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July 21, 2025 • 31 mins

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In this episode of Your American Dream, get ready to be inspired by the story of Dr. Y—a brilliant clinical psychologist whose journey bridges continents and cultures. With a rich background in forensics, trauma, and psychopharmacology, Dr. Y brings a global lens to mental healthcare and a passion for healing through culturally informed care.

After experiencing the differences in psychological practice across countries, Dr. Y developed a cross-cultural approach that integrates language, religion, and identity into the healing process. Through this work, she helps clinicians and patients alike understand the vital role culture plays in emotional well-being and trauma recovery.

Whether you're a mental health professional, psychology student, or someone passionate about culturally competent care, this episode offers powerful insights and global perspectives to deepen your understanding of the human psyche.

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

šŸ”¹ How Dr. Y turned her international experiences into a catalyst for cultural integration in mental health care šŸ”¹ What inspired her mission to bridge global perspectives on psychology šŸ”¹ Strategies to treat trauma through a culturally competent lens šŸ”¹ Powerful mindset shifts around identity, empathy, and patient care šŸ”¹ Encouragement to explore how your own background can shape your healing or practice

This conversation is a reminder that the ā€œAmerican Dreamā€ is yours to define—and redefine.

šŸŽ§ Episode Outline

The Journey of Healing and Understanding (0:00) Cultural Influences in Mental Health Care (2:52) Navigating Emotional Challenges in Patient Care (5:53) The Intersection of Religion and Mental Health (8:51) Challenges Faced by Immigrant Patients (11:46) Methodologies for Reducing Patient Suffering (15:04) Rewarding Patient Interactions (18:05) Gaps in Global Mental Health Care (21:13) The Role of Language in Psychology (24:12) Vision for the Future of Mental Health (26:58) Living the American Dream as an Immigrant (29:58) Advice for Aspiring Psychologists (33:11)

✨ Ways to Work with Me (Anisha Jennings) Website: https://jenningstechcorner.com/packages/ Book a Free Strategy Call: https://cal.com/anishajennings Follow me on IG @jenningstechcorner or email me at jenningstechcorner@gmail.com to share your thoughts and feedback. I love hearing from you!

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