In this episode, it explores the unique challenges faced by Latinx families when dealing with trauma. Paola Leon, LMFT discuss how cultural beliefs, historical context, and intergenerational trauma can impact their experiences. We also examine barriers to seeking help, strategies for healing and resilience, and the importance of preventing the transmission of trauma to future generations.

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Paola Leon is a Latina Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA who specializes in assisting children, teens and young adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and other behavioral issues. Paola is passionate about serving the latinx community and BIPOC individuals. Paola is an advocate of the LGBTQIA+ community. She integrates cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed care into her practice alongside other evidence-based treatments such as CBT, EMDR, and Play therapy. Paola earned her BA in Psychology with a minor in Child and Adolescent Development from Cal State University, Fullerton. She obtained her Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in marriage and family therapy from Pepperdine University. 

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