Soul Talk For Black Folks

Can you believe it? We finished the entire first season of Soul Talk for Black Folks!! In our season finale episode, we give a brief overview of our conversations with this season's guests, share some interesting things we learned during each episode, and talk about how we hope each episode created more openness to discuss mental health concerns within the Black community. Thanks again to all of our Season 1 guests, and to each of our amazing and supportive listeners. Love, your soul sistahs, Sarah and LaToya

In this episode, we speak with Dr Catherine Jackson, a licensed clinical psychologist and a board certified neurotherapist. Dr J is a sought after international speaker and media expert who's been featured in Forbes, Oprah Magazine, The Huffington Post, CNN and many other media outlets. Dr J shares with us why, as a Black community, we many times tend to have a hustle mentality, she discusses some ways that we can retrain our brain to be less impulsive and reactive and provides ways Black folks can go about finding the right therapist for them. Listen to this episode... your mind, body and soul will thank you!

In this episode we talk with Carmen Jimenez-Pride, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Carmen discusses tips on supporting kids struggling with anxiety due to the pandemic, why it's okay to be a 'good enough mother,' and how to have conversations with our sons and daughters about what it can mean to be Black in America. 

In this episode, we talk with LaToshia Rouse, a birth and postpartum doula and the owner of Birth Sisters Doula Services. LaToshia shares her experience with having triplets at 26 weeks gestation via an emergency vaginal delivery. LaToshia discusses the ways her NICU experience and her personal pregnancy, birth and postpartum experiences shape her work. Listen in to hear more about postpartum depression and ways Black women can increase social support during and following pregnancy.

In this episode, we talk with Jessica Crunkleton, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), and a Certified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor Level II. Jessica shares areas of concern related to stepfamily dynamics, unique challenges that African-American stepfamily couples face, and ways to begin the process of building a new family identity when two families come together.

In this episode we talk with O.L. and Sway Buckley, Co-Founders of Marriedpreneur Life Institute and the hosts of The Marriedpreneur Life podcast where they help faith-based married entrepreneurs create momentum in life and business. The Buckley's share about incorporating faith and business, the importance of clarity, structure and productivity using their F.R.A.M.E. method. So if you want to hear more about ways to be a successful Marriedprenuer, listen in as O.L. Sway share how they help align couples to walk purposefully, powerfully and profitably in sync!

Have you ever wondered how on Earth you are supposed to handle all of the things with your family life, while also prioritizing your own health? Well it sounds like you are listening to the right episode! In this episode we talk with Dr Lisa N. Folden, a Licensed Physical Therapist, mom-focused health coach and the owner of Healthy Phit Physical Therapy & Wellness Consultants in Charlotte, NC.  As a body positive women’s health expert and health at every size (HAES) ambassador, Dr. Folden assists women seeking a healthier lifestyle by guiding their wellness choices through organization, planning strategies and holistic goal setting. Dr. Folden is a mom of three, published author and speaker who understands the complex needs of the modern busy woman. Therefore, she considers helping busy moms find their ‘healthy’ as one of her of top priorities. So grab some coffee, or a cup of tea and listen in, as we Soul Talk!

In this episode, we talk with Louis Reed, Board-Certified Addictions Counselor and Licensed Alcohol & Addictions Practitioner about a topic that does not get discussed enough- prison reform. Louis is the Sr. Director of Membership and Partnerships for the REFORM Alliance and has years of experience in government, criminal justice expertise, policy advocacy, public health, as well as personal impact, as he served nearly 14 years in federal prison and several years on supervision. During this episode, we talk about what prison reform is, the way imprisonment disproportionately affects those loving in poverty, and the Black and Brown communities, and alternatives to imprisonment that should be considered. 

This episode was created for anyone who has experienced, or is currently experiencing a divorce. This is a season that can be challenging for most people as there are a lot of changes, transitions, and emotions involved. In this episode, we sit down with Len Sturdivant, Relationship Expert & Life Coach, to talk about Post Romantic Stress Disorder, common challenges folks face, especially in the Black community, and ways to get to a place of peace and positive communication when dealing with ex-partners.

In this episode, we speak with DeShelle Burrowes, Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in assisting new moms with their transition to motherhood. DeShelle shares tips on various challenges new moms may experience, while also discussing concerns that may be more unique to Black moms. How can you learn ways to cope with these difficulties? When is it time to seek support? How do you find and access resources? Tune in to this episode to get the answers to these questions and more!     

In this episode, we chat with Ruth Unaegbu. She is a Registered Clinical Counselor and Clinical Supervisor in the Greater Vancouver area in British Colombia, Canada. This is our first Canadian guest! Whoop Whoop! She specializes in working with actors and other performing creatives, athletes, parents/caregivers and transracial adoptees. Since this is a topic that we don’t hear much about among Black folks, let's soul talk about foster adoptive families.  

In this episode we talk with Dr. Kristy Holloway, a Licensed Professional Counselor who is also certified in Perimental Health. She will share how infertility, postpartum depression, and birth trauma has significant impacts on the Black community, but how, unfortunately, these topics are rarely discussed. At Soul Talk for Black Folks, we are all about discussing taboo topics like these to help reduce these the stigma, and to help our folks improve their relationships with themselves and those around them. You don't want to miss this episode!

In this episode we talk with DeNeen Attard about ways Black women can be effective and successful leaders in their workplace, as well as ways men can support women by speaking up when they notice women being dismissed, overlooked, or put down by others in the office. This is a great episode, so hop over to your favorite podcast platform and press play to listen in on this empowering discussion!

In this episode, we talk to Tamara Mitchell-Davis, the CEO Wife, to learn about how she became a best selling author and successful entrepreneur. She shares ways you can get there, too, as well as marketing tips to help you take your business to the next level! If you are ready to level up in your business and/or learn more about the process of getting your book ideas from your mind into the hands of readers, then our next episode is for you!

In this's episode we share some expert dating tips for millennials including how to set healthy boundaries, how to stay in a positive state of mind and continue to feel strong and empowered.

In this episode, we talk with Jessica Bullock, Licensed Professional Counselor and Coach, about one of our favorite topics- reducing the stigma that makes it challenging for Black folks to seek mental health treatment. There's a misconception that faith and therapy cannot co-exist, and this prevents many folks in our community from seeking the support they need at times when it may be the best thing for them. We hope that after listening to this episode, folks will have a different understanding of the ways faith and therapy can work together to help folks get through challenging times.

Have you noticed that for some folks in the Black community, when we hear words such as “holistic”, reiki, yoga, meditation, red flags go up and folks turn the other way? Well in this episode, La’Toya will explain what is meant by holistic services and we are going to debunk some myths about holistic treatments. This episode is a good reminder that therapy and healing from trauma is not just about sitting in a chair and talking to a therapist for 45 mins.

In this episode, we discuss keys to overcoming adversity, along with numerous tips and resources that can provide you with support during challenging times. As always, at the end we will offer you an action item to take with you throughout the next week, to help jumpstart towards living the soulful life that you desire.  

In this episode we talk about parenting in the Black community. This conversation normalizes some of the expectations and challenges we experience as Black parents. We also share some parenting tips to rejuvenate the relationship between you and your child. 

In this episode, we share our thoughts on the causes of marital stress among Black couples and tools for transforming your relationship.   

Have you been so busy lately that you have not been prioritizing yourself? You find that you are constantly pushing yourself to the back-burner because someone else or something else needs your attention. In this episode, LaToya and Sarah talk about difficult challenges those in the Black community are facing, how folks are dealing with the pain, and ways and practical tips on how to work towards better coping, and self-healing. 

In this episode, we introduce ourselves and give you an idea of what to expect when you listen to Soul Talk for Black Folks. We each share our professional backgrounds, provide an introduction to our families, share the reasons we each chose careers in the mental health field, and discuss what we hope to provide for our listeners as they launch this new podcast.