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Deconstructing Therapy

SEASON 1 FINALE: Unapologetically Me: Deconstructing Therapy from the Inside Out | With Nalini & Alefyah

30 May 2025

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Summary In this conversation, Alefyah Taqui shares her personal journey, exploring her childhood, cultural influences, health challenges, and the transformative experiences that shaped her as a therapist. The discussion delves into her struggles with a severe eye infection, the trauma of navigating the medical system, and the empowering moment of giving birth on her own terms. Through her story, Alefyah reflects on the lessons learned about trust, empowerment, and the importance of listening to one's own body and experiences. In this conversation, Alefyah Taqui discusses her experiences as a Pakistani American woman navigating the medical field in Alabama, the flaws of the Western medical system, and the importance of holistic care in therapy. She reflects on her cultural identity, the impact of 9/11 on her life, and the significance of acknowledging the ongoing crisis in Palestine. The dialogue emphasizes the need for authentic relationships in therapy and the complexities of privilege and safety in today's society.  ------------------------------------------------------------------- Find Nalini: ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ Nalini’s Featured Organizations ⁠⁠EFT-LIFELINE⁠ ------------------------------------------------------------------ Find Alefyah: Therapy/Consultation: ⁠⁠www.taquitherapy.com⁠⁠ Podcast Episodes: ⁠⁠www.deconstructingtherapy.com⁠⁠ IG: ⁠⁠@taquitherapy⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠@deconstructingtherapy⁠⁠ ------------------------------------------------------------------- Special Thanks: George Alvarez <...

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