How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything
Society & Culture:Relationships
Conny and her 4-year-old daughter love Halloween, but since celebrating the holiday goes against the family's religious beliefs, Conny's mom strongly opposes it. And therapist Catalina Fortich is back to share tips for handling healthy conflict.
Featured Expert:
Catalina Fortich is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master of Science degree from Nova Southeastern University. Beginning in 2014, she trained as a systemic therapist, EMDR Certified, taking a multi-model approach to helping adolescents, couples, individuals and families who face various challenges including trauma, communication issues, low self-esteem, addiction/recovery, marital conflict, infidelity, anger management, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She is currently, owner of and clinician at Safe Place Therapy, LLC, serving South Florida, and is also licensed to work with clients throughout the State of Florida via telehealth. For the first 2 years of her career, she acquired experience as a Primary Counselor at various substance/abuse treatment and recovery facilities. She also interned with elementary age children, teaching social-emotional skills at Nova University School Guidance Department. Learn more about her work, and private practice here.
If you loved this episode, be sure to listen to She's Stuck in a Family Triangle and When They Want More Family Time But You Don't.
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