A Hero's Welcome Podcast

A Hero’s Welcome Podcast

For the therapists doing the hard work and the hearts behind the healing.

Hosted by Maria Laquerre Diego and Liliana Baylon, both LMFT-S and RPT-S, A Hero’s Welcome is a podcast created by and for mental health professionals. We spotlight the work, wisdom, and lived experiences of therapists who show up for others every day, especially those working with children, families, and communities impacted by trauma, migration, and systemic stress.

Each episode features honest conversations with expert clinicians, supervisors, trainers, and consultants. We talk about clinical insights, cultural humility, and what it means to support healing in today’s world. This is your space if you’re a therapist seeking a more profound connection, real-world tools, and community.

Hosts:
Maria Laquerre-Diego
maria@anewhopetc.org

Liliana Baylon
liliana@lilianabaylon.com

Guest

Joy Ewing

Joy Ewing, MA, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Aurora, Colorado, and the founder of JoyLife Counseling. As the first Black therapist in Colorado certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Joy specializes in helping Black and multicultural couples enhance communication and relationships through culturally adapted EFT. She also works with individuals and families on issues like trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. A Prairie View A&M psychology graduate with a master’s from the University of Denver, Joy integrates Gottman, EMDR, and neurofeedback approaches into her practice.

https://www.joylifecounseling.com

Guest appearance on:

Transforming Mental Health Experiences for BIPOC Communities with Joy Ewing