Beginning With You

After intentionally taking time away from personal social media, I reconnected with what truly lights me up. I slowed down, tuned in, and let myself be led by flow rather than pressure. What unfolded was more than rest—it was a rising. In this gentle yet powerful conversation, I share how I reclaimed my radiance, honored my feminine energy, and stepped into a new season of ease, elevation, and abundance.

Sometimes the best lessons come with a few bruises—emotional, physical, or just ego-related. In this episode, I’m sharing a moment that didn’t go as planned, the decision I wish I could’ve rethought, and the surprising way that hard lesson shaped who I am today. From facepalm mistakes to quiet realizations, this is an honest look at growth, grit, and all the messy stuff in between.Whether you’re in the middle of a tough chapter or just here to feel less alone in your own “learning experiences,” this one’s for you.

This episode offers a thoughtful, supportive approach to navigating love with a focus on mental health, ideal for the Valentine's Day season. It encourages self-love, and clear expectations in relationships, and emphasizes the importance of mental health in building healthy connections.

Welcome to Beginning with You, the podcast that explores mental health, self-care, and growth, helping you take small, meaningful steps toward a more fulfilling life. Hosted by Dr. Cortes, a licensed Clinical Psychologist, she is here to give you tools to navigate life's challenges with strength and understanding.

We are diving deep into one of the most common mental health challenges of 2024 — anxiety disorders. Dr. Cortes, is a Clinical Psychologist and founder of Beginning With You, a well-known practice dedicated to helping individuals navigate mental health with practical strategies and compassionate care. She will be sharing 5 key strategies that you can implement on an individual level to prevent and manage anxiety.

Welcome back to Beginning With You, the podcast exploring how personal growth, mental well-being, and resilience can transform our approach to life. I’m your host, Dr. Cortes, and in today’s episode, we’re tackling a topic that many of us face as we step into the new year: the fear of failure. Whether you are setting ambitious goals for 2025, planning a fresh start, or simply trying to find your footing, the fear of failure can be a major obstacle. But here’s the truth—failure is not the end. It’s a powerful teacher and an opportunity for growth. Join me as we dive into how we can overcome this fear and use setbacks as stepping stones toward success.

Welcome back to Beginning With You, where we explore the topics of self-care, mental health, and personal growth. In this episode, host Dr. Cortes, tackles a topic on everyone’s mind as we enter the new year: mental health. As we set resolutions and look ahead to 2025, how can we ensure our well-being is at the forefront? If the pressure to ‘be your best self’ or the weight of New Year’s expectations has left you feeling overwhelmed, this episode is for you. Tune in as we break down practical, realistic, and compassionate ways to prioritize your mental health this year. Whether you're looking to set mindful intentions or simply navigate the challenges of starting fresh, this episode will give you the tools you need to approach the year ahead with balance and clarity.

Hosted by Dr. Cortes, a Clinical Psychologist, the Beginning With You podcast is your go-to space for thoughtful conversations about mental health, personal growth, and transformation. Launched in December 2020, this podcast has always aimed to empower listeners by combining clinical insights with relatable, real-life stories. As we kick off a new year, Dr. Cortes is revamping the podcast with a fresh perspective, diving deeper into the topics that matter most to you. From mental wellness strategies and self-reflection practices to personal challenges and triumphs, each episode provides valuable tools for reflection, growth, and healing. Whether you're looking for expert advice, personal stories, or a deeper understanding of mental health, Beginning With You is here to guide you on your journey. Join Dr. Cortes as we explore the path to positive change—because it all starts with you.

Tap into your confidence muscle and learn some tips and tricks to help it grow.

Feeling burnt out? Feeling like you are letting life pass you by? It’s time to tap into your creativity, gifts and talents. Learn how you can strategically gain the freedom you’ve always wanted to do the things you’ve always wished for. There has to be a better way. Take it from me as someone who has been there. This episode will give you that nudge you may need to finally pursue your gifts and talents.

This is your reminder that we all need to pause, breathe and get some rest to allow us to sustain that balance and self reflection in our life.

With holidays approaching in the next few months, I wanted to take some time to remind you to get into the habit of slowing down the pace of your every day life which can help benefit your mental health.

Create more abundance in your life by allowing more room for opportunities. Stop living from a mindset of scarcity. Start creating the life you always envisioned to live by.

Get an insight to some of my New Year Family traditions but also learn about how to start thinking for the new year! A New Year will bring you a clean slate. How will this New Year bring you change and happiness?

Tune in to find out how Beginning With You started, why the name and how it all became a plan for me to do what I love to do.

Each holiday season comes with high expectations for a cozy and festive time of year. However, for many, this time of year is tinged with sadness, anxiety, or depression. Join and tune in on the practices you can do to add happiness to your life during this time of year!

How can we let go of the expectations of what could’ve been? It can be hard to let go of the past but what if we familiarized ourselves with the freedom and happiness that lied ahead? Check out this episode to find out what I encountered this week and tune in to learn more about why it is important to flip the page of the past.

Making the decision to leave our safe space and comfort zone isn’t always easy. Especially when you know you must do so for something bigger and better. Have you ever had to face anything like that before? Listen in to what I did in order to open new doors in my life.

Are you currently facing a decision to make that may or may not change your life? Then, this episode is for you!

Give more meaning to your mornings and learn how to elevate your life!