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  • Learning To Live: Growth & Recovery w/ Dr. Rodriguez πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ A Queer Recovery Podcast πŸŽ™οΈ

Learning To Live: Growth & Recovery w/ Dr. Rodriguez πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ A Queer Recovery Podcast πŸŽ™οΈ

Wednesday 26th February 2025

Dr. Rodriguez shares her expertise on trauma, recovery, and community support in this insightful episode of At The CCC.
Explicit
53 minutes
Informative
Compassionate
Supportive
Hopeful
Educational

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Growth & Recovery: Insights from Dr. Rodriguez

Episode Overview

  • Education can be a powerful tool for personal and professional growth.
  • Culturally responsive care is crucial for supporting diverse communities.
  • Community support plays a significant role in recovery.
  • Self-acceptance and defining personal success are important in overcoming challenges.
  • Foster care systems need better support for LGBTQIA+ youth.
"We don't need permission to feel accomplished."
In this episode of At The CCC, Dr. Rodriguez joins the conversation to share her expertise and experiences in supporting the Latinx and LGBTQIA+ communities. With over 25 years in social services, Dr. Rodriguez brings a wealth of knowledge and a heartfelt approach to discussing trauma, recovery, and the power of community. As a queer woman of colour and child of immigrants, her personal journey deeply influences her professional path, making her insights particularly resonant.
She highlights the importance of education as a tool for personal growth and societal change, sharing anecdotes from her work with foster children and her role in shaping future mental health professionals. The discussion touches on the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ youth in foster care and the critical role of culturally responsive care. Dr. Rodriguez also delves into the significance of community support in recovery, using engaging analogies to explain complex concepts.
This episode is a blend of professional wisdom and personal reflection, offering valuable perspectives for anyone interested in mental health, recovery, and advocacy.