Shountee Turner is the founder of The Write Narrative, LLC. Balancing responsibilities with the need for flexibility and supplemental income led Shountee to start her writing services business as a side hustle. What began as a necessity quickly grew into a passion for helping women and minority business owners through communication and fundraising, ensuring they have equal access to resources. In this episode she shares the mental health battles she faced caregiving to her mom with dementia and raising 3 children as a single mother, all while operating her business,

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Shardae Carter, LCPC, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and the founder and clinical director of Dae to Dae Counseling Services. She considers herself a Grief Relief Strategist and in this episode, we talk about the many forms of grief, debunk some myths and talk about ways to cope with loss.

Follow Shardae on instagram at @dae2daecounsel, on Facebook at Dae to Dae Counseling Services and find her on Psychology Today by searching Shardae Carter.

https://dae2daecounseling.com/

Christen is the CEO, Founder of SCB Luxury Styling where she helps sophisticated women harmonize their inner beauty with their outer appearance. She believes that understanding your body shape and lifestyle is the key to curating a capsule wardrobe that works. She also focuses on shifting her clients' relationship with style so that they can confidently show up as the person they were created to be.

In this episode Christen shares with us how she got into the field of personal styling 10 years ago, how she works with her clients to overcome limiting beliefs and how to invest in one’s personal wardrobe.

LinkedIn: Christen Johnson
Instagram: scbluxurystyling
Youtube: @sochicchris
Website: www.sophisticatedchicbrand.com

Fatima M. Smith identifies as a Black woman who is a relentless advocate for anti-violence in our communities & community. She is also the Co-Founder of Collective 365, a grant-making, membership-based organization that serves Black and Brown changemakers in DC, MD and VA.

She is a firm believer that, “a person who can describe a problem can also describe a solution; they just need time, space and resources.” The latter has shaped how she does her work with individuals, communities, and organizations.

In this episode, we talk about The Rest and Joy Fund, a partnership between Collective 365 and The Mental Health Emergency Fund, Inc. The purpose is to provide Black and Brown adults in the DMV ages 18+ funding to prioritize their mental health, rest and joy. Applications open on August 28, 2024. Click here to keep up to date with the application:

https://www.collective365.org/restjoyfund

Donate and get involved at www.collective365.org

Sharda Smith is a certified life coach, public speaker, and workshop facilitator, who is passionate about helping others reach their ultimate potential. She is committed to sharing the knowledge and personal experience she gained through her self-development journey to empower women, build their confidence, and unlock their purpose.

In this episode, Sharda shares wisdom from the book The Four Agreements by Miguel Ruiz and breaks each section down. She talks about how this book was pivotal in her own healing journey. Sharda also talks about the work she does at PIVOT Baltimore.

Get in touch with Sharda on instagram at www.instagram.com/shardasmith_

Learn more about PIVOT Baltimore by visiting www.pivotprogram.org

Doreen Boateng, LCPC, brings extensive experience in trauma-informed care, ensuring that all services are delivered with empathy, evidence-based practices, and a deep understanding of cultural sensitivity.

Her mission at Hope Restored Counseling Services is to create a nurturing environment where clients can safely explore their experiences, address underlying trauma, and integrate their faith into their healing process.

In this episode, Doreen talks about a Biblical case for taking care of our mental health and what it means for our souls to be healthy. She also dispels some myths related to mental illness and Christianity.

Contact:

https://www.hrcounselingservices.com/

contact@hrcounselingservices.com

571-402-5122

Kiara (Anese) Barnett, M.Ed is a third-year doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program at George Washington University.

Throughout Anese's academic and professional career, her work has focused on supporting both mothers and children. Anese is also a volunteer with Postpartum Support Virginia. Anese is a wife and a boy mom of two.

In this episode, Anese shares her traumatic journey of her first high-risk pregnancy and how that led her to do advocacy work and perinatal therapeutic care for pregnant women and new moms. She talks about the importance of having a plan to bring to your doctor(s) so you can advocate for your needs.

Contact:

https://www.instagram.com/its.me_anese.b/

D’Shawn Harris, LCPC, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of MD and Founder of Safe Haven Therapy. Drawing on systemic and family-centered approaches, D'Shawn creates a professional and safe environment where clients can embark on their journey toward transformation. With a focus on fostering healing, empowerment, and growth, D'Shawn is dedicated to helping individuals navigate their emotional concerns and build a brighter future.

In this episode, he talks about why he decided to switch from being a counselor in the criminal justice system to a private practice setting. He also discusses his new mental health conversational card game, “Hey Friend, How Are You?” and how this will be an important tool to help friends better check in on each other. Keep up with him as he soon announces which state he’s expanding his services to next!

Contact:

www.safehaventherapyservices.com

www.instagram.com/safehaven_therapy