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Dr. Deidra Sorrell | An Interview with Dr. Anah (Series 1, Episode 8)

“This beautiful woman is wonderful! Dr. Sorrell talks about Imposter Syndrome, and her experiences during her doctoral journey. Thank you so much for everything that you do, Dr. Sorrell.” – Dr. Chioma Anah

About Dr. Sorrell:

Dr. Deidra A. Sorrell is a licensed professional counselor, licensed clinical supervisor, and certified school psychologist. She is the founder of Synergy Wellness Therapeutic Services where she provides individual counseling to children, adolescents and adults in the Charles County, Maryland area. As a veteran school psychologist, Dr. Sorrell served 18 years as a school psychologist with DC Public Schools before committing to full time private practice. Given her research interests in workplace bullying, Dr. Sorrell provides interactive workshops on the Ethical Implications of Workplace Bullying to mental health professionals through the CE-YOU professional development corporation. Dr. Sorrell’s research interests on racism and diversity led her to write children’s books on diversity including “The Germ: How to Talk to Children about Racism and Diversity”, which is for sale on Amazon.com. Dr. Sorrell is also the host of “On Purpose Radio” through Elifemedia.net, which is a monthly internet radio show highlighting various issues that impact the mental health of African Americans. As a wife and mother of two, Dr. Sorrell is committed to the mental health and wellness of children and families starting in her home and beyond.

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Dr. Lenese Stephens | An Interview with Dr. Anah (Series 1, Episode 6)

Dr. Lenese Stephens

An Interview with Dr. Anah: Black women deserve all their love, recognition, and respect- All. Their. Flowers. We amplify Black women Doctoral voices, and celebrate their works both in academia, and the community.

“Dr. Stephen is amazing, and doing wonderful things with making mental health more accessible to vulnerable communities. She truly was a joy to interview. Dr. Stephens talks about some of her obstacles along the path of getting her doctorate, and she also shares about the importance of God in her life, her ‘doctor tribe’ and exercise; as important ways she coped with the stressors of getting her doctorate. Such a lovely woman! I wish you continued success in all that you do, Dr. Stephens! Thank you so very much for your time and grace.” -Dr. Anah

About Dr. Stephens:

Dr. Stephens is a native of Alexandria, Virginia attending the well known TC Williams High School (the movie, “Remember the Titans is a movie about her high school and how they addressed sports segregation).   All of her honorary degrees were received from George Mason University and Argosy University with her doctorate research focusing on the quality of life for overweight African American women in higher education. Outside of her identified research, she received many awards to include Counselor of the Year, Top 40 under 40 recognition, Black Excellence awards to name a few. She has been featured on essence.com speaking about the mental health of black women during the current COVID pandemic, various publishing materials discussing the importance of remaining a form of daily exercise throughout times of high stress and to address any mental health symptoms.

With becoming a well competent mental health counselor in 2019, after years of attending spin classes at her local gyms in Maryland she opted to be brave and secure her spin certification.  This achievement is very close and special to her given our culture’s perception and understanding of what health and fitness is to be.  With this certification she is now one of her area’s first plus size spin instructor.

Dr. Stephens is a woman who believes in having a spiritual foundation along with assisting people reach their highest and fullest desires of their heart. She is a voice for the voiceless, a cheerleader for those needing the encouragement and is always open to educate others! Her spiritual faith is an important factor that adds to the overall quality of her life, along with exercise and enjoying time with friends and family…oh and shopping (*smiling*)!

https://www.hopefulcounseling.org/

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Dr. Janelle Cox | An Interview with Dr. Anah (Series 1, Episode 3)

 

Dr. Janelle Cox, Assistant Professor, Department of Counseling, College of Education, Bowie State University

An Interview with Dr. Anah: Black women deserve all their love, recognition, and respect- All. Their. Flowers. We Amplify Black women Doctoral voices, and celebrate their works both in academia, and the community.

“The reasons why I’m doing these episodes are really to give Black Women Doctorates in counseling psychology, counseling education, the mental health field, art therapy, art education all their deserved love, recognition, and respect- their flowers, as well as amplify their voices and give them a platform to share their stories. Black women are awesome. Black women are great. Black women are powerful. This interview in particular, was one of great joy. Dr. Cox was one of my Teaching Assistants (although I incorrectly call her my intern during the interview), when I was an adjunct professor in the counseling psychology program at Argosy University, Northern Virginia. Dr. Cox was fantastic then, and I knew that she would soar to great heights- which she clearly has- I’m so proud of her! Not only does she drop some pearls of wisdom in this interview, but she shares a few glorious surprises. Thank you for all you do, Dr. Cox! You’re simply, wonderful. Oh…One more thing…Please, do not touch a Black Woman’s hair, unless you’ve been invited to do so.” – Dr. Chioma Anah

 
Dr. Janelle Cox is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), and Board Approved Clinical Supervisor in the State of Maryland.  Dr. Cox has her Master of Arts in Community Counseling and Doctorate of Education in Counselor Education and Supervision. Dr. Cox has experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a myriad of diagnoses such as  bipolar, depression, anxiety, ODD, ADHD. Research interests include home-based counseling, social justice/advocacy, HBCU students, public policy/legislation, African American women’s issues, and qualitative research methods. Dr. Cox currently serves as a Co-Chair of the CSJ Social Justice Curriculum Taskforce, Committee Member of the ACA Public Policy Committee, Ad Hoc Review for Counselor Education and Supervision Journal, Editorial Board Review for The Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision, and International Journal for the Advancement of Counselling.
 
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E Care Behavioral Health Institute- Presenter: https://www.ecarebehavioralinstitute.com/
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