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All Parts Welcome is a podcast to help us explore what it means to be multiracial and multicultural. Often, as people of mixed race and culture we don’t feel fully connected to one specific group and this can lead to a feeling of not fully belonging.This podcast is a safe space, a space where all are welcome to show up as they are, a space for all to feel seen and honored. In this space we will explore and talk about our experiences, how we have grown, developed our identity and learned skills to overcome obstacles that only people of mixed race and culture have experienced. You will hear from community members and experts who will share their personal experiences and knowledge in hopes that something will resonate and support you in finding what it is you need, healing, hope, peace or just a sense of knowing that you are not alone. We will explore ancestral and generational trauma and how this impacts us.In this podcast we will not only talk about the obstacles of being mixed race but will also talk about the gifts and magic within us.Podcast Produced and Hosted by Melissa Gonzales Edited by Abbey Dot

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EP 8: The Parts Left Behind - Interview with Gabriela Hurtado

April 08, 2023 • Melissa Gonzales

Welcome back to All Parts Welcome, podcast that celebrates the beauty and complexity of multicultural and multiracial identities. In this episode, host Melissa Gonzales has a heartfelt conversation with Gabriela (Gaby) Hurtado, a clinical psychologist based in Austin, TX, and co-founder of Prickly Pear Therapy and Training, an organization that provides culturally responsive, neuroaffirmative, and trauma-informed services.

Gaby shares her personal experience of immigrating to the United States for her education and navigating the challenges that came with living outside of her culture. From this experience she describes how, as an immigrant, it can feel like you are leaving parts of yourself behind in order to assimulate into a new culture and safely make your way.

Melissa and Gaby also delve into the importance of finding the language to describe the immigrant experience and the significance of finding a community that understands and supports one's unique journey. They discuss the impact of cultural identity on mental health and the importance of culturally responsive therapy and trauma-informed care.

Join us as we explore the complexities of immigrating, navigating culture shock, and finding a sense of belonging. Tune in to All Parts Welcome, and celebrate the resilience and strength of individuals who embrace their multicultural and multiracial identities.

Find this week’s guest here:

https://pricklypeartherapy.com/

ghurtado@pricklypeartherapy.com

If you have any questions or comments, you can find Melissa here:
http://melissa-gonzales.com/
melissa@mgonzalestherapy.com

Episode was edited by Abbey Dot. For more information, find Abbey here:
AbbeyDotProductions.com
abbeydotproductions@gmail.com

Music by RomanSenykMusic from Pixabay