On this week's episode of The Black Woman's Confidant, Dr. Nicole explores the intricate emotions and difficulties parents encounter when experiencing an empty nest. Having recently navigated this personal journey, Dr. Nicole offers guidance on managing the emotional shifts as children leave home. She also provides insights on how to reassess personal aspirations, reignite forgotten interests, and embrace a renewed sense of self.

This week on The Black Woman's Confidant, Dr. Nicole discusses the relationship between introverted parents and their extroverted children. Drawing from her own experience as an introverted parent, Dr. Nicole offers advice on nurturing your child's confidence and social abilities while also preserving your own need for quiet time. She also provides strategies for balancing the distinct worlds of introversion and extroversion.

On this week’s episode, Dr. Nicole delves into the intricate dynamics of relationships with toxic parents. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Nicole uses her expertise to explore various forms of parental toxicity and how it could be impacting both your physical and mental well-being. Dr. Nicole also offers practical tips and coping strategies that can be used when dealing with a toxic parent.

On this week’s episode, Victoria Gichohi joins The Black Woman’s Confidant to discuss empowering young Black Girls and Women. As the Co-Founder of the non profit, Black Girls Leadership Academy, Victoria provides mentorship programs to young Black Girls and Women aged 11-24 nationwide. Currently, Victoria serves as the Program Manager for the Compton Community Health Professionals Partnership where she and her team are developing a pipeline of the next generation of health professionals in the city of Compton and surrounding areas. As someone who is engaged deeply within her community, Victoria shares insights on how we can support young Black Girls and Women in developing self-confidence and leadership skills as well as how they can empower themselves and others.

On this week's episode, Dr. Nicole Bryan, a certified leadership career coach, organizational consultant, and psychotherapist, joins the Black Woman's Confidant to discuss how introverted Black women are transforming the workplace culture. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Bryan, who describes her journey as from the 'Block to the Boardroom', specializes in empowering introverted women by helping them to define success on their own terms, lead with confidence, and skillfully navigate company politics. As an introvert herself, Dr. Bryan provides unique insights on leveraging introverted qualities as strengths and how you can use these qualities to maximize your income, influence and impact in the corporate world. 

Do you constantly feel like you're the one holding everything together, both emotionally and financially, for yourself and those around you? Is it often the case that you perceive yourself as the sole stable individual in your family? This week on The Black Woman's Confidant, Dr. Nicole delves into the emotional and physical toll of being the most stable person in your life. She also provides valuable advice on how to safeguard your mental health and manage this burden through establishing boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and reassessing certain relationships.

On this week’s episode, Shanice Watson joins The Black Woman’s Confidant to discuss her journey with navigating grief after child loss. Shanice Watson is a devoted wife, loving mother, licensed therapist under supervision, and faith-driven business owner. Drawing strength from her personal experiences and her walk with Christ, Shanice Watson has made it her life’s mission to help others navigate pain, find healing, and discover purpose in the midst of hardship. As someone who has experienced tragedy, Shanice gives insight into how she managed her own grief and mental health, while helping her family navigate their own.

On this week’s episode, Dr. Kristi Johnson joins The Black Woman’s Confidant to discuss her journey in dance and how she was able to find her rhythm on and off the dancefloor. Dr. Johnson is a debut children’s book author and seasoned dance educator, dedicated to inspiring young learners through movement. With over 20 years of experience as a dance educator and performing artist, Kristi’s work has been presented on national and international stages, including festivals, community theaters, university programs, and film. As someone who was able to achieve her dreams in the arts, Dr. Kristi gives insight on how you can find your own artistry and turn your dreams into reality.

On this week’s episode, Dr. Sophia Grant joins The Black Woman’s Confidant to discuss reclaiming your narrative and finding the strength to pivot. Dr. Sophia Grant is a board-certified pediatrician in general pediatrics and child abuse pediatrics. She is also the co-host of The 2 Sisters of a Certain Age Podcast with her sister Judy Grant where they explore life with intellect and humor through a medical and therapeutic lens. As someone who has pivoted many times in her life, Dr. Sophia Grant gives insight how she handled the curve balls life sent her way as well as why you don’t have to be known by your trauma.

On this week’s episode, Dr. Nina Joy Mena joins The Black Woman’s Confidant to discuss finding your joy, as well as her Inspire Joy Method. Dr. Nina Joy Mena, known as Dr. NJoy, is an Atlanta-based community psychiatrist, author, podcaster, and motivational speaker dedicated to promoting mental wellness and reducing mental health stigma in the Black community. As the founder of NJoy LIFE Living In Full Empowerment, LLC, and host of the Journey to Joy Live podcast, Dr. NJoy inspires resilience and joy through her work. As psychiatrists, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Nina Joy break down how focusing on your mental, physical, financial, social and aspirational health can help lead to a more balanced and joyful life.