Understanding the Misunderstood

In this episode, Erika sits down with her colleague, Lily Beckett — Assistant Clinician at an ABA clinic — for an open and insightful conversation about the field. Together, they unpack common misconceptions about autism often seen in the media, reflect on lessons learned from working with children on the spectrum, and share their hopes for how ABA can continue to evolve to better support neurodiverse individuals.

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In this episode, Erika breaks down what autism truly is—exploring its defining traits, common symptoms, and the misconceptions that too often surround it. Drawing from her firsthand experience as a Registered Behavior Technician in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis, she offers an honest look at the realities of her work and the truths behind the profession.

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In this episode, Erika discusses all things identity related with special guest Leo Massey, an LGBTQ+ affirming and identifying male therapist who is comprehensively trained in DBT and works with individuals who experience anxiety, depression, BPD, and gender dysphoria, to name a few. Erika and Leo talk about how intersectional identities can clash with one another and impact mental health.

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In this episode, Erika delves into the complex world of identity and those that intersect considering the potential impact on mental health. She talks about what intersectionality is, how certain identities can increase the likelihood of poorer mental wellbeing, and what it means to live in the gray area.

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In this episode, Erika sits down with Dr. Brian Licuanan, an author, speaker, and board-certified psychologist practicing in Southern California who specializes in insomnia and family crisis interventions to discuss substance use, addiction, and the path to recovery.

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In this episode, Erika discusses definitions surrounding substance use, abuse, and addiction, as well as the effects that addiction has on an individual's life, relationships, and health.

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In this episode, Erika interviews Samantha Richardson, one of the partners in her company SupportGroups, about why they are working together, what services she is offering on the site, and a bit about her life experiences that led her here.

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In this episode, Erika talks about the obstacles that people with mental health challenges face while in romantic relationships with Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor Dr. Dawn Dominguez. 

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In this episode, Erika discusses the ways that mental health issues can impact romantic relationships, while also covering how destructive myths can discourage individuals from authentically communicating their struggles with their partner.

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She's back! In this episode, Erika talks about what she has been up to for the last year, and reveals a huge project that she has been working on to help people feel supported. 

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