31 episodes
Black and EMPOWERed Podcast The EMPOWER Lab
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- Health & Fitness
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.*
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Raising Resilient Children
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
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Tailoring TF-CBT to Black Children and Youth with The National Children’s Alliance
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.
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Unpacking Racial Trauma and Racial Stress: A Pathway to Healing
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.
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Preparing for Graduate School in Clinical Psychology
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!
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Peace and Productivity: I Want to Be Happy Along the Way
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
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The Meaning of Healing for Black Kids and Families with The National Children’s Alliance
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
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