EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 1H 4M
Dinisha Mingo: Faith, Healing and Leadership in Mental Health
from Prepare For Takeoff · host Terry L. Cyrus
In this inspiring episode, Dinisha Mingo, Founder and CEO of Mingo Health Solutions and Founder and Executive Director of Solutions of Change, shares her journey from growing up in Las Vegas to becoming a mental health advocate, entrepreneur and licensed minister.She reflects on being raised by her mother who was a functioning addict and caring for cousins who experienced severe childhood trauma and mental health challenges, which helped shape Dinisha's purpose. She discusses leaving Las Vegas after high school to attend college in Portland, Oregon and her current pursuit of a PhD at Fuller Theological Seminary.Dinisha shares how these experiences led to the creation of her organizations and her mission to serve underserved communities through mental health support, while highlighting the role of faith, resilience and self-trust in her leadership.This episode is a powerful conversation on growth and purpose that will leave you inspired and ready to Prepare For Takeoff.00:00 - Intro00:47 - Growing Up in Las Vegas03:21 - Challenges of Inner City Life06:06 - Navigating High School Experiences08:46 - Cultural Shock in College16:49 - Building Confidence and Resilience19:40 - Experiences with Racism and Kindness25:57 - Impact of Childhood on Professional Path27:33 - The Journey to Mental Health Advocacy27:33 - Founding Mingo Health Solutions37:07 - Establishing Solutions of Change39:13 - The Entrepreneurial Journey and Community Impact42:27 - Overcoming Doubt and Embracing Purpose50:15 - Pursuing Education and Spiritual Growth56:39 - Preparing for Takeoff Key Takeaways01:04:03 - Prepare For Takeoff ClosingThe future of business is yours to shape. Sign up for a free Shopify trial by clicking our Prepare For Takeoff affiliate link https://shopify.pxf.io/55LGnj.Start recording like a pro with Riverside, click our Prepare For Takeoff affiliate link https://riverside.sjv.io/jeVZYP to get started.
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In this inspiring episode, Dinisha Mingo, Founder and CEO of Mingo Health Solutions and Founder and Executive Director of Solutions of Change, shares her journey from growing up in Las Vegas to becoming a mental health advocate, entrepreneur and licensed minister.She reflects on being raised by her mother who was a functioning addict and caring for cousins who experienced severe childhood trauma and mental health challenges, which helped shape Dinisha's purpose. She discusses leaving Las Vegas after high school to attend college in Portland, Oregon and her current pursuit of a PhD at Fuller Theological Seminary.Dinisha shares how these experiences led to the creation of her organizations and her mission to serve underserved communities through mental health support, while highlighting the role of faith, resilience and self-trust in her leadership.This episode is a powerful conversation on growth and purpose that will leave you inspired and ready to Prepare For Takeoff.00:00 - Intro00:47 - Growing Up in Las Vegas03:21 - Challenges of Inner City Life06:06 - Navigating High School Experiences08:46 - Cultural Shock in College16:49 - Building Confidence and Resilience19:40 - Experiences with Racism and Kindness25:57 - Impact of Childhood on Professional Path27:33 - The Journey to Mental Health Advocacy27:33 - Founding Mingo Health Solutions37:07 - Establishing Solutions of Change39:13 - The Entrepreneurial Journey and Community Impact42:27 - Overcoming Doubt and Embracing Purpose50:15 - Pursuing Education and Spiritual Growth56:39 - Preparing for Takeoff Key Takeaways01:04:03 - Prepare For Takeoff ClosingThe future of business is yours to shape. Sign up for a free Shopify trial by clicking our Prepare For Takeoff affiliate link https://shopify.pxf.io/55LGnj.Start recording like a pro with Riverside, click our Prepare For Takeoff affiliate link https://riverside.sjv.io/jeVZYP to get started.
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