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Navigating the complex intersection of cultural identity and mental health can be a challenging journey. Listen to our fascinating conversation with esteemed psychologist, Pauline Yeghnazar Peck, MA, MMFT, PhD as she unearths the often hidden struggles and victories of the decolonization therapy movement. Dr. Yeghnazar Peck shares her personal experiences as a daughter of Middle Eastern immigrants and how her journey propelled her to address the gaps in mental health support for children of immigrants. This episode is a candid exploration of the realities involved in bringing cultural awareness into therapeutic spaces.

As a daughter of immigrants, Pauline wrestles with the persistent gaps embedded within the field of psychology. She shares her narrative of confronting feelings of shame and unworthiness while trying to fit into a mold that didn't reflect her cultural background. How can one unlearn these learned behaviors and incorporate diverse voices into a practice? We explore this question in-depth, and we hope our candid discussions will resonate with others, offering a sense of community and connection, an ongoing theme of every podcast episode.

Our conversation also delves into the crucial role personal experiences and biases play in a therapeutic relationship. We examine the impact of white supremacy culture on therapy, the importance of recognizing and honoring cultural differences, and the power of community in healing. It's time we moved away from the traditional "blank slate" approach and embraced a more holistic, inclusive approach in therapy. Together, we can start exploring the profound potential for collective healing and generational transformation. Tune in for a transformative discussion that reviews the role of cultural identity within the field of psychology and the profound potential for collective healing.

Learn more about Dr. Yeghnazar Peck:
https://linktr.ee/paulinethepsychologist

Resources:

• Group Practice Website
• ww.noortherapyandwellness.com
• Free Translation Guide for Communicating with Your Immigrant Parents
• https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62a3ca9c2970eef0ed10ffbd
• -this gives them access to my newsletter where I dive deeper into many of the topics I address on social media for the daughters of immigrants and mental health
• Free CULTURED Book Club: monthly curated picks on all things children of immigrants x mental health (e.g., intergenerational trauma, immigration, cultural identity development)
• https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63d7f220b4f015f30446e28f
• Two support groups
• My “Khâhar” (sister): A Therapy Group for the Daughters of Immigrants 
• https://www.noortherapyandwellness.com/services/group-therapy 
• “Birds of a Feather”: A BIPOC Clinicians Support Group

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Disclaimer: The views reflected by any of the guests may not reflect the views of the podcast host. Some topics may be difficult for some viewers, so proceed at your own risk. This podcast does not replace psychotherapy or advice and is for entertainment purposes only.