Wellness Corner

VoyageLA: Meet Lizbeth of Lizbeth Hernandez, Inc.

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:24:19 GMT

Today we’d like to introduce you to Lizbeth.

Lizbeth, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
My journey as a mental health therapist began during my time working with youth in the foster care system. As a foster care social worker, I provided case management services and witnessed firsthand the complex emotional and psychological challenges these young people faced. This experience inspired me to support them in a deeper, more therapeutic capacity-helping them heal from trauma and develop the coping skills needed to navigate the obstacles of foster care. Motivated by a commitment to continue serving my community, I chose to focus my efforts on supporting the Latino population and promoting mental health within this underserved group.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
The road to becoming a therapist was anything but easy. At the time, I was a single mother, striving to balance the responsibilities of parenthood with my dream of a career in mental health. Determined to earn my master’s degree and professional license, I devoted countless days and nights to my studies- often transitioning from work to class to parenting without pause. The journey tested my endurance, but it also revealed my resilience and deepened my passion for helping others overcome adversity. In many ways, the challenges I faced became the foundation of the empathy and strength I now bring to my work as a therapist.

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your business?
At the heart of my work as a therapist is the commitment to creating a safe, compassionate, and culturally responsive space for every client. I believe that trust is the cornerstone of effective therapy-when clients feel seen, understood, and supported, true healing can begin. My passion lies in serving underserved communities and providing care that honors each person’s unique story and cultural background. Drawing from my early experience working with youth in foster care, I developed a deep interest in trauma, grief and loss, depression and anxiety. Over the years, my specialized training and hands-on experience have shaped a therapeutic approach grounded in empathy, authenticity, and empowerment.
Being located in the heart of Montebello has allowed me to continue serving the Latino community that has shaped so much of my professional journey. Providing accessible, bilingual services ensures that individuals and families can receive care in the language and cultural context that feels most authentic to them. It’s a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they find healing , resilience, and hope- and to continue making mental health support more accessible to the community I care so deeply about.

Is there a quality that you most attribute to your success?
I am deeply passionate about the work I do and the purpose it serves. Every step of my journey has been guided by a commitment to growth-both my own and that of my clients. I find immense fulfillment in witnessing the progress my clients make in therapy, watching as they rediscover their strength, confidence, and sense of self. My ability to genuinely understand others’ perspectives has allowed me to build meaningful, trusting relationships that form the foundation of effective therapy. This dedication to connection and compassion has been instrumental to my success as a therapist, allowing me to create lasting change in the lives of those I serve. For me, this work is more than a profession-it’s a calling rooted in empathy, resilience, and the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to heal and thrive.

Pricing:

Free phone consultation
prices available on my website

Contact Info:

Website: Www.lizbethhernandezlmft..com
Instagram: clear_minds_
Other: psychology today

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Quiet Burnout

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 17:08:00 GMT

What is quiet burnout?

Quiet burnout is a term used to describe a subtle, often hidden form of emotional and physical exhaustion-one that doesn’t always look like the classic image of burnout ( like total collapse or open frustration).

Instead, it’s a low, simmering depletion that shows up quietly over time. People experiencing quiet burnout may still seem functional, composed , or even successful on the surface, but inside they feel chronically tired, unmotivated, detached, or emotionally numb.

Key Characteristics

Persistent fatigue
Emotional flatness
Low level-resentment or apathy-toward work, relationships, or responsibilities
Isolation or withdrawal- quietly pulling away from people or interests
Inner guilt or shame- for feeling drained even when “ nothing is wrong”

Common Causes

Long -term stress without adequate recovery
Emotional support session ( “ I cant fall apart”)
Perfectionism or people-pleasing
Working or caregiving without boundaries
Disconnection from purpose or meaning

Quick Tips

Emotional check-ins ( what emotions have I been avoiding or pushing away lately?)
Take three slow breaths. Notice your Body. Where do you feel tension, heaviness, or emptiness?
Name one small thing that brought you peace or beauty today?
What boundaries could I set to protect my emotional energy?
What simple acts of care ( sleep, nature, journaling, saying no) can help me feel more grounded ?

Meditation

Fri, 02 May 2025 05:19:41 GMT

Do you find that your mind is often occupied with the stresses of modern life? Do you find yourself worrying about things that are already in the past or things that haven’t happened yet, and might not occur at all? Meditation is a simple practice available to help, which can reduce stress, increase calmness and clarity and promote happiness.

Types of meditation-

Breath Meditation- Controlled breathing has been shown to reduce stress, increase alertness and boost your immune system.

Walking Meditation- walking meditation can be helpful if you find it difficult to focus while sitting, or at times when you’re experiencing strong emotion.

Eating Meditation- Eating mindfully can transform how you think about and relate to your body and to food, and can bring awareness to how you eat.

Compassion Meditation- Also known as loving-kindness meditation, a compassion meditation helps you develop compassion, care, warmth and love towards both others and yourself.

Sound Meditation- Sound has been used as part of meditation for thousands of years. Using sound can help deepen the meditation, expand the consciousness and focus the mind. There are many ways you can incorporate sound into a meditation: some versions use tradition instruments such as Tibetan gongs and singing bowls, shamanic drum.

Stress- is not what happens to us...

Thu, 02 May 2019 05:18:43 GMT

Stress is not what happens to us. It's our response to what happens. And response is something we can choose. By Maureen Killoran.

Photo by Jose Luis Sanchez Pereyra on Unsplash