The Vault with Dr. Judith
Dr. Judith Joseph, a psychiatrist with over a decade of clinical experience, hosts this podcast exploring the unconscious mind and mental health. Recorded in her Manhattan research lab, each episode covers topics like high-functioning depression and scarcity trauma, offering practical tools for coping and resilience. The show aims to empower listeners by helping them understand their behaviors and unlock their inner strength.
Episodes
Guerdy Abraira Overcoming Illness To Find Your Purpose
Guerdy Abraira has lived life in motion. Born in Haiti, raised in Paris, and rebuilt inMiami, she learned early that survival meant adapting. From excelling for approval to achieving for worth, she spent years perfecting everything around her while hiding her own pain. A breast cancer diagnosis forced her world to stop, pushing her to finally face herself.From Trauma to Trophies shares how she tra
Faith, Fatherhood and Men’s Mental Health With Dr. Sidney Hankerson, MD
Dr. Hankerson is an Associate Professor and Vice Chair of Community Engagement in the Department of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He is also the Mental Health Equity Research Director at Mount Sinai Institute for Health Equity Research (IHER). His research focuses on reducing racial/ethnic disparities in mental health treatment. He is a nationally recognized expert at
How to Thrive whilst living with Tics, Tourette Syndrome and ADHD ft Jumaane D. Williams
Jumaane D. Williams is the Public Advocate of the City of New York. Previously, he served on the NYC Council representing the 45th District. Jumaane is a first-generation Brooklynite of Grenadian heritage. He graduated from the public school system, overcoming the difficulties of Tourettes and ADHD to earn a Masters Degree from Brooklyn College. He began his career as a community organizer at the
Dan Wakeford: Psychology of Parasocial Relationships with Celebrities | The Vault With Dr. Judith
Dan Wakeford is one of the world's leading experts in celebrity and entertainment media. Over a career spanning nearly three decades, he has served as editor-in-chief of some of the industry's most influential brands, including People and Us Weekly, working with everyone from Jennifer Lopez and Jennifer Aniston to Prince William, President Obama, and President Biden.Today, Dan is the fou
How Hormones Impact Your Mood ft Catherine Birndorf, MD
Catherine Birndorf, MD, is a Reproductive Psychiatrist, the Co-Founder, CEO, and Medical Director of The Motherhood Center of New York. Dr. Birndorf is the Founding Director of the Payne Whitney Women’s Program at Weill Cornell Medicine – New York-Presbyterian Hospital. In addition, she is a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Obstetrics & Gynecology. A graduate of Smith College
Blythe Harris, Mallory May: Creativity Brings You Joy | The Vault With Dr. Judith Joseph
Mallory May and Blythe Harris are lifelong creativity advocates, design thinkers and mess makers who have spent their careers helping others connect with their innate creativity. Blythe was co-founder and chief creative officer of Stella & Dot, and has been featured in Inc., Fast Company, Vogue France, and Elle, and on the TODAY show. Mallory spent over a decade as a vice president at Soth
How to treat Postpartum Depression ft Dr. Alison Herman
Dr. Alison Hermann, MD is an Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical College-New York Presbyterian Hospital and a board member of the Marce& Society of North America (MONA). She specializes in Reproductive Psychiatry and is the Director of the Women's Mental Health Program at Weill Cornell Medicine. Dr. Hermann is an internationally recognized expert in conditi
Friendship and Purpose ft Demond Martin
Investor and philanthropist, Demond Martin, is Co-Founder and CEO ofWellWithAll, an innovative health and wellness company that pours 20% of itsprofits into health equity. Prior to becoming CEO of WellWithAll, Demond wasa senior partner at Adage Capital Management, where he invested in theconsumer sector for 21 years. Demond joined Adage after graduating fromHarvard Business School, and received h
How to divorce a narcissist? Ali Franco
Ali Franco is one of the top sought after divorce attorneys in NYC and hasworked with public figures and professional clients over the years. She is apartner at Mosberg Sharma Stambleck Gross LLP and has practiced matrimoniallaw in Manhattan and the surrounding areas for 15 years. Ali joins us on thevault to discuss how to prepare mentally and financially for a divorce, especiallydivorce with nar
Mental health for students and teachers with Dr. Holly
Dr. Holly Hatcher-Frazier, best known as the “voice of reason” on the populardocuseries, Dance Moms, found her professional background in education to be a great asset after transitioning to the television series as an original cast member. A doctoral graduate of the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education, Dr. Hatcher- Frazier worked in education for more than 20 years, in vario
How to use food to inspire joy with Dylan Lemay
Dylan Lemay is the largest ice-cream-focused digital creator in the world and the #1 food and beverage creator on TikTok. He is also a rising star on YouTube, having gained over 2.5M followers in seven months. Dylan began his digital career by mastering short-form content and sharing his genuine and contagious passion for all things ice cream through daily videos. With a unique approach grounded i
How to care for mature skin Dr. Jeanine Downie
Jeanine B. Downie, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology and holds medical licenses in the states of New Jersey, New York, and California. Dr. Downie is the director of her own practice, image Dermatology P.C. in Montclair, N.J. She has extensive training and experience in all aspects of dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, laser and dermatologic surgery. Dr. Downie provides b
Eating Brain Foods
Dr. Ian Smith has served as the medical/diet expert for six seasons on VH1s highly- rated Celebrity Fit Club, is the creator and founder of The 50 Million Pound Challenge, and is a medical contributor on the nationally syndicated television show Rachael Ray. Dr. Smith is also the host of his own nationally syndicated radio show & HealthWatch on American Urban RadioNetworks.He is the former med
Advocating for the health of Black America
Dr. Uche Blackstock is the founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity (AHE), appears regularly on MSNBC and NBC News, and is a former associate professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine and the former faculty director for recruitment, retention, and inclusion in the Office of Diversity Affairs at NYU School of Medicine.In 2019, Dr. Blackstock founded AHE which partners with organizations t
How to take care of your sexual health and wellness
Dr. Fenwa Milhouse is a board-certified, fellowship-trained urologist and specialist in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (also known as Urogynecology). Originally born in Nigeria, her family immigrated to the US when she was a young child. She grew up in Texas and ended up at the University of Texas at Houston for medical school. It was there she discovered Urology for the first t
How to Eat Foods To Beat Depression and Anxiety
Drew Ramsey, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist, psychotherapist, and author specializing in integrative and nutritional psychiatry, with a focus on male mental health. He’s the founder of The Brain Food Clinic and Spruce Mental Health, and creator of online courses like Healing the Modern Brain and Eat To Beat Depression. His work blends cutting-edge research with decades of clinical experience
How to organize your life as a parent
Tyler Moore , known as Tidy Dad, is a national bestselling author, father of 3, husband, educator and content creator who gives real world advice about parenting and protecting your peace by decluttering your physical and mental spaces. He joins us for a special Father’s day episode of The Vault where he takes us through actionable steps to simplify your life so its easier to rediscover joy. In ad
What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT
Dr. Jennifer L. Hartstein, PsyD, is the owner of Hartstein Psychological Services, agroup psychotherapy practice in New York City. Dr. Jen works with children,adolescents, and their families with a wide range of psychological diagnoses andspecializes in the treatment of high-risk children and adolescents. She has received intensive training in adolescent suicide assessment and has specialized in t
How To Date Mindfully So That You Date Smarter, Not Harder
Tisia X.V. Saffold is a dating coach with millions of social media followers. She was born and raised in Chicago and relocated to the DMV area 10 years ago and she was named from her late Mother's birth story of wanting to see her after long hours in labor. Tisia is Founder & CEO of a Tech Startup-Cleare: a compliance software for the childcare industry. In addition to her thriving St
Finding Joy in Brokenness
Mandy Brooke is a multifaceted entertainer is a powerhouse singer/songwriter, actress, podcast host, and hilarious social media creator with a resume that leaves people wondering, & What can't this girl do? Mandy (@MandyBrookeOfficial) is a bonafide social media sensation, garnering millions of views across platforms with her hilarious song parodies and everyday antics! Her relatable com
How to support your mental health
Dr. Naomi Torres Mackie is the Head of Research at Kenneth Cole’s Charity, The Mental Health Coalition. She joins us on The Vault to discuss the MHC’s newest mental health initiatives in the workplace. We also discussed how MHC provides mental health resources for youth and adults. We discussed how youth and adults can implement my book, High Functioning’s, 5 Vs to thriving methodology in order to
Jenny Huang on finding purpose after tragedy
Jenny Huang is a TWO-time “Top Piano Teacher” recognized by Steinway & Sons, a Steinway Teaching Artist, and a Yamaha Distinguished Guest Artist. She holds a Master & degree in Piano Performance from the Mannes School of Music at The New School, where she studied with Grammy-nominated pianist Eteri And japaridze. She received her Bachelors degree in Piano Performance from the Oberlin Conse
Hannah Williams of Salary Transparent Street: How to Cope with Financial Anxiety
Hannah Williams is a social activist and former data analyst tackling a major issue: salary transparency. After finding out she was underpaid, Hannah created Salary Transparent Street, a viral series interviewing strangers about their pay to help workers learn and earn more. She’s testified in support of pay transparency bills in Virginia, Maryland, and DC, and her work has been featured by major
Dr. Elizabeth Comen, MD: Reducing your risk of cancer and addressing cancer anxiety.
Dr. Elizabeth Comen, MD, is a distinguished board-certified oncologist,researcher and author. She is an award-winning researcher and has beenpublished in prestigious scientific journals, including Nature, Cancer Cell and The Journal of Clinical Oncology. Her book “All In Her Head” empowers women to take charge of their health and to learn about the misconceptions of women’s health. Her work has be
Dr. Kudzai Dombo, MD: Black Women and Menopause and Perimenopause
Dr. Kudzai Dombo, MD, is a distinguished board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist. Dr. Dombo’s initial inspiration was her father’s internal medicine practice in Zimbabwe where she observed firsthand the respect and impact her father had on his patients, particularly at a time when women’s voices in Zimbabwe were often marginalized. Over the last two years, she has committed to caring for women i
Balanda Atis: How to Create The Change You Want To See In The World
Balanda Atis is a pioneering cosmetic scientist and chemist. When Atis realized that there were limited options for women of color in terms of foundation tones, she started a project with L’Oreal to study skin tones across the world. Her work led to the discovery that ultramarine was the tone needed to create rich and deeper shades of brown without leaving a muddy finish. Her pioneering work led t
Erica Loewe: How to Cope with Stressful Times
Erica Loewe was Recognized as one of The Root 100’s Most Influential Black Americans, Essence Magazine’s Power 40, ColorComm’s 28 Black Women in Communications Making History Now, the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc.’s 50 Under 40 and the Washington Association of Black Journalists Excellence in Communications recipients, Erica Loewe has over a decade of experience at the intersection of media, politics
Cody Rigsby: How to Choose Healthy Love
Cody Rigsby is a renowned fitness coach and Director of Cycling Content at Peloton. He is a New York Times Bestselling Author of “XOXO, Cody” and second runner-up on the thirtieth season of Dancing WithThe Stars. He has co-hosted the GLAAD Media Awards. Cody has been the face of major brands and has carved a niche in the romance and relationship space as a self-love enthusiast and motivational spe
Dr. Sue Varma: How to Cope Through Crisis.
Dr. Sue Varma is a powerhouse. She Is a board-certified psychiatrist and professor at NYU who is known internationally as an on-air mental health expert for news and media. She guided the country through 2020’s trying times and is the author of Practical Optimism which is her book that is based on 8 pillars of practical optimism. We discussed how everyone can work on their mindset for daily growth
Brittany Rae: How to take care of your mental health as a young, black entrepreneur
Brittany Rae is a multi-faceted millennial who is an entrepreneur and leader in entertainment. She comes from a legacy of influential people in the music industry but did not let that make her complacent in her journey to becoming a stand-alone force. After graduating from university she started a production company while working for top radio stations. She was a part of the team at Hot 97 that br
April Simpkins: How to Support Loved Ones With High Functioning Depression
April Simpkins is a mental health advocate, founder of the Cheslie C. Kryst Foundation, Podcaster, C-suite executive, and a highly sought after keynote speaker on the topics of DEI, mental health in the workplace, leadership, and culture. She is the New York Times Best Selling Co-Author of “By The Time You Read This” a book that she co-wrote with her late daughter Cheslie Kryst, a Former Miss USA
Donna Francis: Skincare and Haircare routines to support Mental Health
Donna Francis is an Award-Winning Journalist,Podcast Host and Real Beauty Pioneer who is known as the Beauty Editor, who pioneered the ‘real beauty’ movement 25 years ago. At a time when brands were still using overly filtered, unattainable marketing tactics, Donna was breaking the mold by directing beauty shoots that ditched the airbrush pen and was casting diverse models with relatable quirks fo
Cheri Garcia: How to Cope with Sobriety Over The Holidays
Cheri Garcia is the founder of Cornbread Hustle, a staffing agency for second chances. And she has placed more than 2500 people with criminal records in jobs. She is passionate about helping people in recovery to find transformation through employment or entrepreneurship. As someone who is 5 years sober and had a second chance herself, she has championed her efforts to help those inrecovery, which
Mariah Grumet: How to use etiquette to cope with social anxiety.
Mariah Grumet is a certified etiquette trainer, and she puts a modern twist on old school etiquette. On this episode of The Vault we talked about how many people use social media and text messaging to communicate but a lot can get lost in translation which leads to miscommunications and disagreements. We also discussed proper text etiquette, offered tips to help people to cope with feeling anxious
Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen MD: Endocrinology and Women’s Mental Health
Did you know that many healthcare providers only get one class in menopause. So a lot of times they don’t know the signs of someone going through perimenopause or menopause. Dr. Salas-Whalen is a triple board-certified physician with broad experience across all facets of endocrinology, and her emphasis is on women’s health and obesity. She explained why youcan’t use a test to diagnosis menopause
Corey Smith Mnor: Support for Caregivers of people with severe mental illness
Corey Minor Smith’s moved 21 times and attended 14 different schools before graduating high school, and throughout her childhood she was a teenage caretaker to her mother who was living with a severe mental health condition. In spite of these obstacles, she became a successful attorney.” These adverse childhood experiences along with becoming a trained facilitator for the National Alliance on Ment
Alison Malmon and Active Minds: How How to Support Youth Mental Health
Alison Malmon is the Founder and Executive Director of Active Minds, the nation’sleading nonprofit organization promoting mental health awareness and education for young adults. Alison tragically lost her 21 year old brother when she was a college student and she turned that grief into action and started Active Minds, which is no on over 1000 college campuses, universites and K-12 schools, workpla
Malina Malkani How Food Allergies Impact Mental Health”
Malina Malkani, MS, RDN, CDN, is the pediatric registered dietitian, best-selling author, speaker, and single mom and top nutrition influencer dedicated to educating her combined audience of over 150,000 followers about infant and child nutrition. Malina is a trusted expert in local and national media outlets and owns a nutrition consulting company and private practice that helps caregivers feed
Dr. Brian Kim, MD How Skin and Hair Health Impact Mental Health
Dr. Brian Kim is an award winning dermatologist and researcher known as The ItchDoctor. His groundbreaking research has led to patents in itch molecules and he uses his platform to educate the public about different causes of itching. On this episode of the Vault we discuss how men and women experience itch differently and ways that skin and hair impact mental health.Dr. Kim received his M.D. from
Dr. Aletha Maybank: Importance of Diversity In Healthcare
Dr. Aletha Maybank is a pediatrician and preventive medicine physician, a public health professional, and a Senior Vice President within the American Medical Association. As Chief Health Equity Officer, she is the founding leader for the AMA’s Center for Health Equity, and a recognized speaker, writer, and expert on health equity and racial justice.In these capacities, she is influencing the embed
Dr. Siyamak Saleh : Sexual Health and Mental Health
Dr. Dr. Siyamak Saleh (Dr. Siya), is an award winning content creator with a community of over 3.5 million followers. He debunks myths related to intimacy health and has received awards for working with South African communities to educate about topics that are taboo and that people feel ashamed talking about. Dr. Siya knows that most patients won’t read medical guidelines but they will get their
Isis Asare : Sister SciFi and how fictional characters validate our mental health
Isis Asare is the CEO/Founder of Sistah Scifi. Sistah Scifi is the first Black-owned bookstore focused on science fiction and fantasy in the United States as validated by the American Booksellers Association. Located in cyberspace, Sistah Scifi is a national brand with over 50K points of contact. In February 2023, the first three Sistah Scifi Book Vending Machines were launched in California and W
Dr. Mariel Buque PhD : Healing From Generational Trauma
Dr. Mariel Buqué is an Afro-Dominican, Columbia University-trained Psychologist, intergenerational trauma expert, and the author of the book Break the Cycle: a book that focuses on healing wounds of intergenerational trauma. Her clinical framework is holistic and infuses ancient and indigenous healing practices into a modern, comprehensive therapeutic approach. She additionally provides healing wo
Dr. Jessi Gold MD : Emotions and Mental health and Well-Being
I first met Dr. Jessi Gold at Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty Mental Health Summit on World Mental Health Day May 2024 in NYC. At this event, the US surgeon general, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Selena Gomez and Dr. Jessi Gold talked about the importance of the mind-body connection in mental health and the role that community plays in mental wellness. Dr. Jessi Gold, MD, is a medical doctor and psychiatrist who h
Dr. Ekta Yadav host of Skincare Anarchy Podcast: Skin Health, Hair Health and Mental Health
Dr. Ekta Yadav is an award-winning scientist, doctor and host of one of the top beauty podcasts in the world, Skincare Anarchy. On this episode of the Vault Dr. Ekta discusses how skin health supports mental health and how conditions like acne and hair loss can severely impact patients in terms of their confidence, decisions and mental health. Dr. Ekta’s work is Driven by a mission to democratize
Dr. Amy Shah : Foods That Beat Depression, ADHD, and Anxiety
Dr. Amy Shah is an medical doctor and a nutrition specialist. She works in clinical medicine, allergy/immunology, and over the last 10 years has developed a world- renowned wellness education platform, written bestselling books, and has been featured on The Today Show, Good Morning America, Mel Robbins Podcast, and Ed Mylett Podcast. She has worked with companies like Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Alo
Dr. Christine Crawford : NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Guide to Navigating Your Child’s Mental Health
Dr. Christine Crawford is a Harvard trained adult, child, and adolescent psychiatrist who currently serves as the Associate Medical Director for the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI). She is an Assistant Professor and Vice Chair of Education at Boston University School of Medicine within the Department of Psychiatry. She treats patients in the Boston Medical Center Child and Adolescent O
Dr. Tia Dole : How To Prevent Youth Suicide. How to Talk To Your Children About Mental Health
September is Suicide Prevention Month and 988 Day is a national initiative dedicated to raising awareness about 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and emphasizing the importance of mental health and suicide prevention. On September 8, 2024 we share the theme “No Judgement. Just Help.” During this episode of The Vault, Dr. Tia Dole discusses what every parent should know about raising boys, girls,
Black Business Month : Supporting Black Women Entrepreneurs with Dr. Catrise Austin and Teri Johnson
August is Black Business Month and we are highlighting black women entrepreneurs because they are one of the fastest growing groups of entrepreneurs. Dr. Catrise Austin is an award winning cosmetic dentist to the stars and Hip Hop Recording Artist, Cardi B., Famously rapped about her in her music. Dr. Catrise understands the connection between dental health and mental health and we discussed the i
Summer Forlenza : How to Overcome Trauma
Summer Forlenza is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California, where she runs a private practice specializing in EMDR therapy for trauma recovery. Summer is a practicing therapist specializing in trauma recovery since. On This episode of the Vault we dive into different types of trauma that may impact our lives. In my research with High Functioning Depression, many people don’t realiz
Swan Sit : How to Scarcity Trauma, Take Risks and Build Your Own Brand
Swan Sit is a creator and entrepreneur with 3.7 Million Followers across all platforms. She was previously the Global Head of Digital Marketing at Nike, Revlon and Estee Lauder. Swan is one of the most sought-after marketers and speakers in business and emerging tech. And she is an internationally renowned professional speaker at events alongside world leaders and notable public figures. But what
Dr. Jennifer Ashton MD : How to Address and Understand Hair loss, Belly Fat and Hormones in your 30s, 40s and the Menopause Transition.
Dr. Jennifer Ashton is an Emmy® Award winning journalist, best-selling author andinternationally known as co-host of GMA3. She was also ABC News’s Chief Health and Medical Correspondent. She left GMA and ABC News this year (The Top News Network) to become Founder and CEO of Ajenda . Ajenda is a groundbreaking women’s health and wellness company addressing the challenges of menopause health and we
Dr. Spirit, PhD, LPC, NCC : How to Co-parent with a narcissist, How to resolve family conflicts, How to resolve high conflict parenting custody situations in divorce.
Spirit is a Doctor of Psychology, Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and LicensedProfessional Counselor (LPC). She is one of 64 clinicians in the country certified to conduct custody and mental health evaluations and serve as an expert witness in court proceedings. While Spirit work's with clients focuses heavily on enhancing interactions, resolving trauma, and improving overall daily funct
Kody Green : Living With Schizophrenia, Coping With Severe Mental Illness, Life After Substance Abuse and Incarceration and Becoming a Disability Advocate.
Kody Green is a mental health advocate who is living with a diagnosis of Undifferentiated Schizophrenia. Kody is a motivational speaker, podcast host and content creator with over 1.5 million followers across social media. He has struggled in the past with drug addiction, incarceration, and serious mental health issues. Kody regularly advocates for disability awareness and for decreasing mental he
Dr. Tiffany Moon, MD : How To Cope When Other People Judge You
Dr. Tiffany Moon is a former Bravo The Real Housewives of Dallas cast member, butdon’t let her Birkin bags and Louboutin’s fool you. She is a board-certified anesthesiologist, entrepreneur and mother of twins. After immigrating from China to theUnited States at a young age, she excelled academically and graduated from Cornell University at the age of 19. She then graduated from UT Southwestern Med
Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka: Hair and Mental Health
Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka innovated "PsychoHairapy," using hair as an entry point for mental health services in salons, barbershops, and on social media. She is a therapist, educator, research scientist, hair historian, and hairstylist, and owns Ma'at Psychological Services in Washington, DC. Leading the PsychoHairapy Research Lab, Dr. Mbilishaka has published extensively and presented w
Ash Pryor: Overcoming Invisible Battles and Embracing Fear with Confidence
Ash Pryor is a Peloton rowing instructor and a passionate advocate for inclusivity in fitness. She’s also the founder of Relentless Rowing Academy, a nonprofit dedicated to breaking down barriers for BIPOC and disabled athletes in rowing. Her journey has been marked by resilience; after being diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis, she faced significant health challenges but remained committe
How Jerome LaMaar Defies Expectations in Fashion, Art, And Culture
Are you curious about what it takes to be successful in the creative industry? Join Jerome LaMaar and Dr. Judith Joseph on “The vault” as they delve into this topic.In this episode, Jerome LaMaar, founder of fashion brand 5:31, shares their experiences and tips on self discovery. As a Bronx-native, Jerome has defied expectations in fashion, art, and culture for over 20 years. They have dressed A-
Mental Health Charities: Julia Minkevitch and Delphine Gardère
As war and violence happens around the world, many are facing a declining health care system, escalating food insecurity, and deteriorating mental health. In this episode of ‘The Vault’, Dr. Judith Joseph speaks with Julia Minkevitch and Delphine Gardère, who are actively championing support efforts in Ukraine and Haiti. Julia Minkevitch, Executive Director of TeleHelp Ukraine, is dedicated to pro
How to Overcome Scarcity Mindset Around Money
Are you battling a scarcity mindset around money? Join Dr. Judith Joseph and Rachel Rodgers on "The Vault" as they delve into this issue.In this episode, Rachel Rodgers, Founder and CEO of Hello Seven, shares her expert tips on expanding your money mindset. As a mother of four, startup investor, and eight-figure business owner, Rachel teaches entrepreneurs how to build successful busines
Sahaj Kohli: What To Do When Your Family Doesn’t Approve Of Therapy
Are you struggling with family disapproval of therapy? Join Dr. Judith Joseph and Sahaj Kaur Kohli on "The Vault" as they explore this critical issue.In this episode, Sahaj Kohli, founder of Brown Girl Therapy and a practicing therapist, shares insights into the unique challenges faced by children of immigrants. Sahaj, the first in her family to be born in the West, attend therapy, and m
Benita Alexander: Learning to Trust Yourself Again After Trauma
Benita Alexander is an Emmy award-winning investigative journalist and producer who has transformed her experience as a survivor of love fraud into a powerful mission to empower other women who have been deceived. She’s renowned for her work on Investigation Discovery’s “Crimes Gone Viral,” where Dr. Judith worked alongside her for four seasons. Benita's own gripping true crime story inspired
Erin McGoff: How to Talk About Mental Health In The Workplace
Erin McGoff is an award-winning filmmaker, content creator, and career educator, who offers life and career advice to an audience of over 5 million. McGoff has been featured in publications like the New York Times, CNBC, Fortune, Wall Street Journal, Buzzfeed, and more for her work to demystify career guidance for Gen Z and Millennials. She’s best known for her candid and humorous career and life
Dr. Jake Goodman: High Functioning Depression in Healthcare Workers
Dr. Jake Goodman is a psychiatry resident physician, mental health activist, and social media content creator with over 2.1 million followers on his social media channels. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree and MBA from the University of Georgia and obtained his Medical Degree from Thomas Jefferson University. He is one of the most influential physicians on social media and a leading voice of c
Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble: How to listen to your child
Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble is a pioneering psychologist, scientist, author, mental health correspondent, and founder of the nonprofit, The AAKOMA Project. She is also the Chief Mental Wealth Officer and Senior advisor to Charlamagne Tha God’s foundation, the Mental Wealth Alliance.Her daughter, Morgann Noble, is a Howard University student, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. She is an aspiring
April Simpkins: How to Help Someone With Depression
April Simpkins is a mental health advocate, a C-suite executive, and a highly sought after keynote speaker on the topics of DEI, mental health in the workplace, leadership, and culture. As an ambassador for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) she is committed to overcoming the stigma of mental illness and promoting mental wellness in the workplace. The mother of six children, she makes
Dr. Ramani Durvasula: Signs of a Narcissist
Dr. Ramani is a prominent figure in the field of narcissism. A licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles, California, she brings a wealth of experience to her work. Both Professor Emerita of Psychology at California State University, Los Angeles, and the founder of LUNA Education, Training & Consulting, Dr. Ramani empowers individuals, clinicians, businesses, and institutions with her insi
Matthew West: How To Live Authentically
Matthew West is an accomplished mental health expert with a focus on mindfulness, a speaker, a writer and the founder of Boom Journal, a well-being tech startup. Born in Northridge, CA, and raised in Palmdale, he was inspired to pursue psychology by his high school teacher. He achieved two master's degrees in psychology by age 24 and delved into personal growth and helping millennials manage
Dr. Sharon Malone: Oprah and Michelle Obama’s Trusted Woman’s Health Advisor Discusses Health Tips
Join Dr. Josephs this week on The Vault as we welcome Dr. Sharon Malone, an acclaimed OB/GYN and Certified Menopause Practitioner from Washington, D.C. Highly regarded by former First Lady Michelle Obama as a "steadying force" in her circle, Dr. Malone shares insights from her new book, "Grown Woman Talk," and discusses crucial topics such as how to effectively communicate with
Arlan Hamilton: How to Become A Millionaire
Arlan Hamilton is a real-life rags-to-riches story. Arlan is a self-made millionaire despite having a history of scarcity trauma. When she was 13 years old she went to a Janet Jackson concert and Janet’s team pulled her out of the crowd and offered her front seat tickets. Arlan uses Janet Jackson as her muse and like Janet, Arlen gives millions back to her community. In this episode of The Vault
Women Supporting Women with Dee Poku
Dee Poku-Spalding is an entrepreneur and women’s advocate who is the founder and CEO of The WIE Suite, a private community for extraordinary women leaders, creators, and innovators.Dee’s background includes senior marketing roles at Paramount Pictures and Focus Features (a division of Universal Pictures), working with the likes of Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Reese Witherspoon, Scarlett Johansson, E
Karen Robinovitz: Slime Helps With Trauma
Karen Robinovitz, a trailblazer in the digital world, made her mark by founding Digital Brand Architects, the first agency to represent social media influencers. Her work, recognized by Variety and Forbes, has set new standards in the industry. Before this achievement, she crafted social media strategies for big names like Tiffany & Co. and Estée Lauder, and shared her insights as a journalist
Dr. Jayne Morgan: Shocking Ways Anxiety Affects Your Heart
Dr. Jayne Morgan is an NAACP award-winning cardiologist with a popular online series called “The Stairwell Chronicles” and she serves the largest Healthcare system in Georgia with Piedmont Healthcare Corporation. She is an expert in the weathering effect that Black women go through due to their unique struggles. On The Vault she takes us through her terrifying experience of how being an educated p
Dr. Tess Mauricio: Skin and Hair Health IS Mental Health
Dr. Tess Mauricio, a renowned board-certified dermatologist and the brain behind the acclaimed Time Machine Procedure, graced the Vault Podcast with her presence, unveiling the beauty secrets that have made her a favorite among global celebrities at her California clinics. In a compelling conversation with Dr. Judith, she explored the intricate link between hair loss, mental health, and overall we
Dr. Mary Claire Haver: Menopause and Mental Health
Board certified OBGYN and menopause expert, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, enters The Vault to shine a light on the often misunderstood topics of perimenopause and menopause. She shares how her own personal experience emphasized the need for greater education and openness in a space where silence has prevailed for too long. Hear her insights on the pivotal role of social media and how it offers a beacon o
Dr. Michelle Henry: The Mental Health and Skincare Connection
This week, Dr. Judith is joined in The Vault by Dr. Michelle Henry, a world renowned board certified dermatologist specializing in skin of all cultures and ages. She shares the intricate ties between our mental wellbeing and our skin’s health. As a black dermatologist, her insights are a beacon for diversity in the medical field, reminding us of the need for representation in healthcare. Dr. Henry
Shaka Senghor: Forming a New Narrative
This week in The Vault, Dr. Judith Joseph welcomes Shaka Senghor to discuss scarcity trauma and the importance of emotions and vulnerability for men. Shaka brings not only his own story of the 19 years he spent incarcerated, but also the stories of other Black men he has witnessed while working in prison reform. He opens up about the critical practices that ground him – journaling and a steadfast
Dr. Kelly Casperson: Sexual Health + Mental Wellness
Dr. Kelly Casperson, a renowned urologist, enters The Vault to demystify the world of urology and sexual health. She addresses common misconceptions and sheds light on the importance of urology in both men's and women's health, challenging the stereotypes that often surround this field.Learn about the complex terrain of sexual health, the impact of societal taboos, and the importance of
Dr. Raquel Martin: High Functioning Depression in the Black Community
Dr. Raquel Martin enters The Vault to discuss the unique challenges faced by the Black community in maintaining mental wellness, especially in professional settings. Dr. Martin shares her expertise on High Functioning Depression in academia exploring how it often goes undiagnosed, especially within the Black community.Plus, learn about the significance of trust and transparency in therapy and how
Farnoosh Torabi: How to Heal Your Financial Trauma
Dr. Judith welcomes award-winning financial strategist Farnoosh Torabi into The Vault this week to discuss how money and psychology intersect. Farnoosh shares insights on career advancement, dealing with workplace challenges, and how scarcity trauma can impact your finances. Discover how financial experiences can impact your psychological well-being and learn strategies for turning setbacks into s
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