Ep. 51 - Healing Generational Trauma: EFT Tapping & Mental Health First Aid for Latina Women with Ana Martinez, LMHC

The Holistic Counselor

Welcome, fearfully and wonderfully made human, to The Holistic Counselor Podcast, the place for faith-driven, science-backed conversations on mental health and holistic wellness. I’m your host, Diana S. Rice, LMHC, CIMHP, and today, we’re exploring Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT tapping)—a powerful, research-backed method for reducing stress, releasing trauma, and fostering emotional resilience.

My guest today is Ana Martinez, LMHC, NCC, founder of Lumen Cordis Behavioral Health LLC. Ana specializes in working with Latina women, teens, and young adults, helping them heal from anxiety, depression, and generational trauma. We discuss how cultural identity impacts mental health, the power of EFT tapping for emotional healing, and practical ways to integrate mind-body techniques into your daily routine.

If you’ve ever felt emotionally stuck, struggled with self-doubt, or carried the weight of unhealed wounds from your past, this episode will provide you with valuable insights and actionable tools to start your healing journey.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

How EFT tapping works to regulate emotions and release trauma The impact of cultural and generational trauma on mental health Strategies for navigating anxiety and self-doubt as a Latina woman How to incorporate faith, emotional wellness, and self-care into your healing Step-by-step guidance on using EFT in your daily life

Connect with Ana Martinez:

Website: Lumen Cordis Behavioral Health LLC Instagram: @lumencordisbehavioral

Resources & Links Mentioned: EFT & Emotional Healing Resources:

Learn more about EFT Tapping: EFT International – Free Tapping Points Chart Mental Health First Aid Training for Workplaces: Sign up here EFT for PTSD & Veterans Support: The Stress Project Trusted EFT Websites for Additional Support:

• TapWithin.com
• EFTUniverse.com
• TheTappingSolution.com – Nick Ortner

EFT Movies & Guided Meditations:

The Tapping Solution – Nick Ortner Tapping Play – Debbie Teichmann Guided EFT Meditation App: Download The Tapping Solution app

Books on EFT & Emotional Healing:

The Tapping Solution – Nick Ortner Biology of Belief – Bruce Lipton The Genie in Your Genes – Dawson Church

EFT Books for Kids & Teens:

Books for Kids:

• Gorilla Thumps and Bear Hugs – Alex Ortner
• The Wizard’s Wish – Brad Yates
• Big Ted's Guide to Tapping – Alex Ken & Jen Smith
• Tap into Joy – Susan Jeffrey Busen
• Enchanted Fairy Taps: A Child's Introduction to Emotional Freedom Techniques – Adel Rawlinson

Books for Teens & Parents:

• Tapping for Teens – Jill Greenbaum
• EFT for Teens – Peta Stapleton
• Tapping for Parents, Children, and Teenagers – Nick Ortner

Work with Me & Stay Connected:

Website: Through the Valley Therapy Website: Transformed Mind Consulting & Coaching Podcast Website: The Holistic Counselor Podcast Instagram: @Throughthevalleytherapy

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