Latinx Mental Health: Dr. Lisa Cortez on Overcoming Cultural Barriers
For a lot of these women, I have to do self-love first, like we literally have to do intensive therapy to just make them understand that they have to. It's true, you don't even appear, you don't even have an invite to the party, for God's sake, exactly yeah, that's tough.
Ever wondered how cultural and religious beliefs shape mental health treatment? In this episode, Drew Linsalata of 'The Anxious Truth' sits down with Dr. Lisa Cortez, a therapist from South Texas, to explore these very issues within the Latinx community. Dr. Cortez, who has firsthand experience in dealing with mental health among Mexican-Americans, shares her insights on how cultural norms and gender roles can complicate anxiety and mental health recovery.
From discussing the stigma surrounding therapy to the importance of self-love and advocacy, this episode is packed with valuable perspectives. Dr. Cortez even shares her unique approach of incorporating tea into her therapy sessions. If you're curious about how different communities handle mental health or looking for new ways to approach your own recovery, this conversation is a must-listen.