• Author:

    Drea Letamendi, Ph.D.

  • Level: 

    Foundational

  • CREDIT(S)

    1

  • Video

    1 hour

Storytellers: Using Pop-Culture Stories to Foster Real Narratives of Resilience 

In this dynamic and clinically innovative episode, Dr. Drea Letamendi explores the therapeutic power of pop culture and media storytelling in the context of mental health practice. Drawing on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, and mindfulness, Dr. Letamendi illustrates how media characters, story arcs, and fandom engagement can foster emotional insight, identity exploration, and client resilience. Through concepts such as mediated relationships and parasocial connections, she illustrates how clients’ relationships with fictional characters can be leveraged to foster therapeutic connections, deepen meaning-making, and support psychological growth. Whether working with adolescents, adults, or clients facing trauma, anxiety, or identity concerns, listeners will gain practical, evidence-informed strategies for integrating media into clinical work. This conversation offers a compelling and creative framework for clinicians seeking to expand their therapeutic toolkit and meet continuing education requirements through culturally relevant and emotionally resonant practices.

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Drea Letamendi, Ph.D.

Drea Letamendi, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist, educator, and media consultant specializing in psychological resilience, trauma-informed care, and suicide prevention. She serves at UCLA and maintains a private consulting practice focused on youth and young adults. Known for her innovative work at the intersection of media and psychology, Dr. Letamendi consults with companies like Marvel, Disney, Warner Bros., and Lionsgate. Her approach uses storytelling and pop culture to make psychological concepts accessible and clinically relevant.Author Name then add in their bio
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Psyched to Practice, LLC, is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Psyched to Practice, LLC, maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 

Psyched to Practice, LLC, is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) to offer continuing professional development (CPDs) for school psychologists. Psyched to Practice, LLC, maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 

Other mental health and education professionals are welcome to attend our webinars, workshops, and courses. Participants will receive a continuing education certificate upon completion. We encourage individuals to consult their respective licensing or accrediting boards to determine eligibility for continuing education credit within their professional field.
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