Black and EMPOWERed Podcast https://blackandempowered.podbean.com The best thing about being Black is our ability to adapt, overcome, and thrive. On the Black and EMPOWERed podcast, we highlight Black excellence, talk about the science of physical, mental, and behavioral health, and interview experts in the field. Join the EMPOWER lab as we continue to focus on Engaging Minorities in Prevention, Outreach, Wellness, Education, and Research. If you are a student, organizational leader, thinker, healer, creator, or anyone who would like to explore how to best utilize your personal strengths, resources, and talents, then this is the podcast for you! *We are a part of the University of Georgia & Georgia State University, but these are our personal views and are not reflective of the institution.* *The content of this podcast does not constitute therapy, if you are interested in services, please contact a local professional.* Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 All rights reserved. Health & Fitness:Mental Health 1440 episodic The EMPOWER Lab The EMPOWER Lab No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9601970/isha_emp-pod_2023_v5_94evr3.jpg Black and EMPOWERed Podcast https://blackandempowered.podbean.com 144 144 Black & EMPOWERED | Mirror Mirror Ep. 4: From Behind the Scenes to Main Character: Thriving as a Black Student at a PWI and Beyond Black & EMPOWERED | Mirror Mirror Ep. 4: From Behind the Scenes to Main Character: Thriving as a Black Student at a PWI and Beyond https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/black-empowered-mirror-mirror-ep%e2%80%af4-from-behind-the-scenes-to-main-character-thriving-as-a-black-student-at-a-pwi-and-beyond/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/black-empowered-mirror-mirror-ep%e2%80%af4-from-behind-the-scenes-to-main-character-thriving-as-a-black-student-at-a-pwi-and-beyond/#comments Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/6759b818-67ee-3f56-bb2e-530c4f92cb11 In this powerful episode of the Mirror Mirror series, Dr. Isha Metzger sits down with Amari K. Jones to explore the journey of thriving as a Black student at a predominantly white institution (PWI) and carving out your space beyond the campus walls. They dive deep into navigating identity, overcoming microaggressions, cultivating confidence, and finding your voice in environments that weren’t always designed for you. This conversation is full of insight, reflection, and actionable strategies for Black students, young professionals, and anyone looking to show up as their full, authentic self in spaces where they might feel unseen. Tune in for an inspiring discussion about resilience, empowerment, and stepping fully into your story.

]]> In this powerful episode of the Mirror Mirror series, Dr. Isha Metzger sits down with Amari K. Jones to explore the journey of thriving as a Black student at a predominantly white institution (PWI) and carving out your space beyond the campus walls. They dive deep into navigating identity, overcoming microaggressions, cultivating confidence, and finding your voice in environments that weren’t always designed for you. This conversation is full of insight, reflection, and actionable strategies for Black students, young professionals, and anyone looking to show up as their full, authentic self in spaces where they might feel unseen. Tune in for an inspiring discussion about resilience, empowerment, and stepping fully into your story.

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 2530 36 full Black & EMPOWERED | Mirror Mirror Ep. 3: Parenting with Purpose: A Black Psychologist’s Journey Through Motherhood Black & EMPOWERED | Mirror Mirror Ep. 3: Parenting with Purpose: A Black Psychologist’s Journey Through Motherhood https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/black-empowered-mirror-mirror-ep%e2%80%af3-parenting-with-purpose-a-black-psychologist-s-journey-through-motherhood/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/black-empowered-mirror-mirror-ep%e2%80%af3-parenting-with-purpose-a-black-psychologist-s-journey-through-motherhood/#comments Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/955e6ed3-e521-3aef-a3cd-948f46aca2b6 This episode is part three of the Mirror Mirror series—conversations with friends who illuminate my soul! This series is rooted in reflection on how we show up, grow, and build lives that align with our values. We’re unpacking identity, wellness, motherhood, money, and more. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Maryam Jernigan-Noesi, a powerhouse psychologist, educator, and mother. We dive into the unique lens of Black motherhood as a psychological process, what it means to parent with liberation in mind, and how Maryam’s personal and professional worlds inform one another.

]]> This episode is part three of the Mirror Mirror series—conversations with friends who illuminate my soul! This series is rooted in reflection on how we show up, grow, and build lives that align with our values. We’re unpacking identity, wellness, motherhood, money, and more. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Maryam Jernigan-Noesi, a powerhouse psychologist, educator, and mother. We dive into the unique lens of Black motherhood as a psychological process, what it means to parent with liberation in mind, and how Maryam’s personal and professional worlds inform one another.

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 3312 35 full Black & EMPOWERED | Mirror Mirror Ep. 2: From Admin to Alignment w/ Gretchen “Gigi” Fletcher Black & EMPOWERED | Mirror Mirror Ep. 2: From Admin to Alignment w/ Gretchen “Gigi” Fletcher https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/mirrormirrorep2/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/mirrormirrorep2/#comments Wed, 09 Jul 2025 22:28:44 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/90a105bd-31e4-3718-8b0a-57ba56448231 In this installment of the Mirror Mirror Series, host Dr. Isha W. Metzger sits down with Gretchen “Gigi” Fletcher to trace her evolution from high‑level executive assistant to sought‑after retreat producer. Together, they delve into how Gigi’s knack for organization and her commitment to self‑development have shaped transformative experiences for retreat participants.

This conversation explores:

  • How Gigi leveraged her executive assistant skill set—organization, anticipation, relationship‑building—to launch a retreat production career

  • The pivotal role of personal growth and self‑development in making bold professional pivots

  • Why retreats can catalyze profound personal and professional breakthroughs for attendees

  • The core traits of a successful retreat producer: flexibility, compassion, and the ability to foresee and meet unspoken needs

  • Strategies for forging strong, values‑aligned partnerships with clients

  • Why retreat production is as much about crafting meaningful experiences as it is about flawless logistics

  • The lessons Gigi learned from early challenges and how they inform her current approach

  • Gigi’s upcoming training course for aspiring executive assistants and retreat producers

  • Preview of future wellness‑focused retreats and a community‑impact initiative—a back‑to‑school drive for children in Ghana

This is more than a podcast—it’s a mirror to your journey of growth and impact. #BlackAndEMPOWERED #MirrorMirrorSeries #ExecutiveAssistant #RetreatProducer #DrIshaMetzger #GretchenGigiFletcher

🎧 Subscribe and share with someone ready to create transformative retreat experiences.

]]> In this installment of the Mirror Mirror Series, host Dr. Isha W. Metzger sits down with Gretchen “Gigi” Fletcher to trace her evolution from high‑level executive assistant to sought‑after retreat producer. Together, they delve into how Gigi’s knack for organization and her commitment to self‑development have shaped transformative experiences for retreat participants.

This conversation explores:

  • How Gigi leveraged her executive assistant skill set—organization, anticipation, relationship‑building—to launch a retreat production career

  • The pivotal role of personal growth and self‑development in making bold professional pivots

  • Why retreats can catalyze profound personal and professional breakthroughs for attendees

  • The core traits of a successful retreat producer: flexibility, compassion, and the ability to foresee and meet unspoken needs

  • Strategies for forging strong, values‑aligned partnerships with clients

  • Why retreat production is as much about crafting meaningful experiences as it is about flawless logistics

  • The lessons Gigi learned from early challenges and how they inform her current approach

  • Gigi’s upcoming training course for aspiring executive assistants and retreat producers

  • Preview of future wellness‑focused retreats and a community‑impact initiative—a back‑to‑school drive for children in Ghana

This is more than a podcast—it’s a mirror to your journey of growth and impact.
#BlackAndEMPOWERED #MirrorMirrorSeries #ExecutiveAssistant #RetreatProducer #DrIshaMetzger #GretchenGigiFletcher

🎧 Subscribe and share with someone ready to create transformative retreat experiences.

]]> Gretchen “Gigi” Fletcher walks us through her leap from executive assistant to retreat producer—sharing how personal growth fuels professional pivots, why retreats catalyze transformation, and the core skills every producer needs. The EMPOWER Lab false No 3857 34 full Black & EMPOWERED | Mirror Mirror Ep. 1: Monetizing Your Doctorate w/ Dr. Quiana Shamsid-Deen Black & EMPOWERED | Mirror Mirror Ep. 1: Monetizing Your Doctorate w/ Dr. Quiana Shamsid-Deen https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/black-empowered-mirror-mirror-ep-1-monetizing-your-doctorate-w-dr-quiana-shamsid-deen/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/black-empowered-mirror-mirror-ep-1-monetizing-your-doctorate-w-dr-quiana-shamsid-deen/#comments Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:25:31 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/da9b359c-a174-3a82-a2fc-4d07baeb3e75 In the premiere of the Mirror Mirror Series, host Dr. Isha W. Metzger welcomes powerhouse psychologist and entrepreneur Dr. Quiana M. Shamsid-Deen to reflect on how Black women with doctorates can monetize their degrees with purpose and power.

This conversation unpacks:

How to leverage your doctorate beyond academia

The emotional, cultural, and financial intersections of identity and income

Strategies for turning your expertise into generational wealth

This is more than a podcast—it's a mirror to your potential. #BlackAndEMPOWERED #MirrorMirrorSeries #MonetizeYourDoctorate #DrIshaMetzger #DrShamsidDeen

🎧 Subscribe and share with someone ready to turn their doctorate into dollars.

]]> In the premiere of the Mirror Mirror Series, host Dr. Isha W. Metzger welcomes powerhouse psychologist and entrepreneur Dr. Quiana M. Shamsid-Deen to reflect on how Black women with doctorates can monetize their degrees with purpose and power.

This conversation unpacks:

How to leverage your doctorate beyond academia

The emotional, cultural, and financial intersections of identity and income

Strategies for turning your expertise into generational wealth

This is more than a podcast—it's a mirror to your potential.
#BlackAndEMPOWERED #MirrorMirrorSeries #MonetizeYourDoctorate #DrIshaMetzger #DrShamsidDeen

🎧 Subscribe and share with someone ready to turn their doctorate into dollars.

]]> Dr. Quiana Shamsid-Deen joins host Dr. Isha Metzger to reflect on how Black women can monetize their doctorate. The EMPOWER Lab false No 4695 1 33 full Understanding and Navigating Family/Informal Caregiving Understanding and Navigating Family/Informal Caregiving https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/understanding-and-navigating-familyinformal-caregiving/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/understanding-and-navigating-familyinformal-caregiving/#comments Sat, 03 May 2025 21:42:22 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/9d8e0dac-5876-3471-8d32-f8cf7083cb2a In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Keisha White Makinde to discuss the vital topic of caregiving - including what becoming a family (informal) caregiver can look like for Black individuals and why caregiver well being is so important. 

If you have questions or want to connect, contact us at theempowerlab@gmail.com.

 

 

 

]]> In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Keisha White Makinde to discuss the vital topic of caregiving - including what becoming a family (informal) caregiver can look like for Black individuals and why caregiver well being is so important. 

If you have questions or want to connect, contact us at theempowerlab@gmail.com.

 

 

 

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 2950 32 full How can I be a community advocate? How can I be a community advocate? https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/how-can-i-be-a-community-advocate/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/how-can-i-be-a-community-advocate/#comments Tue, 11 Mar 2025 15:58:34 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/36f65f0c-7c9c-36f2-9d7a-f9c8fba78da3 In this episode, Dr. Isha Metzger is joined by Heather and Khandis, two psychology graduate students at Georgia State University, to talk about the relevant and important topic of getting involved in your community. Together, they will discuss what community means, where to look for opportunities to get involved in advocacy, and how to transfer and adapt your existing skills and resources to support the causes and communities you care about.

 

If you have questions or want to connect, contact us at theempowerlab@gmail.com.

 

How to connect with today's guest:

Isha Metzger

Instagram: @drishametzger

Lab Instagram: EMPOWER Instagram

]]> In this episode, Dr. Isha Metzger is joined by Heather and Khandis, two psychology graduate students at Georgia State University, to talk about the relevant and important topic of getting involved in your community. Together, they will discuss what community means, where to look for opportunities to get involved in advocacy, and how to transfer and adapt your existing skills and resources to support the causes and communities you care about.

 

If you have questions or want to connect, contact us at theempowerlab@gmail.com.

 

How to connect with today's guest:

Isha Metzger

Instagram: @drishametzger

Lab Instagram: EMPOWER Instagram

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 2772 4 1 full Raising Resilient Children Raising Resilient Children https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/raising-resilient-children/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/raising-resilient-children/#comments Tue, 12 Dec 2023 21:07:21 -0500 blackandempowered.podbean.com/0d6bf94d-dc8f-3983-8f42-6a37263c2581 In this episode, Dr. Metzger is joined by Tnisha Poe, an incredible mom, business owner, and professional, who is raising a resilient black teen. Together, they will dive into the crucial topic of raising resilient children, exploring culturally relevant parenting approaches within African-American communities.

If you have questions or want to connect, contact us at theempowerlab@gmail.com.

 

How to Connect with our Guest today: 

Tnisha Poe 

Instagram: @TPoe__

Tnisha.poe@gmail.com

 

EMPOWER Instagram

]]> In this episode, Dr. Metzger is joined by Tnisha Poe, an incredible mom, business owner, and professional, who is raising a resilient black teen. Together, they will dive into the crucial topic of raising resilient children, exploring culturally relevant parenting approaches within African-American communities.

If you have questions or want to connect, contact us at theempowerlab@gmail.com.

 

How to Connect with our Guest today: 

Tnisha Poe 

Instagram: @TPoe__

Tnisha.poe@gmail.com

 

EMPOWER Instagram

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 3368 31 full Tailoring TF-CBT to Black Children and Youth with The National Children’s Alliance Tailoring TF-CBT to Black Children and Youth with The National Children’s Alliance https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/tailoring-tf-cbt-to-black-children-and-youth-with-the-national-children-s-alliance/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/tailoring-tf-cbt-to-black-children-and-youth-with-the-national-children-s-alliance/#comments Fri, 01 Dec 2023 19:05:40 -0500 blackandempowered.podbean.com/cf2a85ce-0b7b-3936-b658-dd213b9d39ce In this episode, we explore the nuances of reshaping trauma treatment with Dr. Isha Metzger. Discover how Dr. Metzger recognized the potential for a more effective TF-CBT tailored for Black youth and families, emphasizing the impact of racial stressors and trauma; this is a recent episode with the National Children's Alliance, where Dr. Metzger dives deeper into her work. 

If you have questions or want to connect, reach out to us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com.

 

 

EMPOWER Instagram | | |

]]> In this episode, we explore the nuances of reshaping trauma treatment with Dr. Isha Metzger. Discover how Dr. Metzger recognized the potential for a more effective TF-CBT tailored for Black youth and families, emphasizing the impact of racial stressors and trauma; this is a recent episode with the National Children's Alliance, where Dr. Metzger dives deeper into her work. 

If you have questions or want to connect, reach out to us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com.

 

 

EMPOWER Instagram | | |

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 2974 30 full Unpacking Racial Trauma and Racial Stress: A Pathway to Healing Unpacking Racial Trauma and Racial Stress: A Pathway to Healing https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/unpacking-racial-trauma-and-stress-a-pathway-to-healing/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/unpacking-racial-trauma-and-stress-a-pathway-to-healing/#comments Thu, 26 Oct 2023 22:26:47 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/124e7349-2244-3f81-bb30-8f4c056f1969 In this episode, Dr. Metzger provides valuable insights on racial trauma and racial stress. She is joined by Melanie, a 4th-year Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology at Wheaton College, for an in-depth interview. The episode explores the motivations behind Dr. Metzger's work, focusing on healing, addressing microaggressions, and offering valuable guidance for clinicians working with clients who have experienced racial stress and trauma. Be sure to stay engaged throughout the entire episode to uncover these invaluable insights and gems.

]]> In this episode, Dr. Metzger provides valuable insights on racial trauma and racial stress. She is joined by Melanie, a 4th-year Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology at Wheaton College, for an in-depth interview. The episode explores the motivations behind Dr. Metzger's work, focusing on healing, addressing microaggressions, and offering valuable guidance for clinicians working with clients who have experienced racial stress and trauma. Be sure to stay engaged throughout the entire episode to uncover these invaluable insights and gems.

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 2762 29 full Preparing for Graduate School in Clinical Psychology Preparing for Graduate School in Clinical Psychology https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/preparing-for-graduate-school-in-clinical-psychology/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/preparing-for-graduate-school-in-clinical-psychology/#comments Tue, 11 Jul 2023 09:56:09 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/840f71ba-ef36-3441-9d03-355bf3afa9f8 In this episode, we talk about preparing for graduate school in clinical psychology. We will focus on tips and insights for pursuing your dream clinical psychology Ph.D. program. Ashanti Brown and Dominque Laberrie, graduate students in Clinical Psychology Ph.D. programs, will also give some invaluable insight from their vantage points. Stay tuned through the whole episode!

Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com 

 

EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram

]]> In this episode, we talk about preparing for graduate school in clinical psychology. We will focus on tips and insights for pursuing your dream clinical psychology Ph.D. program. Ashanti Brown and Dominque Laberrie, graduate students in Clinical Psychology Ph.D. programs, will also give some invaluable insight from their vantage points. Stay tuned through the whole episode!

Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com 

 

EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 4483 28 full Peace and Productivity: I Want to Be Happy Along the Way Peace and Productivity: I Want to Be Happy Along the Way https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/peace-and-productivity-i-want-to-be-happy-along-the-way/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/peace-and-productivity-i-want-to-be-happy-along-the-way/#comments Fri, 12 May 2023 12:23:38 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/656fedc0-308a-391a-801f-0651bb7d0f5c In this episode, we talk about the work we’re doing in The EMPOWER Lab and on the Racial Trauma Task Force, as well as the benefit of finding happiness along the way. New staff, Ashley and Karissa, also give some expert advice on preparing to go to grad school, so stay tuned through the whole episode!

 

Episode Guests: Georgia State University Racial Trauma Task Force

https://www.drishametzger.com/racial-trauma-task-force 

 

Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com 

 

EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram

]]> In this episode, we talk about the work we’re doing in The EMPOWER Lab and on the Racial Trauma Task Force, as well as the benefit of finding happiness along the way. New staff, Ashley and Karissa, also give some expert advice on preparing to go to grad school, so stay tuned through the whole episode!

 

Episode Guests: Georgia State University Racial Trauma Task Force

https://www.drishametzger.com/racial-trauma-task-force 

 

Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com 

 

EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 2350 27 full The Meaning of Healing for Black Kids and Families with The National Children’s Alliance The Meaning of Healing for Black Kids and Families with The National Children’s Alliance https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/the-meaning-of-healing-for-black-kids-and-families-with-the-national-children-s-alliance/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/the-meaning-of-healing-for-black-kids-and-families-with-the-national-children-s-alliance/#comments Tue, 25 Apr 2023 19:44:38 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/8986d79e-5075-32b3-a210-87a2b816fee1 In this episode, Dr. Metzger is a guest on the National Children's Alliance podcast. She discusses her research on racial socialization and its impact on treatment outcomes for Black children and families in Child Advocacy Centers (CACs). Dr. Metzger also explores the role of celebratory experiences in healing from trauma and emphasizes the importance of racial justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion in mental health disparity.

 

Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com 

 

EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram

]]> In this episode, Dr. Metzger is a guest on the National Children's Alliance podcast. She discusses her research on racial socialization and its impact on treatment outcomes for Black children and families in Child Advocacy Centers (CACs). Dr. Metzger also explores the role of celebratory experiences in healing from trauma and emphasizes the importance of racial justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion in mental health disparity.

 

Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com 

 

EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 3462 26 full No Crumbs Left: Negotiating in Academia with Dr. Christina Alicia Campbell No Crumbs Left: Negotiating in Academia with Dr. Christina Alicia Campbell https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/no-crumbs-left-negotiating-in-academia-with-dr-christina-alicia-campbell/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/no-crumbs-left-negotiating-in-academia-with-dr-christina-alicia-campbell/#comments Tue, 11 Apr 2023 15:14:19 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/5b4603cc-f8c2-3692-a579-f117e5738e38 In this episode, Dr. Metzger interviews a very special guest: Dr. Christina Alicia Campbell! Christina Campbell is an Associate Professor, Entrepreneur, and author of the ABC’s of Negotiating! We are here today to talk to her about her journey on the other side of academia and how she has managed to maintain success (and a high salary) while carving out the life of her dreams!

Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com

 

EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram

 

Connect with Dr. Christina Alicia Campbell: 

Website:

https://www.academe180.com/

IG: 

https://www.instagram.com/academe180/

 

Buy the ABC’s of Negotiating on Amazon here 

 

Podcast Mentioned: 

Pocketwatching with JT

]]> In this episode, Dr. Metzger interviews a very special guest: Dr. Christina Alicia Campbell! Christina Campbell is an Associate Professor, Entrepreneur, and author of the ABC’s of Negotiating! We are here today to talk to her about her journey on the other side of academia and how she has managed to maintain success (and a high salary) while carving out the life of her dreams!

Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com

 

EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram

 

Connect with Dr. Christina Alicia Campbell: 

Website:

https://www.academe180.com/

IG: 

https://www.instagram.com/academe180/

 

Buy the ABC’s of Negotiating on Amazon here 

 

Podcast Mentioned: 

Pocketwatching with JT

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 3370 25 full Anxious Parenting with Around the Way Curls Anxious Parenting with Around the Way Curls https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/anxious-parenting-with-around-the-way-curls/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/anxious-parenting-with-around-the-way-curls/#comments Tue, 28 Mar 2023 13:05:33 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/1f96be93-c421-3e12-97ef-e8f2f2baae70 Join us this week for a special episode in which our very own Dr. Isha Metzger converses with one of the hosts of Around the Way Curls, Shanti. 

Together they discuss parenting anxious children and how we can disrupt patterns of anxiety and harm. 

Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com

 

EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram

]]> Join us this week for a special episode in which our very own Dr. Isha Metzger converses with one of the hosts of Around the Way Curls, Shanti. 

Together they discuss parenting anxious children and how we can disrupt patterns of anxiety and harm. 

Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com

 

EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 3333 24 full Education in Psychology with Sarah Jiang Education in Psychology with Sarah Jiang https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/education-in-psychology-with-sarah-jiang/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/education-in-psychology-with-sarah-jiang/#comments Fri, 16 Dec 2022 13:09:46 -0500 blackandempowered.podbean.com/4198f7b5-e163-3972-8e32-919499e59537 Join us this week with a special episode in which our very own Dr. Isha Metzger discusses the need for and ways to integrate psychology in schools to help combat racial discrimination and trauma for our children. 

EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram

]]> Join us this week with a special episode in which our very own Dr. Isha Metzger discusses the need for and ways to integrate psychology in schools to help combat racial discrimination and trauma for our children. 

EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 2106 23 full Trauma, Triggers, Treatment with White Table Talk Trauma, Triggers, Treatment with White Table Talk https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/trauma-triggers-treatment-with-white-table-talk/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/trauma-triggers-treatment-with-white-table-talk/#comments Sun, 16 Oct 2022 13:51:56 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/51b4b703-b6ca-3223-99b3-bcea32731baf Join us on this special episode as our very own Dr. Isha Metzger joins Eugenia Buie and Jacqueline Stevens, hosts of the White Table Talk, as they discuss trauma exposure, triggers, and forms of treatment to address trauma. 

Eugenia Buie | Jacqueline Stevens | EMPOWER Lab Twitter & Instagram | Dr. Isha Metzger

]]> Join us on this special episode as our very own Dr. Isha Metzger joins Eugenia Buie and Jacqueline Stevens, hosts of the White Table Talk, as they discuss trauma exposure, triggers, and forms of treatment to address trauma. 

Eugenia Buie | Jacqueline Stevens | EMPOWER Lab Twitter & Instagram | Dr. Isha Metzger

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 4126 22 full Science Communication Science Communication https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/science-communication/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/science-communication/#comments Tue, 16 Aug 2022 20:24:45 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/2419324f-0b3c-3603-ab28-2372ba38d847 In today's episode, we introduce our new co-hosts, Ashanti J. Brown and Niara J. Carrenard, clinical graduate students of The EMPOWER lab. Our special guest, Lisa Bartolomeo, discusses the need for science communication at the clinical and personal level and shares how she, as a member of Dr. Isha Metzger's Racial Trauma Task Force, utilize social media and other avenues to share science with the public. 

The EMPOWER Lab Twitter | Our Doctoral Journey | 10 Tips for Effective Science Communication

]]> In today's episode, we introduce our new co-hosts, Ashanti J. Brown and Niara J. Carrenard, clinical graduate students of The EMPOWER lab. Our special guest, Lisa Bartolomeo, discusses the need for science communication at the clinical and personal level and shares how she, as a member of Dr. Isha Metzger's Racial Trauma Task Force, utilize social media and other avenues to share science with the public. 

The EMPOWER Lab Twitter | Our Doctoral Journey | 10 Tips for Effective Science Communication

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 4211 21 full Full Circle Moments with Dr. Amber Childs Full Circle Moments with Dr. Amber Childs https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/full-circle-moments-with-dr-amber-childs/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/full-circle-moments-with-dr-amber-childs/#comments Fri, 17 Jun 2022 01:01:00 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/87dbfc14-c4da-3b08-b6aa-c61b3f15e46f Join us in this episode with our Special Guest Dr. Amber Childs, assistant professor at Yale School of Medicine. In this episode, we chat about Dr. Childs academic journey, and how she contributes to increasing DEI in academia.

To send in questions for our next episode, email theempowerlab@gmail.com

Dr. Amber Childs Twitter | Yale Measurement Based Care Collaborative Twitter | The EMPOWER Lab Twitter & Instagram

]]> Join us in this episode with our Special Guest Dr. Amber Childs, assistant professor at Yale School of Medicine. In this episode, we chat about Dr. Childs academic journey, and how she contributes to increasing DEI in academia.

To send in questions for our next episode, email theempowerlab@gmail.com

Dr. Amber Childs Twitter | Yale Measurement Based Care Collaborative Twitter | The EMPOWER Lab Twitter & Instagram

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 6572 20 full Repurposing Your Rejected Fellowship Applications Repurposing Your Rejected Fellowship Applications https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/repurposing-your-rejected-fellowship-applications/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/repurposing-your-rejected-fellowship-applications/#comments Thu, 21 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/f553a97a-d060-309f-94cd-eff8520fdf6d Join our special guests Violeta J. Rodriguez (2018-2021 Ford Predoctoral Fellow, 2021 NIH Grantee) and Dominique La Barrie (Goizueta Fellow) as they discuss how to repurpose your past funding applications (e.g., Ford, SREB) for future submissions, and how to cope with rejection. This conversation is especially geared toward students from historically marginalized backgrounds and first-generation students, but all students (including incoming graduate students or applicants) are sure to benefit from this discussion. The contents of the workshop are based on funding workshops originally developed by soon-to-be Dr. Kharine Jean and Dr. Shantesica Mearshe Gilliam, SREB Fellows at the University of Georgia.

Violeta J. Rodriguez | Dominique L. La Barrie | The EMPOWER Lab Social

]]> Join our special guests Violeta J. Rodriguez (2018-2021 Ford Predoctoral Fellow, 2021 NIH Grantee) and Dominique La Barrie (Goizueta Fellow) as they discuss how to repurpose your past funding applications (e.g., Ford, SREB) for future submissions, and how to cope with rejection. This conversation is especially geared toward students from historically marginalized backgrounds and first-generation students, but all students (including incoming graduate students or applicants) are sure to benefit from this discussion. The contents of the workshop are based on funding workshops originally developed by soon-to-be Dr. Kharine Jean and Dr. Shantesica Mearshe Gilliam, SREB Fellows at the University of Georgia.

Violeta J. Rodriguez | Dominique L. La Barrie | The EMPOWER Lab Social

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 3547 19 full Redefining the Strong Black Woman: with Dr. Jasmine Abrams and Dr. Natalie Watson-Singleton Redefining the Strong Black Woman: with Dr. Jasmine Abrams and Dr. Natalie Watson-Singleton https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/redefining-the-strong-black-woman-with-dr-jasmine-abrams-and-dr-natalie-watson-singleton/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/redefining-the-strong-black-woman-with-dr-jasmine-abrams-and-dr-natalie-watson-singleton/#comments Tue, 08 Mar 2022 09:13:13 -0500 blackandempowered.podbean.com/51ded539-28f1-3a97-bdb5-b9315ce9140d In this episode, we interview two very special guests: Drs. Jasmine Abrams & Natalie Watson-Singleton! They have overlapping research interests in SBW… Nuances between being strong and productive, and being soft and getting rest… what does their research say? How does it play out in their lives? What about clinical practice or experience with their own personal therapists? We’ll get advice from these amazing scholars, activists, entrepreneurs that will inspire students, budding business owners, researchers and clinicians, and other SBW everywhere!

Check out Drs. Jasmine Abrams and Natalie Watson-Singletons social media below!

Dr. Jasmine Abrams LinkTree & Twitter Dr. Natalie Watson-Singleton Twitter EMPOWER Twitter & Instagram

 

]]> In this episode, we interview two very special guests: Drs. Jasmine Abrams & Natalie Watson-Singleton! They have overlapping research interests in SBW… Nuances between being strong and productive, and being soft and getting rest… what does their research say? How does it play out in their lives? What about clinical practice or experience with their own personal therapists? We’ll get advice from these amazing scholars, activists, entrepreneurs that will inspire students, budding business owners, researchers and clinicians, and other SBW everywhere!

Check out Drs. Jasmine Abrams and Natalie Watson-Singletons social media below!

Dr. Jasmine Abrams LinkTree & Twitter Dr. Natalie Watson-Singleton Twitter EMPOWER Twitter & Instagram

 

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 3642 18 full Dr. Isha Metzger on the Psych Mic Podcast Dr. Isha Metzger on the Psych Mic Podcast https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/dr-isha-metzger-on-the-psych-mic-podcast/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/dr-isha-metzger-on-the-psych-mic-podcast/#comments Fri, 18 Feb 2022 18:16:00 -0500 blackandempowered.podbean.com/dcb0e57e-ac4d-3a09-b883-58c4e8a0533a Come join us as we feature Psych Mic, hosted by Maya Metser as she interviews Dr. Isha Metzger. This special episode opens with a laugh. This episode is especially great for students considering going deeper into academic pursuits around psychology and/or getting into clinical practice.

To learn more about Psych Mic, check out their page here: Psych Mic

And learn more about The EMPOWER lab on our Twitter and Instagram

]]> Come join us as we feature Psych Mic, hosted by Maya Metser as she interviews Dr. Isha Metzger. This special episode opens with a laugh. This episode is especially great for students considering going deeper into academic pursuits around psychology and/or getting into clinical practice.

To learn more about Psych Mic, check out their page here: Psych Mic

And learn more about The EMPOWER lab on our Twitter and Instagram

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 4689 17 full The Psychologists Podcast with Dr. Isha Metzger The Psychologists Podcast with Dr. Isha Metzger https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/the-psychologists-podcast-with-dr-isha-metzger/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/the-psychologists-podcast-with-dr-isha-metzger/#comments Sun, 26 Dec 2021 09:58:02 -0500 blackandempowered.podbean.com/8f4a4190-e32c-3da9-b399-80f5a3e68b77 Today's episode will cover how to discuss race with children, what to do as a clinical when working with clients with different beliefs, and the work that the EMPOWER lab does in racial trauma and racial socialization in offsetting these issues in our communities. 

This interview with Dr. Isha Metzger was initially recorded for The Psychologist's Podcast by Gill and Julia Strait, released on their podcast earlier this year. Gill and Julia are both Licensed Psychologists (TX) and Licensed Specialists in School Psychology

EMPOWER Lab Instagram : EMPOWER Lab Linkt.ree

]]> Today's episode will cover how to discuss race with children, what to do as a clinical when working with clients with different beliefs, and the work that the EMPOWER lab does in racial trauma and racial socialization in offsetting these issues in our communities. 

This interview with Dr. Isha Metzger was initially recorded for The Psychologist's Podcast by Gill and Julia Strait, released on their podcast earlier this year. Gill and Julia are both Licensed Psychologists (TX) and Licensed Specialists in School Psychology

EMPOWER Lab Instagram : EMPOWER Lab Linkt.ree

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 5177 16 full The Cohort Sistas The Cohort Sistas https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/the-cohort-sistas/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/the-cohort-sistas/#comments Wed, 01 Dec 2021 16:32:32 -0500 blackandempowered.podbean.com/e691f91f-4bbf-31ee-8c99-83168f3ffcaf Join us in this special podcast where our very own Dr. Isha Metzger interviews with The Cohort Sistas Podcast and discusses establishing expectations and boundaries in her work and blacking both academic and community work. To learn more about The Cohort Sistas, check out their social media linked below, and their podcast filled with academic gems here.

 

The Cohort Sistas Twitter | The Cohort Sistas | The Empower Twitter & Instagram

 

]]> Join us in this special podcast where our very own Dr. Isha Metzger interviews with The Cohort Sistas Podcast and discusses establishing expectations and boundaries in her work and blacking both academic and community work. To learn more about The Cohort Sistas, check out their social media linked below, and their podcast filled with academic gems here.

 

The Cohort Sistas Twitter | The Cohort Sistas | The Empower Twitter & Instagram

 

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 2800 15 full Spotlight on Women Principal Investigators in Academia Spotlight on Women Principal Investigators in Academia https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/spotlight-on-women-principal-investigators-in-academia/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/spotlight-on-women-principal-investigators-in-academia/#comments Thu, 18 Nov 2021 12:35:26 -0500 blackandempowered.podbean.com/93e3bac2-56bd-3994-823a-415f05cdbe65 Join us for a conversation with Candice Dwyer, second yr doctoral student at Virginia Tech, and our very own Dr. Isha Metzger, as they discuss Women Principal Investigators. Learn about the path towards becoming a PI as a woman in academia.

EMPOWER Twitter EMPOWER Instagram

]]> Join us for a conversation with Candice Dwyer, second yr doctoral student at Virginia Tech, and our very own Dr. Isha Metzger, as they discuss Women Principal Investigators. Learn about the path towards becoming a PI as a woman in academia.

EMPOWER Twitter EMPOWER Instagram

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 3474 14 full Meet the Family pt. 2 Meet the Family pt. 2 https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/meet-the-family-pt-2/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/meet-the-family-pt-2/#comments Fri, 08 Oct 2021 11:49:42 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/b56d39ff-0706-37cb-8af3-521f246187e4 Welcome to Season 2 of the Black and EMPOWERED Podcast. In this first episode, meet our newest graduate students, Ashanti Brown and Niara Carrenard. We will update you on all that's been going on, changes in the EMPOWER lab, and highlight stories of Black excellence.

Follow us on our Instagram and Twitter and follow the Black excellence pages discussed in this episode below.

IG: @ByCherele : @Beyourself Growing Gardenias Podcast

 

]]> Welcome to Season 2 of the Black and EMPOWERED Podcast. In this first episode, meet our newest graduate students, Ashanti Brown and Niara Carrenard. We will update you on all that's been going on, changes in the EMPOWER lab, and highlight stories of Black excellence.

Follow us on our Instagram and Twitter and follow the Black excellence pages discussed in this episode below.

IG: @ByCherele : @Beyourself Growing Gardenias Podcast

 

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 3531 13 full REEC Radio Rebroadcast REEC Radio Rebroadcast https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/reec-radio-rebroadcast/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/reec-radio-rebroadcast/#comments Fri, 10 Sep 2021 12:32:23 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/af9a0353-0fc6-3c06-9bf8-77b60ac46080 Join us on this rebroadcast episode of REEC radio's interview with our very own Dr. Isha Metzger. Dr. Metzger will discuss racial trauma, coping, and how she challenges systemic racism using a multi-level approach.

 

Follow on social media REEC Radio  Dr. Isha Metzger The EMPOWER Lab

]]> Join us on this rebroadcast episode of REEC radio's interview with our very own Dr. Isha Metzger. Dr. Metzger will discuss racial trauma, coping, and how she challenges systemic racism using a multi-level approach.

 

Follow on social media REEC Radio  Dr. Isha Metzger The EMPOWER Lab

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 1768 12 full Suicidality Among Black Teens - Interview with Dr. Isha Metzger Suicidality Among Black Teens - Interview with Dr. Isha Metzger https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/suicidality-among-black-teens-interview-with-dr-isha-metzger/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/suicidality-among-black-teens-interview-with-dr-isha-metzger/#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2021 14:47:47 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/6ecd6574-9f3b-38d8-9e27-03f03f083cb7 Join us today as we listen to Liz Tung interview Dr. Isha Metzger as she discusses suicidality in Black youth, risk factors and barriers that may impact access to health care and mental health services in Black communities, and how to actively participate in reducing existing barriers, whether you are a clinical or community member. 

Important Links:

‘We are in a state of emergency’: What's behind the rising suicide rate among Black kids

Liz Tung

Dr. Isha Metzger

The EMPOWER Lab

]]> Join us today as we listen to Liz Tung interview Dr. Isha Metzger as she discusses suicidality in Black youth, risk factors and barriers that may impact access to health care and mental health services in Black communities, and how to actively participate in reducing existing barriers, whether you are a clinical or community member. 

Important Links:

‘We are in a state of emergency’: What's behind the rising suicide rate among Black kids

Liz Tung

Dr. Isha Metzger

The EMPOWER Lab

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 3827 11 full The State of Black Mental Health The State of Black Mental Health https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/the-state-of-black-mental-health/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/the-state-of-black-mental-health/#comments Wed, 04 Aug 2021 14:34:29 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/d3cd7710-fd99-38b4-ae1f-a18f34becd0e Listen in on this special panel discussion on the state of Black mental health, featuring Dr. Earl Turner, Dr. Donell Barnett, Dr. Maryam Jernigan-Noesi, and our very own Dr. Isha Metzger. Join the panelists as they discuss coping and healing, increased stress in our communities of color, the need for culturally responsive clinicians, explicit conversations about racism between parents and children, and coping and healing strategies.

Trigger warning there will be discussion on police brutality and racial injustice as part of the episode. 

Follow the panelists and us on social media: The Empower Lab, Therapy for Black Kids, Dr. Maryam Jernigan-Noesi

]]> Listen in on this special panel discussion on the state of Black mental health, featuring Dr. Earl Turner, Dr. Donell Barnett, Dr. Maryam Jernigan-Noesi, and our very own Dr. Isha Metzger. Join the panelists as they discuss coping and healing, increased stress in our communities of color, the need for culturally responsive clinicians, explicit conversations about racism between parents and children, and coping and healing strategies.

Trigger warning there will be discussion on police brutality and racial injustice as part of the episode. 

Follow the panelists and us on social media: The Empower Lab, Therapy for Black Kids, Dr. Maryam Jernigan-Noesi

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 3781 10 full How to Set Up a Research Team How to Set Up a Research Team https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/how-to-set-up-a-research-team/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/how-to-set-up-a-research-team/#comments Wed, 14 Jul 2021 10:36:52 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/bcbfe655-e46c-3f94-a505-af1487961005 Join us on this special episode in collaboration with Yale University's Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Aids, CIRA, panel discussion on how to set up a research team. Learn how the panel members discuss creating the culture they want within their teams, managing, mentoring, and developing your research staff.

To learn more about Yale University's CIRA program click here.

 

]]> Join us on this special episode in collaboration with Yale University's Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Aids, CIRA, panel discussion on how to set up a research team. Learn how the panel members discuss creating the culture they want within their teams, managing, mentoring, and developing your research staff.

To learn more about Yale University's CIRA program click here.

 

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 5205 9 full Corona Kiki Corona Kiki https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/corona-kiki/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/corona-kiki/#comments Wed, 16 Jun 2021 08:01:07 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/661d6e60-a6cf-35e2-95d8-9792dd1102ff In today's episode, we are gonna be real with our audience about our experiences with COVID-19, while being in grad school and still trying to maintain a sense of normalcy the best that we can during these hectic times. Join us as we discuss what it's been like for us and also cover some coping tips that we have found useful in our personal lives.

 

Check out our socials: Instagram Twitter Facebook

]]> In today's episode, we are gonna be real with our audience about our experiences with COVID-19, while being in grad school and still trying to maintain a sense of normalcy the best that we can during these hectic times. Join us as we discuss what it's been like for us and also cover some coping tips that we have found useful in our personal lives.

 

Check out our socials: Instagram Twitter Facebook

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 2514 8 full MedPage Interview on Cultural Humility MedPage Interview on Cultural Humility https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/medpage-interview-on-cultural-humility/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/medpage-interview-on-cultural-humility/#comments Wed, 26 May 2021 09:52:31 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/17e6d48c-d655-3c0d-b9fe-0746dd2c920c This week join us for a special interview with Kara Grant, Enterprise and Investigative Writer for MedPage, and our very own Dr. Isha Metzger as they discuss how to treat Ethno-Racial trauma with cultural humility. You can learn more about MedPage and Kara Grant on the MedPage website. The original episode aired on April 26, 2021, through MedPage and be sure to check out our social media accounts @bbkars and @TheEMPOWERLab

]]> This week join us for a special interview with Kara Grant, Enterprise and Investigative Writer for MedPage, and our very own Dr. Isha Metzger as they discuss how to treat Ethno-Racial trauma with cultural humility. You can learn more about MedPage and Kara Grant on the MedPage website. The original episode aired on April 26, 2021, through MedPage and be sure to check out our social media accounts @bbkars and @TheEMPOWERLab

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 1708 7 full Psychoeducation on Racial Stress & Trauma Psychoeducation on Racial Stress & Trauma https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/psychoeducation-on-racial-stress-trauma/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/psychoeducation-on-racial-stress-trauma/#comments Wed, 05 May 2021 09:43:27 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/81471e94-95ef-32ec-8ac0-3b40e4c80c43 Come join the Black & Empowered team as we interview Dr. Isha Metzger and discuss racial stress and trauma in the context of psychoeducation. What is psychoeducation? How can it benefit you? And we'll also discuss coping strategies that can help in your healing. 

]]> Come join the Black & Empowered team as we interview Dr. Isha Metzger and discuss racial stress and trauma in the context of psychoeducation. What is psychoeducation? How can it benefit you? And we'll also discuss coping strategies that can help in your healing. 

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 4058 6 full How to be a Better Ally How to be a Better Ally https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/how-to-be-a-better-ally/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/how-to-be-a-better-ally/#comments Wed, 07 Apr 2021 09:56:54 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/d777e10b-8723-399f-adaa-ee6e4239db2c Join the Black & Empowered team as we discuss allyship and how to be a better ally without  falling into the stereotypical 'white savior' trope. Our special guests this week are Ian Raugh and Miriam Zegarac from the University of Georgia's Clinical Psychology program. 

]]> Join the Black & Empowered team as we discuss allyship and how to be a better ally without  falling into the stereotypical 'white savior' trope. Our special guests this week are Ian Raugh and Miriam Zegarac from the University of Georgia's Clinical Psychology program. 

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 2877 5 full Racial Trauma is Real: Coping & Healing Racial Trauma is Real: Coping & Healing https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/racial-trauma-is-real-coping-healing/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/racial-trauma-is-real-coping-healing/#comments Wed, 10 Feb 2021 10:43:46 -0500 blackandempowered.podbean.com/b01023f2-595e-3dd8-bdbb-77fcb4da143a The EMPOWER Lab false No 3292 4 full Breaching the Tower: Applying to Grad School Breaching the Tower: Applying to Grad School https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/breaching-the-tower-applying-to-grad-school/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/breaching-the-tower-applying-to-grad-school/#comments Fri, 08 Jan 2021 17:18:14 -0500 blackandempowered.podbean.com/51a330de-45dc-3f08-a77b-97e0d4fb31cc Want to get into graduate school in psychology? Well, in this episode we talk about how you can do that! We are joined by two special guests, Violeta Rodriguez and Dominique La Barrie, from our Clinical and BBS psychology programs to talk about how they got into grad school and what you can do based on where you are.

]]> Want to get into graduate school in psychology? Well, in this episode we talk about how you can do that! We are joined by two special guests, Violeta Rodriguez and Dominique La Barrie, from our Clinical and BBS psychology programs to talk about how they got into grad school and what you can do based on where you are.

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 4495 3 full Special Episode: ABCT's Interpersonal Podcast Special Episode: ABCT's Interpersonal Podcast https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/special-guest-episode-abcts-interpersonal-podcast/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/special-guest-episode-abcts-interpersonal-podcast/#comments Wed, 16 Dec 2020 11:10:30 -0500 blackandempowered.podbean.com/cb712158-a17c-3877-b96a-8ab71c227d1d Description

Join us this week for a very special episode of the Black & EMPOWERed Podcast! Every year the Child Maltreatment and Interpersonal Violence Special Interest Group (CMIV SIG) of The Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies sponsors a keynote address at their annual meeting. This year, Dr. Isha Metzger spoke about her research on racial socialization and addressing interpersonal and racial trauma in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), emphasizing her work with youth of color. She highlighted connections to interpersonal violence and child maltreatment work and provided tangible examples of how clinicians can take up findings from her research in their clinical work. Her call to all of us? To be advocates and allies. Listen to highlights from Dr. Metzger's talk in the second episode of Interpersonal and the Black and EMPOWERed Podcast. Interpersonal, like Black and EMPOWERed is a new podcast that features brief conversations with researchers, practitioners, and students. Learn more about the SIG at their website: sites.google.com/view/abct-cmiv-sig and follow them on Twitter, @CMIV_SIG co-hosted by student representatives Hannah Coffey and Aggie Rieger under the supervision of Dr. Michelle Haikalis. Original podcast music by Corey Richier. And of course, check out the Black and EMPOWERed Podcast co-hosted by @drishametzger @__therealbriana @haytisha by clicking the link in our bio or visiting https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/.

 

Dr. Metzger is a CMIV SIG member and an Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia. Learn more about her work in the resources below!

 

Dr. Metzger’s website: http://www.drishametzger.com/

Dr. Metzger’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/drishametzger

EMPOWER Lab website: https://psychology.uga.edu/research/lab/clinical-labs-empower-lab-dr-isha-metzger

EMPOWER Lab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theempowerlab/

Article by Dr. Metzger - Healing Interpersonal and Racial Trauma: Integrating Racial Socialization Into Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for African American Youth in Child Maltreatment: https://tinyurl.com/y324nk4x

Description of the cognitive triangle: https://hudsontherapygroup.com/blog/cognitive-triangle

 

#interpersonal #blackandempowered #podcast #trauma #racialtrauma #stress

]]> Description

Join us this week for a very special episode of the Black & EMPOWERed Podcast! Every year the Child Maltreatment and Interpersonal Violence Special Interest Group (CMIV SIG) of The Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies sponsors a keynote address at their annual meeting. This year, Dr. Isha Metzger spoke about her research on racial socialization and addressing interpersonal and racial trauma in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), emphasizing her work with youth of color. She highlighted connections to interpersonal violence and child maltreatment work and provided tangible examples of how clinicians can take up findings from her research in their clinical work. Her call to all of us? To be advocates and allies. Listen to highlights from Dr. Metzger's talk in the second episode of Interpersonal and the Black and EMPOWERed Podcast. Interpersonal, like Black and EMPOWERed is a new podcast that features brief conversations with researchers, practitioners, and students. Learn more about the SIG at their website: sites.google.com/view/abct-cmiv-sig and follow them on Twitter, @CMIV_SIG co-hosted by student representatives Hannah Coffey and Aggie Rieger under the supervision of Dr. Michelle Haikalis. Original podcast music by Corey Richier. And of course, check out the Black and EMPOWERed Podcast co-hosted by @drishametzger @__therealbriana @haytisha by clicking the link in our bio or visiting https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/.

 

Dr. Metzger is a CMIV SIG member and an Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia. Learn more about her work in the resources below!

 

Dr. Metzger’s website: http://www.drishametzger.com/

Dr. Metzger’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/drishametzger

EMPOWER Lab website: https://psychology.uga.edu/research/lab/clinical-labs-empower-lab-dr-isha-metzger

EMPOWER Lab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theempowerlab/

Article by Dr. Metzger - Healing Interpersonal and Racial Trauma: Integrating Racial Socialization Into Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for African American Youth in Child Maltreatment: https://tinyurl.com/y324nk4x

Description of the cognitive triangle: https://hudsontherapygroup.com/blog/cognitive-triangle

 

#interpersonal #blackandempowered #podcast #trauma #racialtrauma #stress

]]> The EMPOWER Lab false No 2114 2 full Meet the family Meet the family https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/meet-the-family-1603289864/ https://blackandempowered.podbean.com/e/meet-the-family-1603289864/#comments Wed, 21 Oct 2020 10:17:44 -0400 blackandempowered.podbean.com/7e6776af-a2d5-38b2-94de-cf2e5db1141c Welcome to the first episode of the Black and EMPOWERed podcast! In this episode we introduce ourselves and tell you a bit about what this podcast will look like in the future. Press play to meet the family!

]]> Welcome to the first episode of the Black and EMPOWERed podcast! In this episode we introduce ourselves and tell you a bit about what this podcast will look like in the future. Press play to meet the family!

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