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Our BIPOC Mental Health series is here to help you deal with topics affecting black men, women, and children of color every day. Whether you want to learn more about your mental health or help someone close to you cope with their daily stresses, we have something for you.
Oct. 2, 2023

Autoimmune Care - From MS Survivor to Cannabis CEO with Jennifer Gask…

In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer Gaskins, a remarkable individual who has not only survived multiple sclerosis (MS) but has also become a leading advocate for the use of cannabis in autoimmune care. Join us as we delve …

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Sept. 4, 2023

”Resilience, Reflection, and Renewal” - Masculinity and Healing

In the podcast, Dr. Carrie Rosario stands out as a strong advocate for overall well-being. Alongside Counseling Psychologist Tatyana Smith, Dr. Rosario engages in a dynamic conversation that puts her expertise at the forefront. Her thoughtful insight...

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June 21, 2023

”Church Health” - Reviving Our Roots and Strategies for the Black Chu…

Buckle up for an exciting and enlightening episode as host D-Rich engages in a dynamic conversation with the remarkable Rev. Lakesha Womack, Rev. JerQuentin Sutton, Rev. Carline Brown, and Dr. Chelece Brown. Together, they unveil groundbreaking strat...

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June 7, 2023

”The Anxious Mind” - Fearless Conversations with Children on Race

“Race can be a very positive thing, but it can also be something that can promote a lot of stress against children. And we want to make sure that children are prepared,” explains Dr. Stephanie Irby Coard, clinical psychologist, professor, …

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June 1, 2023

”The Power of Advocacy & Support Cultures” - Mental Health, Social Ju…

“I realized the crazy ridiculous impact that sharing our stories and being vulnerable could have on letting other people share their stories and be okay with getting treatment,” explains Dr. Rhonda Mattox, MD. There is incredible power in advocacy an...

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March 31, 2023

”ADHD and Black Girls” - The Undiagnosed Neurodivergent Superwoman!

“Many women don't get diagnosed until their kids get diagnosed because people miss it,” shares ADHD coach, IngerShaye Colzie, MSW, LSW. IngerShaye went 50 years wondering why certain things were so difficult while others were easy. In spite of notice...

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March 23, 2023

”Mother Wound” - Understanding Mother-Daughter Conflict & Healing

“How do you feel when you think about your self concept and your self reflection? How much of yourself do you see in your mother?,”asks Dr. Richarne Fuqua aka Dr. Shawn, the LPC. Today, Dr. Shawn joins host D-Rich alongside …

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Jan. 31, 2023

Black Women and Breast Cancer: Awareness, Genetic Testing & Counseling

“We certainly as Black women have to advocate for ourselves. Black women get breast cancer less, but we die more,” shares Dr. Kellie Kendred Goss, “breast cancer previvor” and advocate for genetic counseling and testing. Today, she joins host Calvin …

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Jan. 6, 2023

Black Male Mental Health, Depression and Toxic Masculinity

“The body needs to keep score of these traumatic events to protect itself. But unfortunately, this can cause anxiety. This can cause depression. This can cause substance abuse,” explains Dr. Jody Joshua Adewale. Dr. Jody is a clinical psychologist wi...

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Sept. 9, 2022

What My Eyes Have Seen - Reflections on Justice, Identity, & Reparati…

“Whether you grew up in a predominately Black space, or a predominately white space, you're probably going to have a racialized moment at some point in America. And you have to figure out what you're going to do with that …

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Sept. 2, 2022

What My Eyes Have Seen - Reflections on Taboos, Secrecy & Silence

“What was really fascinating for me in the course of writing about some of my own trauma was that my parents never really talked to me about racism,” shares Bettye Walker, Owner of B. Walker Consultants with more than three …

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July 26, 2022

Child Mental Health & School Related Stress

“The first thing we need to do as parents is step back and listen to our kids about what they need, but also take ourselves out of it. My kid’s success is not about me,” explains Dr. Toi Curry, Licensed …

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July 20, 2022

Family Conflict & Generational Trauma

“Family trauma really just extends from trauma that one person experiences and If it's not resolved, it just keeps going,” shares Jamesha Williams, licensed marriage and family therapist. In today’s episode7 host D-Rich sits down with guests Jamesha ...

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April 8, 2022

The Strong “Silent” Black Woman – Myth? Superpower? Burden? with Dr. …

“This tension that we’re talking about has direct implications for Black women’s mental and physical health that bleed into the rest of our community,” explains Dr. Martinque Jones. In today’s episode, host D-Rich, Dr. Seanna Leath and Dr. Martinque ...

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March 18, 2022

ADHD and The Challenges for Black Kids with Dr. Brandi Bolling

“Research suggests that over average, white teachers tend to label black students as lazy more often than their white peers. In turn, black kids are labeled more hyperactive, more defiant, and ultimately, more likely to have ADHD.” While the topic …

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