Let's Talk About It February 8, 2024: Cancer Resource Center Of The Desert and Mental Health - Helen Palomino, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CEO, Cancer Resource Center Of The Desert

When someone receives that news from their medical provider that the diagnosis is cancer, this news can be devastating. Receiving this type of news can affect the emotions of the person with the diagnosis as well as their immediate family and friends. Fortunately, there are emotional support resources. Join us as Helen Palomino, Chief Executive Officer Of The Cancer Resource Center of The Desert, talks more about this important topics and the resources available
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Let's Talk About It February 15, 2024:  Young Love: Concerns and Mental Health Issues in Adolescent Romance - Andrea Platero, LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Adolescence contains a number of life challenges, including the beginnings of romantic relationships. With therapist Andrea Platero, we examine the modern context of young love, including social media, consider common concerns and share helpful strategies in supporting youth through their first romantic relationships.
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Let's Talk About It February 22, 2024:  Processing and Healing Grief - Stephannie Ramirez, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Lost loved ones, lost freedoms, lost opportunities, lost social contacts, lost practices and habits can all result in a grief response. Join us, as therapist Stephannie Ramirez acknowledges and validates the losses we've all suffered and provides both healing, coping and a sense of when grief may be overwhelming and when support may be necessary for recovery.
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Let's Talk About It February 29, 2024:  Eating Disorders: Binge Eating, Anorexia Nervosa, and Bulimia Nervosa -  Juan Flores, LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

When you or someone you know starts to show signs of being too preoccupied with food and weight issues, this might be an early sign of an eating disorder. Eating disorders can affect people of any age or gender. Join us as Juan Flores talks more in depth about these disorders and the treatment that is available to treat each disorder. 
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Let's Talk About It January 4, 2024: The Mental Health Support of Pet Ownership - Devon Apodaca, Executive Director Humane Society of Imperial County

The mental health benefits of owning a dog or cat have been proven by many scientific studies. Animals help bring joy, a sense of companionship and responsibility. Join Devon Apodaca, the Executive Director of the Imperial County Humane Society as we celebrate the mental health support of pet ownership.
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Let's Talk About It January 11, 2024: The Value of Healthy Sleeping to Mental Health - Albert Romero, BS RPSGT Technical Director Imperial Valley Sleep Center

Sleep is a vital, but commonly overlooked component to both mental and physical health. With a multi-tasking world driven by electronic devices seemingly always at our sides, the critical aspects of establishing and maintaining healthy sleep hygiene become critical to obtaining the benefits of healthy sleep. Join us as Albert Romero from the Imperial Valley Sleep Center, share more about the benefits and the practicing of healthy sleep
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Let's Talk About It January 18, 2024: The Path of the Butterfly - Dulce Lopez, Psy.D. Psychologist Motivational Speaker

This week's guest, Psychologist Dulce Lopez, Psy.D. shares her life philosophy with us all. The METAMORFOSIS of the butterfly is utilized as a metaphor to describe the ongoing transformation/ transmutation that we experience throughout our lifetimes... The premise and foundation of my soul-work is to HEAL through LOVE. When we choose to walk the path of love...our whole world changes." Join us for this amazing story that can help any of us to reclaim our human magic, kindness towards ourselves and others, and put the struggles we all face into perspective.
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Let's Talk About It January 25, 2024: When Love Goes Into Food: Mental Health Support From a Meal - Rina Godoy Owner Antojitos Como en Casa and Roberto Perez Head Chef Antojitos Como en Casa

Research finds that people who eat home-cooked meals on a regular basis tend to be happier and healthier and consume less sugar and processed foods, which can result in higher energy levels and better mental health. For those who have discovered the joy of cooking, the magic of combining ingredients into flavors that nurture and sustain our loved ones fulfills and inspires us. Join Rina Godoy and Roberto Perez, the owner and head chef of Antojitos Como En Casa Restaurant as they share their story and their passion for adding love to food.
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Let's Talk About It February 1, 2024: Exploring the Links Between Nutrition and Mental Health - Dalia Rodriguez Owner, Fitness Oasis Health Club & Spa

Nutrition is a very important aspect of our everyday life, yet often overlooked as a building block, not only of physical health, but mental health as well. Proper nutrition practices fuel our bodies and minds with healthy vital nutrients so they may function efficiently through out the day. Join Dalia Rodriguez, owner of Fitness Oasis, as she describes healthy nutrition habits, the process of commitment, financial considerations and how healthy nutrition supports mental health.
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