87. Repairing Disconnection in Your Body as a Mixed Race Person with Raina LeGrand, LCSW

In this episode of Body Justice Podcast, Allyson sits down with Raina LeGrand, LCSW, a therapist and somatic practitioner to talk about the intersection of mixed race identity and body image.

Allyson & Raina dig into how growing up without language for mixed race experiences shapes body image, the role of monoracism and belonging wounds, and how building critical mixed race consciousness supports healing.

Raina shares her personal journey through disordered eating, body image struggles and explains how somatic therapy helped her reconnect with her body and her relationships.

Allyson & Raina also explore the power of community and mirroring for mixed race folks, the historical trauma tied to racial purity and colonial violence, and practical somatic tools for tracking sensation and building a felt sense of safety in the body.

Episode Breakdown:

• 0:00 — Intro
• 0:39 — Meet Raina LeGrand
• 3:24 — Body Image & Mixed Race Identity
• 7:58 — Building Mixed Race Consciousness
• 10:02 — Personal Journey & Disconnection
• 18:58 — The Power of Community
• 23:22 — Historical Trauma & Racial Purity
• 25:37 — Somatic Therapy Reflections
• 31:20 — Practical Somatic Skills
• 37:40 — Closing & Resources

Connect:

• Allyson Inez Ford, LPCC (host of Body Justice)Website- become a client: www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.comInstagram: @bodyjustice.therapist

• Raina LeGrand, LCSWInstagram: @mixedracebelonging

https://www.mixedracebelonging.com/collective

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.