Sassy Sessions

It's 2021, we are still in the midst of a world wide pandemic, and shit just ain't the same! Digital Dating is here and frankly some of us need to utilize these platforms. Not only do we need to be open minded and date! We also need to think about how the internet has made meeting people quick and easy. With a few strokes of the keyboard or a swipe on your phone, can can meet someone who lives in Europe or even Africa. However it doesn't matter if you are dating virtually, via an app, or face to face the same rules apply! 

5 black male therapist join together to discuss Men and Healing! We discuss everything from childhood upbringing to allowing men to express their feelings. This discussion shed some light on how men can seek help and how woman can support them in their journey. 

Kervin Searles - Kervin K. Searles is a native of Greenwood, South Carolina.  He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Anderson University and a Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University.  He is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate and the owner of Gravity Counseling Group which provides mental health counseling and guidance to all those seeking assistance developing coping skills to counteract undesired behaviors.

Rob Lawrence II - Rob is originally from New York City. Rob attended Duquesne University where he majored Psychology and Sociology, before moving up Forbes Avenue to the University of Pittsburgh where Rob completed his Master's in Social Work, with a focus in Mental Health. Rob has worked in the field for over eight years working in inpatient, emergency room, and outpatient settings working with adults afflicted with mental health or drug and alcohol issues.

Rob's approach to therapy is very eclectic. As he is very passionate about working with adults within the Black and African American Community and through this passion has found that pulling from varying experiences, theoretical frameworks, and the individual's own sense of comfortability makes for a more enriching therapy experience. 

Johnnie Geathers - Johnnie Geathers, MSW is an individual that loves helping others. Johnnie received his Bachelors in Human Development and Family Studies from Penn State University and his Masters in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. He is a Mental Health Therapist for Familylinks, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA under the Therapeutic Classroom model. In his position, Johnnie works with children in Pittsburgh Carmalt PreK-8  in the Therapeutic Classroom where the kids range from 1st to 3rd grade.

Andre Scott - Master's Degree in Psychology, Owner and Therapist at Able Vision Counseling and Consulting Services:3 plus years in therapy with a history of service coordination, afterschool programming, MH residential facilities, state government, etc. Wilkinsburg Borough Councilman, Married, Father of 3.

Thomas Davis - is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Motivator, and Encourager. Has a BS in Psychology and a MS in Counseling from Bowie State University. He is the Owner and Operator of Limitless Possibilities LLC in Washington DC. Member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.

In this session, I chat with new author Virronica Dixson on her new book Single Ladies Meet Your Married Selves (available on Amazon). In the book Virronica provides some tools for every woman who is single, in a relationship, newly married, and the seasoned married woman, who is looking for a refresher. 

In this episode we talk about how one of the most important relationships you could ever have is with SELF. Not having a relationship self and/or understanding of self can cause problems in other areas of your life. 

Special Guests: 

Detra Trueheart is a Life Purpose Generator, Speaker, Author, Strategist and Preacher. She is also the President/Founder of the Young Miss Buffalo Pageant (YMBP). She can be found at www.TrueheartSpeaks.com 

Christina Foster is a Clarity Coach. She teaches faith-based creators how to launch into entrepreneurship with strategy. Christina is the Creator/CEO of Clarify Your Calling and can be reached at msha.ke/clarifyyourcalling_booknow

In this episode, I sit down and talk with Valentino Shine Jr. as we discuss how relationships with our parents play a role in our decision making in other relationships in our life. What does healing look like once you have decided to leave?!

Special Guest Valentino Shine Jr. is the Founder of Shine Brand Management and Shine Digital Media and Management

This is the audio from a Facebook Live with some amazing young women sharing their stories. Stories that talk about Depression and Mental Health, Mental and Physical Abuse and most importantly GROWTH! Check it out!