Episode 130: Yulia

Episode 130: Yulia

Author: Yasmine Loupis February 28, 2025 Duration: 1:08:31

In this episode I speak with Yulia, a social worker and psychosexual therapist specialising in youth mental health and sexual health. She has worked in digital mental health spaces, clinical education, and peer support, bringing a diverse and holistic approach to her practice. Yulia completed her Master of Science in Medicine (Sexual and Reproductive Health), specialising in psychosexual therapy, and also holds a Bachelor of Social Work and a Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice. 


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This episode's transcript can be viewed here: 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/15CyVrrZpgbSaWPh5qmUCfiidcQz9UQjMUUVj0k4q-cg/edit?usp=sharing
Thanks to Kevin Macleod of incompetech.com for our theme music.


Yasmine Loupis hosts Social Work Spotlight, a series of conversations that go beyond the textbook definitions of social work. Each episode sits down with practitioners based in Sydney, Australia, pulling back the curtain on the day-to-day realities of their roles. You'll hear firsthand accounts from people working across diverse and often unexpected areas of practice, sharing stories that encompass both hard-won successes and the complex challenges inherent to the field. This podcast is built on the belief that understanding a profession comes from listening to the people doing the work. The discussions naturally extend into the practical resources, media, and tools these professionals use and recommend, offering a valuable roadmap for anyone curious about the human stories behind social work or considering a path into it. Tune in for an authentic, grounded look at a profession dedicated to supporting communities, one story at a time.
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