The Part You Skip

Amber Dee, LPC — therapist, founder of the BFT ecosystem, and the voice behind programs, events, and conversations designed to make mental health accessible, culturally relevant, and real. Known for her direct insight, relatable storytelling, and ability to blend clinical wisdom with everyday life, Amber shows up for a raw, honest session of answering questions straight from the audience . How to...

Today in the guest chair, we have Dr. Donna Oriowo, LICSW, M.Ed, CST — award-winning DEI advocate, international speaker, certified sex & relationship therapist, author, and the unapologetically brilliant mind behind AnnodRight, where she helps Black women feel "Free, Fabulous, and F*cked!" In this episode, Dr. Donna dives into one of the most debated questions in modern relationships: Should you...

Today in the guest chair, we have Esther Boykin , LMFT, therapist, author, retreat host, and a leader committed to helping people build lives that feel as good on the inside as they look on the outside. Esther specializes in bridging clinical insight with real-world leadership and soulful self-compassion, helping people navigate growth, burnout, and the evolving nature of relationships with more c...

Today in the guest chair, we have Quinn Gee-Edwards, LPC. Quinn Gee-Edwards  is from Clarksdale, MS, a current resident of Washington D.C, and began practicing psychotherapy in 2014. Quinn is an alumna of the University of Mississippi, holds a BA in Psychology, an MS in Professional Counseling, and is currently a PhD candidate with a focus on advanced human behavior. Quinn identifies as cisgender,...

Today in the guest chair, we have  Lauren Williams. Lauren Williams was born in the heart of the city Atlanta, into the renowned Williams family, highly regarded for their work in community service, civil rights and philanthropy. As part of Bravo's  The Real Housewives of Atlanta . Lauren has used her platform to share her health and wellness journey through her social media following while advoca...

Today in the guest chair, we have Dr. Kelli Rugless, Psy. D. Dr. Kelli Rugless  is a Licensed Psychologist and the owner of Flourish Psychology, a private psychological practice dedicated to meeting the unique needs of women. She received her Bachelor's degree in Biopsychology from University of California, Santa Barbara, and her Master's degree and Doctorate of Psychology (Psy. D.) in Health Psyc...

In this episode of The Part You Skip , Amber Dee sits down with Kee Rose to unpack the thing so many of us avoid: giving ourselves permission to rest . We get into why mental health breaks matter, what happens when you try to "push it to the weekend," and why guilt shows up the moment you even think about taking a day off. We also tackle the deeper stuff, feeling unworthy of rest, the belief that...

Today in the guest chair, we have Dr. Loree Johnson, Psychotherapist and Coach. Dr. Loree Johnson  has combined 20 years of clinical work to help women navigate their mental health and reproductive health and heal from the trauma of infertility. She also help couples navigate uncertainty in their relationships so they can overcome their fertility challenges with their relationship still intact. Dr...

Today in the guest chair, we have Dr. Ayanna Abrams, Psy. D. Dr. Ayanna Abrams  is a licensed clinical psychologist in Atlanta and Founder of Ascension Behavioral Health, LLC. Her specialties include working with black women with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders that affect functioning, and clients who struggle to get their needs met in personal and professional relationsh...

Today in the guest chair, we have Myra Muckle, LPC, CCTP. Myra Terry Muckle  is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia. She is the owner of Charlie's Second Chance Counseling, LLC. In Gainesville, GA. She has over 11 years of experience in the field across various counseling settings and populations. Myra is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with a focus on women's issues...

Today in the guest chair, we have Cynthia Branch, LCSW. Cynthia Branch  is a psychotherapist and transitional life coach that is enthusiastic about helping people find, reveal, and honor the best of themselves. She has her Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, Masters in Social Work, and is licensed to practice by the state of NY. She has honed her skills working with various populations in therapeutic...

Today in the guest chair, we have Dr. Anisa Shomo. Dr. Anisa Shomo, MD  is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician. Through her business, DR SHOMO KNOWS, LLC, she aims to make health information relatable and fun. She is a force love, light, and knowledge in medicine and her interests include healthy lifestyles, sexuality, and aging gracefully. She is also a Cervical Cancer Survivor and an adv...

This week on The Part You Skip , we're sitting down with Dr. Mariel Buquè - an AfroLatina psychologist who's changing the conversation around intergenerational trauma and what it really means to heal. Dr. Buquè holds a Ph. D. in Counseling Psychology from Columbia University and has built her career on helping people break cycles, not just cope with them. She leads racial healing workshops through...