Dr. Bianca Crudup, affectionally known as Dr. B, is a Clinical Psychologist and the owner of Crudup Psychological Services in Tampa Florida. Dr. Crudup obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Spelman College (2009) and her Master of Arts (2013) and Doctor of Philosophy (2016) degrees in Clinical Psychology from the University of Mississippi. On this week’s episode we explore some of the stigma’s, historical beliefs and progression that mental health has played within the African American community. Dr. B helps to bring her vast knowledge into this conversation and provide tips and tools for us moving forward.

Our guest this week is Chautè Thompson, LMHC, LPC, CDWF. Chautè Thompson is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida and Georgia, specializing in strengthening the family unit and helping families of separation and divorce to grow and heal. Ms. Thompson is also a 3x author and 2x best-selling author, speaker, certified daring way facilitator, consultant and the founder of Brand New Me, LLC. On this week’s episode the topic was what do women do in the meantime when a marriage or a relationship is ending and the transitional period is taking place. Ms. Thompson explores the topic and brings a clear and important message of what it means to start to work on understanding and loving self. Please listen as there are some strong and important takeaways.

This week we are joined by Zaire, aka Mystic Mamma, is a Holistic Birth and Postpartum Doula. Zaire discusses the importance of how our mental health and physical health play into child-bearing and the preparation process. Zaire explores the importance of birth support, lactation and postpartum supports along with paying attention to our mental health.

Megan Davis Aderele, MBA, who is an award-winning speaker, business architect and strategist. Megan is the co-founder of The Aditu Agency where she empowers and educates entrepreneurs and corporations on how to leverage corporate strategies. Megan discusses the importance of managing stress as women within the developmental process of business as well as overcoming insecurities that may seep in and create fear.

This week we are joined by Iris Logan to discuss the importance of women pushing through fear. Iris explores the relevance of walking through fear and how faith can be incorporated to move through some of those obstacles.

In this week’s episode we are joined by Michele Dawes Birt, the founder of Real Chick’s Rock. Michelle speaks with us about understanding the women behind the brand and sharing her on personal story. Michelle shares the importance of mentoring young ladies and women on their strengths and how to empower themselves.

This week we are joined by Teresa Syms, the owner of Teresa Syms Coaching in Woodstock, Ontario, Canada. Teresa discusses the importance of establishing boundaries and how that can be used to create a transition in one’s mindset in order to create healthy relationships. Teresa provides tips on how to start creating self-reflection and creating your own individual “circle of excellence”.

Dr. Loree Johnson is a License Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in working with women and couples dealing with the struggles of infertility and pregnancy loss. Dr. Johnson discusses some importance components on how to manage the stress of unexpected as well as how to support your spouse/partner. Dr. Johnson also explores the importance of maintain your mental health throughout the process of fertility challenges.