EP. 5: Breaking Barriers: From Educator to Therapist with Alix Smith, LPC

Summary In this conversation, Alefyah Taqui and Alix Smith explore the intersection of education, therapy, and systemic change. They discuss the challenges faced by educators and therapists in addressing trauma and systemic issues, the importance of vulnerability and self-awareness in therapeutic relationships, and the need for equitable practices in mental health care. Alix shares her personal journey from teaching to counseling, highlighting the impact of systemic barriers on students and the importance of creating trauma-informed environments. The conversation emphasizes the significance of acknowledging shame, fostering curiosity, and embracing vulnerability in the healing process.   ------------------------------------------------------------------- Find Alix: ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ ------------------------------------------------------------------ Find Alefyah: Therapy/Consultation: ⁠⁠www.taquitherapy.com⁠⁠ Podcast Episodes: ⁠⁠www.deconstructingtherapy.com⁠⁠ IG: ⁠⁠@taquitherapy⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠@deconstructingtherapy⁠⁠ ------------------------------------------------------------------- Special Thanks: George Alvarez    

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