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
Aug. 7, 2025
Season 4 Bonus Episode: From MSW to LCSW: The California Licensing Maze
Host Ramon Sanchez gets candid about his personal journey to becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. He dives into the state's complex licensing system, from what an MSW student goes through, to the c...
June 20, 2025
Season 4 Episode 5: Immigration Talk with Rebeca Gonzalez, APC
In this episode, I’m joined by Rebeca Gonzalez — a brilliant and compassionate immigration attorney, CSUB alum, and graduate of Loyola Law School. Born and raised in the Central Valley, Rebeca is the founder of Rebeca Gonzale...
June 15, 2025
Season 4 Episode 4: ADHD, Bipolar Disorders, & Everything In Between
In this episode, I’m joined by a good friend and former colleague, Dr. Naga “Satish” Bodapati, MD — a double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. With over seven years of exper...
June 10, 2025
Episode 4 Bonus Episode: Why I Can’t Stay Quiet - A Personal Response to Los Angeles ICE Raids June 2025
In this deeply personal solo episode, host Ramon Sanchez—Latino therapist and creator of the Destigmatize Mental Health Podcast—breaks from the usual format to speak directly from the heart about the crisis unfolding in Los A...
May 31, 2025
Season 4 Episode 3: EMDR, Play Therapy & Internal Family Systems
In this episode, I'm thrilled to welcome back Cristina Rodriguez , a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from Tulare, California, with over 11 years of experience in the field. Cristina joins me for a deep dive into three ...
March 4, 2025
Season 4: Bonus! 3/5/25 Strike & My Thoughts
Strikes can be complicated—especially when you’re torn between personal beliefs and professional responsibilities. In this episode, I share my thoughts on the latest labor action, why I made the decision to stand in solidarit...
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