In this episode of My City My Health, host Laurna Evans Lindsay sits down with Jahnavi Pandya, a counseling psychologist with a passion for cultural sensitivity and inclusive mental health care. Jahnavi shares her journey from India to the U.S., her experiences working with diverse populations, and the importance of tailoring therapy to individual cultural backgrounds. From addressing trauma and grief to fostering self-worth and self-compassion, this conversation explores how mental health care can become more accessible and meaningful for all.

00:00 - 00:13 | Introduction

00:14 - 00:56 | Decision to Study in the U.S

00:57 - 2:11 | Cultural Sensitivity in Mental Health

02:12 - 7:47 | The Rewards and Challenges of Working with Diverse Populations

07:48 - 10:38 | Cultural Expectations Throughout Society

10:39 - 13:32 | Fostering Self-Worth and Self-Compassion

13:33 - 13:45 | Common Mental Health Challenges

13:46 - 17:29 | Effective Approaches to mental health

17:30 - 20:34 | The Future of Mental Health Care

20:35 - 24:24 | Where to Find Jahnavi & Closing Remarks

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