://www.access-psychology.org/training-programs/

APF Scholarships - https://www.access-psychology.org/schools-organizations/

Support APF - https://www.access-psychology.org/donate/

World Confederation of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies - https://wccbt.org/

Indian Association of CBT - https://iacbt.org/

Continuing Education:

The Multicultural Counseling Institute courses - https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education

Support this Podcast:

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Music Samples:

Intro 1 Piano Jazz by Fethi Turk

Intro 2 Cheerful Electro Swing by Open Music List

Intro 3 Heroic Quest by Mikhail Smusev

Indian Classical Flute & Tabla by Muhammad Usama

Music New York Love by Eli Cookrate

Outro by Alex Kizenkov - Inspirational Cinematic Adventure

As part of the Pride Month Series, Hisham Nsier discusses with us why it’s important to have an intersectional and decolonial lens in psychology and the importance of exploring scholarly texts beyond what is taught in mainstream textbooks.

Hisham Nsier’s Contact:

X: @mindfulmoment98

Resources:

Decolonize Palestine Reading List - https://decolonizepalestine.com/reading-list/

Research Paper:

Abboud, S., Chaudhry, A., Taweh, O., & Pachankis, J. (2024). There's a lot of conflict between your queer identity and also your Muslim or Arab identity: A qualitative exploration of the intersectional minority stressors of U.S.-born Arab sexual minority cisgender men. Qualitative Research in Health, 5, 2667-3215. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ssmqr.2024.100393

Continuing Education:

The Multicultural Counseling Institute courses - https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education

Support this Podcast:

Donate 1-time any amount - https://checkout.square.site/buy/DFUO7XYMQ27EZ6QVUL6PC6FA

Music Samples:

Intro 1 by Nver Avetyan - Arabian Dance

Intro 2 by Mikhail Smusev - Heroic Quest

Outro by Alex Kizenkov - Inspirational Cinematic Adventure

As part of the Pride Month Series, we discuss the restrictive nature of gender binary. It is an idea of categorization where there are only two genders, male and female, which simply doesn't reflect the rich tapestry of human experiences and especially for queer communities. in this episode, Dr. Nadia Alsamadi explores with listeners the ideas of putting into practice going beyond the gender binary.

Dr. Nadia Alsamadi’s Contact:

Psychology Today - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/nadia-alsamadi-arlington-va/1182511

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadiaalsamadi1/

Resources:

Inclusive Therapists - End Mental Health Field’s Complicity to Genocide

Instagram @MarginalizedMajority

The Queer Arabs Podcast - https://thequeerarabs.com/

This Arab is Queer: An Anthology by LGBTQ+ Arab Writers - https://amzn.to/3Vi95ad

Operation Olive Branch - Mutual Aid for Palestine

Inara: Light to Utopia - "a groundbreaking anthology that unites the voices of queer and trans Palestinians from around the world, each contributing to a vibrant mosaic set in a liberated Falasteen."

Vega, M. G. (2022). Homonationalism: patriotism and islamophobia under the rainbow flag. Vertientes de lo internacional: desde la jurisprudencia, 89.

Research Paper:

Adames, H. Y., Chavez-Dueñas, N. Y., Lewis, J. A., Neville, H. A., French, B. H., Chen, G. A., & Mosley, D. V. (2023). Radical healing in psychotherapy: Addressing the wounds of racism-related stress and trauma. Psychotherapy, 60(1), 39–50. https://doi.org/10.1037/pst0000435

Continuing Education:

The Multicultural Counseling Institute courses - https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education

Support this Podcast:

Donate 1-time any amount - https://checkout.square.site/buy/DFUO7XYMQ27EZ6QVUL6PC6FA

Music Samples:

Intro 1 by Nver Avetyan - Arabian Dance

Intro 2 by Mikhail Smusev - Heroic Quest

During recording Open Music List - Cinematic Slow Sad Piano
Outro by Alex Kizenkov - Inspirational Cinematic Adventure

Pride Series Announcements!

Sources:

https://www.history.com/topics/gay-rights/pride-month

https://www.apa.org/pi/oema/resources/ethnicity-health/psychologists/anneliese-singh

https://www.stjohns.edu/academics/faculty/beverly-greene

https://www.gc.cuny.edu/people/kevin-nadal

Continuing Education:

https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education

https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education/recorded-webinars

Support this podcast:

https://checkout.square.site/buy/DFUO7XYMQ27EZ6QVUL6PC6FA

Music Samples

Olexy - Summer Walk

Paul Yudin - History Story Telling

The Beat of Nature

Lived experiences are so vital to truly appreciating the breadth of human experience especially as professionals in mental health. As part of the AAPI Heritage series, Dr. Lauren Yang will be sharing her lived experience with mental health, advocacy, and leadership and the community of professional spaces such as the Asian American Psychological Association.

Dr. Lauren Yang’s Contact:

Website: drlaurenyang.com

Instagram: @dr.laurenyang

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenyang/

Email: [email protected]

Resources:

Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA) - https://aapaonline.org/

AAPA Education and Training Council - Overview - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ftl_JTbw1zorgRMkQlfBGsXZxVMuPv-kcfOXrcaXnfo/edit

AAPA Education and Training Council - Call for Leadership Roles - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IFxCEjKJOxpus2mhug9W-Y30d-3FIlY6wP1X9j9xhqE/edit

Culturally Aligned Practices (e.g. Native Hawaiian healing-centered principles) - https://aapaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/AAPA-Newsletter-Summer-2023-1.pdf

Piecing the Puzzle of AANHPI Mental Health: A community analysis of mental health experiences of Asian Americans, NAtive Hawaiians, and PAcific Islanders in California - https://aapidata.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Piecing-the-Puzzle-of-AANHPI-Mental-Health-Report-2024.pdf

Continuing Education:

The Multicultural Counseling Institute courses - https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education

Support this Podcast:

Donate 1-time any amount - https://checkout.square.site/buy/DFUO7XYMQ27EZ6QVUL6PC6FA

Music Samples:

Intro 1 by Bohdan Kuzmin - LoFi Chill

Intro 2 by Mikhail Smusev - Heroic Quest

Outro by Alex Kizenkov - Inspirational Cinematic Adventure

Even though there is low prevalence of eating disorders in Asian Americans, it doesn’t mean that there are those who still do suffer from this condition. As part of the AAPI Heritage series, Runjhun Pandit will be exploring with us ways to explore and having conversations about disordered eating with AAPI clients.

Runjhun Pandit’s Contact:

Website - https://www.wellbeingden.com/

Email - [email protected]

Psychology Today - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/runjhun-pandit-lynnwood-wa/836464

Resources:

Nicdao, Ethel & Hong, Seunghye & Takeuchi, David. (2007). Prevalence and correlates of eating disorders among Asian Americans: Results from the National Latino and Asian American Study. The International journal of eating disorders. 40 Suppl. S22-6. 10.1002/eat.20450. 

Continuing Education:

The Multicultural Counseling Institute courses - https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education

Support this Podcast:

Donate 1-time any amount - https://checkout.square.site/buy/DFUO7XYMQ27EZ6QVUL6PC6FA

Music Samples:

Intro 1 by Oleg Fedak - Delhi

Intro 2 by Mikhail Smusev - Heroic Quest

Outro by Alex Kizenkov - Inspirational Cinematic Adventure

As part of the AAPI Heritage series, Dr. Ahmed will be exploring with us how South Asian women may carry more burdens than they might even be aware of. So when working with South Asian clients, as therapists, there are vital considerations to help the healing process unfold.

Dr. Samina Ahmed Jauregui’s Contact:

Website - www.drahmedhealthpsych.com

Continuing Education:

The Multicultural Counseling Institute courses - https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education

Support this Podcast:

Donate 1-time any amount - https://checkout.square.site/buy/DFUO7XYMQ27EZ6QVUL6PC6FA

Music Samples:

Intro 1 by Ashir - Kaise bhula dun

Intro 2 by Mikhail Smusev - Heroic Quest

Outro by Alex Kizenkov - Inspirational Cinematic Adventure

Sometimes when AAPI clients first encounter mental health issues, it may occur in the medical context. It can be helpful for mental health professionals to consider the importance of the mental and physical health connection. Additionally, speaking to different reasons for why mental health treatment may be needed and addressing different components of access can be beneficial for the client. Listen to our conversation with Dr. Namrata Nanavaty Vasquez as she discusses how clinicians can be diligent about connecting and exploring those topics within the therapy environment.

Dr. Namrata Vasquez’s Contact:

Email - [email protected]

Resources:

Gaps in Mental Health Care for Asian and Pacific Islander People and Other People of Color

More about PechaKucha

AAPI Communities and Mental Health

Continuing Education:

The Multicultural Counseling Institute courses - https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education

Support this Podcast:

Donate 1-time any amount - https://checkout.square.site/buy/DFUO7XYMQ27EZ6QVUL6PC6FA

Music Samples:

Intro 1 by Nver Avetyan - Indian Trap

Intro 2 by Mikhail Smusev - Heroic Quest

Outro by Alex Kizenkov - Inspirational Cinematic Adventure

AAPI Heritage Series 2024 announcements!

Sources:

https://aapaonline.org/about/history/

https://www.apa.org/about/governance/president/former-presidents

https://www.apa.org/pi/oema/resources/ethnicity-health/psychologists/true

https://www.apa.org/pi/oema/resources/ethnicity-health/psychologists/derald-wing-sue

https://asianamericanhistory101.libsyn.com/

https://www.sudhirkakar.com/index.htm

https://tsp.wildapricot.org/resources/Documents/AAPI%20Psychologists_Final.pdf 

Continuing Education:

https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education

https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education/recorded-webinars

Support this podcast:

https://checkout.square.site/buy/DFUO7XYMQ27EZ6QVUL6PC6FA

Music Samples

Olexy - Summer Walk

Nver Avetyan - Indian Percussion

The Beat of Nature

As part of the Arab American Heritage Series, we explore a fascinating discussion with Manal Toppozada, a licensed music therapist about the unique applications of music therapy, mental health, and identity. In particular, we also explore cultural influences of how we think about our own musical identity and most importantly how music can be a part of the healing process.

Manal Toppozada’s Contact:

Website - https://www.nmtsreno.org/our-staff

Continuing Education:

The Multicultural Counseling Institute courses - https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education

Support this Podcast:

Donate 1-time any amount - https://checkout.square.site/buy/DFUO7XYMQ27EZ6QVUL6PC6FA

Music Samples:

Intro 1 by Sound Gallery -  Belly Dance Middle Easy

Intro 2 by Mikhail Smusev - Heroic Quest

Outro by Alex Kizenkov - Inspirational Cinematic Adventure