Therapy for Black Girls

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. On today's episode, I chatted with guest therapist Kiaundra Jackson, LMFT all about healthy relationships. We discussed how we can have healthy relationships even if we've never seen that modeled for us, the importance of truly listening to our partners, and the key elements of effective communication. Resources Mentioned The Do's and Don'ts of Effective Communication The Five Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman The 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work by Gottman & Silver Where to find Kiaundra kwcouplestherapy.com Facebook Instagram To join the Therapy for Black Girls Thrive Tribe therapyforblackgirls.com/tribe For more information and resources, visit the website at therapyforblackgirls.com. To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #TBGinSession. You can find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. If you have questions or inquiries, email us at [email protected] If you're interested in working with Dr. Joy as a therapist, you can find out more about the services offered here: 1. If you're in Georgia and would like to schedule an individual therapy session therapyforblackgirls.com/schedule 2. If you're in the Atlanta area and would like to join Dr. Joy's therapy group therapyforblackgirls.com/shift 3. To schedule a Jump Start Session to map out your road to success for your 1st year of college therapyforblackgirls.com/startstrong 4. To schedule a Breakup Support Session therapyforblackgirls.com/breakups Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. You probably often hear people say that we need healthy boundaries, but do you know what that means? In today's episode we define boundaries, discuss why they are important, and discuss 10 ways that we can build and preserve better boundaries. Resources 10 Ways to Build and Preserve Better Boundaries Boundaries by Townsend & Cloud If you're interested in working with Dr. Joy as a therapist, you can find out more about the services offered here: 1. If you're in Georgia and would like to schedule an individual therapy session therapyforblackgirls.com/schedule 2. If you're in the Atlanta area and would like to join Dr. Joy's therapy group therapyforblackgirls.com/shift 3. To schedule a Jump Start Session to map out your road to success for your 1st year of college therapyforblackgirls.com/startstrong 4. To schedule a Breakup Support Session therapyforblackgirls.com/breakups For more information and resources, visit the website at therapyforblackgirls.com. To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #TBGinSession You can find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. If you have questions or inquiries, email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves. In this week's episode we are joined by Renelle E. Nelson, LMFT, CST to discuss how a couple can recover from an affair. We discussed the 7 types of affairs, the hard work involved in recovering from an affair, and why it's important to talk about attractions to other people even before an affair happens. Where to Find Renelle Kaleidoscopeservicesllc.org Affairaftercare.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Resources Mentioned infidelityrecoveryinstitute.com The 7 Types of Affairs The hashtag for the podcast is #TBGinSession. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Find more information and resources at therapyforblackgirls.com If you have questions or inquiries, email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves. This week's episode is an On the Couch Episode all about Molly from HBO's hit show, Insecure. My special guest therapist is Esther Boykin, LMFT from Group Therapy Associates in Washington, DC. We discussed the reluctance that Black women sometimes have to beginning therapy, dating dilemmas that often drive one's desire to begin therapy, and how to ask for the difficult feedback you may need to hear to help you truly have an honest assessment of yourself. Resources Mentioned The Gifts of Imperfection by Dr. Brene Brown Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff 55 Gentle Ways to Take Care of Yourself Where to Find Esther estherboykin.com Twitter Facebook Instagram The hashtag for the podcast is #TBGinSession. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Find more information and resources at therapyforblackgirls.com If you have questions or inquiries, email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves. This week's episode is an On the Couch Episode all about Olivia Pope from the hit show Scandal. My special guest therapist is Leslie Garcia, LCSW, who has a private practice called Counseling Space in Forest Hills, New York. We discussed the multitude of traumas Olivia has experienced and what it might look like to help her work through trauma. We discussed Olivia's tendency to cope with red wine, and how her relationship with Fitz is very similar to the relationship she has with her father. Resources Mentioned The Gifts of Imperfection by Dr. Brene Brown Mind Over Mood by Drs. Dennis Greenberger & Christine Padesky Calm App Lavender Oil Where to Find Leslie Leslie's Website Twitter Facebook Instagram To sign up for a therapy group in Atlanta, visit therapyforblackgirls.com/shift The hashtag for the podcast is #TBGinSession. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Find more information and resources at therapyforblackgirls.com If you have questions or inquiries, email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. We are wrapping up our celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month with an episode that focuses on our relationship with our self. How do you show up in your own life? I discuss self esteem and confidence, how they are damaged, and how they can be improved. If you are in the Atlanta area and interested in signing up for The Shift Sessions, the therapy groups in my practice, visit therapyforblackgirls.com/shift for more information and to put your name on the list. For more information and resources, visit the website at therapyforblackgirls.com. To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #TBGinSession You can find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. If you have questions or inquiries, email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and in honor of this, all of the podcasts this month will focus on relationships! This week’s episode focuses on the relationships with our children and parenting. Our special guest therapist for this episode is Mercedes Samudio, LCSW, a parent coach, speaker, and bestselling author of Shame-Proof Parenting. We discussed her ideas about how shame often impacts the way we parent, how we can change the culture around parenting to be more supportive, and strategies for shame-proofing your relationship with your child. Where to Find Mercedes Mercedes' Website shameproofparenting.com Get the Book! Shame-Proof Parenting Resources Mentioned Dr. Asadah Kirkland's Work Beating Black Kids Dr. Stacey Patton's Work Spare the Kids The Conscious Parent- book by Dr. Shefali Tsabary For more information and resources, visit the website at therapyforblackgirls.com To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #TBGinSession You can find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook If you have questions or inquiries, email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and in honor of this, all of the podcasts this month will focus on Relationships! This week's episode focuses on romantic relationships. I discuss the top 7 reasons why you're not getting what you need and want in relationships: 1. You're afraid to ask for it. 2. You're being passive in the process. 3. You're too busy listening to others or comparing yourself to others. 4. You've convinced yourself you don't need or want love. 5. You're not clear about what you need and want. 6. You're not being flexible. 7. You haven't healed from past hurts. For more information and resources, visit the website at therapyforblackgirls.com To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #TBGinSession. You can find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. If you have questions or inquiries, email us [email protected] Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and in honor of this, all of the podcasts this month will focus on relationships! This week's episode focuses on the mother-daughter relationship and some of the factors that lead to it being strained. Our special guest therapist for this episode is Dr. Pamela Thompson, a licensed Psychologist and Life Coach, and the author of Surviving Mama. We discussed some of the cultural pieces that may lead to strained mother-daughter relationships, how to manage these relationships, and when it may be time to put some distance between yourself and mama. Where to Find Dr. Thompson Dr. Thompson's Website Surviving Mama Website Dr. Thompson's Groups Be on the lookout for her podcast, Intentionally Free Be on the lookout for her new book, Surviving Church Resources Mentioned Surviving Mama by Dr. Pamela Thompson Boundaries by Townsend & Cloud The Mom Factor by Townsend & Cloud New Life Ministries For more information and resources, visit the website at therapyforblackgirls.com To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #TBGinSession You can find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook If you have questions or inquiries, email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and in honor of this, all of the podcasts thus month will focus on Relationships! This week's episode focuses on friendships. The benefits of healthy friendships, how to find new friends, how to recognize an unhealthy friendship, and how to end a toxic friendship. Resources Mentioned 11 Surprising Things Good Friendships Do For You Meetup.com Twitter Chats #citeasista #hermovement #blkcreatives To find podcasts by hosts of color #podsincolor podcastsincolor.com For more information and resources, visit the website at therapyforblackgirls.com To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #TBGinSession. You can find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. If you have questions or inquiries, email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves. This week's episode is an On the Couch Episode all about Joan Carol Clayton from the syndicated show, Girlfriends. My special guest therapist is Jihan Madyun, LICSW, from The Fulfillment Project in Washington, DC. We discussed the expectations we have for our lives as women and how these can sometimes be unrealistic, the use of art in therapy, showing grace and compassion for ourselves, dealing with FOMO in relationships, and the pressure we have to have our lives look a certain way by the age of 30. Resources Mentioned The Gifts of Imperfection by Dr. Brene Brown Rising Strong by Dr. Brene Brown Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach tarabrach.com Watch Girlfriends episodes here Where to Find Jihan Twitter Facebook Instagram The hashtag for the podcast is #tbginsession. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Find more information and resources at therapyforblackgirls.com If you have questions or inquiries, email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves. This week's episode focuses on recognizing the symptoms of depression and exploring reasons why Black women may sometimes have difficulty recognizing these symptoms. Read about the symptoms of depression here. Think you might be depressed? Take this quiz! The hashtag for the podcast is #tbginsession. You can find us on Twitter @therapy4bgirls. You can also find us on Instagram and Facebook. For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at therapyforblackgirls.com Questions or inquiries? Please email [email protected] Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves. This week's episode is an On the Couch episode all about Mary Jane Paul from BET’s Being Mary Jane. I chat with Shivonne Odom of Akoma Counseling Concepts about some of the issues Mary Jane struggles with and how this is similar to those of some of her clients. We discuss boundary setting, grief, self sabotage in relationships, and healthy vs. unhealthy coping strategies. Resources Mentioned: Uninvited: Living Loved When You Feel Less Than, Left Out, and Lonely by Lysa TerKeurst Shivonne’s Blog Post about Being Mary Jane Dr. Joy’s Blog Post about Being Mary Jane Where you can find Shivonne: Akoma Counseling Concepts Twitter Facebook Instagram The hashtag for the podcast is #tbginsession. You can find us on Twitter @therapy4bgirls. You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram. If you have questions or inquiries for Dr. Joy, email them to [email protected] For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at therapyforblackgirls.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves. This week's episode focuses on helping you to find a therapist. There are 5 questions you should consider when looking for a therapist, find them here therapyforblackgirls.com/choosing-a-therapist/ Resources Mentioned: Open Path Collective - openpathcollective.org Other options for finding a therapist: Community Mental Health Clinics College/University Training Clinics Therapy Groups in your city The hashtag for the podcast is #tbginsession. You can find us on Twitter @therapy4bgirls. You can find us on Facebook and Instagram @therapyforblackgirls. For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at therapyforblackgirls.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves.This week's episode is an Introduction to the podcast. I explain the segments you can expect to see including:No Copay Needed: Practical tips and strategies to help improve your mental healthOn the Porch with Dr. Joy: I answer your questions about therapy, mental health, and just about anything else.On the Couch Episodes: Some of the episodes will be dedicated to pulling the curtain back on therapy and helping you to get a better understanding of what happens in therapy and how it might be useful in your life. I will be chatting with some very special guest therapists who will shed light on what it looks like to be in therapy with them. Some episodes will even feature us talking about what it would look like for some of your favorite Black female characters to be in therapy.The hashtag for the podcast is #tbginsession You can find us on Twitter @therapy4bgirls You can find us on Facebook and Instagram @therapyforblackgirlsFor more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit the website at therapyforblackgirls.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.