Veronica Jacuinde , an advocate for mental health, discusses the upcoming World Bipolar Day event and the importance of destigmatizing mental health. She shares her personal journey with bipolar disorder and emphasizes the ro...

For this episode, I’ve invited Lisa Gartner . Lisa is a Special Education teacher and an expert in disability support who is currently completing her Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification. She is the founder o...

I’ve invited a true pioneer of Chicano Rap and a West Coast legend representing the 619 - Jose Anguiano also known as Mr. Shadow . Since he first hit the scene in the late 90s, Shadow has been a definitive voice for the stree...

For this episode, I’ve invited the leadership and community behind Girls Run Bakersfield , a club that builds sisterhood while creating a safe space for women to exercise together. Luz Almanza, Angelica Sabiano LCSW, & Occupa...

In this episode of the Destigmatize Mental Health: Hope In the Valley series, we are joined by Lorelei Punsalan, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, CNRN, CHSE , a powerhouse leader in clinical practice and community advocacy. Supported b...

For this episode, I’ve invited Morgan Mroz . Morgan is a special education teacher, ABA graduate student, and founder of She Shapes Behavior, a platform making behavior science accessible and practical for families, educators...

Ramon Sanchez, LCSW with cohost Dr. Ashleigh Herrera dive into the conversation with Ricky N. Bluthenthal, Ph.D and discuss the challenges and disparities in substance use treatment and prevention, particularly focusing on th...

For this episode, I’ve invited the stand-up comedian and host of the widely followed Borderline Podcast Disorder , Levy Lupu. Levy is a truly unique voice in the mental health space, bringing his darkly honest comedic style t...

In this episode, I sit down with Javier Barba . A Shafter resident, father, former CSUB soccer standout, and the creator of a decade-long annual toy and clothing drive in Kern County. As he celebrates the 10th Annual Toy Driv...

Episode 1 of 24: We talk to Dr Matthew Beare about his journey towards becoming an Addiction Medicine Physician and how the landscape has changed. Join us in an honest conversation! About our guest: Dr. Matthew Beare is a dou...

Domestic Violence Awareness Month is in October, but the conversation should never stop. Host Ramon Sanchez, LCSW , sits down for a critical and profoundly moving conversation with survivor and advocate Katie Valenzuela. Kati...

For this episode, I’ve invited a go-to expert for helping teens and their families navigate anxiety in today’s world: Sophia Vale Galano , a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a thriving therapy practice across California. ...

For this episode, I’ve invited... Andrae Gonzales . Andrae is currently running for the California State Assembly in the 35th district, is a City Councilmember for the City of Bakersfield, former School Boardmember, CEO, nonp...

In this episode, we sit down with relationship therapist and sound bath practitioner Norma Garcia, LCSW , to explore how we can transform heartbreak into healing. As the daughter of immigrants, Norma shares her unique perspec...

Host Ramon Sanchez gets candid about his personal journey to becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. He dives into the state's complex licensing system, from what an MSW student goes through, to the c...

In this episode, I’m joined by Rebeca Gonzalez — a brilliant and compassionate immigration attorney, CSUB alum, and graduate of Loyola Law School. Born and raised in the Central Valley, Rebeca is the founder of Rebeca Gonzale...

In this episode, I’m joined by a good friend and former colleague, Dr. Naga “Satish” Bodapati, MD — a double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. With over seven years of exper...

In this deeply personal solo episode, host Ramon Sanchez—Latino therapist and creator of the Destigmatize Mental Health Podcast—breaks from the usual format to speak directly from the heart about the crisis unfolding in Los A...

In this episode, I'm thrilled to welcome back Cristina Rodriguez , a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from Tulare, California, with over 11 years of experience in the field. Cristina joins me for a deep dive into three ...

In this episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Eli Cruz , a Nutritionist and the founder of Elate Nutrition Counseling in Oakland, California. Eli holds a Master of Science in Lifespan, Nutrition, and Dietetics from the University ...

Strikes can be complicated—especially when you’re torn between personal beliefs and professional responsibilities. In this episode, I share my thoughts on the latest labor action, why I made the decision to stand in solidarit...

In this special episode of Destigmatize Mental Health Podcast , we are joined by Libertarian Candidate William Brown a dynamic leader and advocate who is running for California Assembly District 32. With the Special Primary E...

In this episode, I have two incredible guests ( Ucedrah Osby & Deidre Hathor) , from Community Interventions who are here to share the amazing work they do, as well as highlight their Annual Black Healing Summit , an event de...

Mental Health Clinicians! This one is for you! Well... anyone can benefit from improving their time management & who better to talk about this than The Creative Therapist Christina Rodriguez LMFT ! She is here to talk about t...