You asked, and Dr. Darlene answered. In this episode, Dr. Darlene responds to personal questions from viewers about some of life’s most meaningful and sometimes difficult topics, including therapy, dating, falling in love, parenting, and sustaining faith through challenging seasons. Join her for candid reflections and personal insights on relationships, family, healing, and what it means to keep growing through every season of life.

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Let’s have the conversation. This episode explores women’s sexual health, with a focus on the ways our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being intersect. Dr. Darlene shares what she has learned from and discussed with experts about women’s physical sexual health. She goes on to the psychological aspects of why understanding what you need is an essential part of self-care and how communicating those needs can transform the way women experience themselves and their relationships.

A Special Note About Our Scheduled Guests:

The experts originally scheduled to join Dr. Darlene for this conversation experienced a last-minute emergency and were unable to participate in the episode. We’re grateful for their willingness to be part of this important conversation and have included their bios below so you can learn more about their work and expertise.

Julia Toussaint, RN, MSN, MBA

Julia Toussaint is a registered nurse and healthcare professional with over 10 years of experience in high-acuity PACU care and clinical management. In 2023, she transitioned into medical aesthetics and founded Divine Glow Aesthetics, driven by her passion for women’s health and wellness. Under the expert mentorship of her partner, Teri Messina, Julia specialized in women’s sexual health, vaginal rejuvenation, and pelvic floor therapy. Currently pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), she is dedicated to providing evidence-based care in body contouring and sexual wellness, helping women feel confident, healthy, and vibrant through every stage of life.

Teri Messina, RN, PRP Specialist

With over a decade of clinical experience as a registered nurse in high-acuity emergency medicine, Terry combines exceptional clinical precision with a deep passion for women's sexual health and regenerative aesthetics. Recognizing a vital need for specialized care, she focused her practice on sexual health education and advanced rejuvenation, training directly under Dr. Charles Runels (the pioneer of the O-Shot ®). To date, Terry has performed over 3000 O-Shot ® procedures, mastering the use of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) to transform the lives of pre- and post-menopausal women. Serving the serving patients across Nassau and Suffolk County, she continues to advance the fields of pelvic floor therapy and vaginal rejuvenation, pairing her rigorous ER background with a compassionate, results driven approach to helping women reclaim their confidence and vitality.

For more information contact:

516-201-0726

516-343-8459

Sexual Health – divineglowaesthetics.com

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A frequent viewer question is, “How did you start writing books?” In this episode, Dr. Darlene takes you behind the scenes to answer that question honestly and personally. She shares the stories and circumstances that inspired each of her books and reveals how those experiences ultimately evolved into her newest series, B.L.O.O.M. Be Loving to Ourselves and Others More. It’s a story about inspiration, growth, and following an idea where it wants to lead.

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Content Advisory

This episode contains discussions of overdose, addiction, and grief that may be difficult for some viewers. Please take care while listening.

Love doesn't end with loss. It finds new ways to grow. In this inspiring episode, Dr. Darlene’s guest, Linda Nuszen, shares the life and legacy of her son, Adam, with honesty, warmth, and grace. After losing him to an overdose, she founded a nonprofit, Beading Hearts, dedicated to supporting people in recovery and reminding families that they are never alone. Together, Dr. Darlene and Linda explore grief, recovery, resilience, and the extraordinary ways love can create lasting change. This conversation is filled with courage, compassion, and the enduring impact of a mother's love.

https://beadinghearts.org

You Are Not Alone

If you or someone you love is struggling with substance use, help is available.

SAMHSA's National Helpline

1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Free, confidential support available 24/7.

Or visit findtreatment.gov to locate treatment and recovery resources.

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Why is the same behavior often interpreted differently based on who is doing it? In this powerful intergenerational conversation, Dr. Darlene and her grandson, Ilias Moore, share personal experiences and honest reflections of the challenges Black youth continue to face in today's schools. They discuss how Black students are frequently judged by a different standard than their white peers and the consequences of those perceptions. This examination of unequal treatment, implicit bias, and the disciplinary disparities that shape students’ educational experiences emphasizes the importance of creating more equitable learning environments through understanding and honest dialogue.

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Most of us believe we're fair, open-minded, and objective, but what if our unconscious biases are influencing our decisions and actions without us even realizing it?

In this impactful episode, Dr. Darlene and her guest, Laura Harding, activist, attorney, and CEO of Harding Strategies and Consulting, unpack two topics that often spark discomfort but are essential for creating more inclusive environments: implicit bias and microaggressions. They explore the hidden ways implicit bias shows up in everyday interactions, the impact of microaggressions, and how greater self-awareness can lead to stronger relationships, better communication, and more inclusive communities and organizations. By approaching these conversations with curiosity and openness, rather than assigning blame or getting defensive, we create opportunities for growth, understanding, and meaningful change by recognizing our blind spots and learning from them.

Guest Link: linkedin.com/in/laura-harding-42832410

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What does it take to build a friendship that not only survives differences but is strengthened by them? Dr. Darlene welcomes her best friend and chosen sister, Maureen Canter, for an honest conversation about the moments that shaped their lifelong bond. Through personal stories, laughter, vulnerability, and hard-earned wisdom, they share how navigating racial and cultural differences has deepened their trust, expanded their perspectives, and created a relationship rooted in love and mutual respect.

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Men's sexual health is about more than performance. It's about vitality, confidence, connection, and overall well-being. In this episode of Bloom, Dr. Darlene welcomes Dr. Elliot Forman and his partner, Marcia DeLeon, to discuss the most common challenges men face when it comes to sexual health and performance. Together, they explore the factors that can affect libido, energy, confidence, and function and how addressing overall health may play a role in improving quality of life, not just for men but for women as well. Join us for an informative and candid conversation that encourages everyone to prioritize their health, ask questions, and take proactive steps toward living well.

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In this deeply personal episode of Bloom, Dr. Darlene sits down with Melissa Marius-Burke for a heartfelt conversation about her father's bipolar disorder, his death by suicide, and the journey of grief that followed. Melissa reflects on how working with Dr. Darlene helped her gain a deeper understanding of her father's mental illness, which has helped her make sense of painful memories, process her loss, and find a path toward healing. Together, they explore how compassion, education, and honest conversation can transform confusion into understanding. Whether you've experienced mental illness in your own family, supported a loved one, or simply want to better understand the lasting impact it can have, this episode offers hope, perspective, and healing.

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In this episode of Bloom with Dr. Darlene, licensed clinical social worker Charles Cox shares expert insights into some of today's most common parenting challenges. Together, he and Dr. Darlene discuss how to move beyond generational parenting, offering practical ways to strengthen parent-child relationships, encourage open communication, and help children feel heard and understood. Strong parenting isn't about having all the answers; it's about creating a relationship where children feel safe enough to share their questions, struggles, and experiences. Whether you're parenting a toddler, school-aged child, or teenager, this conversation offers practical tools and insights to help your family flourish.

Guest Link

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Home - CHARLES E.COX LCSW-R

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