Jake Boston is a Youth Wellness Coach that teaches the youth the importance of the decisions we make.   What we do affects those around us and our families.  He uses sports as a way to connect with youth and teach them life-changing skills.   Jake never thought he would be a wellness coach much less a foster parent.  His mother, who passed during the pandemic, was a foster mother and let him know that she was proud of him and the work he does.  Apart from sharing important life tips for youth and parents, he continues to teach respect and communication by example.  

Sponsored by:

Open Hearts Family Wellness

www.openheartsaz.org

Audio Editing: Valeria Armendariz 

Executive Producer: Socorro Dominguez

Production Assistance by Nopali Media

Carlos Rodriguez reflects on the importance of being supportive of youth that are questioning.  He has a wealth of experience in behavioral health working with complex cases and reminds parents that they are a significant influence on their kiddos.  As a Case Manager and Social Worker, he encourages parents to keep an open mind and engage their children, even when the conversation may seem unfamiliar.  He talks with Sukey Dominguez about microaggressions and how to improve communication both verbal and non-verbal to create a healthy environment for youth to develop.  In this episode, we some of the issues that LGBTQ+  youth face and offers tips to help families and the community at large. 

Sponsored by:

Open Hearts Family Wellness

www.openheartsaz.org

602.285.5550

Recorded by: Spoken Impact Production Team

Audio Editing: Valeria Armendariz

Executive Producer: Socorro Dominguez

Production Assistance by Nopali Media

Veronica Liles is a passionate youth Wellness Coach who inspires her clients to empower themselves. She knows how to build rapport with teens because she can see the potential and truly cares about the youth she works with.  She loves to focus on the strengths of an individual and turn them into positive affirmations.  Veronica shares her experience and wisdom and offers some simple yet effective activities that can help youth learn how to improve their lives for the better.  Art activities that involve visualization, meditation, and affirmations

Sponsored by:

Open Hearts Family Wellness

www.openheartsaz.org

Recorded by: Ezequiel Alvarez

Audio Editing: Valeria Armendariz

Executive Producer: Socorro Dominguez

Production Assistant by Nopali Media

Jodi Goguen is a Licensed Master Social Worker that works as a therapist with at-risk youth, including LGBTQ+ youth.  She talked with Sukey Dominguez about the other side of the situations that may arise in the lives of LGBTQ+  youth.  Jodi encourages parents to use love when they approach situations with their children.  Although she knows a lot, Jodi is the first person to admit she doesn’t know it all.  This is why it’s important to give youth their space and be willing to listen deeply in order to help them navigate challenging situations.

Sponsored by:

Open Hearts Family Wellness
www.openheartsaz.org

Recorded by: Manuel Lopez, Ezequiel Alvarez

Audio Editing: Faye Ruiz, Paul Castro

Executive Producer: Socorro Dominguez

Production Assistance by Nopali Media

Today we talk PTSD, with Jose Orona, an amazing advocate for at-risk youth.  He changed careers when an opportunity to work in juvenile detention presented itself.  That led to an epiphany about the young people he was working with.  They lacked living skills.  Today he works as a life coach helping children who may have PTSD or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.  He offers his unique perspective on helping youth to deal with traumatic situations.

Sponsored by:

Open Hearts Family Wellness

www.openheartsaz.org

Recorded by: Ezequiel Alvarez 

Audio Editing: Paul Castro

Executive Producer: Socorro Dominguez

Reyna Lopez discovered her passion during an internship that led her to become a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst.   She loves working with children and the field of Autism.  She joins Manuel and Ezequiel in the studio to talk about some misconceptions about Autism.  We hope that this episode is informative and encouraging for parents that have a child with Autism.

Sponsored by:

Open Hearts Family Wellness

www.openheartsaz.org

Recorded: Manual Lopez and Ezequiel Alvarez 

Audio Editing: Judy Goldberg

Executive Producer: Sukey Dominguez

DeOmri D. Cockrell is a  Behavioral Therapist.  He talked with Ezequiel about Suicide Awareness and shared his mental health struggles.  We hope this conversation reminds you that you're enough and that being different makes you unique. This world is better with you in it.

This episode was recorded during Suicide Awareness Week. If you need to speak with someone please call 800-273-8255 (Suicide Prevention Hotline).

If you need help in the state of Arizona visit Open Hearts Family Wellness at https://www.openheartsaz.org/phx/

Recorded by Manny Lopez
Produced by Socorro Dominguez
Production Assistance by Nopali Media

Joseph “Joe” Preston works in tech and serves on the board of Open Hearts Family Wellness.  As a kid with Tourette syndrome, he struggled to understand himself.  As an adult, he wants to share coping techniques that have worked for him but also works to make sure others have access to resources.

Also in this podcast, Sukey and Ezequiel share their personal struggles growing up.  

Sponsored by:

Open Hearts Family Wellness

www.openheartsaz.org

Recorded by Manny Lopez

Production by Paul Castro, Judy Goldberg

Kory Fuller is a former police officer.  He gives us an insight into how law enforcement approaches situations.  As a wellness coach, he helps youth understand how they should interact with law enforcement.  He shares his knowledge with Sukey and Ezequiel Alvarez

Sponsored by:

Open Hearts Family Wellness

www.openheartsaz.org

Recorded by Manny Lopez

Production by Judy Goldberg

Ron Dominguez a family support specialist that helps families.  In this episode he shares his personal story in the hopes that it will be useful to others.  Join Sukey Dominguez and Manny Lopez.  

Sponsored by:

Open Hearts Family Wellness

www.openheartsaz.org

Recorded by Ezequiel Alvarez

Production by Judy Goldberg