Therapy for Black Girls
671 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 5.4K ratingsThe Therapy for Black Girls podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves.
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Session 87: Entrepreneurship & Mental Health
December 12, 2018 08:00 - 35 minutesFor today’s episode, we’re digging into some of the common challenges that come up for entrepreneurs that can impact our mental health. For this conversation, I was joined by Samara Stone, LCSW-C. Samara and I chatted about some of the mental health challenges that are common for entrepreneurs, the importance of a healthy support system, and how to get in touch with your real why for wanting to start a business. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Session 86: The Gift of Boundaries
December 05, 2018 08:00 - 33 minutesFor today’s episode, we’re digging a little deeper into the importance of boundaries and how they protect us. For this conversation I was joined by Kim Knight. LMHC. Kim and I chatted about why it’s so important to set boundaries, how to get beyond the idea that boundary setting means hurting someone’s feelings, how to teach boundaries to kids, and how setting boundaries can result in more fulfilling relationships. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
The Gift of Boundaries
December 05, 2018 08:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBFor today’s episode, we’re digging a little deeper into the importance of boundaries and how they protect us. For this conversation I was joined by Kim Knight. LMHC. Kim and I chatted about why it’s so important to set boundaries, how to get beyond the idea that boundary setting means hurting someone’s feelings, how to teach boundaries to kids, and how setting boundaries can result in more fulfilling relationships. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Se...
Managing Our Many Roles
November 28, 2018 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBFor this week's episode, we're looking at the multiple roles we might have as women and how these roles can impact how we see ourselves. For this conversation I was joined by Sara Elysée, LMHC and we chatted about some of the ways our multiple roles as women impact our identity, how to hold on to who we are after life transitions, mommy guilt, and how to manage all of these roles while making sure to take care of ourselves. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwo...
Session 85: Managing Our Many Roles
November 28, 2018 08:00 - 24 minutesFor this week's episode, we're looking at the multiple roles we might have as women and how these roles can impact how we see ourselves. For this conversation I was joined by Sara Elysée, LMHC and we chatted about some of the ways our multiple roles as women impact our identity, how to hold on to who we are after life transitions, mommy guilt, and how to manage all of these roles while making sure to take care of ourselves. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork...
Session 84: A Few Things to Consider
November 21, 2018 08:00 - 6 minutesIn this week's episode I shared my thoughts about all of the unsolicited advice Black women seem to get about who we need to be to be partnered and how we should be in partnerships and offered 7 things for you to consider in making your own decisions about your relationships. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
A Few Things to Consider
November 21, 2018 08:00 - 6 minutes - 5.89 MBIn this week's episode I shared my thoughts about all of the unsolicited advice Black women seem to get about who we need to be to be partnered and how we should be in partnerships and offered 7 things for you to consider in making your own decisions about your relationships. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Session 83: Life After Divorce
November 14, 2018 08:00 - 30 minutesFor this week's episode, we're exploring many of the transitions that occur after a divorce. For this conversation I was joined by Chautè Thompson, LMHC who is a therapist in Florida. Chautè and I discussed some of the common challenges that might come up when contemplating a divorce or after a divorce, things to be mindful about when coparenting after a divorce, tips for knowing when you’re ready to date again, and she shared some of her favorite resources about life after divorce. Learn m...
Life After Divorce
November 14, 2018 08:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBFor this week's episode, we're exploring many of the transitions that occur after a divorce. For this conversation I was joined by Chautè Thompson, LMHC who is a therapist in Florida. Chautè and I discussed some of the common challenges that might come up when contemplating a divorce or after a divorce, things to be mindful about when coparenting after a divorce, tips for knowing when you’re ready to date again, and she shared some of her favorite resources about life after divorce. Learn...
Stop Shoulding On Yourself
November 07, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutes - 8.31 MBIn this week's episode I discuss how our language impacts our mental health, specifically when it's filled with things we "should" do or be and shared 5 tips for how you can stop "shoulding" on yourself. I also announced our brand new Therapy for Black Girls community, The Yellow Couch Collective. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Session 82: Stop Shoulding On Yourself
November 07, 2018 08:00 - 9 minutesIn this week's episode I discuss how our language impacts our mental health, specifically when it's filled with things we "should" do or be and shared 5 tips for how you can stop "shoulding" on yourself. I also announced our brand new Therapy for Black Girls community, The Yellow Couch Collective. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Session 81: What's Your Relationship to Substances?
October 31, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutesFor this week's episode, we're helping you explore your relationship with substances. For this conversation I was joined by Dr. Delishia Pittman. Dr. Pittman and I discussed how you can tell if your use of substances has become more than recreational, the steps you can take to get help if you think you might be struggling, how some of our cultural practices may be contributing to masking issues with substance abuse, and how to help if you think a friend may be struggling with their substance ...
What's Your Relationship to Substances?
October 31, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBFor this week's episode, we're helping you explore your relationship with substances. For this conversation I was joined by Dr. Delishia Pittman. Dr. Pittman and I discussed how you can tell if your use of substances has become more than recreational, the steps you can take to get help if you think you might be struggling, how some of our cultural practices may be contributing to masking issues with substance abuse, and how to help if you think a friend may be struggling with their substance ...
Session 80: Sexual Freedom
October 24, 2018 07:00 - 28 minutesFor this week's episode, we dive into some of the double standards that exist when discussing women's vs. men's sexuality. For this conversation I am joined by Shamyra Howard, LCSW. Shamyra and I discussed why this double standard exists, how Black women can be more active in exploring their sexuality, her thoughts about friends with benefits, and of course she shared her favorite resources. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Sexual Freedom
October 24, 2018 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBFor this week's episode, we dive into some of the double standards that exist when discussing women's vs. men's sexuality. For this conversation I am joined by Shamyra Howard, LCSW. Shamyra and I discussed why this double standard exists, how Black women can be more active in exploring their sexuality, her thoughts about friends with benefits, and of course she shared her favorite resources. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listen...
Managing Struggles with Fertility
October 17, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBThis week I'm joined by another one of my incredible line sisters to discuss struggles with fertility. Our guest therapist this week is Licensed Psychologist, Dr. Andreka Peat. Dr. Peat and I discussed some of the cultural issues that impact the conversation around Black women and fertility, some of the alternative paths to motherhood her clients have employed, how she helps her clients manage their mental health through these processes, and she shared her favorite resources. Learn more a...
Session 79: Managing Struggles with Fertility
October 17, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutesThis week I'm joined by another one of my incredible line sisters to discuss struggles with fertility. Our guest therapist this week is Licensed Psychologist, Dr. Andreka Peat. Dr. Peat and I discussed some of the cultural issues that impact the conversation around Black women and fertility, some of the alternative paths to motherhood her clients have employed, how she helps her clients manage their mental health through these processes, and she shared her favorite resources. Learn more abo...
Mindfulness
October 10, 2018 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBShawna Murray-Browne, LCSWC is back with us this week to talk all about mindfulness. Shawna and I chatted about the definition of mindfulness, she addressed some of the myths you may have heard about mindfulness, she shared some ways you can begin to incorporate it into your life, and of course she shared her favorite resources. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Session 78: Mindfulness
October 10, 2018 07:00 - 47 minutesShawna Murray-Browne, LCSWC is back with us this week to talk all about mindfulness. Shawna and I chatted about the definition of mindfulness, she addressed some of the myths you may have heard about mindfulness, she shared some ways you can begin to incorporate it into your life, and of course she shared her favorite resources. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
The Truth About Self Care
October 03, 2018 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBIn today's episode we talk all about the truth about self-care. For this conversation I was joined by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC. Maria and I chatted all about what self care actually is, how self care has been commercialized, why it’s so important for us to practice self care as Black women, and of course she shared her favorite resources to help you develop your own self care plan. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...
Session 77: The Truth About Self Care
October 03, 2018 07:00 - 27 minutesIn today's episode we talk all about the truth about self-care. For this conversation I was joined by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC. Maria and I chatted all about what self care actually is, how self care has been commercialized, why it’s so important for us to practice self care as Black women, and of course she shared her favorite resources to help you develop your own self care plan. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Session 76: Pregnancy & Postpartum Concerns
September 26, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutesToday's episode features my conversation with Dr. Kristy Christopher-Holloway, LPC, NCC, DCC, ACS about what life can look like during pregnancy, birth and in the postpartum period.. Dr. Christopher-Holloway and I discussed the growing research around Black women’s experiences giving birth, how the process of giving birth can be traumatic, postpartum depression and how it’s different from the baby blues, and how we can be strong advocates for ourselves in medical settings. Learn more about y...
Pregnancy & Postpartum Concerns
September 26, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBToday's episode features my conversation with Dr. Kristy Christopher-Holloway, LPC, NCC, DCC, ACS about what life can look like during pregnancy, birth and in the postpartum period.. Dr. Christopher-Holloway and I discussed the growing research around Black women’s experiences giving birth, how the process of giving birth can be traumatic, postpartum depression and how it’s different from the baby blues, and how we can be strong advocates for ourselves in medical settings. Learn more about...
Do You Self-Sabotage?
September 19, 2018 07:00 - 8 minutes - 8.21 MBThis week, by request, we're chatting about self-sabotage. What it is, why we do it, and how to stop! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Session 75: Do You Self-Sabotage?
September 19, 2018 07:00 - 8 minutesThis week, by request, we're chatting about self-sabotage. What it is, why we do it, and how to stop! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Session 74: Body Image & Black Women Athletes
September 12, 2018 07:00 - 31 minutesToday's episode features my conversation with Natalie Graves, LCSW, CADC, all about Black women athletes and body image. Natalie and I discussed some of the common concerns Black women athletes face, how Black women’s bodies are seen and critiqued in sports, and we discussed body image issues as it relates to athletes but also to Black women generally. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Body Image & Black Women Athletes
September 12, 2018 07:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBToday's episode features my conversation with Natalie Graves, LCSW, CADC, all about Black women athletes and body image. Natalie and I discussed some of the common concerns Black women athletes face, how Black women’s bodies are seen and critiqued in sports, and we discussed body image issues as it relates to athletes but also to Black women generally. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Booster Session: What Was Your U.S. Open Moment?
September 09, 2018 17:52 - 5 minutesThis booster session was inspired by this weekend's U.S. Open during which Serena Williams was unfairly penalized. This happened for the world to see but all Black women have their own version of this story. In this episode I briefly share some of my thoughts about the unfair ways in which Black women are treated and then demonized for their rightful reaction to said treatment. In short, we're exhausted! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
What Was Your U.S. Open Moment
September 09, 2018 17:52 - 5 minutes - 5.04 MBThis booster session was inspired by this weekend's U.S. Open during which Serena Williams was unfairly penalized. This happened for the world to see but all Black women have their own version of this story. In this episode I briefly share some of my thoughts about the unfair ways in which Black women are treated and then demonized for their rightful reaction to said treatment. In short, we're exhausted! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudi...
Session 73: When Trust is Broken
September 05, 2018 07:00 - 44 minutesToday's episode focuses on what happens when trust has been violated in a relationship and how to repair it. For this conversation I was joined by Dr. Tanisha Sapp, LPC, CST, NCC, ACS, MAC, SAP. Dr. Sapp and I discussed the importance of actually verbalizing expectations to our partners, developing a trust bank with your partner, how violations of trust impact intimacy, and she shared some of her favorite resources. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
When Trust is Broken
September 05, 2018 07:00 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBToday's episode focuses on what happens when trust has been violated in a relationship and how to repair it. For this conversation I was joined by Dr. Tanisha Sapp, LPC, CST, NCC, ACS, MAC, SAP. Dr. Sapp and I discussed the importance of actually verbalizing expectations to our partners, developing a trust bank with your partner, how violations of trust impact intimacy, and she shared some of her favorite resources. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com ...
Are You Being Honest with Your Therapist
September 03, 2018 06:00 - 5 minutes - 4.67 MBThis booster session was inspired by HBO's Insecure, Season 3, Episode 4. In this episode we saw that Molly is still meeting with her therapist (YAY) but also see that she hasn't told her the entire truth so I wondered if maybe some of you were struggling with withholding some information from your therapist. In this episode I discussed two reasons you might be withholding and what you can do about it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio....
Booster Session: Are You Being Honest with Your Therapist?
September 03, 2018 06:00 - 7 minutesThis booster session was inspired by HBO's Insecure, Season 3, Episode 4. In this episode we saw that Molly is still meeting with her therapist (YAY) but also see that she hasn't told her the entire truth so I wondered if maybe some of you were struggling with withholding some information from your therapist. In this episode I discussed two reasons you might be withholding and what you can do about it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Taking Care of Yourself as a Caregiver
August 29, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBToday's episode features my conversation with Reinette Arnold, LCSW, MAC, FVIP about taking care of your mental health as a caregiver. Reinetter and I discussed some of the common challenges that come up for caregivers, managing your emotions as a caregiver, how to engage your support system, why self care is so important as a caregiver, and how to engage in clear and effective communication with family and friends related to caregiving. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.ihe...
Session 72: Taking Care of Yourself as a Caregiver
August 29, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutesToday's episode features my conversation with Reinette Arnold, LCSW, MAC, FVIP about taking care of your mental health as a caregiver. Reinetter and I discussed some of the common challenges that come up for caregivers, managing your emotions as a caregiver, how to engage your support system, why self care is so important as a caregiver, and how to engage in clear and effective communication with family and friends related to caregiving. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.ihear...
Session 71: Building Intentional Relationships
August 22, 2018 07:00 - 31 minutesToday's episode features my conversation with Melissa Dumaz, LMFT about creating intentional relationships with our partners. Melissa and I chatted about the best ways to be more intentional in your relationship, how to fight fair, the importance of apologies and how to offer them correctly, and she shared her favorite resources, including her book, The Love Challenge. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Building Intentional Relationships
August 22, 2018 07:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBToday's episode features my conversation with Melissa Dumaz, LMFT about creating intentional relationships with our partners. Melissa and I chatted about the best ways to be more intentional in your relationship, how to fight fair, the importance of apologies and how to offer them correctly, and she shared her favorite resources, including her book, The Love Challenge. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...
Session 72: Building Intentional Relationships
August 22, 2018 07:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBToday's episode features my conversation with Melissa Dumaz, LMFT about creating intentional relationships with our partners. Melissa and I chatted about the best ways to be more intentional in your relationship, how to fight fair, the importance of apologies and how to offer them correctly, and she shared her favorite resources, including her book, The Love Challenge. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...
Social Media & Mental Health
August 15, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBToday's episode features my conversation with Dr. Audrey Townsel, a Licensed Psychologist in Memphis, TN and my line sister. :) Dr. Townsel and I chatted about how social media platforms can impact our self esteem, why the comparisons we make between ourselves and others on social media aren’t entirely accurate, and she shared her favorite tips for helping you to have a healthier relationship with social media. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See o...
Session 71: Social Media & Mental Health
August 15, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBToday's episode features my conversation with Dr. Audrey Townsel, a Licensed Psychologist in Memphis, TN and my line sister. :) Dr. Townsel and I chatted about how social media platforms can impact our self esteem, why the comparisons we make between ourselves and others on social media aren’t entirely accurate, and she shared her favorite tips for helping you to have a healthier relationship with social media. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See om...
Session 70: Social Media & Mental Health
August 15, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutesToday's episode features my conversation with Dr. Audrey Townsel, a Licensed Psychologist in Memphis, TN and my line sister. :) Dr. Townsel and I chatted about how social media platforms can impact our self esteem, why the comparisons we make between ourselves and others on social media aren’t entirely accurate, and she shared her favorite tips for helping you to have a healthier relationship with social media. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Hella Loose Boundaries
August 13, 2018 07:00 - 6 minutes - 6.31 MBToday's session is a booster session because I just couldn't wait to share my thoughts about the Season 3 premiere of HBO's Insecure and why I think this season will explore one of my favorite topics, boundaries! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Booster Session: Hella Loose Boundaries
August 13, 2018 07:00 - 6 minutesToday's session is a booster session because I just couldn't wait to share my thoughts about the Season 3 premiere of HBO's Insecure and why I think this season will explore one of my favorite topics, boundaries! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Session 70: Hella Loose Boundaries
August 13, 2018 07:00 - 6 minutes - 6.3 MBToday's session is a booster session because I just couldn't wait to share my thoughts about the Season 3 premiere of HBO's Insecure and why I think this season will explore one of my favorite topics, boundaries! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Session 69: Healing Intergenerational Trauma
August 08, 2018 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBToday's episode features my conversation with Shaketa Robinson-Bruce, a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor in Atlanta, GA. Shaketa and I chatted about the definition of intergenerational trauma, what this looks like in our community, how it impacts our relationships, how therapy can help to heal from intergenerational trauma, and she shared her favorite books about this topic in case you want to read more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheart...
Healing Intergenerational Trauma
August 08, 2018 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBToday's episode features my conversation with Shaketa Robinson-Bruce, a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor in Atlanta, GA. Shaketa and I chatted about the definition of intergenerational trauma, what this looks like in our community, how it impacts our relationships, how therapy can help to heal from intergenerational trauma, and she shared her favorite books about this topic in case you want to read more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartp...
Healing After Miscarriage
August 01, 2018 07:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBToday's episode features my conversation with Jeanae Hopgood, LMFT, a couples & family therapist, clinical sexologist and sexuality educator in the Philadelphia area. Jeanae and I discussed healing after a miscarriage. We chatted about some of the common challenges experienced after a miscarriage, how miscarriages impact partnerships, how to support a loved one who’s had a miscarriage, and of course she shared all her favorite books for you to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choices ...
Session 68: Healing After Miscarriage
August 01, 2018 07:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBToday's episode features my conversation with Jeanae Hopgood, LMFT, a couples & family therapist, clinical sexologist and sexuality educator in the Philadelphia area. Jeanae and I discussed healing after a miscarriage. We chatted about some of the common challenges experienced after a miscarriage, how miscarriages impact partnerships, how to support a loved one who’s had a miscarriage, and of course she shared all her favorite books for you to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choices...
On the Couch with Tasha & James St. Patrick
July 25, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBToday we have an On the Couch episode featuring Tasha & James (Ghost) St. Patrick of the hit show on STARZ, Power. For this episode I was joined by Dr. QuaVandra Perry who is a Licensed Psychologist in Texas. Dr. Perry and I discussed what kinds of concerns might bring Tasha and James to therapy, how she might help them improve their communication, how she might help them work through their grief, and of course she shared all of her favorite resources for couples. This episode does contain sp...
Session 67: On the Couch with Tasha & James St. Patrick
July 25, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBToday we have an On the Couch episode featuring Tasha & James (Ghost) St. Patrick of the hit show on STARZ, Power. For this episode I was joined by Dr. QuaVandra Perry who is a Licensed Psychologist in Texas. Dr. Perry and I discussed what kinds of concerns might bring Tasha and James to therapy, how she might help them improve their communication, how she might help them work through their grief, and of course she shared all of her favorite resources for couples. This episode does contain sp...