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Beyond the therapy room, Baleska is passionate about making mental health education accessible, in both English and Spanish. These recorded presentations were developed and delivered for Children’s Hospital of Orange County, now part of Rady Children’s Health.
Recordings are hosted by Rady Children's Health and open on choc.org.
Español · Perinatal Mental Health
How to recognize the warning signs of perinatal depression, anxiety, and OCD, how they differ from the normal adjustments of pregnancy and new parenthood, and where families can find support in their community.
Recorded presentation · Rady Children's Health (CHOC)
English · Parenting
Practical guidance for building a relationship with your child rooted in trust and respect, while offering both the structure and the warmth children need to grow and thrive.
Mental health webinar · Rady Children's Health (CHOC)
Español · Ages 4–18
Why a child’s relationship with food matters for body, brain, and emotional wellbeing, how culture shapes eating habits, early red flags of disordered eating, and ways parents can help.
45-minute webinar · Rady Children's Health (CHOC)
English · Pre-K to 12th Grade
An overview of the eating disorders most common in children and teens, their hallmark signs, when to seek professional help, and how caregivers can encourage a healthier relationship with food and body image.
Webinar · Aired November 2022 · Rady Children's Health (CHOC)
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