Have you ever struggled or dealt with difficult times and wanted to give up?
Have you ever had suicidal thoughts or ideation and felt like you couldn’t talk to anyone or were afraid to ask for help because you didn’t want to appear weak?
Do you find it hard to take time to practice self-care and self-love?
If so, we invite you to participate in the Life is Better With You Here podcast series with Dr. Chivonna Childs as she takes a deeper look into mental health and wellness in the African American community.
The Life Is Better With You Here podcast series will cover why living a well-balanced lifestyle will encourage overall mental wellness in the African American community. We will address the stigma around Depression, PTSD, Suicide, and many other challenging topics. We will also provide you with ways to cope with distressing situations and how to love yourself better. The podcast’s purpose is to help build and instill better mental health practices with information and resources- and talk about why life is indeed better with YOU here. If you or anyone you know needs help and resources on how to better your mental health, please tune in and invite a friend.
This podcast is sponsored by the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation and brought to you by Global Insight Productions. Our host is Dr. Chivonna Childs; she has over 25 years of experience in counseling. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Bowling Green State University. She received her Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Cleveland State University. She has worked in multiple settings, including community mental health centers, nursing homes, private practices, and hospital systems. She has given various presentations on mental health and focuses on the treatment of Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, African American Women, and Postpartum depression and anxiety. She has been featured in the Healthy Actions Column on Depression in the Akron Beacon Journal. Currently, Dr. Childs works as a Staff Psychologist at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation. She provides psychotherapy/tele mental health to individuals, families, and couples to effectively manage mood and behavior.
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Have you ever struggled or dealt with difficult times and wanted to give up?
Have you ever had suicidal thoughts or ideation and felt like you couldn’t talk to anyone or were afraid to ask for help because you didn’t want to appear weak?
Do you find it hard to take time to practice self-care and self-love?
If so, we invite you to participate in the Life is Better With You Here podcast series with Dr. Chivonna Childs as she takes a deeper look into mental health and wellness in the African American community.
The Life Is Better With You Here podcast series will cover why living a well-balanced lifestyle will encourage overall mental wellness in the African American community. We will address the stigma around Depression, PTSD, Suicide, and many other challenging topics. We will also provide you with ways to cope with distressing situations and how to love yourself better. The podcast’s purpose is to help build and instill better mental health practices with information and resources- and talk about why life is indeed better with YOU here. If you or anyone you know needs help and resources on how to better your mental health, please tune in and invite a friend.
This podcast is sponsored by the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation and brought to you by Global Insight Productions. Our host is Dr. Chivonna Childs; she has over 25 years of experience in counseling. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Bowling Green State University. She received her Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Cleveland State University. She has worked in multiple settings, including community mental health centers, nursing homes, private practices, and hospital systems. She has given various presentations on mental health and focuses on the treatment of Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, African American Women, and Postpartum depression and anxiety. She has been featured in the Healthy Actions Column on Depression in the Akron Beacon Journal. Currently, Dr. Childs works as a Staff Psychologist at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation. She provides psychotherapy/tele mental health to individuals, families, and couples to effectively manage mood and behavior.
Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about “Adolescence & Teens, Mental Health”. She’ll go over statistics for black and brown youth, signs to look out for, and what to do if you or someone you love is suffering from “un-aliving” ideation.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
Listen to our podcast:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4KzHrfW5-go8Ck63Fg0YogZ1sE2KNIwa
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https://www.instagram.com/lifeisbetterwithyouhere/
Life Is Better With You Here resources:
https://lifeisbetterwithyouhere.org/
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External Resources
How to make a safety plan: https://www.mysafetyplan.org/.
https://988lifeline.org/storytelling-for-suicide-prevention-checklist/
Warning signs: https://988lifeline.org/how-we-can-all-prevent-suicide/
When a loved one has made an attempt: https://afsp.org/when-a-loved-one-has-made-an-attempt/
SAMHSA: https://store.samhsa.gov/product/A-Journey-Toward-Health-and-Hope-Your-Handbook-for-Recovery-After-a-Suicide-Attempt/SMA15-4419
AAOS: https://suicidology.org/
Action Alliance: https://theactionalliance.org/
Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about “Veteran and Mental Health”. She’ll go over how some people may respond to service, the definition of PTSD, and different successful therapy options that have been beneficial to those suffering from PTSD.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
Listen to our podcast:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4KzHrfW5-go8Ck63Fg0YogZ1sE2KNIwa
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/lifeisbetterwithyouhere/
Life Is Better With You Here resources:
https://lifeisbetterwithyouhere.org/
https://lifeisbetterwithyouhere.org/support-resources/
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Join us for our newest episode of Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about the LGBTQIA+ Community and Mental Health. She’ll go over the definition of LGBTQIA+, what to do to help create safer mental health for those in the community, how to be an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community, and resources to educate yourself. And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
Resources:
https://health.ucdavis.edu/diversity-inclusion/LGBTQI/index.html
Listen to our podcast:
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https://www.instagram.com/lifeisbetterwithyouhere/
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https://lifeisbetterwithyouhere.org/
https://lifeisbetterwithyouhere.org/support-resources/
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Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about “Core Beliefs”. She’ll go over the definition of core beliefs, what good and bad core beliefs are, and how to examine your personal beliefs. And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
Listen to our podcast: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4KzHrfW5-go8Ck63Fg0YogZ1sE2KNIwa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeisbetterwithyouhere/
Life Is Better With You Here resources: https://lifeisbetterwithyouhere.org/ https://lifeisbetterwithyouhere.org/support-resources/
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Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about “Anger Management ”. She’ll go over the definition of anger, the Phases of explosive anger, and how unmanaged anger can negatively impact your life. Of course, we always recommend you visit a physician for extreme issues however Dr. Childs will also go over things you can do now to help reduce your anger and think clearly during stressful situations.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
Listen to our podcast:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4KzHrfW5-go8Ck63Fg0YogZ1sE2KNIwa
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/lifeisbetterwithyouhere/
Life Is Better With You Here resources:
https://lifeisbetterwithyouhere.org/
https://lifeisbetterwithyouhere.org/support-resources/
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Today’s meditation will help you to release tension from your body and radiate positivity.
For help finding a therapist please use the links below:
OHIO RESIDENTS: withyouhere.org/therapists
NATIONWIDE: withyouhere.org/projects-2
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gUm1yDKSIvzSrOWsohyRg
Self-Esteem and the Crown Act
Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about “Self-Esteem and the Crown Act”. She’ll go over what the Crown Act is, why we need it, and how the inappropriate societal perception of blackness can create an imbalance in our perception of ourselves. She will also discuss ways to retrain our brain to perceive beauty where previously we saw flaws.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is Always Better With You Here.
Listen to our podcast:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4KzHrfW5-go8Ck63Fg0YogZ1sE2KNIwa
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/lifeisbetterwithyouhere/
Life Is Better With You Here resources:
https://lifeisbetterwithyouhere.org/
https://lifeisbetterwithyouhere.org/support-resources/
#libwyh
#LIBWYHPodcast
#LifeIsBetterWithYouHere
#selflove
#self-esteem
# self-acceptance
#selfcare
#mentalhealth
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Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about “Conversations Around Sex Consent and Boundaries ”. She’ll go over the definition of consent, how to have conversations with your partners about boundaries and consent, and how to protect yourself.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is Always Better With You Here.
For help finding a therapist please use the links below:
OHIO RESIDENTS: withyouhere.org/therapists
NATIONWIDE: withyouhere.org/projects-2
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gUm1yDKSIvzSrOWsohyRg
Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about “Molestation/sexual assault” She’ll go over the definition of molestation/sexual assault, statistics around the topic, and how to protect yourself.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
For help finding a therapist please use the links below:
OHIO RESIDENTS: withyouhere.org/therapists
NATIONWIDE: withyouhere.org/projects-2
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gUm1yDKSIvzSrOWsohyRg
Today’s meditation will help you to release tension from your body and radiate positivity.
For help finding a therapist please use the links below:
OHIO RESIDENTS: withyouhere.org/therapists
NATIONWIDE: withyouhere.org/projects-2
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gUm1yDKSIvzSrOWsohyRg
Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about “Generational Curses/ Trauma” She’ll go over how trauma is passed down through the generations, how to spot it, and steps to end the cycle.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
For help finding a therapist please use the links below:
OHIO RESIDENTS: withyouhere.org/therapists
NATIONWIDE: withyouhere.org/projects-2
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gUm1yDKSIvzSrOWsohyRg
Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about “Conscious Parenting”. She’ll go over how to better communicate and listen, setting achievable goals for your child that fit their personality, and allowing space for your children’s emotions.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
For help finding a therapist please use the links below:
OHIO RESIDENTS: withyouhere.org/therapists
NATIONWIDE: withyouhere.org/projects-2
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gUm1yDKSIvzSrOWsohyRg
Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about “Couples' Communication”. She’ll go over avoiding triggers, intentional listening, and creating space for each other's emotions.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
For help finding a therapist please use the links below:
OHIO RESIDENTS: withyouhere.org/therapists
NATIONWIDE: withyouhere.org/projects-2
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gUm1yDKSIvzSrOWsohyRg
In this meditation, we will center ourselves and focus on our mind-body connection. Often we move through our days disconnected from our bodies, so this meditation is designed to help you reconnect and create gratitude for your vessel.
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Feeling stressed. anxious or just need a minute to re-center. This Box Breathing Exercise will bring you back to yourself so that you can handle intense situations.
Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about Microaggression and Allyship. She’ll go over examples of microaggressions, how to spot them, how to support others that have been mistreated, and how to stand up for ourselves when we are the target of microaggressions.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
What are your Implicit Biases, test yourself with the link below:
https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatest.html
For help finding a therapist please use the links below:
OHIO RESIDENTS: withyouhere.org/therapists
NATIONWIDE: withyouhere.org/projects-2
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gUm1yDKSIvzSrOWsohyRg
Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about Spirituality. She’ll go over religion, spirituality what the difference is, and how to find peace with your beliefs.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
For help finding a therapist please use the links below:
OHIO RESIDENTS: withyouhere.org/therapists
NATIONWIDE: withyouhere.org/projects-2
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gUm1yDKSIvzSrOWsohyRg
Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about Sexual Health with Lisa L. Pointer. She’ll go over statistics, signs, and symptoms as well as when and how to get help.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
For help finding a therapist please use the links below:
OHIO RESIDENTS: withyouhere.org/therapists
NATIONWIDE: withyouhere.org/projects-2
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gUm1yDKSIvzSrOWsohyRg
Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about Anxiety & Depression. She’ll go over statistics, signs, and symptoms as well as when and how to get help.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
For help finding a therapist please use the links below:
OHIO RESIDENTS: withyouhere.org/therapists
NATIONWIDE: withyouhere.org/projects-2
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gUm1yDKSIvzSrOWsohyRg
Join us in this episode of the Life is Better With You Here Podcast as Dr.Childs talks about Anxiety & Depression. She’ll go over statistics, signs, and symptoms as well as when and how to get help.
And always remember no matter what your mental health journey is Life is always better With You Here.
For help finding a therapist please use the links below:
OHIO RESIDENTS: withyouhere.org/therapists
NATIONWIDE: withyouhere.org/projects-2
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gUm1yDKSIvzSrOWsohyRg
Have you ever struggled or dealt with difficult times and wanted to give up?
Have you ever had suicidal thoughts or ideation and felt like you couldn’t talk to anyone or were afraid to ask for help because you didn’t want to appear weak?
Do you find it hard to take time to practice self-care and self-love?
If so, we invite you to participate in the Life is Better With You Here podcast series with Dr. Chivonna Childs as she takes a deeper look into mental health and wellness in the African American community.
The Life Is Better With You Here podcast series will cover why living a well-balanced lifestyle will encourage overall mental wellness in the African American community. We will address the stigma around Depression, PTSD, Suicide, and many other challenging topics. We will also provide you with ways to cope with distressing situations and how to love yourself better. The podcast’s purpose is to help build and instill better mental health practices with information and resources- and talk about why life is indeed better with YOU here. If you or anyone you know needs help and resources on how to better your mental health, please tune in and invite a friend.
This podcast is sponsored by the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation and brought to you by Global Insight Productions. Our host is Dr. Chivonna Childs; she has over 25 years of experience in counseling. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Bowling Green State University. She received her Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Cleveland State University. She has worked in multiple settings, including community mental health centers, nursing homes, private practices, and hospital systems. She has given various presentations on mental health and focuses on the treatment of Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, African American Women, and Postpartum depression and anxiety. She has been featured in the Healthy Actions Column on Depression in the Akron Beacon Journal. Currently, Dr. Childs works as a Staff Psychologist at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation. She provides psychotherapy/tele mental health to individuals, families, and couples to effectively manage mood and behavior.
