Therapy for Black Girls

Apr 02 2025 482 ep. 37 mins 1.5k
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The Therapy for Black Girls podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves.

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Session 405: Unpacking Intimacy with Dr. Tiff Henry

Apr 02 2025 55 mins  
In the wake of the #MeToo movement, it became clear that film and television sets needed stronger regulations around intimate scenes. Since then, intimacy coordinators have been on the rise, ensuring that actors feel safe and respected while bringing vulnerable moments to life on screen. Thanks to their work, we can enjoy our favorite shows and movies without questioning whether bo

Session 404: Black Women In VC

Mar 26 2025 55 mins  
With over 3.5 million Black-owned businesses in America, we continue to see the landscape of Black entrepreneurship grow and expand. And as a Black entrepreneur myself, I know firsthand the importance of seeking out support in order to take your business to the next level. That’s why today, I am so happy to have Jewel Burks Solomon on the podcast. She is the managing partner

TBG U: Flipping Out with Kyrstin Johnson

Mar 25 2025 38 mins  
Kyrstin Johnson is a talented gymnast at Temple University, known for her dedication, resilience, and passion for the sport. After transferring to Temple, she quickly became a standout athlete, consistently pushing the boundaries of her performance while balancing the physical and mental demands of being a college gymnast.  Beyond her impressive athletic abilities, Kyrstin is

Session 403: Black Women In Media

Mar 19 2025 44 mins  
As we close out our 400th episode celebration, we wanted to shift focus to how media representation has impacted Black women over the years and how changes in the industry inform how we will continue to see ourselves in the future. Joining me this week are The Cut’s Beauty Editor, Asia Ware, and founder of Black Girls in Media, Tasha McCaskiel. With their separate but in

Session 402: Flipping the Tables & Owning Our Futures with Alencia Johnson

Mar 12 2025 56 mins  
It goes without saying that “the 92%” understood the assignment during the 2024 election, but what are we to make of it when we still end up exactly where we are today? Struggling to make sense of our place in the world with leaders and legislation increasingly being utilized against us. You can’t deny the tables have turned but how can you resist? Joining me fres

Session 401: A Conversation on Black Girlhood and Womanhood with Dr. Lauren Mims

Mar 05 2025 50 mins  
How is Black girlhood defined these days? As we see fewer depictions of Black girls in the media, limited spaces for them to shop, and continuing adultification bias, it seems more difficult than ever to answer this question. Joining me to discuss the ways Black girlhood is defined is Dr. Lauren Mims, an assistant professor at NYU's Steinhardt School. Her research focuses on h

Session 400: Mindfulness, Movement & Motherhood with Chelsea Jackson Roberts

Feb 26 2025 41 mins  
10 years and 399 episodes have led us to this very special moment in TBG history— our 400th episode! Growing this podcast has been so transformative for myself, my team, and the community we have built along the way. With that in mind, today’s episode is centered around the resting work we must remember to integrate as we grow. Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts is an internat

TBG U: Bearing Witness with Lynae Vanee

Feb 25 2025 41 mins  
Lynae Vanee is a dynamic activist, entertainer, and social media star who has made waves in the entertainment industry while staying true to her roots as a passionate advocate for social justice. A proud Spelman College alumna, Lynae’s journey to success has been shaped by her commitment to amplifying Black voices and advocating for change.  Known for her authenticity an

Session 399: TBG Archive, Maintaining Freedom While in Relationships

Feb 19 2025 33 mins  
Relationships and freedom—can they truly coexist? This episode from our archives revisits a powerful discussion sparked by a question from our community: How do you navigate the idea of losing some of your freedom in a relationship?  In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Maria Dominguez, LMFT, also known as Dr. D. Together, we unpack what it means to navigate freedom

Session 398: No One Is Self-Made with Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon

Feb 12 2025 43 mins  
We have been fortunate to have such amazing guests on the show, which makes it all the more exciting when we get to have them return! Today, I’m rejoined by my dear friend, Dr. LaKeysha Hallmon, founder of The Village Market,  to discuss some of the themes of her new book, No One Is Self-Made. From community care in entrepreneurship to the response and responsibilit