Deconstructing Therapy
Episodes
S2E4: Bridging Worlds: A Cultural Broker’s Lessons on Migration, Attachment, and Relentless Curiosity with Liliana Baylon, LMFT-S, RPT-S
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 4 | Season 2 Bridging Worlds: A Cultural Broker’s Lessons on Migration, Attachment, and Relentless Curiosity Guest: Liliana Baylon (@liliana...
S2E3: Wins We’re Not Taught: People Power, Public Power, and Practical Hope with Jasmine Brown
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 3 | Season 2 Wins We’re Not Taught: People Power, Public Power, and Practical Hope Guest: Jasmine Brown (@jasminebrownformayor) In this grou...
S2E2: Rooted in Presence: Authenticity and the Self of the Therapist wit Dr. James “Doc Hawk” Hawkins, LPC
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 2 | Season 2 Rooted in Presence: Authenticity and the Self of the Therapist Guest: Dr. James “Doc Hawk” Hawkins In this powerful conversat...
S2E1: BREAKING CYCLES, NOT BREAKING AWAY: Re-connecting to what trauma couldn’t touch with Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck, Ph. D
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 1 | Season 2 Guest: Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck, Ph.D. In this rich and moving conversation, Alefyah and Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck explore the...
SEASON 1 FINALE: Unapologetically Me: Deconstructing Therapy from the Inside Out | With Nalini & Alefyah
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Alefyah Taqui shares her personal journey, exploring her childhood, cultural influences, health challenges, and the tran...
ENCORE: Re-visiting Rupture and Repair with Natasha Sandy, RP
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Re-Release: Rupture & Repair with Natasha Sandy In this heartfelt and layered re-release, Alefyah Taqui sits down with Natasha Sandy to explore t...
EP. 13: The Importance of Being Seen: EFT Therapy Through a Multicultural Lens with Dr. Paul Guillory, Ph.D
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Dr. Paul T. Guillory discusses the intersection of culturally informed care and emotionally focused therapy (EFT). He sh...
Episode 12: Sacred and Scientific: Reclaiming Intuition, Astrology, and Spiritual Wisdom with Dr. Tralana Eugene, Ph.D.
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Alefyah Taqui and Tralana Eugene explore the integration of spirituality, particularly astrology, into therapeutic practices. Tr...
ENCORE: Re-Discovering Rooted in Embodied Wisdom with Virginia Walls, LMHC
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I’m inviting you to revisit Episode 3 of Deconstructing Therapy: Becoming Rooted in Embodied Wisdom with Virginia Walls, LMHC. I recently...
EP. 11: Gifts of Struggle: Depression, Substance Abuse, and Becoming Whole with Nalini Calamur, LMFT
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Nalini Calamur shares her journey as a therapist, exploring the complexities of multicultural experiences, family dynami...
EP. 10: Mutual Aid as Sustained Resistance with HollyRose Baker
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary This conversation explores the concept of mutual aid as a transformative approach to healing and community support. Holly Rose Baker shares he...
EP. 9: The Power of Embracing Your Full Embodied Self with Dr. Jose "Joey" Tapia, PhD, LPC
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Alefyah Taqui and Joey Tapia reconnect after years apart, exploring Joey's journey into therapy, his experiences with ...
EP. 8: Importance of Community and Transformative Justice with Haley "Hale" Morrisette, MSW
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Hale Morissette shares their journey as a social worker, community organizer, and activist. They discuss the importance ...
EP. 7: The Transformative Power of Grief with Bethanie Mangigian, LCSW-BACS
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Alefyah Taqui and Bethanie Mangigian explore the complexities of therapy, authenticity, and the profound impact of grief...
EP. 6 : Identity, Affinity, and Belonging in Asian Communities with Dr. Jean Lee, Psy. D
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Alefyah Taqui and Jean discuss the complexities of Asian identity, cultural nuances, and the importance of affinity g...
EP. 5: Breaking Barriers: From Educator to Therapist with Alix Smith, LPC
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Alefyah Taqui and Alix Smith explore the intersection of education, therapy, and systemic change. They discuss the chall...
EP. 4: Relational Rupture and Repair with Natasha Sandy
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Alefyah Taqui and Natasha Sandy explore the complexities of the therapeutic relationship, emphasizing authenticity, vuln...
EP. 1: Relentless Humility with Christina James, LCSW, BAC
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary The conversation delves into the complexities of racism and the feelings of hopelessness that can arise from recognizing its deep-rooted natur...
EP. 3: Becoming Rooted in Embodied Wisdom with Virginia Walls, LMHC | Jan. 15th, 2025
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this conversation, Virginia Walls emphasizes the importance of connection to the earth, community, and the inner healer in the process of h...
EP. 2: Attuning to Culture and Shame with Ashwini Krishnakuma, MA, LCPC| Jan. 15, 2025
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary The conversation explores the importance of empathetic attunement and curiosity in communication. It emphasizes that making mistakes is a natu...