The Black Woman's Confidant

On this week's episode, Shanice Watson joins The Black Woman's Confidant to discuss her journey with navigating grief after child loss. Shanice Watson is a devoted wife, loving mother, licensed therapist under supervision, and faith-driven business owner. Drawing strength from her personal experiences and her walk with Christ, Shanice Watson has made it her life's mission to help others navigate p...

On this week's episode, Dr. Kristi Johnson joins The Black Woman's Confidant to discuss her journey in dance and how she was able to find her rhythm on and off the dancefloor. Dr. Johnson is a debut children's book author and seasoned dance educator, dedicated to inspiring young learners through movement. With over 20 years of experience as a dance educator and performing artist, Kristi's work has...

On this week's episode, Dr. Sophia Grant joins The Black Woman's Confidant to discuss reclaiming your narrative and finding the strength to pivot. Dr. Sophia Grant is a board-certified pediatrician in general pediatrics and child abuse pediatrics. She is also the co-host of The 2 Sisters of a Certain Age Podcast with her sister Judy Grant where they explore life with intellect and humor through a...

On this week's episode, Dr. Nina Joy Mena joins The Black Woman's Confidant to discuss finding your joy, as well as her Inspire Joy Method. Dr. Nina Joy Mena, known as Dr. NJoy, is an Atlanta-based community psychiatrist, author, podcaster, and motivational speaker dedicated to promoting mental wellness and reducing mental health stigma in the Black community. As the founder of NJoy LIFE Living In...

On this week's episode, Dr. Tracee Short joins The Black Woman's Confidant to discuss Co-Living, the new housing option that is becoming extremely popular. Dr. Tracee Short is a celebrated burn surgeon, highly requested speaker, best-selling author, entrepreneur and creator of Dr. Shortee's Burn Butter. As a self proclaimed co-living expert, Dr. Tracee debunks common myths about co-living as well...

On this week's episode, Nkem Ndefo joins the Black Woman's Confidant to discuss the intersection of trauma, healing and resilience. Nkem Ndefo, MSN, CNM, RN, is the founder of Lumos Transforms and creator of The Resilience Toolkit. She is a skilled practitioner, dynamic speaker, and valued strategist. As mental health professionals, Dr. Nicole and Nkem break down how not to over respond to your tr...

On this week's episode, Shirria McCullough joins the Black Woman's Confidant to discuss dealing with mom guilt. Shirria is a licensed Clinical social worker and the founder of Mental Wellness Clinical CCS, a virtual private practice dedicated to helping millennial moms navigate anxiety, depression, and burnout while balancing their careers, families, and personal growth. As mental health professio...

On this week's episode, Dr. Nicole breaks down navigating friendships as an adult and why you might find it difficult to make or keep friends at your current stage. Dr. Nicole also gives you tips on how to maintain and nurture your childhood friendships as well as tips on how you can cultivate new friendships in your adult life.

On this week's episode, Dr. Nicole discusses being a Black Woman in the workplace and the unique difficulties that we face at the intersection of being black and a woman. Dr. Nicole also gives tips on how to navigate a space that was never meant for you and how you can preserve your mental health along the way.

On this week's episode, Dr. Nicole answers one of your questions about the difference between social anxiety and introversion. Dr. Nicole also dives into what social anxiety looks like, how it can be confused with being an introvert and what you can do to help.  

On this week's episode, Dr Nicole dives into the aftermath of the 2024 Presidential Election and how Black women are moving forward after the results. Dr. Nicole also gives insight on how you can preserve your mental health as well as tips on how we can stay in the fight.

On this week's episode, Dr. Nicole discusses dealing with grief during the holiday season and why there is no right or wrong way to do it. Dr. Nicole also gives insight on how to recognize if you are experiencing prolonged grief disorder as well as tips on how to get through the holiday season while grieving. 

On this week's episode, Dr. Nicole dives into New Year's Resolutions, why they can be intimidating and how you can set yourself up for success when choosing your goals. She also gives insight on how you can frame your resolutions so they don't seem as overwhelming as well as tips on how you can start preparing for your resolutions now. 

On this week's episode, Dr. Nicole discusses the common stressors that may appear during the holiday season as well as how to deal with them. Dr. Nicole gives insight on why boundaries are important during the holiday season and tips on how you can set them for others as well as yourself. She also discusses why self care and keeping your therapy appointments are vital to a successful holiday seaso...

On this week's episode, Dr. Nicole discusses how the current political atmosphere can impact your mental health and how you can deal with the anxiety and stress that may come with it. She also breaks down how the compounding stress of previous elections may still be affecting you as well as how this current election cycle is hitting Black women particularly hard.

On this week's episode, Dr. Jessi Gold joins the Black Woman's Confidant to discuss finding humanity in medicine. Dr. Jessi Gold is the Chief Wellness Officer of the University of Tennessee System, an associate professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and the author of How Do You Feel? One Doctor's Search for Humanity in Medicine. As psychiatri...

On this week's episode, Kellee Knighten Hough joins the Black Woman's Confidant for part 2 of our discussion on political activism and its effects of your mental health. Kellee Knighten Hough is an intellectual interrogator, defiant debater, and champion of common sense. Through her political takes on social media, Kellee has created her brand "Vote, Heaux" which focuses on raising voter awareness...

On this week's episode, Kellee Knighten Hough joins the Black Woman's Confidant to discuss political activism and its effect on your mental health. Kellee Knighten Hough is an intellectual interrogator, defiant debater, and champion of common sense. Through her political takes on social media, Kellee has created her brand "Vote, Heaux" which focuses on raising voter awareness and participation in...

In this week's episode, Dr. Nicole discusses some of the more common sayings in the Black community that might actually be signs of mental health disorders. She also gives insight into how we can identify if someone might be dealing with a mental health disorder and how we can support each other in our community.

If you have been on social media in the past year I am sure you have heard the term "Nepo Baby". On this week's episode, Dr. Nicole discusses what the viral term "Nepo Baby" means, and if it's a bad thing. Dr. Nicole also gives insight into why black people might be resistant to nepotism and why they should start participating in it more often.  

On this week's episode, Quisha Umemba joins The Black Woman's Confidant to discuss maneuvering the intersection of purpose and profit. Quisha Umemba brings over 20 years of diverse experience to her roles as a Registered Nurse, Public Health Practitioner, and Entrepreneur. Dr. Nicole and Quisha give insight on how you can make impact and income and not feel bad about it, as well as signs that you...

Perimenopause is a normal part of the aging process for women, so why isn't it talked about? On this week's episode, Dr. Kerri Anthony, a board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist with over 20 years of experience, joins Dr. Nicole to discuss everything from the misconceptions of when perimenopause starts to the common symptoms that are often overlooked.      

On this week's episode, Dr. Danielle Hairston joins The Black Woman's Confidant to discuss Minority Mental Health Month. Dr. Hairston is a double board certified psychiatrist, mental health advocate and a psychiatry residency program director. As Black psychiatrists, Dr. Nicole & Dr. Danielle give insight into the history of Minority Mental Health Month, why the month is named after Bebe Moore Cam...

Have you ever found yourself defending a celebrity on social media or finding comfort in your favorite influencer? Well, you just might be in a parasocial relationship. On this week's episode, Dr. Nicole discusses the history of parasocial relationships, whether they are good or bad, and how they may even help with your mental health.