Empowering Connections
Welcome to Empowering Connections, a podcast by Connie Akins, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Private Practice, here to help you heal your personal and professional relationships through counseling advice, tips and ideas. Empowering Connections will focus on healthy ways to improve these relationships, help you manage your stress and attain self fulfillment.
Episodes
82 episodes
The Caregiver Relationship
In episode 82, I am discussing the journey of " The Caregiver Relationship" and how the role of being a caregiver can be joyful and exhausting at the same time. Caring for a elderly parent and being totally responsible for their wel...
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Episode 82
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Healing Urban Trauma
In episode 81 my guest is Qiana Wimbley from "The Guidance Couch" who shares a powerful story of survival and how to heal from a trauma she encountered. Most trauma is rooted in how people were nurtured and loved in childhood, but t...
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Episode 81
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44:42
Mentoring African American Males
In episode 80 my guest is Jahquan Hawkins, Dean of Student services at Oakland Community College, College Success Coach, Author, Entrepreneur, Michigan Chronicle Man of Excellence and facilitator of the "Man Up " program which mento...
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Episode 80
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41:59
Married But Lonely
In this episode I am discussing the topic "Married But Lonely" . Have you ever felt alone in your marriage ? Have you suffered in a relationship where you felt unloved , disconnected, and lonely in your relationship. Marriages thrive on e...
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Episode 79
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28:39
How to Deal with Loneliness
In this episode I am discussing " How to deal with Loneliness" . The pandemic created a new normal and a new type of loneliness. People have been socially isolated by mandates, quarantines , and out of fear of exposing their love on...
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Episode 78
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Teen Suicide and Risk Factors in Black Youth.
In episode 77 my guest is Eric Scott, a Licensed Clinical Master Social Worker , with a private practice in Southfield, Michigan. Eric shares his expertise on Teens and Suicide and Risk Factors in Black Youth. Eric shares what he consider...
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Episode 77
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36:40
Another Side of Domestic Violence
In the 76th episode I share thoughts on " Another Side of Domestic Abuse". I want people to understand that domestic violence can also be psychological and emotional abuse. In this episode I give a clear definition and reasons why emotion...
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Episode 76
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19:23
Infidelity- What is Cheating ?
In episode 75 my guest is Dr. Melanie Ricaurte ,PsyD, Clinical Psychologist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor. Dr. Ricaurte is the Clinical Director of Harmony Holistic in Bethesda Maryland.&nb...
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Episode 75
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Parents with College Age Children
In episode # 74 my guest is Vanita Sanders, MSW who is the Senior Director of College and Career Access and Success at Strategic Community Partners and former Assistant Director for GEAR-UP ( Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Unde...
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Episode 74
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43:32
Single Fatherhood
In episode #73 my guest is Brendon Jackson a single dad who shares his journey of how he became a single dad raising a daughter . Recently the movie " Fatherhood" encouraged many to explore and discuss the roles that fathers play in the lives o...
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Episode 73
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29:25
Attachment Styles and Relationships
In episode 72, I am discussing Attachment Styles and Relationships. Attachment styles are developed during infancy based on the relationship that the infant has with their parent or caregiver. Have you ever wondered why you behave a certain way...
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Episode 72
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Friendships, Social Media and Mindfulness
In episode 71 my guest is Marissa Teslak, and we are discussing how social media and technology impacts friendships and relationships. Marissa is a Behavior Intervention Specialist and she will share some ways to reduce the negative impac...
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Episode 71
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Burnout and Self-Reliance
In episode #70 my guest is Dr. Jeff Lip , a Licensed Professional Counselor and Adult Education Administrator. Dr. Lip has visited the show several times and shares his knowledge and expertise on todays episode " Burnout and Self-Re...
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Episode 70
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How to get along with In-laws
In episode #69, I am discussing the topic "How to get along withIn-laws". I give your some strategies to build a healthy relationship with your in-laws. Everyone has in-laws once anyone in the family marries. Believe it or not you c...
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Episode 69
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14:17
Multicultural Relationships
In episode 68 my guest is Nathalie Flores Lowther, and we are discussing " Multicultural Relationships " and what are some of the benefits as well as challenges when blending two different ethnic cultures together in a marriage relationship . N...
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Episode 68
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32:12
Postpartum Depression
In episode 67 my guest is Heidi McBain, a Texas licensed therapist and perinatal mental health expert. She owns a counseling private practice that's based out of Flower Mound, Texas and focuses on mental wellness for moms during pregnancy...
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Episode 67
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23:49
Entrepreneurship and Mental Health Advocacy
In episode 66 my guest is Ken Walker a local social activist for mental health, brand strategist, philanthropist, and young professional who shares his personal journey and how he became an advocate for Black Men and their mental wellness. In t...
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Episode 66
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
In episode 65 my guest is Raynard Meridith, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a practice in Southfield Michigan. We are continuing to celebrate and acknowledge Mental Health Awareness Month during the month of May. During...
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Episode 65
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21:54
Mental Health and The Pandemic
In episode 64 my guests are two local mental health professionals; Eric Scott, LMSW , and Nicole Bell , LPC . May is Mental Health Awareness month and we are discussing how the pandemic has impacted mental health. Eric and Nicole share their ex...
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Episode 64
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44:09
Fitness and Holistic Health
In this episode my guest is a fitness and holistic health coach from Atlanta Georgia . He shares his health and fitness tips . Fitness is a mindset and your health begins in the womb according to @Supremeholesticofficial. He believes ever...
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Episode 63
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20:50
Addiction and Relationships
In the 62nd episode my guest is Charles Phipps , who is a Licensed Master Social Worker and owner or Paradigm Counseling . Charles is also a Certified Addiction Counselor who shares his expertise on " Addiction and Relationships" . Charles shar...
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Episode 62
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33:39
Setting Boundaries with Toxic Family Members and Friends
In the 61st episode I share strategies to help you set boundaries with toxic people in your family, friendship circle or any other relationship. Toxic people are usually self-serving and the emotions you experience when they are aro...
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Episode 61
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Toxic Masculinity
In episode 60 my guest is Eric Scott , a Licensed Clinical Master Social Worker , with a private practice in Southfield, Michigan. Eric shares his expertise on Toxic Masculinity . Eric helps us to understand social norms , tradition...
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Episode 60
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29:09