Tiana Soloman and Joan Cordova Rodriguez

Recorded March 10, 2025 29:30 minutes
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Id: mbb000459

Description

Tiana Soloman (24) speaks with StoryCorps facilitator and conversation partner Joan Cordova Rodriguez (30) on their experiences with mental health and moving into the field of mental healthcare.

Subject Log / Time Code

Tiana Soloman shares her childhood memories growing up in Huntsville, AL and values that she learned.
Tiana remembers identifying differences around her and having a new member of her family.
Tiana shares family memories and reflects on her position in her family.
Tiana and Joan discuss generational trauma and mental healthcare. Tiana remembers being tested for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other mental health conditions.
Tiana and Joan talk about early therapists and how to find the right therapist. Tiana talks about specialized counselors.
Tiana shares what inspired her to move into the field of mental healthcare and determining when to give advice.
Tiana shares what she hopes to change about the mental health field.
Tiana shares what she hopes people would understand about mental health and about herself.

Participants

  • Tiana Soloman
  • Joan Cordova Rodriguez

Recording Locations

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment

Venue / Recording Kit

Partnership Type

Outreach

Places