Standing in Your Truth with Chaazé P. Roberts

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Lessons from the Couch

Mariana Reyes Daza, Corina Teofilo Mattson

15 episodes

2 months ago

Welcome to "Lessons from the Couch", where we invite you to pull up a seat and join Corina and Mariana—two marriage and family therapists based in Illinois—on a journey through therapy, life, and everything in between. In each episode, we have honest and engaging conversations with therapists and non-therapists alike, exploring their unique experiences in and around therapy. Whether it's the story of a therapist navigating early career challenges or a non-therapist sharing how therapy changed their life, our goal is to show just how accessible and transformative these conversations can be. We also dive into the diverse career paths and personal journeys within the field of mental health, from seasoned professionals to those just starting out (like Corina and Mariana, who are at opposite timelines of their own therapy careers). If you're curious about therapy, mental health, or simply enjoy meaningful conversations, "Lessons from the Couch" is for you. Get ready to think, reflect, and discover new perspectives one conversation at a time. Follow Lessons from the Couch on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts to listen to new episodes. Co-Hosted by Corina Teofilo Mattson and Mariana Reyes Daza. Show art by Jae Avilez. Music by Brandon Acosta. If you're interested in therapy services, either in person or via telehealth, and reside in Illinois, visit www.liveoakchicago.com to learn more.

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Standing in Your Truth with Chaazé P. Roberts

Lessons from the Couch

37 minutes

6 months ago

Standing in Your Truth with Chaazé P. Roberts

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Chaazé P. Roberts, LMFT, is a licensed therapist with over 16 years of experience at The Family Institute at Northwestern University, where he continues to serve as a clinical lecturer and supervisor. He recently launched his private practice, CPR Counseling, Ltd., and works with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and groups. Chaazé is especially passionate about adolescent and men’s issues, life transitions, and culturally responsive therapy. His global travels and experience with cross-cultural and international clients deeply inform his work, with a particular commitment to serving the African American community.

In this episode, Chaaze takes us through his journey from corporate America to a life of service and healing, sharing how global travel became a spiritual sanctuary and a path to self-discovery. He opens up about receiving his West African name, Kofi Mensa, and how that moment marked a shift in his understanding of himself and his purpose. We talk about what it means to do culturally responsive therapy beyond the buzzwords, the importance of reclaiming personal agency, and how his therapeutic framework—Conscious Power Reclamation—guides both his clients and his own life. This conversation is rich with stories, wisdom, and moments of reflection on how we come to know ourselves, how we heal, and how we show up for others while staying grounded in our own truth.

For more about Chaaze, visit CPR Counseling, Ltd. | SimplePractice

Follow Lessons from the Couch on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you get your podcasts to listen to new episodes.

Co-Hosted by Corina Teofilo Mattson and Mariana Reyes Daza. Show art by Jae Avilez. Music by Brandon Acosta.