Just Heal with Dr Jay

*Originally aired July 8th, 2025 In this enlightening episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay, special guest Dr. Jill Waggoner joins the show to share her perspective on wellness, the power of nutrition, and the essential link between diet and mental health. She reflects on her own health journey and the lessons learned about food quality, hormone balance, and the importance of taking action—not j...

In the Season One finale of Just Heal with Dr. Jay , Dr. Jay reflects on an unforgettable first season, celebrating 52 episodes of honest conversations centered on healing, mental health, faith, and personal transformation. Looking back on the journey from age 43 to 44, he shares how producing the podcast while traveling deepened his own growth and reinforced the show's mission of prioritizing mea...

*Originally aired March 31st, 2026  In this episode of  Just Heal , Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with actor and martial artist Michael Jai White for a powerful conversation about healing, masculinity, and emotional growth in the Black community . Michael reflects on his life journey, the influence of mentorship, and how trauma and anger can shape behavior if left unaddressed. Together, they...

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Jason Mitchell opens up about his journey through personal growth, healing, and resilience while navigating the highs and lows of life in the entertainment industry. Reflecting on his upbringing in New Orleans, Jason shares how food, culture, and family shaped his worldview, while acting became a vehicle for healing and self-expression. The discussion...

In this episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay , Dr. Jay sits down with actor Jason Mitchell for a powerful conversation on healing, self-discovery, and the importance of men's mental health. In recognition of Men's Mental Health Month, Jason opens up about overcoming a difficult childhood, finding purpose through acting, and how meaningful relationships helped shape his journey. The discussion explore...

In this episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay,   Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with master mentorship leader Drew Davis for a powerful conversation about purpose, personal growth, and the transformative impact of mentorship. Drew shares his journey from attending a health and wellness seminar to becoming a respected mentor and motivational voice, emphasizing the importance of wisdom, accountability,...

In this episode of Just Heal,  Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with Pastor Cecilia Matthews for a deeply vulnerable conversation about healing, identity, and mental health within ministry. Pastor Cecilia opens up about her personal experiences with abortion, divorce, and navigating emotional pain while serving in leadership. Together, they discuss the pressures women in ministry often face, the imp...

In this episode of Just Heal ,   Dr. Jay Barnett is joined by Bishop Randy Borders for a powerful conversation on faith, mental health, and personal growth within the church community. Together, they explore the importance of mentorship, emotional healing, and creating safe spaces where people can grow spiritually and emotionally without judgment. The discussion highlights the need for holist...

In this episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay,  Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with Danyel Surrency Jones for a powerful conversation on healing, resilience, and redefining identity as a modern woman. Danyel opens up about navigating societal expectations, embracing her full potential, and her journey through motherhood—particularly raising a child on the autism spectrum. The discussion highligh...

In this episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay , Dr. Jay Barnett tackles the urgent issue of intimate partner violence and its connection to men’s mental health, trauma, and emotional regulation. Through personal insight and real-world perspective, he breaks down how unprocessed pain and generational trauma can fuel harmful cycles, while emphasizing the importance of accountability, self-awarenes...

In this episode of Just Heal,  Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with Pretty Vee for an honest and inspiring conversation on personal growth, healing, and navigating the pressures of the entertainment industry. Pretty Vee opens up about breaking free from societal limitations, embracing her unique gifts, and doing the inner work required to evolve in real time. The discussion highlights the importanc...

In this episode of Just Heal , Dr. Jay sits down with Crystal Stewart —former Miss USA and actress—for a powerful conversation about mental health, resilience, and navigating the entertainment industry . Crystal opens up about tapping into personal trauma to bring authenticity to her acting roles, while sharing the emotional challenges that come with vulnerability on and off screen. Sh...

In this episode of Just Heal , Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with IFBB Pro Bodybuilder Ken Jones for a powerful conversation about faith, masculinity, and emotional healing . From growing up as a preacher’s kid to becoming a professional athlete and gym owner, Ken shares how spirituality shaped his journey and the challenges men face when navigating vulnerability, identity, and success after spo...

In this episode of  Just Heal , Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with actor and martial artist Michael Jai White for a powerful conversation about healing, masculinity, and emotional growth in the Black community . Michael reflects on his life journey, the influence of mentorship, and how trauma and anger can shape behavior if left unaddressed. Together, they explore the balance between strength and...

In this episode of Just Heal , Dr. Jay Barnett engages in a profound conversation with Pastor Sara Conner about the complexities of living a life of faith, particularly for women in ministry. They explore the challenges of navigating divorce while in ministry, the societal expectations placed on women, and the silence that often surrounds their struggles. Sara shares her personal journey of self-d...

In this episode of Just Heal , Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with transformational coach Dr. Sheniska Johnson for a powerful conversation on faith, identity, and emotional maturity. Drawing from her upbringing in the Bahamas, Dr. Johnson shares how prayer, spiritual grounding, and understanding one’s identity through God shaped her journey of self-discovery. The discussion explores how clarity o...

In this episode, Dr. Jay Barnett welcomes sports performance trainer Mo Wells to Just Heal to discuss Mo’s journey from running 400-meter hurdles at McNeese State and LSU to working in LSU football strength and conditioning and building a career training elite athletes. The conversation focuses on the unseen “off the field” burdens athletes and trainers carry—pressure to ap...

In this powerful episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay , Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with former NFL Pro Bowl cornerback Jason Verrett for a raw and deeply personal conversation about mental health, identity, and resilience beyond football. Verrett shares his journey from junior college to TCU and the NFL, opening up about the early career pressure, public criticism, and depression he faced after a diff...

In this deeply moving episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay , Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with a very special guest — his mother, Mama Mary — for an intimate conversation about love, healing, faith, and family legacy. Together, they explore the power of vulnerability in relationships, the importance of affirmation, and how unconditional love shapes emotional resilience across generations. Ma...

In this episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay , Dr. Jay sits down with celebrity stylist Jay Bolin. They discuss themes of love, healing, and personal transformation. Jay opens up about his journey from unhealthy habits and fear to self-awareness and fitness. He shares his struggles with weight, self-esteem, and the pressures of societal norms, especially in the Southern Black community. Jay details h...

In this episode, Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with special guest Felicia Latour for a powerful conversation on the intersection of faith, motherhood, and mental health . Felicia shares her deeply personal journey of obedience to God, navigating postpartum depression , and the critical role of community support in healing. Together, they explore the emotional development of men and boys , the influenc...

In this episode, Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with Thaddeus Bullard for a powerful and transparent conversation centered on health, wellness, faith, and personal evolution. Thaddeus opens up about the physical toll of professional wrestling, the importance of prioritizing mental health, how discipline and obedience have become foundational principles in his healing journey. Also, get into Thaddeus&rs...

In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with DJ Kayotik for an intimate conversation about grief, healing, and emotional vulnerability , particularly among men. DJ Kayotik opens up about the devastating loss of his child, the weight of that grief, and how faith, community, and honest emotional expression have played critical roles in his healing journey. Together, they explore the...

In this powerful episode, Dr. J Barnett sits down with R&B icon Adina Howard for an intimate and reflective conversation about healing, identity, and womanhood . Adina revisits her groundbreaking hit “Freak Like Me” and its lasting impact on sexual liberation, self-expression, and female autonomy , while unpacking the realities of navigating fame at a young age in the music industr...

Originally aired on October 7th, 2025 In this episode of Just Heal with Dr. J , host Dr. J Barnett sits down with actress Parker McKenna Posey for an intimate conversation on healing, motherhood, and personal transformation . Parker opens up about her journey of self-discovery, the influence of childhood experiences on adult relationships, and the challenges of navigating fame and identity in the...