Mental Health Quickcast: Jhoanna Alba

In this powerful episode of Bailey & Buck Unplugged, the hosts sit down with Joanna Alba — founder of Alba Legacy, Co-Author of InHerPurpose , and Co-Founder of @RepurposeLegacy — a renowned custom fashion designer known for creating made-to-measure pieces for high-profile clients in sports and entertainment. But this conversation goes far beyond style.Joanna shares her deeply personal journey through childhood trauma, domestic violence, family separation, substance use, and suicidal thoughts, and how creativity became her lifeline. From thrifting and redesigning clothes as a kid to building a career in formalwear and launching her own brand, she explains how purpose-driven entrepreneurship helped her reclaim her voice and her future.The conversation explores forgiveness, rebuilding family relationships, and the role of faith, discipline, and service in healing. Joanna also opens up about losing a loved one to suicide, navigating grief, and why compassion matters in mental health conversations. Plus, she shares practical ways she resets today, including embracing solitude, prioritizing recovery, and protecting her peace.If you or someone you love is struggling, you’re not alone. Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (free and confidential). In an emergency, dial 911. More resources are available at kennedykids.org.