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Mindset, Permission, and
Real Talk for the High-Achieving Woman

We're the podcast for women who've built something real and still feel like they're disappearing inside it.  Fifteen honest minutes at a time, we get into ambition, identity, and the parts of ourselves we've quietly put on hold, so we can come back to who we are, not just what we do.

It's like a conversation with a friend...
who happens to be a therapist. 

Named #1 Latino Mental Health Podcast for 2026 by  Feedspot

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TikTok Trend Teaching us Gratitude: What a Privilege It Is

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TikTok Trend Teaching us Gratitude: What a Privilege It Is

In this episode, we dive into how this viral trend aligns with the spirit of National Gratitude Month, explore the different ways to practice thankfulness, and discuss how gratitude can positively transform our emotional and physical wellbeing.

Consult a Counselor: Force Hugging at Thanksgiving

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Consult a Counselor: Force Hugging at Thanksgiving

Today’s Question: "We’re seeing family for Thanksgiving who are very touchy-feely and like to kiss and hug. My child does not like this. Should I force her to say hello?"

Celebrating First Gen Day with Sara Diaz

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Celebrating First Gen Day with Sara Diaz

Whether you’re first-gen or curious about the experiences of those paving the way for themselves, this episode is packed with lessons in resilience, self-confidence, and going after your dreams. Join in to leave motivated!

Consult a Counselor: Kids and Lying

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Consult a Counselor: Kids and Lying

Today’s Question: "How should I address my child’s lying or dishonest behavior?"

Stress in Motherhood: Reframing Relationship with Overwhelm

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Stress in Motherhood: Reframing Relationship with Overwhelm

Tune in as Vanessa shares practical tips for managing stress, including the importance of micro-breaks, setting boundaries, and shifting your mindset. This serves as a reminder that we have the power to control our responses to stress and create a more fulfilling life.

Consult a Counselor: Teens & Drinking

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Consult a Counselor: Teens & Drinking

Today’s Question:
"I caught my kid and his teen friends drinking. What is the best way to handle this?"

Breast Cancer, Motherhood & Faith with Larissa Morgan

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Breast Cancer, Motherhood & Faith with Larissa Morgan

In this uplifting episode of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, host Vanessa De Jesus Guzman catches up with her college friend and breast cancer survivor, Larissa Morgan. If you’re looking for a story of strength, faith, and the power of community, this episode is for you.

Consult a Counselor: Moody or Depressed?

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Consult a Counselor: Moody or Depressed?

TODAY’S QUESTION: How can I tell if my teen's moodiness is normal? Or if they’re depressed?

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         Vanessa De Jesus Guzman, LPC, NCC

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         Ridgefield, New Jersey 07657

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Written for the woman who's holding it all together and could use a moment where she doesn't have to. It's like a note from a friend... who happens to be a therapist.

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