Lakisha R. Austin LICSW MBA MSW
Conversations with Coach LA
Hi, my name is Lakisha Austin also known as Coach LA. I am a psychotherapist and life coach with a down-to-earth approach to providing therapeutic support. I love using music, an emphatic ear, a witty sense of humor, and unapologetic clinical skills to debunk myths about therapy. Step into my office and listen to real people have candid conversations about this thang called LIFE. Don’t hesitate to Chime in & help me encourage individuals to own their stuff & set boundaries to fix their life! Share your experiences, relationship issues, and daily stressors on the live interactive Facebook chat!...
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Lakisha R. Austin LICSW MBA MSW
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Jul 2, 2026
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Black Women in Radio. Challenges. Barriers. Finding Your Voice 23.03.2023 1:02:42
Episode Talking Points: In 2019, it was reported that more women listen to the radio than men but men listen longer. This trend, which has been showing up in Nielsen listening estimates for more than a decade, is all the more noteworthy today in light of new data showing women spend nearly 73 hours a week consuming media. Nov 21, 2019 Black women podcast listeners are more likely to be monthly lis...
MEN NEED SELFcare Too with PsychoTherapist, James Harris 16.03.2023 1:02:19
In this episode Coach LA will have a conversation about how to HEAL ThySELF from a male perspective with James Harris, founder of MENtal HEALth. More about this week's guest, James Harris. James attended St Paul’s College and has a BA in Psychology. After his freshman year, he joined the Army. James has eight years of service with an Honorable Discharge. He has two deployments one to Iraq and on...
I am Woman: Balancing it all with author Charmyra E. Fleming 09.03.2023 1:01:16
In celebration of Women’s History Month, psychotherapist Lakisha Austin (Coach LA) is joined for a candid conversation with mother, wife, entrepreneur, & author @Charmyra E. Fleming! During this episode the guest opens up about relocating, managing a long-distance marriage, relearning her husband, and how to find support systems in new cities!! Press play and don't miss this conversation about...
The Rediscovery of SELF featuring SB John 23.02.2023 1:02:39
Have you ever felt lost, or had a major life setback, crisis, or loss? Have you ever said "what now, or who am I? Let's have a conversation about finding oneself after a loss. Join Coach LA and special guest SB John, founder/CEO of It's all about ME (I.A.M) and SB John Entertainment for a conversation about "The Rediscovery of SELF". Don't miss this up-close and personal conversation with the Urba...
Men Need SELF care too with guest Khari Roulhac 16.02.2023 1:07:10
Tonight's episode of Conversations with Coach LA is sponsored by Quintessential Wellness Solutions' Iron Sharpen Iron Couple course. Find more information at https://qwellnesssolutions.com/ This Sunday on @conversations_withcoachla it’s the 2nd Sunday so it's time for the MEN Need SELF-care Too! @therapist_coachla will have a conversation with Khari Roulhac, Educator, Coach, Father, and founder...
Let's have a conversation about SELF-Love and how to Heal! 09.02.2023 1:07:10
This month, Conversations with Coach LA is dedicated to SELF-LOVE. In honor and celebration of Black History Month, my live radio show/podcast will discuss SELF-LOVE and healing in the black community! Our struggles are deeply rooted in the healing journey! So...Let's have a conversation about SELF-Love and how to Heal with the author, Genie Rose. Tune in to listen as we discuss Genie’s book and h...
Why are you single ? 02.02.2023 1:46:34
By popular demand…. It’s Ladies Night on Conversations with Coach LA, we got a meeting in the ladies' room… Every 4th Sunday exclusively on Conversations with Coach LA (Radio Talk Show) It’s time for Coach LA to have a candid conversation about all things feminine… who’s coming to the ladies' room? Shaquera "The Advocate" Robinson founder Shaquera’s Story Domestic Violence Consulting & Coaching Sh...
Men Need Self Care Too with special guest DJ Daz-One 19.01.2023 1:02:48
#POV Did You Know Men have feelings too? Contrary to popular belief men cry, get depressed, and can express how they feel. This week on conversations with Coach LA we will have a conversation with Boston Naive, DeeJay Daz-One about how he practices self-care, moved to another state, found love, and pursued his dreams as a Black Man in America. Let's have a conversation about Men's Mental Health! ...
I said I'm tired..Redefyning strength with author Monique Williams 12.01.2023 1:06:13
About tonight's guest: Monique Williams, LCSW About the Author I am a mental health therapist, a woman, wife, mom, and more. Most important, I'm someone who understands the stress and pressure that comes with being a Sun-kissed woman, and the expectations placed on us to focus on caring for everyone else before we care for ourselves. I can help you learn a different way to prioritize how you take...
Your Money and Your Mental Health Matters! 22.12.2022 1:09:18
TODAY IS A GREAT DAY TO BET ON SELF!! Manifest and Visualize your financial situation changing!! SPEAK LIFE into your situation…Repeat after me…In 2023 I made over ______[fill in the blank] Write it down, Write a check to yourself with the amount you want to earn, take a 100 bill put in your wallet for 45 days (don’t spend it), and for 45 days (daily) speak positivity over your financial situat...
Men Need SELFcare TOO! 15.12.2022 1:02:50
Each time a man stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope... -Robert F. Kennedy Next Up on @Conversations with Coach LA ..I believe that’s EJ the author!! He’s a deejay, MBA student, father, husband, radio personality, inspiration & more Tune In Tonight for the premier of my new segment “MEN NEED SELFCARE TO...
The Wait_let's have a conversation about the decision to seek help 08.12.2022 1:02:50
Learn more about Martha https://www.facebook.com/trainedminds http://www.trainedminds.org/ Email: mgarzon@trainedmind.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/professional/ Download the Iheartradio app to listen at https://www.iheart.com/live/981fm-the-urban-heat-9623/ or follow the UrbanHeat 98.1 FM Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UrbanHeat981FM to watch and join the interactive conve...
From Employee to Mompreneur 01.12.2022 1:02:08
Contact Shamina for more information about her brand and services at 857 505 9567 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shamina.austin Email: ShaminaAustin@gmail.com Owner of Mina'Shay's Pop-up Thrift Store shop my closet @ https://posh.mk/3Nre3mbzQX IG @msjstyles YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@minashaysstylejourney7302/about 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to Conversations with Coach LA! Don’t forget to s...
Bro, Man Up: let's have a conversations about mental health from a male's perspective. 24.11.2022 1:03:54
Did you know? Men and women both experience depression but their symptoms can be very different. Because men who are depressed may appear to be angry or aggressive instead of sad, their families, friends, and even their doctors may not always recognize anger or aggression as depression symptoms. In addition, men are less likely than women to recognize, talk about, and seek treatment for depressio...
We Need a Healing for our Soul: Let's have a conversation about gun violence 10.11.2022 1:08:43
Reflection Questions? How we shift the narrative on violence in our community? What can we do? How do we develop healthier coping strategies? How do we resolve conflicts without using a gun? Question? What percentage of Americans own guns? Answer: The United States has the highest percentage of gun ownership worldwide. There are 120 firearms per 100 people in the U.S., with 30% of Americans o...
Sticks and Bones may break my bones...let's talk about bullying prevention with Dr. Carol Brown 27.10.2022 1:04:08
Dr. Carol Brown is a four-time published author, artist-songwriter, president of Lorac Publishing House, and Lorac Educational Research & Design. Additionally, for over twenty years, she was an educator and administrator in a large public school district located in Massachusetts. She addresses physical, social, and emotional issues as they pertain to teen obesity, bullying, colorism, and racism, a...
Life after Death: Let's have a conversation about loss and grief w Dr. Kimberly Claude 20.10.2022 1:04:08
Coping with the loss of someone or something you love is one of life’s biggest challenges. You may associate grieving with the death of a loved one —which is often the cause of the most intense type of grief—but any loss can cause grief, including: Divorce or relationship breakup Loss of health Losing a job Loss of financial stability A miscarriage Retirement Death of a pet Loss of a cherished dre...
How do you define beauty? Let's have a conversation about body shaming with Rachel Green 13.10.2022 58:09
Definition of body-shaming : the act or practice of subjecting someone to criticism or mockery for supposed bodily faults or imperfections far from being isolated incidents, these jokes … only highlight the fact that body-shaming is very much a problem among men as well as women, public figures deemed "fair game" when it comes to criticisms of their appearance.— Philip Ellis Body shaming involves...
The Power of Vulnerability: pros and cons of speaking your truth. 06.10.2022 1:01:43
TakeAways from Brene Brown's TED TALK -Power of Vulnerability, https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare Are you willing to let go of who you should be, to be who you are ? The Values of Vulnerability: 1.Courage 2.Compassion Note to SELF: Vulnerability is necessary! What does being Vulnerable look lik...
Redefining the Strong Black Woman Narrative with Regine thee Mindfulnista 22.09.2022 1:01:09
Strong Black Woman Narrative The superwoman schema includes five elements: feeling an obligation to present an image of strength, feeling an obligation to suppress emotions, resistance to being vulnerable, a drive to succeed despite limited resources, and feeling an obligation to help others. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_the_strong_black_woman_identity_both_helps_and_hurts ...
How to Manage Your Mental Health & Monetize your strengths 15.09.2022 1:01:08
Monetize Your Strengths- let’s have a conversation about identifying your side hustle & delegating for efficiency! Side Hustle: noun Slang. a job or occupation that brings in extra money beyond one's regular job and main source of income; Working a side job can also, informally, be called moonlighting, usually when it is performed after normal working time. A side job can be a full-time job, part-...
How to balance your Feminine & Masculine Energy to have a healthy relationship 08.09.2022 1:02:57
What is Feminine Energy? Feminine energy is all of the nurturing traits it takes to connect to human beings in a meaningful and fulfilling way. It's compassionate, kind, empathetic, patient, and emotional. It's about embracing your intuition and creativity. What is masculine energy? The masculine energy is stable and more predictable. Its strengths are willpower, clarity, and focus. The masculine...
Mommy Guilt, how many of us can relate 29.08.2022 1:02:08
Episode 2 Season 2 is sponsored by Mina'Shay's Style Journey ! Mina'Shay style Journey is Fashion Blog and an online Thrift store. Founder, Shamina Austin created her Blog to give Parents ideas of how to stay stylish on a budget. She also wanted to empower other women and show them that we are "Beautiful and Sexy" at any size. Follow her on https://www.facebook.com/stylebyMina and Instagram https:...
We gonna learn today ..how to eat cake and still lose weight! 25.08.2022 1:02:05
Learn more about Coach LeTasha's five secrets (click the link) https://www.letasha.coach/5secrets?fbclid=IwAR0c5kSBFZajL7BPPaliUe34bYpO6GXNJTPHmJOJyObRsWZ-T_S_t68j7JM&r_done=1 Tonight's show is sponsored by Neek's Kitchen "Food for your Soul" contact her for all your personal chef/catering needs neekskitchen@gmail.com Instagram: @neekskitchen 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to Conversations with Coac...
Gender roles: a conversation about what it means to be a provider. 10.08.2022 1:08:12
This episode of Conversations with Coach LA is sponsored by VickBreedy.com. Join Vick Breedy at her Genetically Resilient Experience Gala on September 24, 2022, 4-8 pm at the Black Market (Nubian Square) 2136 Washington St, Boston, MA 02124. Tickets Now on Sale https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-genetically-resilient-experience-gala-tickets-367764703127?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Want to learn how to...
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