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May 21, 2025 44 mins

Dear First Gens,

In this episode, host Sara welcomes guest, Erica Priscilla Sandoval, to The First Gen Madrina Podcast! This gives us a brand-new episode for this month's theme, Mental Health as a First Gen!

Erica is a passionate licensed clinical therapist dedicated to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Erica holds a Post Master’s in Clinical Adolescent Psychology and a Master’s in Social Work from New York University, Silver School of Social Work. She is the founder and CEO of Sandoval CoLab, a wellness and equity consulting firm. Erica is a 6x published author and Founder of Latinx in Social Work, a #1 Best Seller and Hot New Release under Social Work and Psychology on Amazon. Erica is a social justice advocate and supports the healing of communities of color through storytelling, mental health and wellness workshops, Psychedelic therapy and retreats. Most recently she launched a 501c(3), Siembra Today Inc, and serves as the Executive Director. Siembra Today’s mission is to disrupt oppressive systemic barriers to mental health and equip Latine* communities with tools to transform well-being.

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Supporting Your Journey, 

Sara, The First Gen Madrina

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