Destigmatize is a roundtable mental health podcast where both professionals and friends can talk about topics worth destigmatizing. My goal is to have real conversations most people don’t talk about. Additionally, I want to bring awareness. Join me on my journey by subscribing and following.
Recent Episodes
Hope In The Valley Series - Episode 1 with Ricky N. Bluthenthal, Ph.D (Ep.59)
Ramon Sanchez, LCSW with cohost Dr. Ashleigh Herrera dive into the conversation with Ricky N. Bluthenthal, Ph.D and discuss the challenges and disparities in substance use treatment and prevention, particularly focusing on th...
Season 4 Episode 10 - What is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) w…
For this episode, I’ve invited the stand-up comedian and host of the widely followed Borderline Podcast Disorder , Levy Lupu. Levy is a truly unique voice in the mental health space, bringing his darkly honest comedic style t...
Season 4 Episode 9 - Javier Barba & Holiday Soccer Tournament/Toy Dri…
In this episode, I sit down with Javier Barba . A Shafter resident, father, former CSUB soccer standout, and the creator of a decade-long annual toy and clothing drive in Kern County. As he celebrates the 10th Annual Toy Driv...
Hope In The Valley Series - Episode 1 with Dr. Matthew Beare (Ep.56)
Episode 1 of 24: We talk to Dr Matthew Beare about his journey towards becoming an Addiction Medicine Physician and how the landscape has changed. Join us in an honest conversation! About our guest: Dr. Matthew Beare is a dou...
Season 4 Episode 8 - Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2025 with Kati…
Domestic Violence Awareness Month is in October, but the conversation should never stop. Host Ramon Sanchez, LCSW , sits down for a critical and profoundly moving conversation with survivor and advocate Katie Valenzuela. Kati...
Season 4 Episode 7 - Calming Teenage Anxiety with Sophia Vale Galano,…
For this episode, I’ve invited a go-to expert for helping teens and their families navigate anxiety in today’s world: Sophia Vale Galano , a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a thriving therapy practice across California. ...
Season 4 Special Episode - Election 2026 Andrae Gonzales (Ep. 53)
For this episode, I’ve invited... Andrae Gonzales . Andrae is currently running for the California State Assembly in the 35th district, is a City Councilmember for the City of Bakersfield, former School Boardmember, CEO, nonp...
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