Empowering Families Through Mental Health Awareness
Welcome to Episode Five of Touched Out: A Mental Health Podcast for Parents!
In this enlightening episode, host Carter is joined by Chisato from California, a licensed mental health practitioner whose inspiring career journey is dedicated to trauma-informed care, parenthood, and mental health advocacy. Join us as Chisato shares her transition from a rape crisis counselor to earning a doctorate in social work, all while being deeply committed to trauma-informed care.
Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions on mental health struggles, trauma, and online criticism. Listener discretion is advised.
Join us as Chisato discusses:
Chisato’s Career Journey: From crisis counselor to senior program supervisor, adjunct professor, and co-program director for a social justice nonprofit.
Parenting Children on the Autism Spectrum: Practical strategies and personal experiences.
Breaking Generational Trauma: Insights on authenticity and emotional transparency.
Mental Health Literacy and Accessibility: The importance of seeing beyond diagnostic labels.
“Go Away Red Choice Monster”: Chisato's children's book on coping skills and decision-making.
Tune in to gain valuable insights and actionable advice for balancing a multifaceted career, parenthood, and personal well-being while breaking generational trauma.
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