The Cohort Sistas Podcast Cohort Sistas, Inc.

In this episode, Dr. Buqué shares invaluable insights on intergenerational trauma, imposter syndrome, and the integration of indigenous healing practices into therapeutic settings. Dr. Buqué sheds light on how intergenerational trauma manifests in professional environments, particularly within academia, and offers empowering perspectives on reclaiming cultural healing practices.Listeners are treated to a thought-provoking conversation as Dr. Buqué explores the significance of embracing divers...

Picture yourself in a conversation with Dr. Raquel Martin, an inspiring clinical psychologist and researcher championing for Black mental health. We explore her ambitions, her journey through academia, and how she is redefining her field, one Instagram post at a time. Dr. Martin's honest reflections on her experiences as a person of color in academia and her endeavors in balancing motherhood while pursuing a PhD will touch your heart and motivate you.In this episode, we shift focus to the aca...

We're thrilled to introduce our guest, the distinguished Dr. Christina Cleveland, a social psychologist, public theologian, and author of the groundbreaking book, "God is a Black Woman." Prepare to be engrossed as she peels back the layers of her intriguing journey and how her love for fashion and design intertwines with her current retreat in central France, where she's exploring the symbolism of Black Madonna's and sacred Black womanhood.Graduate school decisions can be daunting - mor...

Ever feel like you're facing Everest when considering a doctoral degree? Dr. FeLisa Albert-Wisses, a beacon of hope and resilience, joins us to share her story of triumph over adversity in academia and healthcare. As a black woman who surged through the barriers of the healthcare system, she inspires us with her journey of choosing to disrupt systemic racism in education by pursuing a Doctorate in Public Health. Through this candid conversation, Dr. FeLisa peels back the curtain on the l...

What if you could bridge the gap between diverse fields like education, neuroscience, and anthropology, and then use those insights to create spaces for healing and thriving? Dr. Sará King, a trailblazer with three Ph.D.s from UCLA, has done just that. She shares her inspiring journey, her explorations into alternative education methods, and her groundbreaking work with MindHeart Consulting and MindHeart Collective. Her transformative concept of Libertory Technology is something you won't wan...

We're thrilled to bring you an episode with a guest we admire enormously, Dr. Niah Grimes. She's a force to be reckoned with as an assistant professor at Morgan State University, an artist, and a vociferous advocate for social justice, mental health awareness, and higher education. Dr. Grimes generously shares her unique personal journey that has seen her balance art with academia, her struggles with chronic illness, and the centrality of self-care in her life. This episode is peppered with h...