Trust and Thrive

Liz Rhea, MSW, LMSW is an associate licensed social worker and private practice owner in Atlanta, Georgia. Liz is a queer-identified therapist and specializes in supporting queer and trans folks, as well as folks navigating complex trauma, including religious trauma and purity culture recovery. Liz believes deeply in the utilization of reclaiming and healing within community in the therapeutic space. 

In addition to her work as therapist, Liz is a Founding Organizer for Let's Talk About It, a queer and trans-centered mental health training organization, and she creates content about being a chill therapist for both therapists and therapy-goers on instagram and tiktok! 

In this episode, we explore the intersection of religion, politics and therapy, and what it means to hold space for clients navigating all three. We discuss the nuances of religious trauma, especially as experienced by queer individuals. We also unpack ways to navigate the politics of religion in the therapy space, balancing personal and professional beliefs, why therapy is inherently political, and showing up online as a therapist. 

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Hi all! Please keep in mind that this episode was recorded a few months ago, and the intro was recorded early last week. I want to hold space for anyone affected by issues occurring globally - especially for the immigrants that make this country what it is and for fellow Iranians waiting to hear from loved ones as they flee their home.

To introduce this week's guest: Dr. Trevino is a Texas-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose private practice specializes in men’s mental well-being and relational therapy. He is also the Director of Clinical Training at Antioch University Seattle's Couple and Family Therapy Program, where he is dedicated to shaping the next generation of mental health professionals. 

Passionate about breaking down stigma, Dr. Trevino leverages his social media platforms to normalize mental health discussions, encouraging honest and open dialogue that empowers individuals to prioritize their wellness.

In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of men's mental health, diverse representation within the mental health field, and cultural stigma around vulnerability and seeking therapy. We explore what it can look like to find the right therapist fit, one that either can resonate with your lived experience or approaches it with genuine curiosity. We also discuss the importance of culturally competent care and the responsibility of therapists to address larger societal issues that impact their clients, rather than avoiding them.

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Happy Pride month to all! Sending love to those who haven't had the safe space, resources, or support to show up authentically. I see you and am so glad you exist. This episode contains clips from past episodes, discussing LGBTQ+ mental health, queer self-expression, transgender health, body libation, non-binary representation, intersecting identifies, and more. I've included the original episodes below, along with links to the guests' social media accounts.

81: A Conversation on Black LGBTQ+ Mental Health - with Josh Odam, Founder of Healing While Black - (@josh.odam)

127: Gender Identity & Non-Binary Representation - with Chris Sheridan, Psychotherapist & Founder of The Queer Therapist - (@theqtherapist)

128: Trans Health & Body Liberation - with Dr. Sand Chang, Licensed Psychologist & Gender Specialist (@heydrsand)

220: LGBTQ+ Mental Health & Self-Expression - with Luis Cornejo, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Certified Sex Therapist (@luis_thee_lmft)

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In this solo episode, I reflect on what's been on my mind related to the complexity of nuance of mental health, especially with online.

As someone who posts about both my personal and professional experiences with OCD and anxiety, I've noticed the pressure to reflect so many experiences in just a few posts. I talk about why one page or post can never capture the full experience of living with OCD and/or anxiety, the limitations of social media, and the importance of being able to validate and hold space for one person's experience without invalidating someone else's.

I also discuss my own journey with showing up online, my goal in making these darker, isolating experiences feel more digestible and incorporating humor without invalidating the real struggle.

This episode is more raw, as I also share my own doubts around showing up online and my goal in being able to show up despite internal or external judgment. I hope this is simply a reminder for us to stay curious, to hold space for nuance, and to support each other in knowing that these experiences are already so isolating. We don't have to understand someone's experience to hold space for it.

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Hi all! In this solo episode, I open up about my intrusive and anxious thoughts, along with the loud voice that is my inner critic. I share my thoughts on showing up scared and taking risks, despite what my mind wants me to do (which is to stay small). If you feel overwhelmed by your thoughts and feel like there's one "right" way to show up, this episode is for you.

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Dr. Yanira Hernandez is a First Generation bilingual, bicultural, trauma-focused Licensed Clinical Social Worker, consultant, speaker, educator, and clinical supervisor. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Los Angeles and both her Master’s in Social Work and Doctorate in Education from the University of Southern California.

For the past fourteen years, Dr. Hernandez has dedicated her work to empowering historically disenfranchised communities through clinical work, education, and community leadership. She is the Founder and Director of Pa’lante Therapy, Inc., where she focuses on supporting BIPOC individuals, with a particular emphasis on Latine communities, through trauma-informed, intersectional, and decolonial approaches. Dr. Hernandez specializes in working with First-Generation professionals, undocumented and immigrant individuals, and Latinx families. Additionally, she provides bilingual clinical supervision to associate clinical social workers in school-based settings, emphasizing the development of culturally and linguistically responsive practices. 

Dr. Hernandez offers consultation services to nonprofit organizations, K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and community groups. She provides expert guidance on culturally-responsive, anti-oppressive mental health practices, and facilitates mental health trainings, professional development workshops, and support groups across the country. Deeply connected to the populations she serves, Dr. Hernandez is committed to decolonizing mental health by integrating Indigenous knowledge systems, ancestral healing practices, and community-centered approaches into her work.

In this episode, we discussed the complexities of navigating cultural identity and family relationships, particularly in first-generation individuals and children of immigrants. We explored the feelings of guilt, gratitude, anger, grief, and more that comes with balancing cultural expectations and personal desires. We also discussed the nuanced feelings around starting therapy, viewing healing as a process and not a destination, working with immigrant communities and incorporating culturally competent care, and more.

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Emilee Crowder is an LPC who lives in Dallas. She works with people-pleasers who have experienced relational & religious trauma. She's also a dog lover, a summer baby, a hobbyist, and a fellow messy human. 

In this episode, we talk about what happens when things feel off with your therapist, and how moments of tension (aka ruptures) can often lead to deeper healing through repair.

We explore the power of relational therapy, how to have uncomfortable but meaningful conversations with your therapist, and why the relationship itself is part of the healing. If you’ve had a bad therapy experience or are still looking for the right fit, this episode can offer hope and validation, reminding you that it's never too late to find healing in relationship.

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Mother’s Day can stir up a wide range of emotions—grief, love, resentment, gratitude, longing, numbness, a mix of emotions. In this episode, we're holding space for the complexity of what this day might bring up, especially for those who are grieving, estranged, or feeling pressure to experience it a certain way. 

There’s no “right” way to feel. In this episode, I hope to normalize mixed emotions, letting go of guilt, and making room for your own needs. Whether this day feels heavy or joyful (or a mix of the both), you deserve care and compassion. 

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In this solo episode, I share my thoughts on trying to stay present and the underlying fear that comes with feeling content. I share more about my experience living with both anxious and intrusive thoughts, and how I'm learning to practice mindfulness with intention...which includes learning to sit with my discomfort, one day at a time.

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Sarah is a queer, first-generation Latina therapist who centers authentic connection, compassion, and vulnerability in her relational, trauma-informed approach. She supports clients through deep healing using modalities like Internal Family Systems (IFS), Brainspotting, and EMDR, with a focus on shadow work, inner child healing, and addressing relational and intergenerational wounds.

Her work is rooted in liberation-focused therapy, guiding clients to reconnect with their roots, reclaim their true selves, and honor their culture and resilience. [Name] creates a space where clients feel safe, seen, and empowered to explore their emotions, challenge limiting systems, and rediscover their wholeness.

She believes healing is a journey of coming home to oneself—and she is honored to walk alongside her clients every step of the way.

In this episode, we dive deep into how our relationships often awaken parts of ourselves we didn’t know still needed healing, especially our inner child. We explore what it might look like to feel triggered in romantic dynamics and the value in recognizing patterns that mirror past wounds. 

We also discuss how relationships can be powerful mirrors for growth. We talk intellectualizing healing vs. feeling it, how trauma can shape the way we connect with others, and the grief that can come with acceptance.

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