We live every day in relationship with others. Sometimes those relationships are healthy and have a positive impact on our well-being, and sometimes they do not. In this new episode, we talk with CHC experts, Emily Hsu, PhD, and Danna Torres, LMFT, about the importance of open, honest communication and why feeling valued and heard matters so much.
Episode overview
We explore signs of an unhealthy relationship—how to recognize when your needs aren’t being met, when boundaries aren’t respected, and when communication breaks down. Join us as we unpack the essentials of building connections rooted in respect, empathy, and mutual support, helping you spot the difference between a positive, nurturing relationship and one that may not be serving you well.
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About Voices of Compassion
Voices of Compassion is a weekly podcast produced by Children’s Health Council (CHC) with insights, inspiration and creative conversations about mental health, education and family.
Meet The CHC Expert
Emily Hsu, PhD , Dr. Emily Hsu, PhD, is a bilingual licensed psychologist specializing in suicide prevention, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma recovery, and interpersonal relationships. Fluent in Spanish, Dr. Hsu is dedicated to providing culturally sensitive care, particularly for ethnic minority populations. She earned her PhD from the Pacific Graduate School of Psychology at Palo Alto University, where she focused on diversity and community mental health. With expertise in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dr. Hsu integrates evidence-based approaches with a humanistic focus on rapport building. She has completed APA-accredited internships and residencies and is passionate about reducing mental health disparities.
Meet The CHC Expert
Danna Torres, MFTA , Danna Torres is a bilingual licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her work has primarily focused on supporting children, teens and parents through individual therapy, family therapy and parent education. Danna has experience providing therapy to those needing additional support or skills in the areas of executive functioning, behavior management, emotion regulation and learning coping strategies.
