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Breaking the Cycle: Trauma-Informed Mental Health Care & Community Impact | Anew Ep 56

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Dr. Supatra TovarBreaking the Cycle: Trauma-Informed Mental Health Care & Community Impact | Anew Ep 56
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How can we truly break the cycle of trauma and create lasting change in mental health care? In this powerful episode of the ANEW Body Insight Podcast, Dr. Supatra Tovar sits down with Charlene Dimas-Peinado, President & CEO of Wellnest and Chair of City Club Los Angeles, to explore how trauma-informed care, community partnerships, and mental health advocacy can transform lives.

Charlene has spent over 30 years championing youth mental health, social services, and trauma recovery programs. Her mission? To make mental health services accessible, affordable, and culturally competent for underserved communities. From school-based Therapy to intergenerational trauma healing, this episode covers practical strategies, success stories, and expert insights to improve mental health on a personal and systemic level.


🎙️ In This Episode, We Cover:

✔️ Why trauma-informed care is essential for long-term healing
 ✔️ How intergenerational trauma affects mental health across generations
 ✔️ The critical role of school-based mental health services
 ✔️ How social determinants of health impact therapy access
 ✔️ The rise of Anxiety, Depression, and suicide rates in youth
 ✔️ How to break mental health stigma in diverse communities
 ✔️ The importance of early childhood intervention in mental health
 ✔️ How food, nutrition, and Exercise influence mental well-being
 ✔️ The power of community partnerships in mental health services
 ✔️ How City Club Los Angeles fosters cross-sector collaboration
 ✔️ Charlene’s leadership strategies for balancing nonprofit work, advocacy, and business

Charlene also shares real-world solutions for reducing Burnout in mental health professionals, advocating for policy change, and creating lasting community impact.


🎧 Listen & Subscribe to the ANEW Body Insight Podcast:

🔗 Watch the full episode now! Link in bio
 🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & More!
 🔔 Subscribe to ANEW Insight for more expert interviews on mental health, wellness, nutrition, and holistic well-being!


🚀 Transform Your Relationship with Food & Body Image:

Struggling with Diet culture, emotional eating, or body image?
 📍 Enroll in Dr. Supatra Tovar’s course: “Deprogram Diet Culture”
 🌐 Start your journey at
anew-insight.com today!

For more information aboutCharlene Dimas-Peinado  here are her Social Media links:   https://www.wellnestla.org/about/leadership/charlene-dimas-peinado/https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlene-dimas-peinado-3a955312 , https://www.facebook.com/charlene.dimaspeinado/ 


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Thank you for joining us on this journey to wellness. Remember, the insights and advice shared on the ANEW Body Insight Podcast are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. To learn more about the podcast and stay updated on new episodes, visit ANEW Body Insight Podcast at anew-insight.com. To watch this episode on YouTube, visit @my.anew.insight. Follow us on social media at @my.anew.insight on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Threads for more updates and insights. Thank you for tuning in! Stay connected with us for more empowering stories and expert guidance. Until next time, stay well and keep evolving with ANEW Body Insight!

Dr. Supatra Tovar ANEW Body Insight Podcast

Dr. Supatra Tovar is one of the only licensed psychologists in the world who is also a registered dietitian and accredited fitness expert. Dr. Tovar's unique background and integrated specializations allow her to provide holistic mind-body treatment for trauma, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety for children and adults. Dr. Tovar has numerous scholarly and professional presentations at several national conferences on a variety of health topics, including the detection and treatment of disordered eating, dissociation, weightism, and mindfulness interventions for eating disorders. Dr. Tovar earned her doctorate in psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology and has two master's degrees, a Master of Science in Nutrition and a Master of Arts in Psychology. She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the American Psychological Association. Since founding her first Pilates studio almost twenty years ago, she has been designing exercise and nutrition programs as well as helping clients emotionally and mentally heal.

She created ANEW (Advanced Nutrition and Emotional Wellness) to inspire and guide a client's journey to improving their relationships with their mind, body, and spirit.

Dr. Supatra Tovar authored "Deprogram Diet Culture: Rethink Your Relationship with Food, Heal Your Mind, and Live a Diet-Free Life" and developed an accompanying online course to address the pervasive and harmful effects of diet culture. Both the book and the course aim to empower individuals by helping them reject unrealistic body standards and restrictive eating practices promoted by society. They provide readers and participants with tools to foster a compassionate, mindful relationship with food and themselves, promoting sustainable health and wellness. Through these resources, Dr. Tovar offers a holistic approach that integrates psychological insights and nutritional education, guiding individuals toward a liberated, informed, and healthful life, free from the cycles of dieting and body dissatisfaction.

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