Hosted by D'Andrah Almanzar, LMSW in New York, Healing Through Advocacy is a podcast diving into social change and advocacy globally. The conversations in this space focus on promoting equity, justice, education, healing, and empowerment toward social justice issues among marginalized communities. Social workers and professionals in human services share their experiences in the field and discuss significant topics relevant to their work. Follow @healingspacewithdandrah on Instagram for more!

Healing Through Advocacy
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Hosted by D'Andrah Almanzar, LMSW in New York, Healing Through Advocacy is a podcast diving into social change and advocacy globally. The conversations in this space focus on promoting equity, justice, education, healing, and empowerment toward social justice issues among marginalized communities. Social workers and professionals in human services share their experiences in the field and discuss significant topics relevant to their work. Follow @healingspacewithdandrah on Instagram for more!
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Recent Episodes

May 19, 2025
Breaking Cycles: The First-Gen Journey to Healing and Growth with Anissa Juarez, LCSW
<p>This episode delves into the unique experiences of first-generation individuals as they navigate the path toward healing and personal growth. With guest speaker Anissa Juarez LCSW, who sheds light on the challenges and strengths inherent in breaking generational cycles. The conversation explores the complexities of navigating cultural expectations, educational barriers, and the emotional weight of being the "first." This episode offers perspectives on fostering resilience, building self-compassion, and creating new narratives for oneself and future generations.</p><p>--</p><ul><li><p><strong>Anissa Juarez</strong> is a proud Mexican American, first-generation therapist, and daughter of hard working immigrant parents. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she is passionate about supporting first-gen individuals navigating college, career, and healing. In this episode, Anissa shares her own first-gen journey, from navigating college to finding her career path and embracing healing. Through storytelling and meaningful conversations, she reflects on overcoming imposter syndrome, setting boundaries, and redefining success on her own terms.</p><p><strong>Contact Information</strong></p><p>Instagram: @anissawellbeing</p><p>--</p><p><strong>For podcast updates: </strong>@healingspacewithdandrah on Instagram</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p></li></ul>

March 31, 2025
Discovering Pleasure in Long-Term Partnerships
<p>This episode explores pleasure in long-term partnerships, moving beyond approaches to intimacy. Rebecca, a MA, LPC, somatic, and queer coach and therapist provides insights into reconnecting with physical sensation through somatic awareness, challenging traditional notions of pleasure, and fostering authentic communication. The conversation addresses navigating and cultivating lasting connection through playfulness and vulnerability. This episode offers practical tools for deepening intimacy and reigniting desire in committed relationships.</p><p>--</p><li><p><strong>Rebecca (MA, LPC)</strong> is a Denver-based somatic and queer coach and therapist. Rebecca completed her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling specializing in Somatic Counseling: Body Psychotherapy at Naropa University in 2019. Additionally, she is trained in Somatic Sex Therapy Training for Counselors through The Embodied Relationships Center.</p><p><strong>Contact Information</strong></p><p>Instagram: @pleasurewithrebecca</p><p>Resources mentioned:</p><ul><li>Pleasure Activism by adrienne maree brown</li><li>Come Together by Emily Nagoski</li><li>Feel It All: A Therapist's Guide to Reimagining Your Relationship with Sex by Casey Tanner</li></ul><p>--</p><p><strong>For podcast updates: </strong>@healingspacewithdandrah on Instagram</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p></li>

December 30, 2024
Where I Am Now: Navigating Hospital Social Work, and Reflections as a Social Worker
<p>In the final episode of season one, host D'Andrah Almanzar, LMSW shared her experiences navigating her career as a hospital social worker. She discuss the challenges and rewards of working with diverse patient populations, including individuals living with HIV and members of the LGBTQ+ community. She speaks on the realities of working in healthcare, including the systemic barriers and the importance of advocacy for vulnerable populations. She also talks about and reflects on the complexities of navigating her own queer identity within the social work field especially in Latinx spaces and answered some questions in a Q&A.</p> <p>--</p> <p><strong>For podcast updates: </strong>@healingspacewithdandrah on Instagram</p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p>
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