The “Consult a Counselor Series” is a segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, which answers parenting related questions to help caregivers live life mindfully.
Today’s question is: “My young child stated they want to kill themselves. I’m in complete shock. But how do I know it’s serious and not just a play on words?”
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Host Vanessa De Jesus Guzman is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Educator, Entrepreneur and Mom with almost 20 years of experience working with children, families and educators in the educational and counseling fields combined. Mindfulness is at the forefront of her private practice and speaking engagements, which includes segments on the Today Show.
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I'm Vanessa, the therapist who helps high-achieving adults become the best version of themselves, not just at work, but in the rooms that matter most. I host the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, named the #1 Latino Mental Health Podcast in 2026 by Feedspot.
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