The Freed Black Girl Podcast

Ep. 2 Freed Body; Sciatica, Hot Flashes, Belly Fat- OH MY!

My journey of coming back into my body, perimenopause and healing The effects of stress and interview with Chiropractor/ Reiki Practitioner and Physician in Holistic Women’s Health.
Our Experts:
Dr. Darrien’s approach and process are inspired by their late 104-year-old Great Grandma Hattie, who provided them with their first true education and degree. Great Grandma Hattie taught them how to be present, to listen, and to share wisdom compassionately. They are a Doctor of Chiropractic, Reiki Practitioner, and Life Coach with a Master's in Positive Psychology, practicing in Washington, D.C. They have blended all of this together as a way of teaching, guiding, and inspiring others to see themselves clearly and fully. They believe that our life’s calling is not simply a matter of destiny; it’s a matter of health.
Dr. Monica is the owner and Lead Physician of Deep Rooted Health & Wellness Med Spa, located in Lawrenceville, Georgia. As a Board-Certified Family Physician specializing in Functional Medicine, she creates customized lifestyle plans for motivated clients seeking to maintain or regain health balance in their lives. Her approach includes nutritional analysis, bioidentical hormone balance, and the introduction of new, authentic ways of living. Now, with over 25 years of experience as a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician, her practice has evolved into a comprehensive program that benefits those seeking to improve their health, prevent disease, and address the root causes of why so many struggle with their health.

Ep. 1 Freed Mind; Self Hugs & a Little Drugs

My journey of releasing trauma through somatic healing, including an interview with licensed mental health providers with expertise working with high achieving youth and innovative healing modalities including plant medicine.
Jonelle Massey, founder and CEO of Agility Counseling Group (ACG), provides mental health services for individuals and groups, with a focus on athletic and corporate teams. With over 20 years of experience, she is a nationally certified, licensed mental health therapist and school counselor. Joelle is also a professional public speaker and author of The Miseducation of Empathy. She uses Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to promote new behaviors and improve mood by addressing unhealthy thought patterns.
Candace Oglesby, founder & CEO of Jurnee Mental Health Consulting, is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) and board-approved supervisor in Maryland. She has extensive experience as the program director of an online educational training company's ketamine-assisted psychotherapy(KAP)certificate program, and serves as a trainer and DEI consultant in the mental health psychedelic field. She was recently appointed by Governor Wes Moore to the State of Maryland's Taskforce on Responsible Use of Natural Psychedelic Substances.
#somatichealing #plantmedicine #innerchildhealing #storytelling

Bonus Episode: Freed Story; Allow Me to Introduce Myself

This episode shares more about who I am, how I began my healing journey, the power of storytelling, and what you can expect from the podcast moving forward. 

Season 1- Podcast Trailer

The Freed Black Girl Podcast is a transformative platform dedicated to empowering Black women, and anyone else on their healing journey, as well as those with the desire to heal and not knowing where to begin. The host pulls back the veil on her own ongoing process of self-liberation through the power of storytelling, expert insights, and vulnerable conversations. From unpacking the decades long effects of childhood & generational trauma, quitting her job in 2021 following a successful career blighted with racial trauma in the workplace, starting her own six figure consulting & coaching business, reclaiming her physical health, to finally realizing her queer identity and coming out at age 37; each episode explores themes of resilience, ancestral wisdom, spirituality, identity, and liberation.
Delving into somatic healing practices and inner child work, this podcast offers practical tools to guide listeners toward choosing a new life. It’s a safe space where listeners can feel seen, heard, and validated in their experiences, knowing they are not alone on their journey. Join us as we navigate the path to self-discovery, liberation, and inner peace, one empowering story at a time. Welcome to the Freed Black Girl Podcast, where healing begins, and joy is found in returning home to ourselves.