Mind Your Mental

In this episode Dr. Martin is joined by Davia Roberts, Certified Yoga Teacher and Licensed Professional Counselor.  Ms. Roberts is the founder of the wellness platform, Redefine Enough, and host of the popular AFFIRM podcast.    

In this episode Dr. Martin discusses how friendships can evolve, change, or even diminish through different aspects of your life.

In this episode Dr. Martin discusses Black men and mental health with Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Houston-Downtown Dr. Erlanger "Earl" Turner.  Dr. Turner often contributes to news articles and maintains a blog as a media psychologist. His research interests include ethnic minority mental health, race relations, health equity, access to behavioral health services for youth, and cultural competency in clinical practice. You can also catch Dr. Turner on his weekly podcast - The Breakdown with Dr. Earl.

In this episode Dr. Martin talks about different factors that can make stressful life events more difficult to deal with and possible ways to take control over unavoidable stressors.

In this episode, Dr. Martin is joined by Dr. Jessica Jackson.  Dr. Jackson graduated with a Ph.D. in counseling psychology from New Mexico State University (NMSU) with a minor in Integrated Behavioral Health.  As a practitioner-scientist -advocate, her research focus has primarily centered around culturally competent clinical practice. Tune in to listen to them discuss how substance use is often used as a coping mechanism, being a minority while training in mental health, and more. 

In this episode Raquel is joined by Rhonda Khan, communication coach, performer, and founder of Simply Speech Solutions.  They talk about how Rhonda has learned to cope with her diagnoses of ADHD and an eating disorder as well as her one-woman show FOOD, an emotional comedy of her journey finding peace with food, her body, and herself and her work empowering women to speak with confidence and authenticity.  Rhonda can be found at www.rhondakhan.com   Instagram: @foodtheplay  

In this episode Raquel is joined by Dr. Jonathan Schettino, licensed psychologist and they talk about Agoraphobia and Social Anxiety Disorder.  Dr.  Schettino specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy for depression and anxiety and also enjoys working with clients regarding relationship difficulties, identity and phase-of-life concerns, career counseling, workplace stress and burnout, and men's issues.  He can be found at http://www.psychforward.com/ Resource mentioned: Sapiens: A Brief History of Mankind by Yuval Noah Harari  

In this episode Raquel is joined by Dr. Amber Thornton and they talk about their fears and anticipation about becoming new moms in the upcoming weeks.  Dr. Thornton's instagram is @dramberthornton and she can be found at her website www.dramberthornton.com   Dr. Amber Thornton is a clinical psychologist currently practicing in the DC area. She received her doctorate of psychology (PsyD) from Wright State University School of Professional Psychology in Dayton, OH and her Bachelors of Science in Psychology from The Ohio State University. She provides both individual and family therapy to children, adolescents and adults. Her areas of interest include childhood trauma, complex traumas, multiculturalism and diversity in clinical psychology and parent management training.

In this episode Raquel is joined by trauma counselor and Founder/CEO of Kuhltuhveyting Kantshes Kors, Dr. Jhanel Davis, Ed.D. and we discuss the steps that need to be taken to help acknowledge and heal from traumatic events. Dr. Davis can be found on instagram @thecalleddr_ and her business can be found on instagram @Kuhltuhveyting_Kantshes_Kors   Resources: Psalms 35 Book: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

In this episode Raquel is joined by Kaydian Murphy and they talk about the importance of the mind body connection and how it impact's Kaydian's daily progress.  Tune in to hear us discuss the importance of yoga, healthy eating, and embracing the outdoors in helping you maintain a balanced and healthy life. Kaydian's IG   Resources Mentioned: You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen Sincero Becoming by Michelle Obama Women at Work Podcast Women's Leadership Podcast Secrets of Wealthy Women Podcast

In this episode Raquel is joined by Saidah Murphy and they talk about her current mental health diagnoses of Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, and Depression. Saidah is the CEO of SM Media Enterprise, a film, television, and podcast production company based in San Diego, CA. With this company, Saidah works to create a safe space where women of color can freely tell their stories and share them with the world. Saidah also has a podcast entitled - Black Girls Need Love Too: A Healing Podcast   Saidah's IG Podcast IG   Resources Mentioned: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho "Whenever you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you achieve it" - Paulo Coelho

In this episode Raquel talks about how therapy is especially necessary for Black people given the specific stressors we face.   Please follow me on: Instagram :@MindYourMentalPodcast Facebook :Mind Your Mental Podcast  

In this episode Raquel talks about signs that it may be time to seek professional help.   Please follow me on: Instagram :@MindYourMentalPodcast Facebook :Mind Your Mental Podcast  

In this episode Raquel talks about the recent college scandal, barriers to success, and her own experience with overcoming roadblocks. Please follow me on: Instagram :@MindYourMentalPodcast Facebook :Mind Your Mental Podcast  

In this episode, Raquel talks about the importance of values in helping you attain a more improved mental health.

Mind your mental is a podcast that seeks to educate, empower, and uplift those seeking guidance through the monumental world of mental health.