Empowering Connections

In todays episode my guest is Dr. Tanya Martin, PsyD , Clinical Therapist and certified  Imago Therapist . Dr. Martin shares her expertise about relationships and how Imago Therapy helps to heal relationships. She shares how  relationship choices are based on our attractions to earlier relationships with our caregivers. If you want to learn how to communicate more effectively listen as Dr, Martin shares examples of how couples can learn to communicate better. 

Are you in need of coaching or counseling for anxiety, depression or having relationship problems? You can find me at  my website, (www.empoweringserenity.net ) or follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/connieakinslpc/and  join my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/empoweringserenityandguidance and  locate me on the Therapy for Black Girls website for counseling. 

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In the 51st  episode my guest is Dr. Melanie Ricaurte, PsyD, Clinical Psychologist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor.  Dr. Ricaurte is the Clinical Director of Harmony Holistic in Bethesda Maryland.  In this episode we explore the topic "Women and Sex " and she once again shares her expertise on this topic.   Dr. Ricaurte recommends that women express their sexual needs,  desires and have conversations about sex.  This podcast is for men to learn more and for women to gain confidence in expressing their sexual desires. 

Are you in need of coaching or counseling for anxiety, depression or having relationship problems? You can find me at  my website, (www.empoweringserenity.net ) or follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/connieakinslpc/and  join my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/empoweringserenityandguidance and  locate me on the Therapy for Black Girls website for counseling. 

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In episode 50 my guest is Dr. Melanie Ricaurte a certified ASSECT Sex Therapist and ASSECT Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor. In this episode Dr. Ricaurte shares her expertise about What is Sex Therapy and how it benefits couples. Dr. Ricaurte is the Director of Harmony Holistic in Bethesda Maryland and has a passion fo r working to improve the lives of couples and individuals who may encounter issues related to the relationship or human sexuality. 

Are you in need of coaching or counseling for anxiety, depression or having relationship problems? You can find me at  my website, (www.empoweringserenity.net ) or follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/connieakinslpc/and  join my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/empoweringserenityandguidance and  locate me on the Therapy for Black Girls website for counseling. 

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In episode 49 my guest is Nathalie Lowther Flores, a MBA  graduate from the University of Michigan - Ross School of Business  who is joining me again to talk about money and "Conscious Spending" a concept from the book " I Will Teach You to Be Rich "by Ramit Sethi a finance guru. Nathalie shares her thoughts and ideas about the book along teaching us about conscious spending.  Do you want to learn effective  ways to spend your money ? Are you looking for ideas to help you tame your spending habits and spend more on the things you love ? If so this podcast is for you. 

Are you in need of coaching or counseling for anxiety, depression or having relationship problems? You can find me at  my website, (www.empoweringserenity.net ) or follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/connieakinslpc/and  join my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/empoweringserenityandguidance and  locate me on the Therapy for Black Girls website for counseling. 

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In this episode number 48 my guest is Nicole Bell, Licensed Professional Counselor and Adjunct Counselor for OCC. She is sharing how parents can deal with the transitional period of when their child leaves home for college or career. Nicole shares her insight and how when your child leaves home it completely changes you. She shares some strategies on how to deal with your empty nest. 

Are you in need of coaching or counseling for anxiety, depression or having relationship problems? You can find me at  my website, (www.empoweringserenity.net ) or follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/connieakinslpc/and  join my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/empoweringserenityandguidance and  locate me on the Therapy for Black Girls website for counseling. 

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In episode 48 the last one  of this season join me as I share some tips for those of you who are single to enjoy the Holiday Season. Being single does not mean you can't have joy or are doomed to be lonely . Here are some practical tips on how to have a joyous season.  

In episode #47 my guest is Mia Reid, LLPC a local Limited Licensed Professional Counselor and the Founder of Change Happens Today therapy practice  in Southfield Michigan. Mia is also the founder of  The Charles W Reid Community Help Center.  Mia 's therapy practice and niche is helping other to overcome grief and trauma.  She is also an advocate for moms who have encountered grief via gun violence. She shares some expert advice on how to get through the holidays when struggling with grief.  

Are you in need of coaching or counseling for anxiety, depression or having relationship problems? You can find me at  my website, (www.empoweringserenity.net ) or follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/connieakinslpc/and  join my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/empoweringserenityandguidance and  locate me on the Therapy for Black Girls website for counseling. 

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In episode 46 my guest is Raynard Meridith a local Licesed Professional Counselor with a private practice in Southfield, Michigan . Raynard and I are sharing information about Situationships. Raynard says this is how you know you are in a situationship, " you have a relationship but you have no title and can't expect anything from the person you are in the situationship with and you are confused about roles" . If you want to know about this type of relationship please tune into the "Empowering Connections  Podcast"

Are you in need of coaching or counseling for anxiety, depression or your relationship? You can find me at  my website, (www.empoweringserenity.net ) or follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/connieakinslpc/and  join my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/empoweringserenityandguidance and  locate me on the Therapy for Black Girls website for counseling. 

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In episode #45 I help you understand some of the challenges involved in the co-parenting relationship. I will also educate you on ways to improve your co-parent relationships to help your children thrive physically, emotionally , mentally and socially.

Are you in need of coaching or counseling for anxiety, depression or your relationship? You can find me at  my website, (www.empoweringserenity.net ) or follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/connieakinslpc/and  join my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/empoweringserenityandguidance and  locate me on the Therapy for Black Girls website for counseling. 

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In episode 44 my guest is Nick DeNault, a local educator who shares his thoughts on Forgiveness. We explore ways to forgive and how forgiveness benefits your emotional, social and physical health.  We don't forgive to please others , we forgive to save ourselves. If you want to know more about forgiveness listen to this podcast.

Are you in need of coaching or counseling for anxiety, depression or your relationship? You can find me at  my website, (www.empoweringserenity.net ) or follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/connieakinslpc/and  join my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/empoweringserenityandguidance and  locate me on the Therapy for Black Girls website for counseling. 

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