Amerikan Therapy: Recent Episodes
Amerikan Therapy
The premier podcast all things Black Mental Health; Where we connect relatable talk with real licensed clinical muscle. We talk about what it’s like to move through life in America while living inside a black body and tackle topics often overlooked and deemed unapproachable within the black community. Our goal is to make sure that anyone listening to the show walks away with not only the capability and knowledge to overcome any obstacle, but to heal.
Thank you for tuning in each and every Thursday to the Amerikan Therapy podcast! We pride ourselves with transparency and clear communication and we wanted to let our listeners know what is going on. We apologize for the mishap and will see you next week with a brand new episode! Thank you once again and we hope you have an excellent week.
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In today's episode, we are joined by Dominic Tolson, a certified dog trainer, and author. Join us as we discuss how to handle our pets' mental wellness and how It correlates with our own wellness.
Guest Bio:
A dog trainer located in Fort Washington Maryland, an indoor/outdoor facility for dog training. 6 yrs of dog handling and training experience, prior to owning a business Offering beginner to advanced classes along with Behavior Modification and Handler Courses.
Self Published Author of The iSpeakDogg book.
Currently certified in the following departments: Dog Psychology, Narcotic Detections, Apprehension Patrols, Obedience training for Dogs.
Actively compete in Protection & Sport Dog competitions
“Dogs are often misunderstood. The pet community needs leadership, balance and psychological understanding...”
— Nic Tolson
Connect with our guest:
Website: https://www.ispeakdogg.com/
Instagram: @ispeakdogg
Email: ISpeakDogg@gmail.com
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In today’s episode, we sit down with Paster Keith Jossell. In the wake of all the public cases of legal and codified injustice (Julius remaining in prison, Rittenhouse acquittal, the despicable remarks made about Ahmaud Arbery by the McMichaels Defense Team, etc), where do we go from here? So many are distraught. So many are disillusioned. Can we ever get to the place that Dr. King wrote about in the last book, "Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community"?
Pastor Keith is a Justice seeker, connecting to the hope in marginalized people, to inspire the transformation of personal identities, families, and communities. Keith is the National Prayer Forum Director for the Justice for Julius Coalition and the Spiritual Advisor for innocent and now reclassified death row inmate Julius Darius Jones. Keith is also an Associate Minister at Fifth Street Missionary Baptist Church, the Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Odyssey Leadership Academy, and is a current theologue at Phillips Theological Seminary.
Pastor Keith's Instagram: @keith.jossell@justiceforjulius
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This week the ladies minus one are joined by Chef V. Where she discusses how receiving a bipolar disorder diagnosis helped Chef V find her way to her passion for the culinary arts.
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In this week's episode, we sit down with Linnita Hosten, an award-winning author, national speaker, and student success strategist. Join us as we discuss post-graduation success planning, parallel planning, and how to THRIVE and not just SURVIVE!
Guest Bio:
Linnita Hosten empowers high school students how to stand on their own two feet, after graduation.
As a respected education-planning professional, Linnita leverages her proven and results-driven strategies to facilitate evidence-based programming to organizations, universities, and community groups, helping their students achieve their educational goals.
Linnita has been honored with various awards including: Excellence in Education, Youth Speaker of the Year, 40 under 40 in Education, Education Book of the Year, and University of Maryland Global Campus Alumni of the Year.
Linnita is passionate about preparing ambitious students to get clear on their plans and confident about pursuing their DREAM career.
Connect with our guest:
Website: www.linnitahosten.com
Instagram: @linnitahosten
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In today’s episode, Sasha and Dr. T sit down with Dr. Amber Price, join them as they discuss the racial and ethnic disparities in breastfeeding, where and how to obtain support, and why breast is considered best.
Guest bio:
Dr. Amber Price is a native of Indianapolis but considers herself a Chicagoan after calling Chicago her home for the past 18 years. She has an incredibly supportive husband who has been her life partner for over 20 years. Together they have two beautiful daughters, both of whom have directly inspired her career path. Dr. Price is a board-eligible pediatrician and breastfeeding medicine specialist. She earned Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Psychology from Indiana University and later obtained a Master of Science degree in Biology from Purdue University. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago and completed her pediatric residency training at the University of Chicago Comer Children's Hospital. While in residency she also received pediatric integrative medicine training through The University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine and was a medical education scholar. Additionally, Dr. Price is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), with expertise in breastfeeding medicine.
Dr. Price is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), as well as the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM). She has been involved in numerous breastfeeding projects at both the local and national levels. Presently, she is a committee member for the CDC-funded development of the AAP Action Plan for physician training around breastfeeding and the safe implementation of evidence-based breastfeeding practices in maternity care facilities. She also has a clinical instructor appointment through the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Illinois at Chicago where she teaches medical students and residents.
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In today’s episode, we sit down with Will Mooney, a popular TikTok marriage guru, and discuss the relationship dynamic between black men and women. Join us as we talk about the “business” of marriage, learning to love the person your partner is becoming, and why LIKE is so different from LOVE.
Guest Bio:
Originally from Pine Bluff, AR, and currently, in North Little Rock in school as a Sociology student (graduating with a Bachelor's in December). Will Mooney has been married for 10 years, with two children a boy, and a girl. He has a continually growing TikTok following where he shares his experiences as a father, husband, and Black man to the public.
TikTok: BlackAmericanBadBoy
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In today’s episode, we sit down with Shay Stone to talk about her new book and how we can use mindfulness as a tool to improve our overall mental health and quality of life.
Guest: Shay Stone, Life Coach and Author of her new book “Be Better Than You”; She is also an animator with the Walt Disney Animation Studios
Be Better Than YouABOUT | Be Better Than You
Connect with our guest:
Instagram @shaystone.s
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Today’s episode is dedicated to understanding how to talk to our children about expressing their emotions and mental health needs. We sit down with Dr. Ashley Elliott, author of a new book titled My Feelings Matter, which is intended to help parents and children work through these types of conversations. This show is critically important given the turbulent times that we live in and all that is going on in the world.
Guest: Dr. Ashley "Vivid" Elliott, Clinical Psychologist
Affectionately known as Dr. Vivid, I am a pint-sized Doctor of Clinical Psychology. I'm a D.C. native, motivational speaker, author, educator, advocate, and mommy of the coolest 5-year-old in the galaxy. Dr. Ashley Elliott, PsyD, Pre-Licensed Professional, Arlington, VA, 22201 | Psychology Today
Connect with our guest:
Email: contact@vividinnovators.com; contact@doctorvivid.com
Instagram: @drvivid
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In today’s episode, the ladies sit down and do a check-in with show resident psychiatrist Dr. Tanya Royster, MD-Psychiatry. They talk about the mental health impacts of the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, racial and social justice, and everything else under the sun. The ladies get a chance to share their personal struggles and how they are feeling in such turbulent times. This is a moment for the host to get real and personal regarding their own lives.
Dr. Royster is a Board-certified general, child, and adolescent psychiatrist
Bio: Currently operating a private practice. Dr. Tanya A. Royster is the past Director for the DC Department of Behavioral Health appointed by Mayor Muriel Bowser. Dr. Royster is a Board-certified general, child, and adolescent psychiatrist who prior to her appointment served as the Director of Behavioral Health at the Franciscan Physicians Network in Illinois. Previously, Dr. Royster served as the Chief of Clinical Services System with the Illinois Department of Human Services Division of Mental Health. She is a seasoned clinician, teacher, researcher, and innovator. Dr. Royster earned tenure at the University of Illinois at Chicago where she taught in the departments of medicine, nursing, social work, and Honors College. She also has served as a medical consultant to an Illinois care coordination entity that provides care coordination services for the Illinois Medicaid agency. Dr. Royster is well published and was selected as a Child and Family Fellow at the Annie E. Casey Foundation. She is a graduate of the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed her general psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry residencies at New York University/Bellevue Hospital Medical Center.
Connect with Dr. T
Email: tarbewell@gmail.com
Instagram: @drt4abetterworld
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For today's show, we will focus on the topic of medication and mental health. Dr. Dempsey explains why it's critically important to cultivate a relationship with your pharmacist as part of your mental and physical wellness plan.
Dr. Angela Dankwah-Dempsey BS., Pharm.D, Rph., MHI.
Clinical Ambulatory Pharmacist at Kaiser Permanente Medical Group. Largo Medical Center
Bio: With over a decade of experience as an Ambulatory and Community care pharmacist with extensive knowledge in providing pharmaceutical care and a managing workforce of over twenty pharmacy technicians and staff, Dr. Angela Dankwah-Dempsey offers a unique blend of leadership, vision, talent, and knowledge. Dr. Angela Dankwah-Dempsey holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Chemistry from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Doctors of Pharmacy (PharmD) from Hampton University School of Pharmacy; and a Masters of Healthcare Informatics (MSHI) from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She is licensed to practice pharmacy in both Maryland and Virginia and is hoping to acquire her license in Washington District of Columbia (DC) shortly. Dr. Dempsey is a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated and is currently active in the Sigma Psi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority of Ft. Washington, Maryland. She is also part of the Southern Maryland Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction. She is an active member of the Union Bethel AME of Brandywine Health care ministries. Outside of providing care to her patients and supporting her organizations and church through community services projects and events, Dr. Angela Dankwah-Dempsey is an active military spouse and has 3 boys 11y, 6y and 7 week old that keep her busy. She enjoys cooking and has a keen interest in shopping and fashion, but most importantly, she enjoys time with loved ones. Dr. Angela Dankwah-Dempsey believes that she has a calling to serve and takes great pride in her career as a pharmacist and providing service to her community.
Connect with Dr. Dankwah-Dempsey:
Email: angeladankwah@gmail.com; angeladankwah@yahoo.com
Instagram: @dr.divamom07
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In today’s episode, we discuss the cross-sectional impact of race and sleep on our mental health. Our guest, Dr, Dayna Johnson, shows us how sleep health directly correlates to mental health, and why African Americans as a function of race consistently suffer from poor.
Dr. Dayna Johnson’s Bio:
Dr. Dayna A. Johnson, Ph.D., MPH, MSW, MS is a Sleep Epidemiologist and Assistant Professor in the Department of Epidemiology at the Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University in Atlanta GA. She received her doctorate degree in Epidemiologic Science from the University of Michigan and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Sleep and Circadian Disorders at Harvard Medical School. Her research is aimed at understanding the determinants and health consequences of sleep deprivation by 1) addressing the social and environmental determinants of sleep disorders and insufficient sleep, and 2) investigating the influence of modifiable factors such as sleep disorders and disturbances on health disparities. More specifically, Dr. Johnson’s research quantifies the contribution of social, household-level, and neighborhood-level factors with objective and well-validated subjective measures of insufficient sleep using data from different epidemiologic cohort studies. She is also exploring how stress reduction programs and improvements in the home environment can improve sleep and reduce subsequent risk of poor health outcomes. Dr. Johnson’s research group specializes in sleep measurement, utilizing well-validated questionnaires, actigraphy, and polysomnography.
Connect with Dr. Johnson: dayna.johnson@emory.edu
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In today’s episode, we sit down with one of the rising stars of the latest social justice movement, Queen YoNasda to understand what it takes to stay well while battling systemic oppression.
YoNasDa (Yo-Naja-Ha) LoneWolf, Human Rights Activist, National Organizer, Published Writer, Public Speaker
Is a National Community Organizer/Human Rights Activist and a motivational speaker. Being self-driven she is living her divine calling from her early beginnings in the entertainment industry as a rap artist and choreographer for BET’S own Teen Summit to her most recent work as an active activist and a voice against any injustice that affects people worldwide. She has used entertainment to bring awareness on the condition of oppressed people whether it's releasing two albums and touring with Wutang Clan or performing at the Annual Gathering of Nations Pow Wow and Festival she walks in many cultural paths. She organized cities from Phoenix, AZ to Baltimore, MD, and was asked by the family of Mike Brown Jr in Ferguson, MO to speak at his 1-year anniversary. Her electrifying speech made it on all international media platforms and she was featured in Elle Magazine (France) as one of the women in the Stopping Police Brutality that is changing America. When YoNasDa Lonewolf is not protesting in the streets you can catch her speaking to college and high school students. She also was on the BET Rap it Up Tour, promoting sexual education. Since 2006, she has directed entertainment panel discussions at various colleges and universities and at the annual Nation of Islam conference called Saviors Day with over 100,000 people. This truth-teller is a published writer who has a weekly column in the Final Call Newspaper and is now bringing her artistry to the world with a children’s book called “The Adventures of Star Song” and a daily devotional book called “Journey 2 Peace”. She is also filming a docu-series based on connecting the similarities of people from all walks of life. She started a cultural tour called "Rez Tours" in which she opens cultural tours to Indigenous communities to learn more about the culture of Indigenous people. She has hosted a radio show on Chuck D Rapstation.com and Atlanta's Voice of the People radio. In October 2015 she was a special guest on NYC Power 105’s The Breakfast Club where she spoke on “Indigenous Peoples Day.” From the huge response, she was asked to be on The Breakfast Club again in October 2016. She has spearheaded 32 and 64 city fundraising events called Hip Hop 4 Haiti, and Hip Hop 4 Flint in 2016, respectively. YoNasDa was on the executive planning committee and co-convener for the 20th Anniversary of the Million Man March- Justice or Else!. YoNasDa Lonewolf is a woman with a purpose of promoting love, justice, and equality.
Connect with YoNasDa
yonasda@gmail.comP.Williams3@yahoo.com
@queenyonasda
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In today’s episode, we sit down with Tig to understand the growing trend in increased gun ownership by African Americans, especially black women, in the wake of the last two years of social unrest, the Trump presidency, the rise in visible white supremacy, and so much more. We talk about the long-held racially oppressive history of gun control laws, which have always been targeted at reducing legal “black” gun ownership.
Marchelle “Tig” Davis is the owner of My Sister’s Keeper Defense (formerly Trigger Happy Firearm Instruction), located in Atlanta, GA. She is also the owner and founder of Iron Sharpens Iron, My Brother’s Keeper Defense LLC, and National Range Day.
Connect with Tig:
marchelle@mskdefense.com
@mysisterskeeperdefense
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The Amerikan Therapy Podcast sits down with Dr. Joseph Richardson and Che' Bullock the creators of the “Life After The Gun Shot” documentary. This episode is dedicated to understanding the psychodynamics of black-on-black violence.
"Life After The Gunshot" Episode 1
https://www.facebook.com/lifeafterthegunshot/
Dr. Joseph Richardson’s Bio:
Dr. Richardson is the Joel and Kim Feller Endowed Professor of African-American Studies and Anthropology. This endowment supports his research on gun violence and trauma among Black boys and young Black men. Dr. Richardson received his Ph.D. in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Rutgers University-School of Criminal Justice and his bachelor's degree in African and African-American Studies from the University of Virginia. He completed a Spencer Foundation Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship at the University of Chicago and an NIMH clinical post-doctoral research training fellowship in Substance Use, Mental Health, and HIV/AIDS in Correctional Healthcare at the Morehouse School of Medicine and the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Richardson holds a Joint Appointment in the Department of Anthropology (Medical) and a Secondary Appointment in the Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, Division of Preventive Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.
Che' Bullock – Producer and Executive Director of C. Bullock & Associates LLC.
Connect with our guests
Dr, Joseph Richardson:
Email: jrichar5@umd.edu
Instagram: @docjorich
Che' Bullock : bullockmanagement@gmail.com
Instagram: @bullets_with_no_name
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In today's episode, we had a conversation with Latrice Collins, Rated HBCU Founder. We all have difficulties in life, in order to overcome it, we need to surround ourselves with people who will encourage us, support us and will tell us the truth. We need to learn to honor and respect our boundaries and give ourselves the care it needs. Self-care is essential in order for us to recharge our physical and mental health.
Latrice is a Licensed Collegiate Brand Builder, Entrepreneur, HBCU advocate and CPA.
Rated HBCU is a licensed collegiate brand owned by NC A&T alum Latrice Collins. The brand sells licensed HBCU men, women and children apparel as well as accessories for over 20 licensed HBCUs.
Connect with Latrice:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/latrice-collins-b196995
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Amerikan Therapy sits down with Michael Carter, the American/farmer. Black people acquire land as a means to provide for themselves, their families, and their communities. Black farmers faced many challenges due to some merchants are denying access to black farmers to the market. Supporting black farmers is something we must do every day.
Michael Carter's Bio:
Michael Carter Jr. is the 11th generation American/farmer and is the 5th generation to farm on, Carter Farms, his family's century farm in Orange County, Virginia where he gives workshops on how to grow and market ethnic vegetables. With Virginia State University, he is the Small Farm Resource Center Coordinator for the Small Farm Outreach Program. Virginia Association of Biological Farmers (VABF) and Virginia Foodshed Capital have him sit on their respective board of directors. He also serves as the state coordinator for the Black Church Food Security Network and as the food safety coordinator for the Six State Farm to Table organization. He acquired an agricultural economics degree from North Carolina A&T State University and has worked in Ghana, Kenya and Israel as an agronomist and organic agricultural consultant. As a cliometrician, curriculum developer and program coordinator for his educational, cultural and vocational platforms, Hen Asem (Our Story) and Africulture, he teaches and expounds on the contributions of Africans and African Americans to agriculture worldwide and trains students, educators and professionals in African cultural understanding, empathy, and implicit bias recognition.
Connect with Michael:
Website: https://thecarterfarms.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carterfarmsva
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Amerikan Therapy sits down with Nala Simone Toussaint, an activist, influencer and healer.
Gender and racial discrimination are real. We have seen how LGBT was treated in the community. In order to dismantle the dehumanization of Trans, we need education. We need to educate everyone especially our youth at an early age. Acceptance is the key. Providing equality with trans lives is something that we need within our black community.
Nala Simone Toussaint Bio:
Nala Toussaint works with people across the spectrum of identities, social and economic realities to support their health goals and well-being. She has done extensive work as an outreach liaison, conducting safe sex interventions for youth, and coordinating educational and job development services at renowned LGBT public service organizations.
Connect with Nala Simone Toussaint:
Website: https://nalatoussaint.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/nalatoussaint
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/nalaspeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Nalasimonet
Email: speak@nalatoussaint.com
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Grow and never feel alone on your journey to wellness, we got your back!
This Season 3, we are stepping up our game. We bring the most awesome guest and incredible value to our listeners!
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The AmeriKan Therapy team wanted to let everyone know that we are coming back for our third season and it's going to be AMAZING!!!
We took an extra long Winter Break to give the show a facelift. We love our listeners so much and want to continue to step our game up for you. As we finish our "refresh" we want you all to know that we appreciate you riding with us. You as our listeners are the most important part of the AmeriKan Therapy Tribe and we genuinely do this show for you. Please share your feedback on the show and what you hope to see this coming season via our email below. We love you, we want to hear from you....please keep listening, sharing the show, providing reviews, and engaging with us on social media so we can get to know YOU better. We will be back on April 6th with a new look and a sneak peek into this next chapter of AmeriKan Therapy!
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We often times overlook our military veterans, but none more than our minority military veterans and the impact of what serving a country who doesn't always serve you look like and or the impact from the experience. Amerikan Therapy sits down with Tim Scott to talk all things PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and his recovery from a path that was at one point leading him to destruction and how he has been able to reshape that experience to now helping others through civil rights.
Tim Scott Bio:Tim Scott was a Sergeant in the Marine Corps who served from 2003-2008 and completed a thirteen-month deployment to Al Anbar, Iraq. After being honorably discharged, he graduated from Towson University with a bachelor's degree in Sociology & Anthropology in 2011. He then attended Ohio Northern University and received his juris doctorate in 2014. Currently, Scott is a civil rights investigator at Texas State University where he addresses sexual misconduct, discrimination, and harassment complaints. He is married to his wife, Sydney and they recently welcomed a son named Lennox.
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Often times in the black community, many think that being a professional athlete is not only one of the greatest things to achieve, but seen as one of the only ways out of unfortunate circumstances. We see so many of our youth who want to play sports, but don't know or understand what comes with being a pro-baller to include the dedication and disappointments. The Amerikan Therapy team sits down with pro-ball player Shelvin Mack who helps dissect the ups and downs through navigating going pro and maintaining ones mental health.
Shelvin Mack:is an American professional basketball player for Panathinaikos of the Greek Basket League and the EuroLeague. He played college basketball for the Butler Bulldogs. On June 23, 2011, Mack was selected with the 34th overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft by the Washington Wizards. On December 9, 2011, he signed with the Wizards following the conclusion of the NBA lockout. Shelvn has played with other NBA teams such as the Atlanta Hawks throughout his career and has a nonprofit entitled The Mack Foundation which is designed to promote unity, security, responsibility and versatility through a positive atmosphere for today’s youth http://shelvinmack.com/foundation/
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In the black community, we really just don't talk about death and hardly ever prepare for the transition of assets from one generation to the next. These conversations are often not had until after our loved ones have passed on and we start trying to unravel the financial life of the deceased either in a funeral home or via probate court. While we all know the stress that losing a loved one puts on a family, just imagine the drama that transpires after Big Mama is gone and her home and assets need to be equitably distributed throughout her 12+ descendants. While this sounds like the start of a black BET Network movie, this is the reality that many of us face.
The Association of Black Estate Planning Professionals notes that "Black Americans today own little ⎯ if any ⎯ of America’s land, produce little if any of the country’s resources, and possess negligible amounts of this nation’s immense wealth. Yet Black Americans still project an aspiration based on blind faith in the American Dream". Much of our community's current lack of wealth is due in large part to how we plan for death versus funerals. So the Amerikan Therapy team sits down with some savvy legal and insurance experts to help us better understand how to ensure the effective passing on of generational wealth via legal, tax, and insurance structures.
Ashley Stepps, Esq:Ashley was born and raised in the Arkansas Delta in Pine Bluff. She is a graduate of Delaware State University and received her law degree from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock – William H. Bowen School of Law.
Formerly with The Raymon B. Harvey Law Firm, Ashley’s career has been spent serving elderly and special needs clients, their families, and loved ones as they encounter the legal issues that accompany aging and disability. She works to assist her clients in making sense of the intricate legal areas of elder law including probate, estate planning, and long-term care/Medicaid planning. She aids her clients with accomplishing their specific goals by developing plans that are unique to them.
As well as being a frequent National Business Institute speaker, she has written, planned, and presented programs on various elder law subjects for several professional,s and her writings on pet trusts have been published by Outskirts Press. Ashley is also a Veterans Administration (“VA”) Accredited Attorney.
She is a past Chair of the Elder Law Section of the Arkansas Bar Association, a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity International, and the American Bar Association. Ashley has been selected as a Rising Star in Elder Law by Super Lawyers since 2018 and has been named one of the Top Attorneys in Arkansas in the area of Elder Law by Arkansas Life Magazine on multiple occasions.
Location: Conway, Arkansas
Phone: 501-428-9139
Fax: 877-415-3706
https://rsalawgroup.com/email
Vanessa Lindley:Vanessa A. Lindley, the CEO of Lindley Consulting Group LLC is a transformative thought leader, trainer, coach, and author. She has 25-plus years’ in the finance industry and is an alumnus of the Goldman Sachs 10K Small Business program. Her company is a certified Minority Women Business Enterprise (MWBE). Her mission is to transform the lives of individuals, organizations, and communities.
As an author, Vanessa has written publications and curricula such as, “Achieve Financial Victory, 7 Ways to Win With Your Money,” “Realizing the American Dream,” “Life Balance for the Women on the Rise, “Financial Coaching: Helping Clients Reach Their Goals” and “Delivering Effective Financial Education for Today’s Consumer.” She is also the financial contributor for Women of More Magazine and a blogger on Medium.
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With the start of 2021, many of us are determined to get our financial houses in order and Amerikan Therapy is here to help. One of the #1 goals for the new year is to purchase a new home for ourselves and our families. If you have purchased a home while black then you know that it can be a stressful and intrusive process. Many of us are on our way but need to know the mortgage rules that are often stacked against us. So the Amerikan Therapy team is here to help us navigate through this now much more rigorous process.
The team sits down with industry veteran, Assistant Vice President Branch Manager, Chris Hines of Ameris Bank. Chris is here to be a guide for our community well beyond the home purchase process. This episode illustrates how important it is to work with a culturally competent financial professional who has the patients to walk you through what might be a year-long process. Chris encourages us to take the time to properly prepare our finances to succeed in the long term.
Chris Hines Bio:
Chris Hines is an expert in the mortgage and financing field with over 26 years of hands-on business experience. He has strong organizational and managerial skills demonstrated as a loan officer and branch manager for more than 20 years. He is committed to providing outstanding customer service and considers the individual needs of his clients. Chris specializes in Public Relations and Consumer Education through sponsoring and conducting periodic “First-Time Homebuyer” and “How to Refinance” seminars free to the community. Chris’s level of commitment, dedication, and passion for excellence is demonstrated through his volunteerism with the youth. Chris is a mentor and has been a Head Coach and Commissioner for youth football for over 20 years. He is experienced, committed to excellence, passionate about his professional work and personal interest.
Christopher Hines
Ameris Bank |AVP/ Branch Manager
4415 Nicole Drive Ste A | Lanham, MD 20706
301-683-0269 (Office) 202-438-1793 (Cell)
443-920-9049 (E-FAX)
christopher.hines@amerisbank.com
Secured Website: chinesloans.com
NMLS#: 75601
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If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 OR text GO to 741741 to reach a trained Crisis Counselor through Crisis Text Line, a global not-for-profit organization. Free, 24/7, confidential.
Amerikan Therapy sits down with Tari Cox, the author of "The Wilderness: Saved and Suicidal", to talk about her harrowing journey through multiple suicide attempts and her road to wellness. Tari's story offers a necessary picture of how someone who is successful by all external accounts and seemingly well adjusted could be quietly in the midst of a mental health crisis. Tari was in a rigorous graduate program studying clinical psychology when she first started realizing that something was seriously wrong. This episode offers a powerful insight into how "normal" people can be living and succeeding in life on the outside, while deeply struggling on the inside. The Amerikan Therapy team wants all of our listeners to know that there is help out there. If you are struggling, know that you do not have to suffer in silence and that you are not alone. Please stay steadfast on your journey to wellness, because you are necessary.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Leading Causes of Death Reports, in 2018:
- Suicide was the tenth leading cause of death overall in the United States, claiming the lives of over 48,000 people.
- Suicide was the second leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 10 and 34, and the fourth leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 35 and 54.
- There were more than two and a half times as many suicides (48,344) in the United States as there were homicides (18,830).
Tari Cox Bio: Tari Cox is a devoted woman of God and seeks to be a vessel of encouragement in diverse atmospheres by vulnerably sharing her story, candid conversation about battling mental illness as a believer, and her academic training in the realm of psychology. She received her Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology from Winston Salem State University and her Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Western Carolina University. She is passionate about advocating for mental health awareness in minority communities and in the church. She is also the author of “The Wilderness: Saved & Suicidal,” a book shining a light on the front row seat to her life as she endured and overcame severe depression, self-harm, and multiple suicide attempts by way of therapy, medication, and the power of Jesus.
Buy The Book - "The Wilderness: Saved and Suicidal": https://taricox.com/?post_type=product
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
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The Amerikan Therapy team is always seeking to learn new ways to improve the quality of our mental health, through both traditional and unconventional modalities. We sit down with Dr. Rennes Toussaint-Keshinro (Dr. Rennes) to learn about how Chiropractic Science connects to our overall mental wellbeing. Dr. Rennes is affectionately known as the dancing Chiropractor on social media and her warm demeanor and commitment to improving the wellness of her community shines through in this interview. She shares how many of our muscular aches and pains are often the residue of untreated emotional traumas and mental health challenges.
Chiropractic science is concerned with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of the disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system, and the effects of these disorders on general health.
Dr. Rennes Toussaint-Keshinro is a Doctor of Chiropractic, mental wellness coach, and mental health advocate. Her journey includes her migration to the US at age 13 and struggling to find her identity which eventually led her on a three-year self-discovery journey through South America. In the last 6 years she has practiced in 3 different countries but today what excites her the most is her Dance for Mental Health movement. Dance for Mental Health encourages women who are suffering in silence to find their identity, their voice, and to take back their power. She understands the connection of the physical and mental body and why it should not be looked at separately. Her goal is to inform, educate, and build awareness about mental health, especially in the black community. She is also the owner of Sign of Strength LLC, a mental health awareness shop.
Her advocacy with the National Alliance on Mental Illness - New York (NAMI-NYC) is in support of integrating mental health education in the educational system.
Instagram: @dr.rennes
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This year America woke from its social justice slumber to finally engage the problem of racially motivated police violence. As Black America begins to formalize our demands of the Biden/ Harris administration, policing reform undoubtedly sits at the very top of the list. In an effort to continue the conversation on policing reform the Amerikan Therapy Team sits down with one of the very top black voices in Law Enforcement, Lynda R. Williams President of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE). In this interview, Ms. Williams shares NOBLE's unprecedented break from other law enforcement organizations in their call for policing reform. While there is much work to do to bridge the gap between communities of color and law enforcement, NOBLE's stance represents an opportunity for positive change. Ms. Williams shares a behind-the-scenes look at how she's speaking truth to power on a daily basis as she sits at the table with Trump's Department of Justice and the United States Attorney General.
The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) serves as the conscience of law enforcement by being committed to justice through action. NOBLE has nearly 60 chapters and represents over 3,000 members worldwide that represent chief executive officers and command-level law enforcement officials from federal, state, county, municipal law enforcement agencies, and criminal justice practitioners.
Lynda R. Williams Bio:
Lynda R. Williams is currently the Professor of the Practice at Middle Tennessee State University in the Department of Criminal Justice Administration; with this appointment in 2017, she became the first individual bestowed this title in recognition of the breadth and depth of her knowledge and expertise in the field of criminal justice and executive security. In her role within the Department of Criminal Justice Administration, Ms. Williams’ curriculum subject matter includes foreign/domestic terrorism studies, criminal justice processes, community, and public service engagement, and executive law enforcement leadership speaker symposiums.
Prior to joining the faculty of Middle Tennessee State University, Ms. Williams led an accomplished career as a veteran of the United States Secret Service, from 1988 until she retired, as the Deputy Assistant Director in 2017. As President of NOBLE, Ms. Williams is focused on achieving the organization’s goals through a three-pillar platform on police reform, gun violence, and voter engagement.
NOBLE:https://noblenational.org/
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We are a day late of Veteran's Day on this release but the topic is still pertinent. Often when we see imagery of those that serve this Nation in combat, we don't see faces that look like our guest Mary Tobin. The lack of diverse imagery and understanding surrounding the vast number of black people who serve the nation is beyond problematic and steeped in systemic racism. The American Therapy team sits down with MaryTobin, a decorated combat veteran and graduate of The United States Military Academy( West Point). Mary is a soldier's, soldier and that comes through loud and clear in this episode. Mary opened up to the Amerika Therapy family and shared her very real challenges trying to deal with the mental health challenges she faced while trying to reintegrate into civilian life. Mary's life and continued contributions to society inspire us all to become servant leaders.
Mary Tobin Bio:
Mary Tobin has over 17 years of leadership development, project management, community engagement, and public speaking experience. She is extremely passionate about addressing the social justice issues that negatively affect underserved communities and is committed to working with globally-minded leaders and organizations to develop solutions that will positively impact underserved cities and communities. Mary is very active in the world of advocacy and activism as she focuses on addressing poverty through collective impact and race and gender biases in the military and the society at large as the CEO and Founder of Tobin Leadership Consulting.
Her public relations campaigns in the media have established her as a thought leader concerning diversity and inclusion and she has been featured in major publications such as the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, CNN, CBS, ABC, NPR, the Washington Post, and the Associated Press. She has also lectured at the United States Military Academy, the University of Alabama, University of Georgia, Texas Tech University, Fordham University, and Radio One on issues around fighting poverty, diversity, and leader development. Notably, she was a featured speaker at South by Southwest (SXSW) 2018 speaking about the usage of data and analytics to solve poverty in one of her previous roles as the Director of the Brownsville Partnership, an initiative of the national nonprofit organization, Community Solutions.
Mary is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and the New York Institute of Technology. She is a proud combat veteran, having served 10 years in the United States Army as a communications officer, including two combat tours in Iraq. Her previous roles include Senior Project Manager for the US. Department of Housing and Urban Development, a President’s Management Council fellow in the US Department of Treasury, a Chief Operations Officer for the City of Jacksonville, FL, and most recently the Executive Director, East Region- The Mission Continues. In her spare time, Mary serves as the Vice President of the West Point Women Alumni Organization, Committee member for the West Point Alumni Organization’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee, and Co-Founder of the West Point African-American Alumni Association. She is a proud Godmother and an avid sports fan.
Her personal motto is a quote from the late Muhammad Ali, " Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.”
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This election cycle exposed what most African Americans have been painfully aware of. Just days after the US Presidential Election, the Amerikan Therapy team starts the discussion on the ongoing racial trauma experienced by African Americans during this historic and highly contentious race. While we don't quite know who will be the next President, what we do know is that White Supremacy was the major issue on the ballot (across both major political parties). Amerikan Therapy sits down with Dr. Jessica Jackson a true expert on the impacts of racial trauma. Dr. Jackson shares how we can begin to cope, digest, and gain a greater understanding of the racial divide in this country. Get your notepad and pen out because you will definitely want to take notes.
Dr. Jessica Jackson - Bio:
Dr. Jessica Jackson is a licensed psychologist who divides her time between clinical practice, mental health advocacy, and research focused on racism and mental health equity. Her work has primarily focused on the psychological effects of racism, racial trauma, and stress caused by racism. In her clinical practice, she delivers culturally responsive evidence-based treatments to adult clients with a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and adjustment problems. Dr. Jackson is an Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine. She also has a private practice in Houston, TX, and regularly provides local and national workshops, seminars, and webinars on culturally responsive psychological treatment.
Link: https://www.blackmentalwellness.com/survivingtothriving
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This interview couldn't come at a better time as Black America is currently voting in the most important election in our lifetime. The stakes have never been higher than now and the Amerikan Therapy team had to sit down with one of the Nation's foremost experts on voter suppression, Ms. Latasha Brown, Co-Founder of Black Voters Matter. Ms. Brown is a dynamic and passionate force in National politics and is a frequent voice on such programs as CNN and MSNBC. She is someone that every black voter should know. During this recording, Ms. Brown issued a profound call to action for the Amerikan Therapy Team to take up the mantle to Radically Reimagine Life In Black America.
Latasha Brown Bio:
LaTosha Brown is an award-winning organizer, philanthropic consultant, political strategist, and jazz singer with over twenty years of experience working in the non-profit and philanthropy sectors on a wide variety of issues related to political empowerment, social justice, economic development, leadership development, wealth creation, and civil rights.
She is the co-founder of Black Voters Matter Fund, a power building southern-based civic engagement organization that played an instrumental role in the 2017 Alabama U.S. Senate race. Ms. Brown is the principal owner of TruthSpeaks Consulting, Inc., a philanthropy advisory consulting firm in Atlanta, GA. For more than 25 years, she has served as a consultant and advisor for individual donors, government, public foundations, and private donors.
Throughout her career, Ms. Brown has distinguished herself as a trusted expert and resource in political strategy, rural development, and special programming for a number of national and regional philanthropies. She is the founding project director of Grantmakers for Southern Progress.
Black Voters Matter: https://blackvotersmatterfund.org/
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The Amerikan Therapy team sits down with Yusef Wateef a globe-trotting EXPAT who has made it his business (literally) to help other African Americans live and work abroad as a way of escaping some of the mental and emotional impacts of systemic racial oppression. Yusef shares his sometimes controversial views on why leaving the US needs to be an option for more African American's as racial tensions in the country continue to boil in anticipation of the 2020 Presidential Election. Yusef is a bonified expert on living and working abroad as he has done so for well over a decade, having lived in 15 countries, across 5 continents. Yusef specializes in helping his clients increase their earnings while traveling the world. This episode is "muy picante"!
Yusef Wateef: https://www.youtube.com/c/YusefWateef
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The Amerikan Therapy team sits down with Virginia State University President, Dr. Makola M. Abdullah, to talk about all things HBCUs, mental health, history, COVID-19, and racial justice. This intimate conversation reinforces the necessity and profound importance of the HBCU experience. The team goes beyond the standard surface HBCU talk, to get to the core of why every young black student needs to at minimum apply to at least one HBCU as part of their college admissions process.
Dr. Makola M. Abdullah:
On February 1, 2016, Makola M. Abdullah, Ph.D. became the 14th President of Virginia State University (VSU). In his remarks during his introduction to the Trojan family, President Abdullah outlined his four core beliefs: I believe in God. I believe in family. I believe in the transformative nature of education. I believe in Virginia State University.
President Abdullah also emphasized several focus areas to sustain VSU as an 1890 Land-Grant University. The areas of focus include providing a transformative experience for students, strategically investing in academic programs, partnering with others as a university to tell the VSU story, embracing the University’s Land Grant Mission and embracing VSU’s role as Virginia’s Opportunity University.
Under President Abdullah’s leadership, the University has experienced some significant achievements.
- Recognized as one of the nation’s top 20 “Best Colleges for African Americans” by ESSENCE magazine.
- Established partnerships with local public school systems wherein VSU students tutor students in mathematics and reading,
- Opened the Academic Center of Excellence as a one-stop hub for first-year students to receive career and academic advising and tutorial services.
- In July 2017, the Commonwealth of Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe presented the inaugural Outstanding State Stewardship Award to VSU for the preservation of Summerseat, an historic house built around 1860 near VSU.
- Established the University’s Advisory Board for Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer/Questioning Intersex Ally+ (LGBTQIA+) Inclusion to investigate ways for the institution to be a more affirming learning environment for all students, faculty and staff within the LGBTQIA+ community.
- In June of 2018, the University was named the HBCU of the Year and awarded Best Board of Trustees of the Year and Female Student of the Year by HBCU Digest, an online blog. Additionally, in 2017, President Abdullah was named the HBCU Male President of the Year.
- Ranked as the No. 19 historically black college or university (HBCUs) on the 2019 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges rankings. This is up 12 spots from the 2018 rankings where the University was ranked No. 31. Also, the University was ranked as the No. 8 public HBCU.
President Abdullah is an academic administrator committed to excellence. He is also an internationally-renowned educator recognized for outstanding research. Prior to his appointment as president of Virginia State University, Dr. Abdullah served as provost and senior vice president at Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach, Fla. (2013-2016), provost and vice president for academic affairs at Florida Memorial University in Miami Gardens, Fla. (2011-2013), and dean and director of 1890 land grant programs at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University in Tallahassee, Fla (2008-2011).
Dr. Abdullah is a Chicago native. He earned his undergraduate degree from Howard University in civil engineering and his doctorate and master’s degrees in civil engineering from Northwestern University. He is the youngest African American to receive a Ph.D. in engineering. He and his wife, Ahkinyala Cobb-Abdullah, Ph.D., are the proud parents of a son, Mikaili, and
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The Amerikan Therapy team sits down with two noted activists in the DC community to discuss how we break the cycle of violence within the black community. This is a rich conversation that provides real insights into how we begin to heal from both systematic and generation trauma. Our team left this conversation with a greater understanding of how to individually and collectively heal as a community.
**Meet The Guest:
Ronald Motten:**Ronald Motten is a successful author of “Drinking Muddy Water”, Urban Violence Prevention Specialist, a professional community organizer, and an advocate for the citizens of Washington, DC, and beyond. The purpose of his nonviolent advocacy is to advance the quality of life for his fellow citizens especially those who need the most love so that they can rise above their challenges and pursue happiness as productive citizens. Mr. Motten has helped several administrations create initiatives to reduce violence and homicides in the District of Columbia conducting 40 truces with rival gangs, sending 160 at-risk youth to college, and helping over 360 once unemployable people obtain employment. Mr. Motten is a fifth-generation Washingtonian and father of three boys and two girls. Ronald has deep roots in the community, which have proven to be the keys to his success as a professional community advocate.
Jimmie Jenkins:
JIMMIE JENKINS IS A MAN OF GOD WITH A INTENSE PASSION FOR IMPACTING AND UPLIFTING INDIVIDUALS OF URBAN COMMUNITIES WHILE HELPING THEM REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AND ABILITY.
AT A VERY YOUNG AGE JIMMIE ENJOYED PLAYING ALL SPORTS HOWEVER, MANY LABELED HIM AT RISK! HE LATER GRADUATED FROM HYDE LEADERSHIP PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL IN 2008. DURING HIS TENURE AT HYDE PCS HE RECEIVED THE MR HYDE GOLDEN BOOT AWARD AND THE BLUE CHARTER SCHOOL AWARD WHICH RECOGNIZES STUDENTS WHO OVERCAME PREVIOUS ISSUES WITH FOLLOWING THE SCHOOLS MISSION AND GOALS TO CHALLENGE STUDENTS ACADEMICALLY AND PERSONALLY. UPON GRADUATION JIMMIE WAS ONE OF THE TOP ATHLETES IN THE WASHINGTON DC METROPOLITAN AREA. HOWEVER, DUE TO THE BIRTH OF HIS SON JAHREI, FURTHERING HIS EDUCATION HAD TO BE PUT ON HOLD IN ORDER TO PROVIDE FOR HIS SON.
JIMMIE WAS LATER HIRED AS HYDE'S FACILITIES MANAGER AND HEAD COACH OF THE GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM. THIS ALLOWED HIM TO REGAIN HIS LOVE FOR THE GAME OF BASKETBALL, BUILD HIS RESUME, AND PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS. IN 2010 HE WAS OFFERED AN ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP FROM CHESAPEAKE COLLEGE WHERE HE LATER OBTAINED AN ASSOCIATES DEGREE IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT. HE WAS THEN ACCEPTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE TO PLAY DIVISION 1 BASKETBALL. UNFORTUNATELY, HIS TENURE WAS CUT SHORT DUE TO A DEVASTATING KNEE INJURY AND LACK OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT.
HE DIDN'T STOP THERE. IN 2013 JIMMIE BEGAN A SUMMER SPORTS CAMP, MENTORING PROGRAM AND A PAINT COMPANY. JIMMIE SERVES AS THE CEO OF MANPOWER DC THAT WAS ALSO FOUNDED IN 2013 WHICH EXISTS TO EMPOWER NEXT GENERATION LEADERS AND THEIR FAMILIES IN WASHINGTON DC, FOCUSING IN ON DISADVANTAGED NEIGHBORHOODS. WE ENVISION BRIDGING THE GAP THAT LEADS TO VITAL RESOURCES NURTURING PRODUCTIVE LEADERS FOR FUTURE SOCIETY. MANPOWER DC IS STRUCTURED WITH A MAIN COMPONENT OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SUPPORTED BY OUR FAMILY OF COMPANIES THAT DEMONSTRATE EIGHT ADOPTED VALUES, “BROTHER’S KEEPER”, LEADERSHIP, TRUST, FAITH, COURAGE, CURIOSITY, HOPE AND INTELLIGENCE.
THIS MAN OF GOD STANDS ON THE SHOULDERS OF MANY MEN WHO WERE MENTORS THAT POURED INTO HIM AS A CHILD TRYING TO FOLLOW HIS DESTINY. HAVING MENTORS WHO HAVE PAVED THE WAY, JIMMIE IS CONSTANTLY MOTIVATED TO WORK WITH TROUBLED YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO ARE LABELED "AT RISK."
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The Amerikan Therapy team sits down with Tiq Milan to expand our conversation on Gender and Sexuality within the black community. We continue to work to focus on affirming others, rather than fearing offense. This is a rich conversation that is rooted in understanding and love.
TIQ MILAN
Public Speaker and Thought Leader.
Tiq shares his story of being transgender and how that informs his views on masculinity, race, and gender. He travels throughout North America leading discussions on healthy modes of masculinity, inclusive leadership, and creating cultures of consent. He has lectured at several universities including Harvard, Stanford, and Brown on the importance of inclusion as a tool of innovation and outlines concrete strategies for productive engagement.
Inclusive Media Consultant and Host.
He is a sought-after host and strategic media consultant. He’s moderated conversations about LGBT representation in media for HBO’s Newfest Film Festival, The Toronto Film Festival, LOGO, and MTV. He’s hosted authors in conversation at The Schomburg Center for Research, NYU, and Princeton. This spring he will be hosting an evening at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City.
As a media consultant, he guides organizations and companies in creating detailed media campaigns that engage diverse audiences in ways that are inclusive and authentic. He’s worked with HBO, NBC News, and various film and television producers on the rollout of several projects including the documentaries HBO’s Suited and Netflix’s The Death and Life of Marsha P Johnson. Tiq also served as the Senior Media Strategist and National Spokesperson for GLAAD using data-driven strategies to engage various media inappropriate and honest LGBTQ representation and creative direction.
Cultural Influencer and Writer.
Tiq writes about pop culture, inclusive leadership, transgender rights, and equity. A journalist for over a decade his work has appeared on MIC, Buzzfeed, NBC, and CNN among others. His 2016 TED Talk A Queer Vision of Love and Marriage alongside his wife, Kim Katrin Milan has been viewed over 3 million times and continues to inform and inspire people all over the world.
http://www.tiqmilan.com/
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The Amerikan Therapy team sits down with the brilliant Tieko Nejon to learn what emotional intelligence is and how to leverage it. This is a rich and insightful conversation that will leave you wanting to learn more.
Tieko Nejon Wilson is an educator and corporate trainer having obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, a minor in Business, and a Master’s in Education. She has also completed certification as an Emotional Intelligence Practitioner. Focused on the advancement of human behavior and the dynamics within social constructs, Tieko partners with corporate teams, executive leaders, and management to create excellence by embracing and harvesting a people-centric culture. Tieko has had the opportunity to travel and leave an impact on both coasts, training with big-box companies, consulting with more than 200 start-ups and entrepreneurs, participating as a guest professor at universities, and speaking to audiences as large as 1200 attendees. Tieko subscribes to the scientific-backed research of Emotional Intelligence; a set of skills by which people, teams, and leaders are able to thrive both personally and professionally, incorporating EI as a master tool for promoting emotional and social intelligence, social growth, and social change.
Tieko started her first company at the age of 22, Child Link, a tutorial-based service for inner-city youth. As well, she was a grade school teacher for a total of 10 years having taught 3rd grade, 5th grade, and Algebra prior to fully committing to entrepreneurship in 2006. An infinite love for self-help and personal growth, Tieko founded FELT Social Club, an immersive book club and community; a safe space for members, everyday women, and men, to relish in their own humanity embracing FELT's mega mindful mission: Self-Help but TOGETHER. Tieko, a native and resident of Southern California, considers her role as a wife and a mother of two children her most excellent achievements.
https://www.tiekonejon.com/welcome
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If you are having thoughts of harming yourself and/or ending your life, please immediately seek professional help by calling the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or Text GO to 741741 to reach a trained Crisis Counselor through Crisis Text Line, a global not-for-profit organization. Free, 24/7, confidential.
This year has been extremely difficult for all of us. Let's face it, even those of us that are actively in therapy and seeking treatment for our mental health challenges, are struggling. The combination of social isolation and racial trauma has all of us overwhelmed. In this time of difficulty, it is important that Amerikan Therapy talk about suicide prevention. Many of us are struggling in ways that may even have us contemplating the end of our own lives. Regardless if you are having persistent thoughts of taking your own life, or you find these thoughts just creeping into your consciousness and then going away, please seek professional help immediately. Suicide is a hard topic to discuss for any of us, but it's especially taboo in the black community. Whether we know it or not, it is highly likely that someone close to us has had suicidal ideations and/or made an attempt on their life. While we don't talk about suicide, it is still very present within the black community.
Warning signs aren't always obvious, and they may vary from person to person. Some people make their intentions clear, while others keep suicidal thoughts and feelings secret. Suicide warning signs or suicidal thoughts include:
- Talking about suicide — for example, making statements such as "I'm going to kill myself," "I wish I were dead" or "I wish I hadn't been born"
- Getting the means to take your own life, such as buying a gun or stockpiling pills
- Withdrawing from social contact and wanting to be left alone
- Having mood swings, such as being emotionally high one day and deeply discouraged the next
- Being preoccupied with death, dying or violence
- Feeling trapped or hopeless about a situation
- Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs
- Changing the normal routine, including eating or sleeping patterns
- Doing risky or self-destructive things, such as using drugs or driving recklessly
- Giving away belongings or getting affairs in order when there's no other logical explanation for doing this
- Saying goodbye to people as if they won't be seen again
- Developing personality changes or being severely anxious or agitated, particularly when experiencing some of the warning signs listed above
Donny Hathaway Legacy Project:The Donny Hathaway Legacy Project is committed to shining a light on mental health and providing effective resources to aid in educating, acknowledging, and healing millions of us who suffer through the trials that we all face in life. Established by Donnita Hathaway, the youngest daughter of Mr. Hathaway, the Foundation was created to honor his rich musical legacy along with Mental Health & Wellness Awareness, Education, and Prevention. To find out more visit @donnyhathawaylp
Suicide attempts by black teens are increasing, study says (CNN): https://www.cnn.com/2019/10/14/health/black-teen-suicide-attempts-study/index.html
Pandemic, racism compound worries about Black suicide rate (AP):https://apnews.com/2a0c942b15bbd8843e1f5602b28d88f9
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With the recent $600 million legal settlement and creation of a victim's compensation fund in the Flint water crisis, Amerikan Therapy decided we needed to better understand what environmental justice is and why black people need to be in this fight. We sit down with Catherine Flowers, the founder of the Center for Rural Enterprise and Environmental Justice (CREEJ) organization and one of the nations leading back environmental justice warriors. Ms. Flowers educates Amerikan Therapy on how the African American community is routinely and intentionally exposed to environmental toxins and unsafe living conditions whether we live in an urban city or in the rural south. This conversation exposes how our environment directly impacts our mental and emotional wellness. There is no escaping the impacts of environmental injustice when it comes to being black in America. This is a powerful conversation that will change undoubtedly change you.
Catherine Coleman Flowers: Catherine Coleman Flowers is the founder of the Center for Rural Enterprise and Environmental Justice (CREEJ) which seeks the implementation of best practices to address the reduction of health and economic disparities, improve access to clean air, water, and soil in marginalized rural communities by influencing policy, inspiring innovation, catalyzing relevant research and amplifying the voices of community leaders. This is done within the context of climate change and through the lens of environmental justice.
A member of the Board of Directors for the Climate Reality Project, she is employed as the Rural Development Manager for the Equal Justice Initiative and serves as a Senior Fellow for the Center for Earth Ethics at Union Theological Seminary. Her goal is to find solutions to raw sewage that exist in rural communities throughout the United States. Catherine is also an internationally recognized advocate for the human right to water and sanitation and works to make the UN Sustainable Development Agenda accountable to frontline communities. Her journey is chronicled in her book entitled Waste: One Woman’s Fight Against America’s Dirty Secret, which will be published by the New Press this fall.
Catherine's Testimony and Content: https://centerforearthethics.org/catherine-flowers/
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Let's be honest, some of us are sitting at home during this pandemic looking at our significant other thinking, "I can't do this anymore". When there's nowhere to run, we might be faced with having to actually address our relationship issues with our partner and the Amerikan Therapy Podcast is here to help. We sit down with Dr. Laura Louis a renowned psychologist who specializes in helping couples overcome infidelity. This show pulls no punches when getting down to how to resolve or amicably dissolve our challenging relationships.
Dr. Laura Louis has over 10 years as an experienced licensed psychologist, speaker, and consultant. She’s the owner/CEO of Gifted Counseling, LLC; a well-knowing practice located in Atlanta, Georgia. Her approaches have influenced people, organizations, businesses, and companies all over the world. Dr. Louis is one of the most sought after public speakers, consultants, and psychologist alive today. She has spoken, conducted 100s of seminars, training, consulting for businesses, organizations, colleges/universities, hospitals, rehab centers, correctional facilities, and other institutions all over the United States, Brazil, Mexico, London, Haiti, Cambodia, just to name a few. She obtained her B.S. in Psychology from Florida State University; M.S. in Counseling at Fordham University and Ph.D. at Howard University in Washington D.C. She’s American Psychology Association (APA) accredited.
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Amerikan Therapy team sits down with two amazing black dentists to talk about all things teeth. Surprisingly there is a very real connection between our oral and mental health, that reaches beyond just our smile confidence. The Dentist way in on how we can tackle our dental anxieties to ensure that we get the dental care we need. This show will have you making that dental appointment you've been thinking about for months.
Dr. Kristen Millender is a general dentist and collaborative entrepreneur in the cannabis industry. She earned her BA in Chemistry from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va; her Masters in Biomedical Sciences from Barry University in Miami, Fl; and her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland, in Baltimore. Her passion is multifold as she works to treat patients holistically and with a focus on integrative and preventative treatment. Dr. Millender’s goal is to incorporate cannabis therapy into the dental profession and provide alternative and natural ways to help people, especially African Americans, with cognitive conditions such as anxiety and depression, have positive experiences in and beyond the dental chair. Dr. Millender enjoys connecting with people and believes that the solution to self-fulfillment is through compassion and using our divine gifts to improve the lives of others. She collaborates with numerous entrepreneurs that have impact organizations focused on building generational wealth and improving health in native black communities.
Green Dentistry, LLC- Co-founder and Senior Clinician
The Cannabinoid Specialists of Maryland, LLC- Partner and Co-founder
Beyond Extracts, LLC- CEO
CIFE- partner
Dr. Dawn Clarke has a professional portfolio that includes general dentistry and treating patients who suffer from debilitating mental illnesses. She earned her BS in Biology from Towson University, and her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland, in Baltimore. Dr. Clarke completed her advanced education at St. Elizabeths Hospital, the only general practice residency program based at an in-patient psychiatric hospital. While at St. Elizabeths Hospital, she became the principal investigator for a case study evaluating dental anxiety on the individuals in care. Dr. Clarke is also a naturally creative and leads brand development and strategy for many joint ventures, in addition to managing several emerging dental practices in DC and MD. In her spare time, Dr. Clarke loves dancing, spending time with family, friends, and pet birds.
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Amerikan Therapy sits down with Topeka K. Sam, a vibrant and ardent freedom fighter who works to improve the humane treatment of women currently within the justice system, specifically those under Federal incarceration. Topeka knows first hand what these women go through as a former federal inmate.
While in Federal Prison, Topeka K. Sam witnessed firsthand the epidemic and disparity of incarceration on women, more specifically women of color. She felt the urgency to bring the faces and voices of women in prison to the public in order to bring awareness to women’s incarceration and post-incarceration issues in order to change the criminal legal system.
After her release in 2015 and in response to what she saw and learned in prison, Topeka created The Ladies of Hope Ministries (The LOHM) an organization whose mission is to help disenfranchised and marginalized women transition back into society through education, entrepreneurship, spiritual empowerment, and advocacy. With Vanee Sykes, Topeka developed the vision for Hope House NYC while they were incarcerated. Hope House NYC is a safe housing space for formerly incarcerated women located in the Castle Hill neighborhood of the Bronx.
Topeka K. Sam is a ‘2017 Soros Justice Fellowship‘ recipient. Her fellowship, The Probation and Parole Accountability Project focuses on the broken and arbitrary probation and parole systems. Her op-ed, It’s Time to Overhaul America’s Broken Probation and Parole Systems, was published widely. Sam is a ‘2015 Beyond the Bars Fellow‘ and a ‘2016 Justice in Education Scholar‘ both at Columbia University.
In early December, in partnership with Grammy-winner and activist John Legend’s FREE AMERICA, Bank of America, and New Profit, Topeka was named as one of eight people to the first cohort of Unlocked Futures, an accelerator for social innovators who have been impacted directly by the criminal justice system.
Additionally, Topeka is consulting with Senators Cory Booker and Elizabeth Warren on the Dignity for Incarcerated Women Act, and she has been a TEDxMidAtlantic presenter. In December 2017, Topeka was one of three women who met with Nancy Pelosi, Barbara Lee, Shelia Jackson Lee and 17 other members of the Democratic Women’s Working Group where she spoke with them about the realities faced every day by incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women.
Sunday, December 31st, 2017, on page 1 of the Metropolitan Section of the New York Times, featured a story about Topeka K. Sam’s vision to creating and now struggle to a safe house for formerly incarcerated women A House for Women Leaving Prison Sits Empty.
Beginning on January 7th, 2018 and on every Sunday at 9 AM est., Topeka K. Sam hosts the weekly show,
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Amerikan Therapy sits down with Dr. Ivory A. Toldson, the author of "No BS (Bad Stats): Black People Need People Who Believe in Black People Enough Not to Believe Every Bad Thing They Hear about Black People". This episode is an eye-opener on how we often view the black community based on BS, rather than factual and contextualized information. The use of BS helps to perpetuate racist and bigoted views of black inferiority.
What if everything you thought you knew about Black people generally, and educating Black children specifically, was based on BS (bad stats)? We often hear things like, “Black boys are a dying breed,” “There are more Black men in prison than college,” “Black children fail because single mothers raise them,” and “Black students don’t read.” In No BS, Ivory A. Toldson uses data analysis, anecdotes, and powerful commentary to dispel common myths and challenge conventional beliefs about educating Black children. With provocative, engaging, and at times humorous prose, Toldson teaches educators, parents, advocates, and students how to avoid BS, raise expectations, and create an educational agenda for Black children that is based on good data, thoughtful analysis, and compassion. No BS helps people understand why Black people need people who believe in Black people enough not to believe every bad thing they hear about Black people.
Dr. Ivory A. Toldson, Ph.D., is a professor of Counseling Psychology at Howard University, the president of Quality Education for Minorities, the editor-in-chief of the Journal of Negro Education, and executive editor of the Journal of Policy Analysis and Research, published by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc.
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Amerikan Therapy has the honor of sitting down with U.S. Congresswoman Yvette Clarke, who currently serves as the representative for New York's 9th congressional district since 2013. Congresswoman Clarke shares her history of community advocacy and organizing dating all the way back to her childhood. This interview and the jewels dropped couldn't come at a better time. As we face the next leg in the race for equality, courage seems to be the key element required to ensure we demand and receive what is long overdue.
Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke: https://clarke.house.gov/about/biography/
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So let's talk about this Coronavirus Pandemic. While many of us are anxiously anticipating the end of this disruption in our normal lives, it seems the "Rona" ain't done with us just yet. Amerikan Therapy sits down with two of the country's foremost experts in the space, who just happen to be highly melanated, in order to weigh in on what's the next step in this pandemic. Given the recent spikes in the virus spread coupled with many cities grappling with the need to close back down and/ or open back up schools in August, there is so much to discuss. This is a rich discussion on how black folks can keep themselves and their families safe and sane during these difficult times.
Georges C. Benjamin, MD - Executive Director, American Public Health Association: Georges Benjamin is known as one of the nation’s most influential physician leaders because he speaks passionately and eloquently about the health issues having the most impact on our nation today. From his firsthand experience as a physician, he knows what happens when preventive care is not available and when the healthy choice is not the easy choice. As executive director of APHA since 2002, he is leading the Association’s push to make America the healthiest nation in one generation.
Expanded Bio: https://apha.org/about-apha/executive-board-and-staff/apha-staff/georges-c-benjamin-md
E. Oscar Alleyne, DrPH, MPH - Chief of Programs and Services, National Association of County and City Health Officials: Dr. E Oscar Alleyne is the Chief of Programs and Services for the National Association of County and City Health Officials, where he oversees its portfolio of programs, as well as its membership and meetings services. He directs the implementation of programs, promotion and diversification of funding and assists in raising NACCHO’s profile through external engagement and partnership development for the advancement of NACCHO’s mission and the success of the country’s almost-3,000 local health departments. He leads NACCHO’s national response efforts on emergent health threats such as COVID19, Zika, and natural disasters such as hurricanes. He is also responsible for personnel management and professional development; strategic planning; budget management; supervision of program leadership and services staff; and maintenance of subject matter knowledge of comprehensive policy issues that have an impact on local health departments and NACCHO.
Dr. Alleyne began his career in governmental public health, designing software used as an expert system in guiding responses to adverse water quality events for the New York State Health Department. He joined Rockland County Health Department in New York at the beginning of the West Nile Virus outbreak, where he developed a model comprehensive educational and surveillance program.
In his 15 years at Rockland County, Alleyne served as Director of Epidemiology and Public Health Planning responding to and mitigating several major emerging health issues including West Nile, Anthrax, Smallpox, Monkey Pox, H1N1, Botulism, MERS CoV, and Ebola. He also has experience as a Planning Section Chief for the Disaster Medical Assistance Team (NY4) under the federal National Disaster Medical System.
He has an experienced and demonstrated history of working in the local and national public health sector. Skilled in Epidemiology, Health Communication, Population Health Planning and Assessment, Government, Emergency Preparedness, Informatics, Biosurveillance, and Environmental Health. In addition, Dr. Alleyne is the Past President of the Board of Directors of the New York State Public Health Association, the Past President of the Alpha Gamma Chapter
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Amerikan Therapy sits down with three black male police officers from around the country to understand what their experiences are like in this new social climate. We ask the tough questions regarding seemingly unending cases of unarmed black people being murdered by the police and those acting in a policing capacity. We don't hold back and neither do these black police officers. This episode will have you on the edge of your seat and ready to jump on the Amerikan Therapy virtual couch to weigh in. Get ready to hear both sides of a very tough debate on policing in America.
Keenon M. James serves as Deputy Director for the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) where he oversees the organization’s mission to enact and impart fairness in policing and the criminal justice system. Mr. James combines over 15 years of experience and expertise in criminal justice research, public safety policy, and community engagement to address the pressing issues related to community-police relations, civil rights, and the integrity of policing. Prior to joining the leadership team at NOBLE, Mr. James led the team at the US Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services Collaborative Reform Initiative which engaged communities and police departments following high profile officer use-of-force incidents including Ferguson, Missouri (Michael Brown), St. Anthony, Minnesota (Philando Castile), North Charleston, South Carolina (Walter Scott), and San Francisco, California (Mario Woods). A graduate of North Carolina Central University, in addition to numerous service awards from local and federal law enforcement agencies, Keenon James has received honors from his alma mater for Excellence in Law Enforcement and the university’s 40 Under 40 alumni award.
Taj Beaufort was born in 1986 in Newark, New Jersey. He completed college with a degree in Public Administration from Virginia State University. Post-college, Taj became a Deputy Sheriff with the Loudoun County Sheriffs Office in the Corrections Division. After serving Loudoun County for three years, Taj transferred to Fairfax County Police Department where he spent seven years doing patrol work and numerous plainclothes assignments. Taj is currently serving as a Detective in the Personnel Division which handles recruiting, background investigations, physical abilities, testing, and more.
Bo Braxton is a husband and a father of two going into his 10th year as a Law Enforcement Officer. Bo has been featured on ABC’s Channel 7 News with Nancy Chen, highlighting Public Safety Personnel who make positive impacts on their community outside of their normal work duties. Bo was recognized for his work as a mentor to at-risk youth in Southeast DC. Most recently, Bo has been working closely with community outreach officers throughout Fairfax county in order to create greater community engagement. Bo's goal is to continue to assist with bridging the gap between police officers and the communities they serve. His passion is motivating young like-minded individuals to consider a career in law enforcement in order to continue to drive positive change.
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June is Pride Month and while we can't celebrate like want to due to the pandemic, we can continue having amazing and thought-provoking discussions. The Amerikan Therapy team sits down with two powerhouses in the black LGBTQ+ advocacy space to talk about how the revolution and resistance this time around must openly embrace our queer family. We learn how Black LGBTQ+ advocates have always stood up for the liberation of black peoples everywhere, even when their own community may not have embraced them. The intercommunity discrimination against LGBTQ+ members of the black community is a nuance tail illustrating how systems of oppression function at all levels. This show illustrates the Amerikan Therapy team's dedication to continuing to grow our own understanding and definition of what black liberation looks like in all its forms.
Xaria James - LGBTQ+ Advocate:Xaria James is a Hospitality Graduate of Johnson and Wales University and in 2020 became Certified in Executive Hospitality Management. She is a Transgender Professional and avid activistic. Her goals and ideals are to lead & inspire each and everyone around her in all positive facets of professional life and all-around well being. Xaria is a 2013 Cheer & Dance World Champion Recipient, a fitness enthusiast, and an all-around badass.
- National LGBTQ Task Force (Winter Party) Volunteer Relations Coordinator ' 2019 & 2020
- Pridelines, Colors Under The Rainbow Fundraiser’ 2020
- Key Note Speaker for FIU Transgender Day Of Remembrance ' Nov 2019
- Committee member of Miami Beach Pride' Dec'2019
David Johns - Executive Director of National Black Justice Coalition:
David J. Johns is known for his passion, public policy acumen, and fierce advocacy for youth. He is an enthusiast about equity—leveraging his time, talent, and treasures to address the needs of individuals and communities often neglected and ignored. A recognized thought leader and social justice champion, David’s career has focused on improving life outcomes and opportunities for Black people.
On September 1, 2017, David Johns began his next life chapter as the executive director of the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC)—a civil rights organization dedicated to the empowerment of Black lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) people, including people living with HIV/AIDS. NBJC’s mission is to end racism, homophobia, and LGBTQ bias and stigma.
In 2013, Johns was appointed as the first executive director of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans (Initiative) by President Barack H. Obama and served until the last day of the Obama Administration in January 2017. The Initiative worked across federal agencies and with partners and communities nationwide to produce a more effective continuum of education and workforce development programs for African American students of all ages. Under his leadership, the Initiative studied the experiences of students—leveraged a partnership with Johnson Publishing Company (EBONY Magazine) to produce a series of African American Educational Summits (AfAmEdSummits) at college campuses throughout the country, where the only experts who sat in front of the White House seal were students as young as elementary school. The recommendations that students made at AfAmEdSummits have been used to improve policies, programs, and practices, including curriculum, designed to ensure that students thrive—both in school and in life.
Prior to his White House appointment, Johns was a senior education policy advisor to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) under the leadership of U.S. Senator Tom Harkin (D-Iowa). Before working for the Senate HELP Committee, Johns served under the leadership of the
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The Georgetown Pivot Program is a new, non-credit-bearing certificate in business and entrepreneurship created specifically for formerly incarcerated individuals. Designed in partnership with the DC Department of Employment Services and delivered by Georgetown faculty, the Pivot Program is a one-year transition and re-entry program centered on a blend of academic work and supported employment.
Pivot Program fellowships are full-time commitments. Approximately half of their time is spent in class and training at Georgetown’s downtown campus and the Georgetown Venture Lab at WeWork White House, and half in internships. At the end of the academic year, fellows choose between one of two transition phase tracks: incubation or employment. Those opting to create their own business are provided with a workspace, business coaching, legal support, and access to resources; those seeking permanent employment are placed in off-campus internships with local employers. For the duration of the program, Pivot Program Fellows receive a weekly internship stipend from the D.C. Department of Employment Services (DOES), providing a strong incentive to complete the program.
The principal goal is employment readiness – and the program is designed to prepare participants for a range of post-program outcomes: sustainable employment, owning and operating their own businesses, and/or continuing their education. The curriculum provides both training in the fundamentals of business and entrepreneurship, as well as general knowledge and liberal arts courses (literature, economics, philosophy, and civic engagement). The program also includes modules on professional and life skills, such as personal finance, career planning, business communications and business etiquette, public speaking, self-advocacy, and conflict resolution.
The emphasis on entrepreneurship is intentional – while fellows are not required to start a business, they are taught how to adopt and apply an entrepreneurial mindset and to feel a greater sense of empowerment. We believe this increased confidence will result in a more positive career trajectory and an enhanced ability to respond to social and regulatory barriers.
Link: https://pivot.georgetown.edu/
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The Amerikan Therapy team sits down with TaRessa Stovall, author of Swirl Girl a coming of age story of finding identity in America as a mixed-race person amidst rising racial tensions. TaRessa Stovall was born a Jazz Baby in Seattle, Washington. An author since the age of seven, she has written several poems, books, and plays on various topics, including racial identity. TaRessa is also an award-winning journalist and blogger whose works have been featured in USA Weekend, the Courier-Post, The Montclair Times, The Defenders Online, and several other platforms. TaRessa is the proud mother of a son and a daughter, both multi-talented writers, and creatives. She lives in Atlanta and stirs things up on social media.
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The Amerikan Therapy team sits down with Alexis Alton. Alexis has been working with children, adults, and families for more than 15 years to improve behaviors and relationships while educating and providing therapeutic support. Alexis’ journey began at West Chester University where she received a bachelor's degree in social work and then went on to further hone her skills at Howard University, earning a master's degree in social work. Her passion is to reach and help as many people learn to control their lives and focus on their life’s purpose. In 2018, she created an activity workbook, called "How I Can Control My Feelings In 30 Days" to teach young people self-control in a fun and creative way.
How I Can Control My Feelings In 30 Days (Available On Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/Therapeutic-Management-Discipline-Emotional-Intelligence/dp/0578597411
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The Amerikan Therapy team sits down with Gerald A Griggs, Esq. to discuss the most recent killings of unarmed black people in America, most notably Auhmed Aubrey and Breonna Taylor. These cases are two of so many unarmed black people who have been murdered at the hands of whites in the last 8 years since the brutal murder of Trayvon Martin in 2012.
Living while black has never seemed so dangerous for so many. The mere threat of calling the police on a black person in America is a life and death situation in most cases. Given the statistics and the heightened racial tension in the country, the team sits down with a brilliant legal scholar and litigator to understand where do we go from here. How do we take action to prevent these types of cases from happening in the future? What can every black person in America do to protect themselves and their family? What are our constitutional rights and what laws do we need to push our State and Federal legislatures to enact?
This interview is a masterclass on how to use the principles of Martin and Malcolm to demand justice and live free. This is truly a must listen to episode for all.
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The Amerikan Therapy team takes a brave new step and announces a major change in the show. While we will ALWAYS bring a uniquely black perspective, because that's just what we are, we have decided to expand our show to include "ALL" people. We are taking this important step because we see that our reach goes well outside of our own community and there is a need for our voices across the entirety of the mental health landscape. Knowing that we are bringing our brand of "Black Girl Magic" to help inspire healing for all peoples means we are going to go even "harder in the paint". That also means we are expanding the scope of our guests and topics. Now that said, America's persistent problem of racism will always be on our menu and at the forefront of our show. IF we can't speak about it and bring it out of the dark, then we certainly can't heal it.
So this week's episode of Amerikan Therapy brought some new "white" voices to our virtual therapist couch. We connected with two woke white women (they hate that term by the way) to discuss being a white ally for social and racial justice. We talk about Karen and them and even get into what white people can do to begin their own healing. This is the first of many cross-community conversations. We know it wasn't perfect, but we think we are all trying to find our way in this work. We recognize that these are very difficult conversations and appreciate you all as listeners and guests for continuing to ride hard for us.
Amanda Hambrick Ashcraft: A student of Anti-Racism and the works of BIPOC, the founder of Raising Imagination, a platform that encourages social change and civic engagement, and the Executive Minister of Justice and Movement Building at Middle Collegiate Church, an inclusive anti-Racist movement of love and justice in NYC. She's written and spoken about activism and raising three white kids on numerous platforms including CNN, the Wall Street Journal, Refinery29, SheKnows Media, Bust, the Revolutionary Love Conference, the Resistance Prays, and on the podcasts Parenting and Politics, Pray with Your Feet, and Existential. She and her husband Graham live in the East Village of Manhattan with their three children Zane (6) Levi (6) and Skyler (4).
http://raisingimagination.com/
Nicole Devereaux: After reading Ta-Nehisi Coates' "Between the World and Me" in 2017, Nicole realized that she had been complicit in white supremacist systems of oppression. Her Christian faith compelled her to begin an active anti-racism journey, where she strives to listen to, amplify, and financially support the wisdom from black, indigenous, and people of color communities while confronting racism in her own life. She is determined to make mistakes and show up anyway.
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The Amerikan Therapy did a special YouTube "LIVE" with the powerbrokers of the black maternal health movement. This show we brought in Stacey Stewart the CEO of March of Dimes (MOD) as our guest co-host. Stacey brought the fire and information along with our guest panelist. Get your pen and pad, and make yourself comfortable on our couch for some Amerikan Therapy.
Stacey Stewart - CEO of March of Dimes:Stacey D. Stewart, President and CEO, joined March of Dimes as its fifth President on January 1, 2017. In this role, Stewart heads the organization leading the fight for the health of all moms and babies. She is responsible for all aspects of the organization's strategy, vision, and operations. Stewart came to March of Dimes from United Way Worldwide, where she held several positions, most recently serving as U.S. President of United Way, the nation's largest nonprofit organization. There she provided strategic direction for more than 1,000 local United Ways. Stewart was also responsible for United Way's national efforts in education, financial stability, and health as well as guiding efforts to enhance the brand and grow revenue. Stewart spearheaded the transformation of United Way from a pass-through fundraiser to a leading organization for local community impact. Prior to becoming U.S. President, Stewart served as Executive Vice President, Community Impact Leadership and Learning. In this role, Stewart developed global partnerships to advance community impact in more than 40 countries.
A business veteran, Stewart has also held a number of senior roles, including Chief Diversity Officer and Senior Vice President for the Office of Community and Charitable Giving at Fannie Mae, as well as President and Chief Executive Officer for the Fannie Mae Foundation. Additionally, Stewart has an extensive background in finance and investment banking, having served as Vice President for Pryor, McClendon, Counts & Co., and as a senior associate for Merrill Lynch, specializing in financings for state and local governments.
Stewart has a master's of business administration in finance from the University of Michigan and a bachelor of arts in economics from Georgetown University. She also holds honorary degrees from Trinity University, Morgan State University, Texas Southern University, Lincoln University, and Alabama A&M University. She currently serves on several boards nationally and in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
Stewart is married to Jarvis C. Stewart, the Chairman and Managing Partner of I + R Media, LLC, a strategic communications firm based in Washington, D.C. The Stewarts have two children, Madeleine and Savannah.
Angela Doyinsola Aina - Interim CEO of Black Mamas Matter Alliance:
Angela Doyinsola Aina, MPH is the Interim Director of the Black Mamas Matter Alliance, where she works to convene Black Maternal Health professionals and community-based organizations to develop training, programs, quality improvement initiatives, research projects, and black feminist advocacy strategies to advance holistic maternity service provision, policy, and systems change in global public health. She has over 14 years of public health experience, working in different capacities on projects focused on: incorporating health equity strategies into reproductive and maternal health initiatives; strengthening strategic planning and community-based workforce development, and data collection.
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If you love the Amerikan Therapy Podcast send us a text and join us on the couch. Text us at +1 (202) 800-2355 and let us know what topics you want us to cover. Be ready because we might ask you to be a guest on the show.In this episode of Amerikan Therapy, the team sits down with psychologist Dr. Rheeda Walker to discuss her new book "THE UNAPOLOGETIC GUIDE TO BLACK MENTAL HEALTH". This groundbreaking work is an exploration of Black mental health in today’s world, the forces that have undermined mental health progress for African Americans, and what needs to happen for African Americans to heal psychological distress, find community, and undo years of stigma and marginalization in order to access effective mental health care.
This breakthrough book will help you:
- Recognize mental and emotional health problems
- Understand the myriad ways in which these problems impact overall health and quality of life and relationships
- Develop psychological tools to neutralize ongoing stressors and live more fully
- Navigate a mental health care system that is unequal
Pre-Order: https://www.rheedawalkerphd.com/book
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Against doctors’ predictions, Charita Cole Brown has been living in bipolar I recovery for more than twenty-five years. The Amerikan Therapy team has a virtual sit down with Charita to understand how she defied the verdict given to her by doctors over 30 years ago regarding her Bipolar I diagnosis. Her life story and memoir represent an inspirational story of how tribe and self-acceptance have allowed Charita to live a full and impactful life while managing life with a serious mental disorder.
Charita Cole Brown was diagnosed with a severe form of bipolar disorder while finishing her final semester as an English major at Wesleyan University. Doctors predicted she would never lead a “normal” life. Despite that pessimistic prognosis and because she sought treatment, Charita went on to marry, raise a family, earn a master's degree in teaching and enjoy a fulfilling career in education. Her powerful story is chronicled in her award-winning debut book, Defying the Verdict: My Bipolar Life (Curbside Splendor Publishing, 2018).
Bipolar disorder (formerly known as manic depression) is highly treatable. However, of the estimated 5.7 million Americans living with the disorder, over 50% won't seek treatment. The fact that the US suicide rate for people who have bipolar disorder is 12 times higher than that of the general population is even more sobering.
Charita Cole Brown earned a BA in English from Wesleyan University and an MAT in Early Childhood Education from Towson University in Maryland. A retired educator, she is now a member of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Maryland Board of Directors and is also active in the local affiliate, NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore.
Brown’s mission is to help cure mental healthcare stigma by sharing her story. She has given keynote presentations for the Morgan State University Psychology Department and the Alpha Phi Sigma Criminal Justice Honor Society.
Besides her active involvement in mental health education, she currently manages assisted living style care for her elderly parents and serves on the Baltimore City Women's Commission.
To learn more about Charita Cole Brown and Defying the Verdict: My Bipolar Life, visit www.charitacolebrown.com
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The Amerikan Therapy team talk all things brain science and remapping our neuropathways. David McCullar, the owner of Inception the world's first mental health gym, comes to the couch and teaches the team how we can change our mental patterns. This episode is full of brilliant insights on how we can choose thought patterns that better enable us to live less anxious and fear-driven lifestyles.
David McCullar is the founder and driving force behind expanding the footprint of Inception, it's model and philosophy. David has a background in network engineering technology and 13 years of active experience in the alternative health and wellness business world. In 2007 David was certified in Brainwave optimization and Dr. David Bercelis Trauma Release Exercise (TRE). David has mentored and coached over 100 BrainState licensees in business development and client care. In 2017 David won the “Tie20” award for having one of the top 20 Innovative companies in Michigan. David went from servicing over 1000 clients with a single brain training modality to creating InceptionFarmington Hills the World’s First Mental Health Gym.
Website: http://inceptionep.com/
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In the black community, we just don't talk about raising children that are differently-abled, yet we all are connected to someone doing just that. We don't share our business and let folks know the challenges that we are facing. It's just not acceptable. In this episode, the Amerikan Therapy team is joined by two black mothers and social justice workers on the front line of raising awareness about being black and autistic. Both ladies are boldly raising children with autism and working as advocates to amplify the voices of the black autistic community.
Maria Davis - Pierre: Meet Maria Davis-Pierre, Founder and CEO of Autism in Black Inc., located in West Palm Beach, Florida. This organization aims to bring awareness to Autism Spectrum Disorder and reduce the stigma associated with the diagnosis in the black community. As a licensed mental health therapist, Maria primarily works with parents to provide support through education and advocacy training. Her passion for working in the field stems from her personal j0urney with ASD when her daughter received the diagnosis at a very early age. In addition to therapy, Maria dons many other titles including a coach, speaker, advocate, and author. Her first published work, The Self-Care Affirmation Journal, is currently available for purchase on Amazon. Maria’s unique approach to coaching and counseling exemplifies her drive and motivation toward greater acceptance and overcoming the barriers and personal struggles associated with raising a child on the spectrum.
www.autisminblack.org
LaTonya Ward: LaTonya Ward is the President of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Rho Eta Zeta Chapter in Anne Arundel County, MD. In addition to holding this office, Ms. Ward also serves as the State of MD Social Action Director and the Atlantic Region Autism Awareness Coordinator for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She holds a BA in Political Science from Michigan State University, MA in Legal and Ethical Studies from the University of Baltimore, and a Graduate Certificate in Legislative Studies from Georgetown University. Ms. Ward was recently selected to serve as an Advocacy Ambassador in the State of MD by Autism Speaks. In this role, she works with federal level legislators to effectuate change and awareness through education and sharing personal experiences as a caregiver of a child on the autism spectrum. Ms. Ward is the mom of a teen son, Miles, who was diagnosed with autism at age 5. In between juggling tutors, 8th-grade homework, IEP meetings, Zeta and work; she and her son enjoy traveling, watching the latest Disney movies, and talking about wrestling. There is never a dull moment at the Ward household.
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The team gathers virtually in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak to check-in on the mental and emotional wellbeing of the Amerikan Therapy team. We talk about all things COVID-19 outbreak anxiety and how to create a new normal during these unusual times.
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Amerikan Therapy sits down with the experts to demystify the truth about ADHD and if there is a mass "conspiracy" to overdiagnose black and brown children, given recent urban media coverage on the topic. This is a must listen to episode of Amerikan Therapy.
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In this episode of Amerikan Therapy, the team takes a journey into the barbershop and sit down with the fellas to better understand what black men are going through in 2020. The team sits down Eric “Kleankut” Dixon, who is a Maryland barber suite owner working to expand the awareness of mental health with his clientele.
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Growing up, most of us never picture what life after 50 looks like. Many have the feeling that after 50 there really isn't much left to dream of. Well.... that is flat out wrong. We talk with two badass 50+ ladies who share the secrets to staying mentally well and resilient in the face of aging. These two ladies lit up our studio with joy as they shared their stories and perspectives.
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If you have heard the words mindfulness and meditation, but have no clue how these two practices might be beneficial for your mental wellness, then this is the episode for you. We sit down with two mindful living experts to learn some new coping mechanisms and skills. The Amerikan Therapy team is joined by Meico Whitlock, the Mindful Techie, and Wendi Cherry, author of From Jersey To Me, The Awakening and Healing of a Goddess.
Meico Whitlock (Meko - Mar Kwet - Wit Lock) is a speaker and trainer on mindfulness, technology, and productivity. Meico is the founder and CEO of Mindful Techie, an organization that—through talks, workshops, and coaching—helps purpose-driven high achievers and organizations have an impact without burning out and being distracted by technology. Meico helps busy professionals and organizations integrate purpose, intention, and mindfulness into their day-to-day work in order to increase employee satisfaction, productivity, and work-life balance. He is the creator of the Intention Planner and has been a featured speaker on ABC News, Fox 5, Radio One, and on the main stage at events such as the Nonprofit Technology Conference.
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Wendi Cherry came to the realization that she was born with all of her Goddess powers already within. She changed her diet, mindset, and career and that’s when the revolution began. A Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, producer and host of The Sanctuary Radio Show on DCRadio.gov. Wendi has been featured on 89.3-WPFW, 93.9-WKYSFM, 96.3-WHUR and is a contributing writer for the AARP Sisters Newsletter. She released her interactive memoir From Jersey to Me: The Awakening & Healing of a Goddess in 2019. When she’s not hanging out in nature with her teenage daughter, exploring the world, or bobbin’ her head to some Golden Era hip hop, you can find her living her passion, educating, empowering, and inspiring melanated people to unapologetically transform into their most authentic and healthy selves by tapping into the God and Goddess within. Wendi received her training from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, where she received in-depth instruction in nutrition, health and wellness, coaching skills, and business development. Her full-service, holistic life-coaching revolution, The Goddess Awakening & Healing Sanctuary, LLC, focuses on nutrition, emotional, spiritual and physical wellness, personal and professional relationships, self-love, finances and more.
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The Real Housewives of Potomac cast is full of movers and shakers in the community. That's especially the case with Gizelle Bryant, who grew up in a prominent family before marrying her high-profile now-ex-husband and current beau.
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Sheldon Smith, Executive Director and Founder of The Dovetail Project began working as a community youth organizer in Chicago’s Woodlawn neighborhood at the early age of 13. As a teen, his community work focused on social issues such as youth and gang violence, juvenile justice, sexual health education, and promoting community activism. When Sheldon became a father at the age of 20, he was determined to be the best father he could and he knew he wanted to help other young fathers lay the foundation to have a positive impact and build strong relationships with their children. He created The Dovetail Project in 2009 to bring together resources that were lacking in his own life and the lives of others. Since then, his organization has graduated over 400 young men.
Sheldon has raised over 7 million dollars from Private Foundations and Donors over the past 10yrs among many recognitions, Sheldon was selected as a 2018 Muhammad Ali Humanitarian, 2018 Forbes 30 Under 30 Social Entrepreneur, Best Businessmen of 2017 by Businessmen.biz, 2017 Steve Harvey Hero, 2016 CNN Hero, and he serves as a Board Member for the International Youth Foundation.
Of all of his accomplishments, his greatest is being a devoted husband to his wife, Mary, and father to his daughter, Jada.
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An extraordinary Commentator for all occasions, Renee is the Founder & C.E.O. of Star Entertainment Group LLC. She is the inaugural host of News Channel 8 Television Show “Women’s Business Report,” Host of the Renee’ Allen & Friends Show on WLVS Radio– the largest online broadcast in the United States www.ListenVisionLive.com, every Wednesday at 7pm (EST), and Co-Host of the Chris Thomas Show with Dr. Renee on Radio One every Thursday at 11:30 am on 95.9 FM. She’s featured in the second edition of Who’s Who in Black Washington, DC, as one of the “Women of Excellence.” Dr Allen is an International Best Selling Author; “Rebel Rising.” Vice President, Media, Global Health Solutions (GHS), Historian & Secretary of Sisters 4 Sisters Network, Inc.
She is a Board Member of several organizations; Eleanor’s Foundation, which supports domestic violence & human trafficking victims and Felecia’s Fund which empowers and educates young girls. Known as a true connector of people and organizations; Dr. Allen is a recipient of over thirty awards and acts as a host for many prestigious events as The Peoples Emcee. Her majestic and vibrant essence illuminates her environment and energizes her audiences.
Dr. Allen is a 21 year highly decorated and retired VETERAN in the USN/USNR where she served on the prestigious PRESIDENT of the United States METU Mayo-Clinic Team for Presidents’ Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush. She has one son, Chase, and is committed to helping him and many others of all ages, realize their potential and ultimately, finding their passion and reaching their goals.
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Proclaimed a “national treasure” by the Los Angeles Times, GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, and actor Anthony Hamilton has achieved global sales of over 50 million albums. The North Carolina Music Hall of Fame inductee notably performed for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle, cementing his place in the history books as the “narrator of love.” His raw, awe-inspiring performances garnered the attention of NPR where he starred in their Noteworthydocumentary series. He appeared in American Gangster and lent his voice to "Freedom" from the Academy® Award-nominated Django Unchained. Additionally, he became the "first R&B artist to sell an album at Cracker Barrel." Next up, Hamilton will unveil his ninth full-length studio album in 2019.
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Amerikan Therapy sits down with producer and actor Flex Alexander to get real about what it takes to sustain your mental health in Hollywood. We get real with Flex about his long journey in the entertainment business.
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Roy Wood Jr’s comedy has entertained millions across stage, television, and radio. Roy joined “The Best F#@ing News Team” in 2015 as a correspondent on Comedy Central’s Emmy-nominated hit series, “The Daily Show with Trevor Noah.” In 2017, he was named the new host of Comedy Central’s storytelling series, “This is Not Happening,” which will launch the fifth season next year. His first Comedy Central one-hour stand-up special, “Father Figure,” premiered in 2017 along with an extended uncensored album of the same name released by Comedy Central Records. His second Comedy Central one-hour stand-up special, “Roy Wood Jr.: No One Loves You,” will premiere at the beginning of 2019 on January 25th.
Entertainment Weekly has described the thought-provoking comedy of Roy Wood Jr. as “charismatic crankiness.” Prior to “The Daily Show,” Wood co-starred for two seasons season on TBS’ “Sullivan & Son,” playing the loving drinking buddy of star Steve Byrne, who has returned to Pittsburgh to run the family bar.
Wood, a native of Birmingham, Alabama, began his comedy career in 1999 at the age of 19 while attending Florida A&M University. In October 2006, Wood made his network television debut on “The Late Show with David Letterman.” In 2008, he appeared on HBO’s historic “Def Comedy Jam” and was later selected by America as one of the top three finalists on “Last Comic Standing” on NBC. Wood has appeared on “The Late, Late Show with Craig Ferguson,” TBS’ “Conan,” “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon,” “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” and “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” He also performed for the troops on USO tours to Guam and The Philippines.
Wood appeared at the Montreal Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in the New Faces Showcase, an appearance that led the Hollywood Reporter to call Roy a "standout". He has also been a regular contributor to ESPN’s Sports Nation. His first full comedy CD, 'Things I Think, I Think,' was released in 2013.
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Amerikan Therapy sits down with Natalie Taylor, a strategic interventionist, who helps clients excel in all areas of life. Natalie is a burst of energy and vibrancy at its very best. You will walk away from this conversation empowered.
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The ladies sit down with Timon Kyle Durrett, to get real and personal about mental wellness while making it in show business.
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Amerikan Therapy sits down with Queen, the producer of Dr. Jazz's Finally Me 4 Real Tour, to learn what it takes to succeed behind the scenes and how to keep your cool under pressure. This was a master class in self-awareness and confidence.
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Jay Barnett is a former professional athlete turn author and now mental health advocate.
He has a transparent and relatable methodology that allows for an instant connection to our youth. Teaching of self-worth through the word as it related to empowerment, encouragement and most importantly mental stability.
King Jay is no stranger to adversities. However, with strength and faith, nothing seemed impossible for him. Expressing his past frustrations and how he overcomes his experiences with the youth has led him to become powerful beyond measure.
Jay’s determination made him an ideal candidate for the King candle. A male monarch that rules in the arena of youth advocacy. A paramount chief that walks in purpose, with a presence that demands respect.
Quote – “Life is about who you are becoming rather than what you get”
Website: https://www.jay-barnett.com/
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AFFION CROCKETT is one of the most versatile entertainers around, as an accomplished actor, writer, dancer, rapper, comedian, music producer, and director – his YouTube videos have become an internet sensation. Affion began his career as a dancer at age 10, winning breaking and popping contests with his older brother. Later on, he honed his impression skills by imitating anyone from his mother’s West Indian dialect or his schoolteacher’s southern drawl to the Scarface’s choppy Cuban accent. Soon after, Affion combined his dance and impressionist talents to develop his stand up act. After graduating from Fayetteville State University, with a bachelor’s degree in business, Affion set his sights on the entertainment industry.
Affion was introduced to the world on HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, demonstrating his crystal clear impressions and physical comedy, for which he was labeled the next Jim Carrey. He was also the break out star on MTV’s ‘Wild’n Out’ with Nick Cannon. He has appeared on ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm,’ ‘black-ish’, ‘The Comedians’ with Billy Crystal, and ‘The Guest Book’. Crockett also co-starred in the films, ‘Dance Flick’ with the Wayans Brothers, ‘Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins’ with Martin Lawrence, ‘Soul Men’ with Samuel L. Jackson and the late Bernie Mac, ‘A Haunted House’ parts 1 & 2, ’50 Shades of Black’ alongside Marlon Wayans, and ‘The Wedding Ringer’ with Kevin Hart.
Affion is also best known for his comedy niche with online sketch/parody videos garnering over 50 million views on YouTube. This caught the attention of Hip-Hop Mogul, Russell Simmons and resulted in the launch of an original online comedy series titled ‘Hustles with Russells’ starring the two. This also sparked multiple viral commercial campaigns. For one commercial Affion starred alongside Dr. Dre, and Lebron James, as well as one for Jay-Z’s clothing line Rocawear, where Affion impersonates Jay-Z and the French twin dancers Les Twins.
Affion starred in and executive produced his own sketch comedy show for FOX called ‘In the Flow with Affion Crockett,’ which was also executive produced by Jamie Foxx. The series revealed a fresh take on pop culture with spoofs of movie trailers, commercials, TV shows, music videos, and celebrities.
Affion released his first comedy rap album shortly thereafter titled WATCH THE CLONE, with spoofs of popular artists like Jay-Z, Kanye, Eminem, 2 Chainz and more. Available on iTunes and other platforms! Affion also headlines comedy clubs across the nation and just produced his first-ever hour-long stand-up special, Affion Crockett “Mirror II Society”.
Affion resides in Los Angeles, California. In addition to his screen time, he is greatly involved in his production company, Lejan Entertainment, Inc.
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Amerikan Therapy had a behind the scenes interview with a cast of female Power Players, to learn from the masters. What every woman needs to know about her own power and success.
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Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway, a two-time All-American and a four-time NBA All-Star during his playing days, returned to his alma mater in the spring of 2018.
Hardaway was introduced as the University of Memphis men's basketball coach during a March 20, 2018 press conference at the Laurie-Walton Family Basketball Center on the Park Avenue Campus. Hardaway became the school's 19th coach and the third former Tiger player in the modern era (since WWII) to lead the program, following Wayne Yates (1974-79) and Larry Finch (1986-97).
In his first season, Hardaway led the Tigers to a 22-14 record and the program's first postseason appearance in five years. The UofM reached the second round of the 2019 National Invitation Tournament, defeating San Diego in the opening round before falling to Creighton.
Before the NIT, the Tigers reached the semifinals of the American Athletic Conference Championship at FedExForum, beating Tulane and NCAA Tournament-participant UCF before losing, 61-58, to 11th-ranked Houston.
The loss to Houston was one of only three the Tigers suffered at FedExForum, where they went 18-3, including the three games in the conference tournament. The other two losses came to nationally ranked opponents: No. 3 Tennessee and No. 25 Cincinnati.
The excitement generated by Hardaway's hiring led to a huge increase in attendance. The Tigers led the conference by averaging 15,106 per game, more than double the previous season's average of 6,225.
During the season, Hardaway directed the Tigers to top-3 finishes in multiple league categories. The UofM finished first in scoring (80.1 points per game) and assists (15.4); second in field goal percentage (45.3); and third in steals (8.0 per game) and 3-point field goal percentage defense (32.2).
Hardaway's initial team also produced one of three unanimous all-conference first-team selections in guard Jeremiah Martin. Martin tied for the league lead with a 19.7 points-per-game scoring average and ranked second in steals per game (2.2). Martin finished his career as the program's No. 10 scorer (1,625 points) and became the first Tiger to score 40 or more points in a game twice in a career.
Hardaway's success during his first season wasn't limited to on-the-court progress. His 2019 recruiting class -- including the nation's top prospect, 7-foot center James Wiseman -- was ranked the nation's best. Wiseman and forward Precious Achiuwa were five-star prospects. The other five signees -- Boogie Ellis, D.J. Jeffries, Lester Quinones, Malcolm Dandridge and Damion Baugh -- were rated four stars.
Hardaway began his first job as a college head coach after a successful run at East High School. East High won state titles in 2016, 2017 and 2018. With Hardaway serving as head coach, the Mustangs defeated Whitehaven High for the 2018 Class AAA championship.
Hardaway assumed the reins of a program that went 40-26 in two seasons under Tubby Smith, but did not make the postseason. At his introductory press conference, Hardaway called the job a blessing and said he was "ready to get the team back to the glory days." Athletic director Tom Bowen called it "an exciting day for the city."
In the Tigers' rich basketball history, there are few players as well known or decorated as Hardaway. A former prep standout at Treadwell High, he averaged 36.6 points and 10.1 rebounds as a senior in 1990 and was named Parade Magazine National High School Player of the Year.
He signed with the Tigers following an intense recruiting b
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Bishop Rosie S. O’neal is a renowned author and the Senior Pastor of Koinonia Christian Center Church (KCC) in Greenville, North Carolina. Bishop O’neal’s “keep-it-real” approach is the hallmark of her ministry.
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Darius Butler played Cornerback and Safety over his 9 year NFL career for the New England Patriots (2009-2010) Carolina Panthers (2011) and the Indianapolis Colts (2012-2017). Butler was most known for his impeccable football IQ and timely playmaking ability. In 124 games played, Butler intercepted 15 passes, made 333 tackles, forced eight fumbles and scored four times on defense during his career.
In 2009, Butler and his family founded The Darius Butler Foundation, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, in an effort to give back to the community. The foundation was created to TACKLE hunger in underserved communities, INSPIRE at-risk youth to achieve their dreams and SCORE in the classroom! In 2017, Butler was nominated by the Indianapolis Colts for one of the most prestigious NFL honors a player can receive for leadership and philanthropic efforts, the Walter Payton Man of the Year award. The award granted him and The Darius Butler Foundation $50,000 to donate to his community efforts. Through this honor, The Darius Butler Foundation has donated to local food pantries, NAACP college scholarships, the Jack Brewer Foundation for computer labs in Haiti, the local little league football team and public schools in Broward County for educational and tech programs.
Butler has made guest sportscaster and football analyst appearances on Fox Sports, ESPN, and the NFL Network as he has begun to pursue a career in sports broadcasting. Fueled by his passion for educating, inspiring, and motivating others, Butler shares knowledge and expertise learned from his own journey in hopes of impacting and helping those next in line. One way he does this is through public speaking initiatives that allow him to touch the lives of others and present his authentic self. In partnering with the platform Let’s Engage LLC, Butler has had the opportunity to not only realize this passion but to also fulfill it with hopes of expanding his reach to more audiences
In retirement, Butler has begun to explore real estate opportunities. As founder and CEO of Butler Estates LLC and TDH Development LLC, his investments thus far have been exclusively in single-family homes with plans to expand to commercial projects by 2020. Butler is currently enrolled at the Gabelli School of Business at Fordham University pursuing his Executive MBA degree.
Born to Mitchell and Sabrina Butler on March 18, 1986, on a U.S. military base in Frankfurt, Germany, his family instilled a strong sense of service which helped him to develop into an instrumental community and business leader. He grew up in Fort Lauderdale and attended Coral Springs Charter School and continued his education at the University of Connecticut where he was a two-time captain and started all four years as a cornerback. He was an instrumental piece transforming their football team into a nationally ranked program. Head Coach, Randy Edsall called him “the best athlete to ever play for the program.” He graduated in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in sociology and was drafted in the 2009 by the New England Patriots.
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Phillip J. Roundtree, MSW, MS is a dynamic and engaging speaker, Master’s Level Clinician, who has been practicing professionally since 2005. He’s recognized society’s lack of emphasis placed on mental health awareness, and total wellness, resulting in him evolving into a staunch advocate of wellness, among various communities, particularly those underrepresented. He’s recognized as a 2018 Black Enterprise magazine “Be Modern Man” honoree and is a TedxTalk speaker, with his idea worth spreading “Black Mental Health Matters” garnering rave reviews.
He’s also the Host of the #YouGoodMan? Podcast, which is dedicated to discussing men’s wellness across the areas of mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness.
Phillip’s message of resilience is driven by his professional and personal experiences in the areas of social work, exercise science, and wellness. His vulnerability gives a face, voice, and hope to those who’ve yet to recognize their emotional and cognitive strength.
He is the Founder of Quadefy LLC, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing empowerment services to enhance the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual strength of an individual, team, and/or business.
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Dr. Corprew is passionate about revolution, not the bloody riots that mar cities and countries, but the opportunities we all have for personal and global transformation. As an educator for the last twenty years, Charles has worked to change the trajectories of America’s most precious demographics. He knows one way to do this is by providing the educational skills and life tools necessary to illuminate and catalyze the genius that resides within all of us. Within this spirit, Charles taught middle school Social Studies, and had the fortunate experience of teaching Psychology at the best place on earth, Green Run High School, his alma mater. It would be the lessons learned from his mentees at Green Run that led him to attain his Ph.D. in Psychological Science from Tulane, where he focused on resilient outcomes for boys and men of color. After a successful tenure as a professor, Charles believed there was more to sitting behind a desk pontificating about how things should be;; thus he started his social impact consulting firm, “What’s Your Revolution?”, where he worked to bring racial and gender equity to the consciousness of organizations across the country. In this capacity, he worked with some of the most influential education and mental health leaders to craft policy, programming, and practice that allows everyone to thrive in their varied contexts.
In 2019, Dr. Corprew joined Camelback Ventures as the director of the Education Fellowship, an early stage start-up accelerator for women and entrepreneurs of color. Founded by Aaron Walker, we believe genius is evenly distributed, but opportunity is not. Thus, our goal with the education fellowship is to propel our fellows into the next sphere of their journey so they can revolutionize the lives of the people they serve. Charles is also the host of the award-winning podcast, the “What’s Your Revolution? Show”. The show is an opportunity for men of color to detail how their su
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She’s a 21st-century trailblazer and global influencer who has impacted countless lives. She has an unequivocal mandate and crystalized mission to transform the hearts, minds, and souls of women around the world and lead them into purpose-filled lives that are whole, healthy, connected wealthy and well-balanced. Dr. Jazz has an all-encompassing personality that consciously gives permission for others to walk in their divine identity and authenticity while lifting their voices and owning their stories.
The Amerikan Therapy team caught up with the renowned preacher during her Finally Me Conference. Finally Me, #FM4Real, is a movement to disrupt women across the world who want to freely live in the full authenticity of who they are as they’re becoming better, upgraded versions of themselves.
Website: https://iamdrjazz.org/
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Dr. Anita Phillips is a minister, licensed therapist, and professor who has spent her career blending faith with therapy. Throughout the years, she has helped countless women battling depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, and the effects of sexual abuse heal their wounds. Driven by her childhood struggles in a pastor’s family grappling with mental illness, Dr. Anita is bringing the mental health conversation to the forefront in the church and community. A dynamic speaker, Dr. Anita is delivering both information and revelation that is changing lives through her national Turn the Light On Tour. At home in Baltimore, she serves alongside her husband, Pastor Michael Phillips, at Kingdom Life Church.
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Alfred Edmond Jr. is SVP/Editor-at-large of BLACK ENTERPRISE. He is a content leader, brand representative and expert resource for all media platforms under the BLACK ENTERPRISE brand, including the web site, social media, and live networking events. From 2008 through 2010, Edmond was SVP/Editor-in-chief of BlackEnterprise.com, helping to lead the transition of BLACK ENTERPRISE from single-magazine publisher to digital-first multimedia company. From 1995 through 2008, Edmond was chief editor of BLACK ENTERPRISE magazine. He has also hosted The Urban Business Roundtable on WVON-AM in Chicago and Money Matters, a syndicated radio feature of American Urban Radio Networks. Edmond is also an entrepreneur, speaker, author, and amateur natural bodybuilding competitor.
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Tony Lewis Jr. is a community leader, workforce development specialist, re-entry expert, and champion for children with incarcerated parents. Mr.Lewis has fought relentlessly over the past 16 years to uplift and empower men, women, and children impacted by mass incarceration. His work and advocacy have been featured on CNN, BET, Elite Daily, and in the Washington Post. He is the winner of many awards including the Steve Harvey/Ford Motor Company “Best Community Leader” award and the Presidential Call to Service award.
Website: http://www.tonylewisjunior.com/
Slugg: A Boy's Life in the Age of Mass Incarceration is a blueprint for survival and a demonstration of the power of love, sacrifice, and service. The son of a Kingpin and the prince of a close-knit crime family, Tony Lewis Jr.'s life took a dramatic turn after his father's arrest in 1989. Washington D.C. stood as the murder capital of the country and Lewis was cast into the heart of the struggle, from a life of stability and riches to one of chaos and poverty. How does one make it in America, battling the breakdown of families, the plague of premature death and the hopelessness of being reviled, isolated, and forgotten? Tony Lewis' astonishing journey answers these questions and offers, for the first time, a close look at the familial residue of America's historic program of mass incarceration.
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Dr. Alex Ellis is an award-winning author, speaker, activist and connoisseur of style. Dr. Ellis is turning heads across the nation through his inspirational message and well-dressed stature. He has been featured on CNN, Black Enterprise’s Our World Television Show, The 700 Club, BET and the Steve Harvey Morning Show. Yielding to the call of social responsibility, Dr. Ellis is the founder of the Tied To Greatness Non-Profit Organization, which is positively impacting the lives of young men across the country. Dr. Ellis is also the owner of Simply Ellis, a custom clothing company that specializes in custom suits, shirts, and men's accessories. Dr. Ellis travels extensively sharing a message of inspiration that is transformative to all those who hear it.
Website: http://alexellisonline.com/
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The Amerikan Therapy team sits down with powerhouse Lyn Twyman to get real about domestic violence in 2020. Lyn and standing third co-host Dr. Tonya Royster, reveal how violence and trauma are connected and often used as a common communication tool within the black community which is tied to our history of bondage and oppression. This rich conversation will leave you taking a deeper look at your own trauma history and violence patterns.
Lyn Twyman: Domestic Violence and Behavioral Health Advocate, Community Policing Expert, Consultant and AuthorLyn Twyman is a national domestic violence and behavioral health advocate, survivor, activist, speaker, consultant, and author. Since 2009, Lyn has been vigorously fighting to save this generation and the next from domestic violence. Lyn has advocated for The International Violence Against Women Act and was integral in drafting domestic violence legislation in several states. She was also instrumental in the passage of the internationally historic Public Domestic Violence Registry of Guam. Lyn has met with advisors of President Obama regarding national domestic violence programming and privacy protection for crime victims. She also serves on several committees including The State of Maryland Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives Interfaith Domestic Violence Coalition and was the Chair of the Civil Unrest Work Group, Social Determinants Committee serving Maryland State Senator Shirley Nathan-Pulliam. In addition, Lyn is a bi-racial American and advocates for diversity and racial harmony. She has been a featured guest on several media outlets including WJLA ABC News, WFMY CBS News, WPGC CBS Radio, CBS Radio Los Angeles, Fox News, and Michael Baisden. As a survivor of psychological child abuse and intimate partner violence, Lyn is passionate about helping those who suffer from abuse or with its traumatic effects, especially those suffering from generational and cultural trauma, and mental illness.
Stemming from her ongoing activist work nationally, as the CEO, Lyn established LASERS in 2013, which stands for Leaving Abuse Supporting Everyone Restoring Survivors, website www.wearelasers.org, a domestic violence prevention education organization. With a motto of Targeting Domestic Violence Holistically, LASERS is a national, progressive organization that addresses all forms of domestic abuse through curriculum development, group meetings, classes, special events, and referrals. To date, LASERS has served hundreds of individuals and organizations through support groups, health fairs, youth mentoring, and law enforcement officers through training.
Lyn was also a program administrator for one of the largest police departments in the country. She is a subject matter expert in community policing and behavioral health advocacy. Lyn trains law enforcement in community policing and vicarious trauma. She advocates for at-risk youth and those returning from prison, understanding that most justice-involved individuals are also victims of violence, crime, or have experienced trauma and or mental illness. Lyn’s father was one such individual, a United States veteran who experienced incarceration connected to his own mental illness.
In October of 2016, Lyn was appointed by Maryland Governor Larry J. Hogan, Jr. to the Neshante and Chloe Davis Domestic Violence Prevention Task Force which serves the entire State of Maryland and in 2018, she was appointed to the Social Determinants of Health in Baltimore City Committee under SB444. She has
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Amerikan Therapy continues its conversation on physical well being with this episode which features the trainer and motivator to the stars, AJ Johnson of the "The AJ Zone". We are also joined by SheNesia Ewing an International Speaker, Master fitness trainer, certified nutritionist, 18-year Combat Veteran in the US Army, Doctoral Candidate in the field of Psychology, and an award-winning transformation life coach.
Amerikan Therapy is serious about setting our audience up for success in 2020 and our health is key to this mission. Come take a listen and get ready to win in the new year.
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This episode of Amerikan Therapy focuses on starting the process of improving our nutrition and exercise routines. We sit down with Christina D. Ashe, a Washington, DC personal trainer, to gain some insights on how to begin the process of improving our physical well being. Christina talks us through how to start the journey towards physical wellness so that we can lay the foundation for our larger mental well being. We learn how small steps can help us make big strides.
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The Amerikan Therapy team dives into a difficult discussion on infant loss and infertility within the Black Community. In the black community, it is often seen as tabu to openly discuss the circumstances and emotions surrounding miscarrying a child, infant loss, and infertility. It is often presumed that as a black woman you won't have any challenges bringing a child into the world. However, based on the science and social data this couldn't be further from the truth. Hopefully, this conversation will shed light on a common challenge within the black community in an effort to let others know they are not alone.
Sisters in Loss' Helps Black Women Cope With Miscarriage and Infertility: https://www.blackenterprise.com/black-women-miscarriage-infertility/
Sisters In Loss: https://sistersinloss.com/
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In this episode of Amerikan Therapy, we sit down with a group of phenomenal young millennial leaders who are all currently working on capital hill. These young men and women share their personal stories on where mental health fits into their lives. Their candor and openness will definitely provide healing and inspiration to all who listen. These young black leaders are preparing to change the world and they definitely need to be heard. This is a MUST LISTEN.
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Black motherhood has long been stigmatized in a negative light. When we think of black mothers' the images of "Big-Momma", "Teen Moms", and overbearing black women are often conjured in the minds of the masses. While these images are sometimes true, there is a much larger population of well-healed, well educated, well-traveled, stylish, adventurous, and downright cool black moms. Amerikan Therapy breaks the stereotypes to talk about building a tribe of cool and supportive black mothers, and what that means for our mental and emotional health.
In this episode, we sit down with District Motherhued, an organization whose purpose is to bring black millennial moms together in order to build a supportive tribe of women. District Motherhued's mission is to engage black millennial moms with candor while empowering and equipping them with resources and support. District Motherhued provides a safe, judgment-free place to celebrate (or commiserate – depends on the day of the week) motherhood, and connect with other like-minded moms.
Link: https://www.districtmotherhued.com/
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Ever feel like you are stuck in a rut? Taking a vacation and having a change of scenery, even if it is just a couple of hours down the road, can work wonders, and it has been scientifically proven that travel provides a number of benefits to your mental health. Just one trip away could help change your outlook on life for the better. Some of the benefits of travel can be as follows:
- It enhances creativity
- It can affect your personality
- Stress relief
- Happiness is boosted even before you travel
The Amerikan Therapy team sits down with SHAY SANE of Black Girls On The Go. Shay curates travel experiences for black women to help them explore their inner self while traveling the world.
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In this episode of Amerikan Therapy our host Sasha and Starr discuss how they navigated through a recent major conflict with each other. This show turns the focus on the host and how they themselves are implementing the therapeutic methods and strategies learned through the show. Show Psychiatrist, Dr. Royster, MD is joined by psychologist Dr. Krystal Stanley, Ph.D. and organizational design coach Olu M. Burrell, MSOD/PCC to help mediate said dispute and give our listeners tips and skills to better navigate their personal conflicts.
What Is Conflict Resolution?Conflict resolution is the process by which two or more parties reach a peaceful resolution to a dispute. Conflict may occur between friends, business partners, co-workers, or between supervisors and subordinates, or between service providers and their clients or customers.
- Some conflicts are essentially arbitrary, meaning it doesn’t matter who “wins,” only that the problem is resolved so everyone can get back to work.
- Some conflicts reflect real disagreements about approach and rules of engagement.
The Conflict Resolution Process:
- Recognition by the parties involved that a problem exists.
- Mutual agreement to address the issue and find some resolution.
- An effort to understand the perspective and concerns of the opposing individual or group.
- Identifying changes in attitude, behavior, and approaches by both sides that will lessen negative feelings.
- Recognizing triggers to episodes of conflict.
- Interventions by a truly impartial third party.
- A willingness by one or both parties to compromise.
- Agreement on a plan to address differences.
- Monitoring the impact of any agreements for change.
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This episode is for all the brothers leading the way for a brighter future. We see you and we know you too are feeling the pressure.
In this episode of Amerikan Therapy, we sit down with Chris V. Rey the current International 1st Vice President of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated. Chris leads the discussion on what it is like to be a black man in leadership, something he knows VERY WELL. Outside of his beloved Sigma, Chris has led men and women across the globe during his time as a decorated soldier in the United States Army, as an attorney, as an elected official, and in his current role as a Vice President with the March of Dimes. Simply put, Chris knows all too well the pressures and stresses of leadership. We have a candid conversation with this black man who was born to lead about mental health, therapy, stress, and everything in between. If you are a black man or love a black man then you NEED to listen to this episode.
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Chardelle Is Known For Her Charismatic Personality And Unique Gift To Connect With Others, Which She Has Transformed Into Motivational Moore LLC.
Chardelle Moore, popularly known as “Motivational Moore,” is a dynamic, creative force with over 10 years of experience in the entertainment industry. She is an award-winning television anchor, global speaker, poet, creative director, model and entrepreneur, who uses her platform to radiate positive vibes to the world and motivate others around the globe to live their best lives!
Born in Dominica and raised in the greater Washington, DC area, Chardelle is known for her charismatic personality and unique gift to connect with others, which she has transformed into Motivational Moore LLC. As the CEO and Founder of the DC-based international multimedia and public speaking company, she uplifts and empowers audiences through inspirational storytelling. Providing services as an award-winning television anchor, multimedia host, motivational speaker, poet and content creator worldwide! Prior to launching her own business, the versatile creative spent five years as a reporter, host, and creative producer at the FOX affiliate in Baltimore, where she not only anchored but launched the daily lifestyle-entertainment talk show, BMORE Lifestyle.
Throughout her career, the powerhouse host has worked with media giants, including CBS, VH1, MTV, BET, HGTV and OWN Network in various arenas, from radio to production and on-air talent. She has also delivered compelling television interviews with global icons, like Kobe Bryant, Iyanla Vanzant, Ashley Graham, George Lopez, and Gordon Ramsay, as well as starred in television segments and commercials for Google, VISA, Facebook, Chevrolet, Amazon and Colgate, just to name a few.
Outside of media, as a former Miss Caribbean Metro USA, Chardelle is an advocate and spokesperson for the Caribbean American community. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications with a concentration in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Public Relations from Marymount University. She is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated.
For this jane-of-all-trades, the possibilities are endless. Chardelle is set to make her film debut in Fall 2019. Stay tuned because there is so much MOORE to come!
Email: chardelle.moore@gmail.com
Instagram: @chardellemoore
Website: www.chardellemoore.com
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René Brooks Has Taken A Late-Life Diagnosis And Used It To Uplift Others.
After being diagnosed with ADHD 3 times, at 25 she was finally able to get the treatment she deserved. She soon founded Black Girl, Lost Keys, a blog that empowers black women with ADHD and shows them how to live well with the disorder. René has contributed to ADDitude Magazine, Kaleidoscope Society, PBS's Roadtrip Nation, ADHD Rollercoaster, See in ADHD, Mindfully ADD, and ADHD Rewired.
ADDitude Magazine Recently named her one of "5 Women with ADHD Who Are Changing The Conversation". In addition to running Black Girl, Lost Keys, René is a Healthline Contributor and a Patient Contributor to TEVA Pharmaceutical's Life Effects project. René was the Keynote Speaker at Stronger Than My Struggles', Crazy Like A Fox event in Baltimore last year, and also has spoken at The International Alliance Of Patients Organization's 8th Annual Congress.
Email: Blackgirllostkeys@gmail.com
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Website: http://www.blackgirllostkeys.com
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Charles (Chazz) Scott is a published writer, mental resilience speaker, marathoner, self-empowerment workshop curator, and a full-time Cyber Defense Technologist from Ellicott City, Maryland. He holds both a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and a Master of Science degree in Cyber Security from Hampton University.
Chazz has worked alongside some of the most brilliant minds in national security including nuclear physicists at the National Nuclear Security Administration’s Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), what many consider to be “the smartest square mile on Earth.” As a Cyber Defense Analyst at the Nuclear Lab, Chazz contributed to developing a large-scale network web simulation capability to assist in risk-based cyber defensive strategies to counter enterprise-level cyber threats and increase global network situational awareness. His contributions allowed researchers to effectively model network simulations using three high-performance computing (HPC) clusters which include Cab, Hera, and Catalyst. All three supercomputers were previously listed in the Top500 List of the fastest computers in the world. Currently, Chazz works for the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) as a Cyber Defense Engineer defending and responding to global cyber threats to ensure the protection of our nation’s satellites in space and geospatial imagery to provide to the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, and policymakers on Capitol Hill.
Additionally, Chazz is the Executive Director & Chief Creative Optimist of Positively Caviar, Inc. based in the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area. Positively Caviar, Inc. is a grassroots 501(c)3 that focuses on empowering, inspiring, and motivating all human beings, with a special emphasis on youth, to instill mental resilience by way of intentional positive thinking. His team travels across the Mid-Atlantic delivering high-intensity speaking engagements and hosting their signature B.U.I.L.D. Self-Empowerment workshops that are designed to understand and apply the secrets and science behind the human mind. Chazz has been named a BE Modern Man of 2019 by Black Enterprise Magazine and selected #2 as Top 30 Under 30 by HBCU Buzz. Chazz is a monthly contributor writer to The Baltimore Times.
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Instagram: @mr_caviar
Website: https://staybasedandpositive.com/
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Chardelle Is Known For Her Charismatic Personality And Unique Gift To Connect With Others, Which She Has Transformed Into Motivational Moore LLC.
Chardelle Moore, popularly known as “Motivational Moore,” is a dynamic, creative force with over 10 years of experience in the entertainment industry. She is an award-winning television anchor, global speaker, poet, creative director, model and entrepreneur, who uses her platform to radiate positive vibes to the world and motivate others around the globe to live their best lives!
Born in Dominica and raised in the greater Washington, DC area, Chardelle is known for her charismatic personality and unique gift to connect with others, which she has transformed into Motivational Moore LLC. As the CEO and Founder of the DC-based international multimedia and public speaking company, she uplifts and empowers audiences through inspirational storytelling. Providing services as an award-winning television anchor, multimedia host, motivational speaker, poet and content creator worldwide! Prior to launching her own business, the versatile creative spent five years as a reporter, host, and creative producer at the FOX affiliate in Baltimore, where she not only anchored but launched the daily lifestyle-entertainment talk show, BMORE Lifestyle.
Throughout her career, the powerhouse host has worked with media giants, including CBS, VH1, MTV, BET, HGTV and OWN Network in various arenas, from radio to production and on-air talent. She has also delivered compelling television interviews with global icons, like Kobe Bryant, Iyanla Vanzant, Ashley Graham, George Lopez, and Gordon Ramsay, as well as starred in television segments and commercials for Google, VISA, Facebook, Chevrolet, Amazon and Colgate, just to name a few.
Outside of media, as a former Miss Caribbean Metro USA, Chardelle is an advocate and spokesperson for the Caribbean American community. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications with a concentration in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Public Relations from Marymount University. She is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated.
For this jane-of-all-trades, the possibilities are endless. Chardelle is set to make her film debut in Fall 2019. Stay tuned because there is so much MOORE to come!
Email: chardelle.moore@gmail.com
Instagram: @chardellemoore
Website: www.chardellemoore.com
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Valerie Stancill is the founder of Cloud9 Wellness Healing Center, a holistic wellness center committed to empowering women to take back control of their lives. She is a licensed massage therapist, certified holistic wellness coach, Yoni practitioner, author, and speaker.
Valerie’s passion is to help women who have suffered loss, depression, and grief. She speaks from experience since losing her husband from rare lung disease. She also opened her wellness center for women to have a place to escape and recharge, de-stress and take time for self-care. She realized as a caregiver for 14 years, you give your life for someone else and tend to neglect yourself.
Valerie has been interviewed on Gospel Grind and WCMD Radio, is a contributing writer for Stay Focused Magazine and Smart Guys, LLC. In addition, she hosts Wellness with V on pqradio1.com the V-Spot and has been a speaker for several Pulmonary Hypertension support groups.
Valerie’s educational background includes a degrees in Health Arts from the University of St. Francis, and Lyons Technical Institute, Rizzieri School for the Healing Arts where she received her massage certification, Yoni Practitioner certification from All Things Yoni, Reiki Practitioner from Genesis Spiritual Healing and is certified as a Holistic Wellness Coach through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. Valerie worked in several hospitals in Philadelphia in the Interventional Radiology and CAT scan departments in both management and staff positions and held a position as a Medial Product Specialist for GE Healthcare. Valerie is also passionate about bringing awareness to Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension, a disease of the vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs. She continues to fight for those who are affected by this disease and their families. Her mission is to become the ethnic face of Pulmonary Hypertension.
Valerie is a widow, the mother of one awesome daughter a fantastic son-in-love and has 4 amazing grandsons.
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Award-Winning Founder And CEO Of Miizmisha’s World Of Empowerment; Thamicha Isaac, Entrepreneur, And Motivational Speaker, Is An Openly Positive HIV Activist Of A Global HIV Empowerment Movement That Is Garnering Herself And Her Cause Recognition For Her Activism.
Her dedication and compassion for individuals and communities affected by HIV Thamicha Isaac is on a mission to not only change lives but also empower individuals to fight for themselves and not allow a diagnosis of HIV to deter them from living out their life’s dreams while bringing awareness and HIV education to communities worldwide.
Moving forward in bravery and transparency, Thamicha Isaac has shown courage in sharing her personal story of heartache, pain, and triumph. Her story is one of determination, power, and courage. A story that has the ability to transform and inspire the lives of individuals affected by HIV, whether a personal diagnosis or someone they care for and love. As An Activist, Ms. Isaac is taking her experiences and selflessly seeking to educate and empower others.
Thamicha Isaac was on a mission to make a name for herself, to change the course of her life, Her first obligation to herself was to leave an abusive relationship while living in St. Martin. Thamicha fled that relationship and relocated to New York City, determined to make a better life While living with her paternal family, her plans drastically changed when she discovered she was HIV positive at the tender age of nineteen. Feeling scared and uncertain about her future, Ms. Isaac became despondent and grew weary of living, and attempted suicide. The failed attempt was a major turning point in Thamicha’s life, giving her a new perspective on life and reality. Learning to live in her truth gave her strength and the determination to pursue her goals and make something extraordinary of her life.
In the pursuit of learning whom she was as an individual living with HIV, Ms. Isaac set out to find her voice, learning what to do with her second chance at life. Her journey led her to a short residence in Massachusetts where she obtained a diploma in Medical Assistance. In continuing to find her inner strength and her voice, Thamicha Isaac became a successful MaryKay Beauty Consultant and Massage Therapist, as well. Combining the two professions, she delivered an uplifting and positive experience to clients.
Driven to succeed in spite of the circumstances of her past and an HIV positive diagnosis Thamicha found love again, and out of those relationships, birthed two handsome sons. Wanting to be the best version of herself and the best Mom and provider for her sons Ms. Isaac discovered a new passion, and outlook. Establishing Miizmisha’s World of Empowerment, Thamicha Isaac made it her mission and goal to help women and men affected with HIV/AIDS to fight the stigma of living with a positive diagnosis, helping them to channel their energy while focusing on creating and obtaining new goals and future aspirations.
Often called upon to share her inspiring life story, an Activist and Motivational Speaker, Thamicha Isaac brings encouragement and empowerment to those who may feel the same fear and despondency she once experienced. Her dedication, humanitarianism, community work, and activism has garnered Ms. Isaac several awards and citations. Thamicha was awarded an NYS Citation from Brooklyn Boro President Eric Adams and An ANS Association Citation from Dr. Chloe Natacha for her honesty and bravery. Ms. Isaac completed her HIV Pre and Post Testing counseling certification recently, Thamicha also received the Pillar of Light Award from the Kids Who Bank organization, an honoree at their first annual Kidpreneur Gala, in April 2018.
Activist, Humanitarian, Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, CEO—Thamicha Isaac is pr
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Taryn Goldsmith is an author and the founder of Mood Swingin Inc, A Minority Mental Health Organization. While struggling both as an at-risk teen and with mental illness, she defied all of the odds stacked against her. Using her pain as motivation she has become an advocate for the youth and mental health.
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Amerikan Therapy met Lorraine Battle RN at the Crazy Like A Fox Tour in Philidelphia, PA. Her spirit and presence were so magnetic that our team had to sit down with her and learn about her story. Her energy and purpose come through in this incredible interview.
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Sadija A. Smiley, Founder Of SAILS Inc. Is Dedicated To Raising Awareness And Creating A Supportive Environment For Families Affected By Stillbirth.
Sadija passionately founded Stillborn And Infant Loss Support, Inc. in November 2017. Born and raised in Philadelphia, she worked hard to receive an undergraduate degree in Psychology from West Virginia State University before obtaining an MBA in Management from Strayer University. Having served in nonprofit and community-based organizations, since 2001, Sadija has spent her entire career helping others get the most out of their lives.
She created this organization to honor the life of her daughter Ivyanna Selene, who was born sleeping on November 13, 2003. As the mother of two rainbow babies (a child born after a loss), she currently resides in Maryland and spends her free time reading, exercising and enjoying the outdoors with her family. Sadija lives her life and oversees SAILS according to Jeremiah 29:11. “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Email: sailsmaryland@gmail.com
Instagram: @bornintosilence
Website: https://bit.ly/bornintosilence
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“There are 3 types of Drug: Crack/cocaine, Heroin, & R. KELLY” - Michelle Kramer
Michelle Kramer is best known for her appearance on Critic's Choice Award Winner Lifetime's network “Surviving R. Kelly” where Michelle was seen rescuing her daughter Dominique Gardner from singer Kelly's hotel room.
Michelle Kramer has been seen on the “ The Gayle King Show”, CBS “This Morning”, NBC “Dateline”, People's Magazine, Rolling Stone Magazine, Essence.com.
Since the rescuing of her Daughter Dominique Gardner, Michelle has become an advocate of sex assault victims, sex trafficking victims, mental health awareness through her plethora of speaking engagements & volunteer services in & around the Chicago area as well and throughout the United States.
Michelle's mission is to educate the loved ones of young women who may be in a similar situation of sexual assault & or sex/human trafficking so that they can learn techniques on how to rescue their loved ones & free them from their abusers.
Michelle's goal is to help women & their families to regain their POWER, HEAL,& BREAK FREE from the ABUSE.
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20.4 million college students are enrolled in America’s 4,140 US colleges: a sharp increase from the 11.7 million ten years ago. Now, more than ever, students need to enter the application process with a focused, self-directed plan. Good grades no longer guarantee admission to elite colleges and students need high-quality assistance in navigating the rapidly shifting landscape. But with the average student only spending 38 minutes with their public school guidance office during their high school years, and a student to counselor ratio of 472:1 on average, you may be thinking that you will need a little extra help to achieve your goal in the college application process.
Keith Wilkerson Founder of College Thoughts sits down with Amerikan Therapy to share how parents and students can work to take the mental and physical stress out of the college application and scholarship process. In this episode, Keith debunks so many myths about the college application process that continue to create unnecessary stress on students and parents. Keith discusses the power of each applicants' uniqueness to identify those schools that best fit each student's value proposition. Get your pen and paper out as Amerikan Therapy goes back to school with Keith Wilkerson.
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Tracie Jiggetts, Director, Choreographer, And Mother, Set Out To Change The Scope Of The Future By Addressing The Fear That Threatens The Lives And Dreams Of Our Youth. With this vision, she founded The Art of Truth in 2013. By taking a deeply honest approach to understanding the human experience, addressing the root of individual and communal challenges and helping to overcome societal hardships, The Art of Truth is a catalyst for healing and self-love, a movement toward empowerment through dance, music, theatre, and visual art. The Art of Truth Mission: To offer a sacred space and freedom to be one’s self, the courage to find who that self is; and the creative ability to express that self through the art.
Tracie is a captivating dancer, actor, choreographer, and director, who believes in the power of individualism and creativity. Tracie was born and raised in Baltimore Maryland, where she began her training at the Baltimore School for the Arts, with a host of inspiring instructors, that included Sylvester Campbell and Stephanie Powell. She continued her dance and theatre training at Catonsville Community College, Studio 801, Morton Street Dance Studio and Towson State University. She holds a BA in Urban Arts from Coppin State University. Tracie has an extensive performance history; gracing the stage of countless venues including The Lyric, Arena Players, Center Stage and The National Black Theatre Festival. Aside from The Art of Truth, Tracie is also the director of the Maryland Summer Center Arts program at the Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center.
Email: traciejiggetts@gmail.com
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Tyde-Courtney Edwards is the Founding Director of Ballet After Dark, a classically trained ballerina, art model and survivor of sexual assault. Born and raised in Baltimore City, she is a graduate of the Baltimore School for the Arts and has over 20 years of dance training and experience. Trained in various styles of dance including classical and contemporary ballet, pointe, modern, lyrical, jazz, tap and hip-hop, she conceptualized Ballet After Dark after struggling with recovery following her sexual assault. Tyde-Courtney has trained with Debbie Allen Dance Academy, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Peabody Conservatory, Joffrey Ballet, Alvin Ailey and other institutions while receiving training from local dance pioneers such as Anton Wilson and Stephanie Powell. She currently resides in Baltimore City.
Ballet After Dark Documentary Movie (On Hulu): https://www.hulu.com/movie/queen-collective-ballet-after-dark-a3fb9fa9-5c4b-4e22-bc0b-45c5112281d3
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Shaylah Mickens, 26, is a native of Baltimore, Maryland where she created a business named Soulful Symmetry, that allows people of color to heal from trauma. She uses Reiki Energy to heal, revive and restore her client's energy so they can be their highest true selves. She created Soulful Symmetry LLC because she understands just like many people of color in her community we all need a sacred place to be heard. Shaylah grew up on the south side of Baltimore in Cherry Hill. She experienced not only physical abuse in the household with her father but also mental as well.
Shaylah believes healing starts within and that everyone should be able to start with healing first and being able to recognize. She took her experience with sexual abuse as well as other violations to her spirit from family members and turned that into a positive platform for people of her community. She created Black Girls Speaks as a way for women of color to speak on their abuse where they are not judged. She has created sacred spaces for her sisters to unify in the same space and learn to trust each other and heal together.
Instagram: @_soulfulsymmetry
Email: soulfulsymmetry@outlook.com
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When Latrea Wyche walks into the room, you know that she is a powerful force for good. Powered by her deep abiding faith, Latrea has made it her mission to destigmatize living life with a disability. She has literally defied the odds and turned her life into a testimony of what faith and works will do.
Latrea Wyche is 40 years old, she is originally PG County MD, and Latrea is a Disabilities Empowerment coach, a motivational speaker and 8 times published author. She currently resides in Fayetteville NC with her thirteen-year-old daughter. Born with Pfeffer Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes the bones in the skull and other parts of the body not to fuse properly. Latrea has endured more than 30 operations to correct various health problems and continues to deal with vision and hearing impairment challenges.
Dealing with major family issues to include drug-addicted parents, she and her sister entered the foster care system when Latrea was twelve and her sister was four. This is where they would remain until Latrea reached the age of sixteen when she and her sister would be adopted. Throughout their time in the foster care system, both girls encountered countless abuse. Latrea being the oldest, always felt It was her job to take care of her sister.
Through it all, she has managed to defy the odds; earning a BA in Psychology, a Master’s in Education. Latrea became a Professional Certified Life Coach, as well as certified in disabilities ministries leadership. Latrea has also had her book "Intimate Conversations with God" featured as special book at the 2017 NAACP convention. Latrea also travels all over the state of NC speaking at various disability organizations. Latrea also has her own radio station as well as radio show, called “Dreaming Beyond your Disability” ,a platform Latrea’s uses to talk about pervert issues within the disabled community, (disability and sexual abuse, “The Hidden Disability” Disability and suicide) as well as provide a platform for other people with disabilities to have their voice heard.
Email: coachlatreawyche@gmail.com
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Dr. Sarah Williams-Tolliver, NCC,LPC, EAS-C is the owner of Covenant Way Clinical Counseling and host of her own television show. She has also been featured in A&E’s television show “Intervention” as a Clinical Consultant. As a mental health awareness advocate and a clinician, Dr. Sarah specializes in the care of women of color that have shared experiences. She is licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Health Professions as a Professional Counselor and board certified as a National Certified Counselor with the National Board of Certified Counselors. Furthermore, Dr. Sarah has completed specialized training and certifications in grief, stress, and trauma.
However as a widow and mother, Dr. Sarah also knows grief, and she even battled with postpartum depression and trauma. From her experiences as a special needs parent, Dr. Sarah works with other parents that have a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Additionally, she completed and published her doctoral dissertation on “Understanding the experiences of women, graduate student stress and lack of marital social support a mixed-method inquiry”.
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Melony Hill Is The Definition Of A Woman In Control Of Her Life And Career. Melony created and executed the Crazy Like A Fox Tour, the first-ever National speaker series focused on bringing awareness to the mental health of black women. Through her love and passion, Melony has expanded the conversation on black mental health.
Constantly counted out by society due to emotional instabilities and a traumatic upbringing stemming from domestic violence, sexual assault and more, Melony has reclaimed her life and inspires others to do the same. In 2010, Melony was diagnosed with a slew of emotional illnesses such as depression, anxiety disorder, PTSD, and dissociative identity disorder. To add to her daily struggles, Melony also was diagnosed with chronic pain from Fibromyalgia. Never one to let an obstacle deter her from her goals, Melony has thrived, despite her mental, physical and emotional limitations.
Her organization, Stronger Than My Struggles, aims to heal through the written and spoken word, offering resources, support, and services to survivors from all walks of life. Being declared legally emotionally disabled hasn’t stopped Melony from thriving, pursuing her passions or career goals. She hosts a series of workshops in the Baltimore area including a free weekly therapeutic writing workshop, Writing for My Sanity, which she named after her book of poetry. Taking her mission to connect others with their purpose seriously, Melony leads the Baltimore branch of the Freelancers Union, a national organization with over 350,000 members nationwide. In September 2018, she was voted National Curriculum Lead for the Freelancers Union nationwide.
Email: melony@strongerthanmystruggles.com
Website: strongerthanmystruggles.com
Social: @strongerthanmystruggles
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Aisha is a stand-up comedienne who has mastered her craft through life experiences. Her colorful stories of growing up in Buffalo, NY and "gettin' grown" in Baltimore, MD reveals the trials, triumphs and ultimately, the lessons she gathered during her journey. Transformational speaking comes naturally to Aisha, as she has been a source of light and encouragement to all who are in her presence. With a leap of faith, she is embarking on her newest journey of showing others how to redirect their pain into passion, while making time to laugh along the way.
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Power session interview with Ed Gordon, veteran black journalist, and host of the BET program Weekly with Ed Gordon.
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In the wake of a record year (2019) for Mass Shootings, the team at Amerikan Therapy jumps right into the gun debate with Kenn Blanchard a black right-wing gun activist. We discuss what it means to be a black gun owner in America and what rights you may not truly have or be able to safely exercise.
Kenn is a gun-rights activist that has lobbied the US Congress for the rights of all gun owners. He is an ordained Baptist pastor who has testified in the state legislatures of Virginia, Texas, South Carolina, Michigan, Maryland, and Wisconsin. He is a former US Marine, federal police officer, firearms trainer in the CIA, a national security intel analyst, who is known internationally as the Black Man with A Gun™. Kenn has voiced commercials for TV and traditional radio against racist gun laws. He has been featured in four documentaries. He has authored several books and is still a conscientiousness resource in the gun community. Kenn has been podcasting since 2007 and his show Black Man With A Gun Show is featured on all major podcast platforms.
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Power session interview with Ron Busby, President, and Founder of the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC). In this intimate interview, Ron shares how he overcame his greatest personal and professional setback to found the USBC. Ron gets personal with Amerikan Therapy and shares how he survived the loss of his wife and what helped him find strength in his hardest times.
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Power session interview Laz Alonso, a talented actor who has starred in several movies and TV series. Laz joined Howard University with a major in Marketing. In 2000, he made his TV debut by hosting the TV show A.M. @ BET. He also appeared in the music videos of Toni Braxton and Aaliyah during that time. In 2000, he also appeared in the TV movie Disappearing Acts. He got his rise in mainstream fame after portraying the role of Fenix "Rise" Calderon in the movie Fast & Furious. His breakthrough role as an actor came in 2009 after he starred the role of Tsu'tey in the movie Avatar. Laz won an NAACP Image Award in 2012 and continues to be a fixture in black media.
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Power session interview with Miss Diddy LA, brand manager, entrepreneur, and television host best known as a cast member of the hit VH1 reality show Love & Hip Hop Hollywood. She founded the Brand Group. She cast, produced, directed and sold a show called The List to BET Network. She became an ambassador for brands such as Toxic, 7 Image Salon and Myx Fusions. She is a beast in the boardroom who shares her story and insights with Amerikan Therapy.
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Power session interview with Travis Jackson, founder of HBCU Pride Nation. HBCU Pride Nation promotes the connectivity, significance, and pride of HBCUs in an effort to increase the positive awareness and enrollment of HBCUs. www.hbcupridenation.com
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Power session interview with Donnie Burton, Cannabis Entrepreneur. Donnie runs a diverse portfolio of ventures and companies that dominate in industries ranging from entertainment to cannabis. Donnie sits down with Amerikan Therapy to get real about managing a demanding life as a serial entrepreneur and cannabis disrupter.
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Power session interview with Deshauna Barber, Miss USA 2016 and Barbara Ryan Richardson, Miss Black America.
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Do you know the terror of suffering a panic attack? Do you experience ruminating thoughts of worry that you cannot control? While we all experience anxiety, when feelings of intense fear and distress become overwhelming and prevent us from doing everyday activities, an anxiety disorder may be the cause.
The Amerikan Therapy team dives into what it is like to live with an anxiety disorder and debunks the misnomers surrounding this very common mental health challenge. The show's resident Psychiatrist, Dr. Tanya Royster MD, breaks down the facts and shares insights on when to know if you might need to seek professional help. Amerikan Therapy continues to evolve the conversation surrounding all things black mental health, and this is definitely a can't miss episode.
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the population every year. Anxiety disorders are highly treatable, yet only 36.9% of those suffering receive treatment. These disorders develop from a complex set of risk factors, including genetics, brain chemistry, personality, and life events. Anxiety disorders also often co-occur with other disorders such as depression, eating disorders, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). [Source: National Alliance on Mental Illness; https://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Mental-Health-Conditions/Anxiety-Disorders]
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As the population ages, more caregiving is being provided by people who aren't health care professionals. About 1 in 3 adults in the United States provides care to other adults as informal caregivers. A caregiver is anyone who provides help to another person in need, such as an ill spouse or partner, a disabled child, or an aging relative. However, family members who are actively caring for an older adult often don't self-identify as a "caregiver." Recognizing this role can help caregivers receive the support they need.
Amerikan Therapy gets personal in talking about their experiences as family caregivers to both Cancer and Alzheimers patients. Our guest clinicians come together to provide actionable tactics for managing the stress of being an adult caregiver. This is a no holds bar conversation on the emotional, mental and financial impacts of being the caregiver for another’s adult.
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Amerikan Therapy sits down with two high functioning professionals who both manage chronic depression while leading busy and productive lives. Both guests opened up and shared their journey with our audience in an effort to expand awareness of how depression manifests in many different forms. Our experts share how high functioning people often suffer unbeknownst to their closest friends and family.
According to a 2015 report by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, an estimated 6.1 million adults aged 18 or older in the United States had at least one major depressive episode in the past year. This number represented 6.7 percent of all U.S. adults. What’s more, anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States, affecting 40 million adults in the aged 18 and older, or 18 percent of the population. With the commonality of depression, the experience of the symptoms varies greatly. Depression may not always be obvious to those around you, and we need to talk about the implications of this.
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Dr. Joy DeGruy is a nationally and internationally renowned researcher, educator, author, and presenter. Dr. DeGruy is the author of the groundbreaking book, Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome - America's Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing which addresses the residual impacts of trauma on African descendants in the Americas. Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome lays the groundwork for understanding how the past has influenced the present and opens up the discussion of how we can use the strengths we have gained to heal. She is a tell-it-like-it-is ambassador for healing and a voice for those who’ve struggled in search of the past and continue to struggle through the present. She sits down with Amerikan Therapy for an intimate conversation on race and healing.
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With the increasing usage of social media today mental health is affected immensely especially in teens. In this show, we talk about how people expose themselves via social media and how typical stereotypes affect the mind and image of oneself. As we post on social media we can reveal personal information as well as change ourselves so we fit into a likable stereotype. Our cast also discusses their battles with social media as well as how likes on social media can play a huge role in someone's life and can affect a person's life.
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With one and four black men touching the system in some capacity, every black person in America is impacted by mass incarceration. This show offers an intimate look into how two young black men from supportive families found themselves attracted to street life which inevitably ensnared them in the system.
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Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a mental disorder in which a person focuses on an imagined physical characteristic or a minor flaw that they find unattractive, others often do not see the characteristic. As a result, people with this disorder believe that they are "ugly". In this show, the cast and guests discuss what BDD is and how it can affect a person's life as well as how it can develop and how to deal with it. As a black person having a darker skin tone than many people of color around you and black beauty standards can play a huge role in how a black person views themself. There are many different body types that people have but a lot of body types are not represented or praised in society.
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This show is an ode to anyone out there that has ever worked with an asshole. We discuss how to navigate when dealing with the standard asshole versus your personal office nemesis. Our experts provide some tough critique to our host common workplace dilemmas. This episode is a must listen for anyone trying to navigate the waters of a toxic workplace.
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Amerikan Therapy teamed up with the District of Columbia's Department of Behavioral Health to produce our first "LIVE" show. The show was recorded live at the Historic Howard Theatre where so many great legends have touched the stage. The majority of the live audience for this show are teens and youth from the District of Columbia and they wanted to have their voices heard for this epic live event.
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How Do We Heal The Trauma of Negative Police Interactions?
With the rise in viral awareness of police brutality against African American's, there is an even greater urgency to find solutions for the trauma inflicted on the black community from negative police interactions. This conversation provides a solution-oriented approach, featuring Dr. Bahiyyah Muhammad a global thought leader on policing in black and impoverished communities.
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With all the recent news surrounding both the legalization and use of cannabis for medicinal and healing purposes, we decided to sit down with some of the preeminent black scholars in the space to have an open and provocative discussion on the pros and cons of the legal use of marijuana for African Americans, especially when dealing with mental health challenges. This is a lively discussion that you will surely want to have your pen and pad ready to document the wealth of research presented on either side of the debate.
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With the increasing number of cases of new infections of STIs within the black community, this show lifts the veil on how to navigate the anxiety of sharing your infection status. Our guests share their stories of living with two very common STIs, Herpes and HIV. They open up about what it was like to find out they were infected and share how they took power over their status.
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This show offers a revealing look into how black men deal with their emotional pain and hurt. We explore how that pain manifests in the lives of the black men, and how they can begin to heal this often unspoken hurt.
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We discuss the anxiety that all of us feel when it comes to our financial status. We have all had the embarrassing experience of having a card declined, or a collection call while at work. This show is for those that know they need to improve how they manage their money and have even read and studied how to improve their financial standing, yet still can't seem to get it together. The show's guest will explain how understanding our Financial Love Language and emotional behaviors, will empower us to change our financial behaviors.
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We bring together a sister circle to discuss the complexity, beauty, and pain of black mother-daughter relationships. These women come together to share openly about the intimate struggles they've faced in their own mother-daughter relationships.
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When you are at a mental and emotional breaking point, when do you move from taking your problems to the altar and into a therapist office? Normalizing mental health therapy within the black community, and understanding when we need professional help. Can pastors help to lead their parishioners to the therapist couch, and what does that look like within the black church?
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