On this episode of Hey Queen, Thrive!, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Samaria Colbert who is a faith based LCSW who integrates her faith in God into her practice as a counselor. We discussed the concept of kingdom therapy and how you can have Faith in God and do your inner work to heal your wounds. This episode's Thriver Nuggets is all about 5 ways to keep your faith in trying times. 

Dr. Samaria Colbert info: 

personal website: www.samariacolbert.com

private practice website: www.kingdomcreativecounseling.com 

On this episode, I am sitting down with Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Sex Therapist Chasity Chandler to discuss all things sex and mental health. Our sex life plays a vital role in our mental health. Chasity is the owner of Center for Sexual Health and wellness. This episode was so good that there's no need for Thriver Nuggets this week. 

Chasity Contact info: 

Facebook: Chasity Chandler

IG: Chasforchange 

Website: www.centerforsexualhealthandwellness.com 

On this bonus episode, I share my personal experiences with navigating through Mother's day when your relationship with your mother is different then others. Also, this episode's Thriver Nuggets is all about coping on Mother's Day. 

On this episode, We are kicking of the month of May with a candid yet necessary conversation about mental health. May is Mental Health Awareness month.  I sat down with Lisa Gibson to discuss what it is like living with a mental illness and the stigmas surrounding mental health. This episode's Thriver Nuggets is all about mental health statistics from Nami.org. 

Lisa Gibson's contact:  

email:

Facebook: Lisa Gibson

Documentary: The Blind Stigma. 

On this episode, I am sharing what it is like to be in a holding pattern that God has placed you. I am discussing how you know what a holding pattern looks like, the purpose, plan, and process of the holding pattern and then I am wrapping it up with my Thriver Nuggets all about waiting on God. Don't forget to check out my website. www.leahmforney.com 

On this episode of Hey Queen, Thrive!, I am sitting down with financial coach Catherine Latoya Grant Alston of the Alston Kingdom. We discussed how to become financially independent and all that she has going on. This week's Thriver nuggets are 5 tips to becoming financial independent. 

Catherine Grant Alston's contact: 

Facebook: Alston Kingdom

Instagram: Alston Kingdom

LinkedIn: Catherine Latoya Grant Alston

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.grantalston.com

On this episode, I am sitting down with 2x Amazon Best Selling Author, Lashonda Wofford to discuss her latest book Pain equals Purpose. We had a candid conversation on how she has used her pain to pursue her God given purpose. This week's Thriver nuggets is all about defining your purpose. 

Lashonda's Contact info: 

Linkedin: Lashonda Wofford

Facebook: Lashonda Wofford

Instagram: Lashonda Wofford 

On this episode, I am sitting down with Mrs. Mia Pittman George who is the author of A journey to the real you. As she shares her story and testimony on how she learned to love and embrace the real her and so much more. Of course, I have my Thriver nuggets which is all about living out loud. 

Mia's Contact Info: 

Facebook: Mia Pittman George, The real trendsetter

Instagram: trendsetterstyleco

Website: www.therealtrendsetter.com 

On this episode, I am sitting down to chat with Theresa Mitchell who is the creator of Life After loss documentary. Theresa has a personal experience with miscarriages until she had her rainbow baby. She is using her story to bring awareness to this epidemic of maternal mortality and infertility issues that are plaguing the black and brown communities. This episode's Thriver Nuggets is all about infertility. 

Theresa Mitchell's Website: www.jheneproductions.com

Theresa Mitchell's email: [email protected]

Your host's website: www.leahmforney.com

*Trigger Warning* : This episode contains information on a heavy topic. If you are feeling triggered, please stop listening and take care of yourself. 

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. On this episode, I am sharing my own experience with sexual assault. I am providing statistics about sexual assault according to RAINN which stands for Rape Abuse Incest National Network. I am sharing ways that you can support your loved one through sexual assault. Of course, I am wrapping it up with my Thriver Nuggets: Recovering from sexual assault. 

Resources: 

National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-HOPE

National Suicide Prevention Line: 800-273-TALK