Christy Vargas LSW, licensed Social Worker and Therapist, joins Sanya for a conversation on how Social Work involves Social Justice work! We talk about some of Christy’s favorite things about being a Social Worker, and also some of the challenges that come with the profession. We also discuss what it's like to be first generation and women of color, both as therapists and also as clients trying to seek services!
*Content warning: Depression, Mental Health Conditions, and Racial Microaggressions
Listen Here: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast
Follow Christy on Social Media:
Instagram: @missxsty_lsw
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Resources:
Article on how Therapy can Benefit First Generations:
https://mywellbeing.com/therapy-101/minority-mental-health-awareness-month#:~:text=Therapy%20can%20help%20first%2Dgeneration,cultures%20and%20their%20expectations%2Fnorms.&text=This%20can%20in%20many%20ways,and%20live%20an%20authentic%20life.
Instagram Post on ‘Decolonizing Wellness’ Created By @theslowfactory
https://www.instagram.com/p/CGStFKMl_w-/?igshid=1q7quwnm3ej7s
Instagram Post on ‘Racial Disparities & Discrimination in Mental Health Diagnosis & DSM’ Created By @themindhealthspot
https://www.instagram.com/p/CDUFdG8jnLB/?igshid=swqc046viw2v
Instagram Post on ‘The Impact of Racism on Mental Health’ Created By @cthagod
https://www.instagram.com/p/CBK7UqpjuQo/?igshid=3wcno838qffe
BIPOC Mental Health Accounts to Follow on Instagram:
@themindhealthspot
@taymocha
@blackarttherapistnetwork
@innerhealing4women
@therapyforblackgirls
@ablackfemaletherapist
@seerutkchawla
@trustmeimasocialworker
@inclusivetherapists
@sharekindnessloudly
@decolonizingtherapy
@browngirltherapy
@sharekindnessloudly
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