The First Gen Madrina
The First Gen Madrina Podcast is a podcast for first-generation students, professionals, and cycle-breakers who are navigating life without a blueprint. Hosted by social worker, coach, and The First Gen Madrina Sara, this podcast explores the real conversations we were never taught to have about mental health, money, and navigating systems while building a life that feels aligned and sustainable.
Each episode blends honest storytelling, practical tools, and culturally responsive insights to help you break generational cycles, overcome imposter syndrome, heal burnout, and redefine success on your own terms. Whether we’re unpacking mental wellness, financial empowerment, career growth, or the in-between moments of becoming, you’ll find guidance rooted in compassion, community, and accountability.
The First Gen Madrina
E 97 Celebrating Neurodiversity as a First Gen with Feli Nungaray
Dear First Gens,
In this episode, host Sara welcomes guest, Felicitas Nungaray, to The First Gen Madrina Podcast! This gives us a brand-new episode for this month's theme, Celebrating Neurodiversity as a First Gen!
Felicitas is a 1st Gen. Neurodivergent coach, and a Licensed Psychotherapist based in California. Feli has served as the Neurodiversity Social Skills Facilitator in Higher Education, developing neurodivergent programs and neuroaffirming spaces; with over 20 years professionally working with Autistic and Neurodivergent students and their families. She has been an international presenter for The College Autism Network Conference and the Association on Higher Education and Disability Conference (AHEAD).
In 2022, Feli founded Neuroseeds Coaching and Consulting LLC, with the purpose of better serving Neurodivergent adults navigate college, or transition into early career professions. Most importantly to change the landscape of inclusivity support for all neurodiverse individuals. As the mothership of a neurodivergent home, she empowers other families not only through her professional background but also through her lived experiences.
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Supporting Your Journey,
Sara, The First Gen Madrina