55. Marcela Sabia: Brazilian illustrator, Sabiá offers words of affirmation, love and comfort displayed with her works. Follow us to read her articles on anxiety, body acceptance, and uplifting others.
56. Latinx Grief: Created by Paulina Isabel Almarosa, a licensed clinical social worker and counselor, this thread offers “grief support and education through storytelling.” During a very painful time, this resource can help you manage some difficult feelings. As a second-generation Mexican American, Almarosa pays particular attention to the particular forms of grief experienced in immigrant communities.
57. Contigo Well-being: This organization hopes to provide “equity and access to mental health education and care for underrepresented Latinx people and reduce mental health stigma.” They do this by publishing inspirational messages and resources in English and Spanish.
58. Latinx Parenting: Focused on social justice and intergenerational healing for Latinx families, this story gives parents validation and resources to break harmful generational cycles. The feed includes information about virtual parenting events and news for the Latinx community.
59. Therapyforlatinx: This brand wants to make it easy for Latinx individuals to connect with a Latinx mental health professional. You can find a therapist using their directory or browse their feed for valuable and relevant mental health information.
60. Maria Laguna: Laguna is a bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking psychotherapist. This feed includes a mix of mental health resources, inspirational quotes, and reminders to take care of yourself and “use your strength.”
61. Pride in Nalgona’s positivity: This story targets diet culture, raises awareness of eating disorders, and encourages body liberation with bright and beautiful images. The brand also sells products on Etsy with messages like “Eating disorders are a social justice issue” and “F**k diet culture.”
62. Latin to Latin: Every Monday this podcast brings a weekly dose of “Latina greatness,” according to her Instagram bio. In each episode, host Alicia Menendez talks to a new guest about the challenges of existing and thriving as Latinas. You’ll hear from a variety of people, including editors, medical professionals, farmers and chefs.
63. Jacqueline Méndez, LMFT: Mendez is a licensed marriage and family therapist as well as a certified sexologist, according to her website. Her Instagram feed includes information on sexual health, relationships, and validating your emotions.
64. Eliza Boquin, MA, LMFT: According to her bio, Boquin is a psychotherapist and sexologist who is committed to supporting black and brown people. Her thoughtful articles address social justice, gender, grief, and self-love.
65. Poderistas: A poderist is someone who “elevates, amplifies and builds power through their actions and by harnessing the power of the collective,” according to the brand. This feed features poderistas in various industries, posts positive affirmations, and provides information on virtual wellness events.
LGBTQ+ collectives, organizations and people to follow
66. Queer Sex Therapy: This story by Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Casey Tanner provides sex-positive insight against calming, colorful backgrounds. She also asks thoughtful questions to the community and offers role models to help you be more mindful of your own sexuality.
