Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

Hey lady! This week Dr. Dom and Terri dive into an important, but sometimes touchy topic. What you think about yourself and what others think about you are two different concepts that radically impact your life. Self-esteem and self-regard are what keep your self-concept in check but your reputation is built on variable factors – few of which are in your control. The good news is there are strategies to help you improve your reputation and all of them are in your control. Terri and Dr. Dom offer perspective on why building strong character matters more than creating an image built on controlling people’s perception of you. Don’t get it twisted, your image matters and so does the narrative around you but the incredible thing about living is that at any moment you can own your narrative and write a new story based on what is true to you and your life experience. Lady, this episode is jam packed with richness to help you gain clarity about how to present the best, most real version of yourself. You deserve to live in a world where you are respected and valued, but that first starts with you!   Quote of the Day: “Deal with yourself as an individual worthy of respect and make everyone else deal with you the same way.” – Nikki Giovanni   Know what you’re looking for? Feeld has rolled out its “shared desires” feature, which immediately shows you what you have in common with someone else. Download Feeld on the App Store or Google Play.   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2026

Hey lady! There comes a time in life when you’ll have to open up your mouth and speak up. But, certain situations require a deeper level of skill than others. How do you navigate tough conversations? This week, Terri and Dr. Dom outline a few...

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2026

Hey lady! Can you tell the difference between an old heaux and a young heaux? If you can no longer drop down and get your eagle on, but it’s cool because you don’t even know that means anyway then this episode is for you. This week, Terri and Dr. Dom have fun bridging the gap between the generational divide that exists because sistas across the land are realizing we have a lot to learn from each other. No matter what generation you are a part of, we can all agree that life is remarkably different than what we were used to; and what has become clear in these turbulent times is that we’re going to need each other to get through them. Our individual life lessons weave into a colorful tapestry of collective wisdom when we decide to listen to one another. With that perspective in mind, Dr. Dom and Terri make a playful delineation between old heaux and young heaux behavior. Pour your favorite beverage of choice and tap in to what makes each lived experience amazing and different and worth celebrating. Young heauxs have enviable opportunities  and freedoms that our ancestors dreamed, and old heauxs have the benefit and beauty of a life before social media allowing space for creativity, culture, and common sense. Together, we can light a path for the generations younger than us to build the world they deserve. Tap in!   Quote of the Day: “When you’ve seen women give everything and still end up depleted… choosing yourself starts to look like rebellion.” – Unknown   This episode is sponsored by VB Health, a woman-owned, physician-led supplement company creating doctor-formulated supplements that work. We’re featuring Drive Boost (libido support for all genders). Visit this link and use code HerSpace for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace Know what you’re looking for? Feeld has rolled out its “shared desires” feature, which immediately shows you what you have in common with someone else. Download Feeld on the App Store or Google Play.   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2026

Hey lady! Are you ready to get your ish together once and for all? Then bust that notebook out, sis, because this week Dr. Dom and Terri have a powerhouse guest join them to drop gems on how to get your financial house in order so you can welcome...

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2026

Hey lady! This week Dr. Dom and Terri welcome Dr. Tai, founder of the Black Girl Doctor – a platform dedicated to helping Black women avoid burnout while prospering, to talk all of the overachieving divas who feel the weight of the world on their shoulders and help them find ways to lighten their load. Very often Black women activate their ambition and are then swiftly punished from a variety of angles. Dr. Tai offers a salve for the Black woman who dares to both dream and make her dreams come true. She offers compassion for the women who have been knocked around by life while trying to self-actualize and her platform then offers the space and tools for women to heal while strengthening their resilience and re-engaging with their dreams. Lady, if you’re low on motivation, trust us, you’re not alone. We’re here to help! Whether it’s through our weekly episodes, the resources listed below, our Patreon – intentionally curated with you in mind, we’ve got the tools to keep you centered and moving forward on your path. You can also schedule a consultation with Dr. Dom to help you emotionally weather the storms that come with ambition or a coaching session with Terri to help elevate your business with grace and style.   Quote of the Day: Being "successful" does not shield you from emotional pain — and sometimes it complicates it."  – Dr. Tai   This episode is sponsored by VB Health, a woman-owned, physician-led supplement company creating doctor-formulated supplements that work. We’re featuring Soaking Wet (probiotics + vitamins for vaginal health and natural wetness). Visit this link and use code HerSpace for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace Know what you’re looking for? Feeld has rolled out its “shared desires” feature, which immediately shows you what you have in common with someone else. Download Feeld on the App Store or Google Play.   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Dr. Tai Caldwell-Harvey: Website: Black Girl Doctor Facebook: The Black Girl Doctor IG: @theblackgirldoctor LinkedIn: Dr. Taisha Caldwell-Harvey   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.com Check out the Best Of CHS!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2026

Hey lady! Are you ready for some motivation for every aspect of your life? If you are, this episode is for you! Felisha Sweat is the founder of Empowered Projects and People, a business operations consulting service, and co-founder of Secure the Bag,...

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2026

“It is our duty to fight for our freedom, it is our duty to win. We must love and support each other. We have nothing to lose but our chains.” These are the famous words of freedom fighter Joanne Byron. A woman that fought tooth and nail for the black community in New York, only to be wrongly arrested, physically abused, and framed for murder by the powers that be. So JOIN US as we discuss the political justice powerhouse that you guys may more commonly know as Assata Shakur.  Podcast Black True Crime To ACCESS the FULL VIDEO EPISODE + ALL PICTURES associated with the case. Join US on PATREON: ⁠⁠www.patreon.com/blacktruecrimepodcast⁠ Follow us on INSTAGRAM: @BlackTrueCrimePodcast Subscribe to our YOUTUBE Channel: www.youtube.com/c/blacktruecrimepodcast Join our PATREON for full video episodes and exclusive content: www.patreon.com/blacktruecrimepodcast For MERCH, visit: www.blacktruecrime.com/shop-merch JOIN OUR FB GROUP:  https://www.facebook.com/blacktruecrimepodcast   Intro & Outro music credits: Horror by Paradox Beats Original Beat production ownership is retained by the original producer where applicable. This beat is being used with private/owned leasing rights GRANTED by the producer(s). This audio is 100% free to listen to on this show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2026

Hey eldest sisters! This week, this one is for you. This week’s episode is a love song to the eldest daughters and granddaughters, the backbone of society, whose stories are often overlooked and ignored because their silent labor is the underpinning that keeps modern family life moving forward and families together. Dr. Dom and Terri share their experiences of being the eldest daughter and oldest sister in their immediate family and how it has shaped their worldviews and ways of being – for better or for worse.   While these experiences are not a monolith, there is enough evidence that this is a growing segment of the population that are expected to care for everyone around them at the expense of their own career growth and health. So what can you do if you find yourself in a position where there is an implicit expectation that you will be the strong one? Tune in if you are fed up with that role so that you can build a solid toolkit to shift yourself back into the driver’s seat of your life. Lady, this particular journey takes time so pack your patience and carve out intentional time so you can make a realistic plan that works for you. Head over to the Cultivating H.E.R. Space shop to pick up a journal as your companion to unpack this deep work you’re doing and while you’re at it grab a latte mug to sip on something that will calm your nervous system (you’ll find out why this is important in the episode). Wishing you lots of a love and lighter load on your plate, lady!   Quote of the Day: "The eldest daughter is the prototypical parentified child. Who’s tucking her in? Who’s feeding her? Who’s nurturing her? Who’s taking care of her?” – Dr. Mariel Buqué   This episode is brought to you by VB Health, supplements that work and Feeld, a dating app for the curious. Check out Drive Boost for libido support. With daily use, many people report improvements within 1–2 weeks. Visit this link and use code HerSpace at checkout for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace Know what you’re looking for? Feeld has rolled out its “shared desires” feature, which immediately shows you what you have in common with someone else. Download Feeld on the App Store or Google Play. Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2026

Hey lady! Doesn’t it seem like 2024 took off in a full sprint? This year has moved rather quickly, which is why this week Terri and Dr. Dom invite Ashley Menzies Babatunde, host of the No Straight Path podcast, to discuss the power of the pause, and...

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2026

Hey lady! You might have noticed a theme this year. As we navigate our way through this oppressive regime we are making sure that taking time to check in with ourselves is high on our priority list. That’s why this week, Dr. Dom and Terri have a gentle conversation about why it’s important to assess your mental health from time to time. Sometimes in the day-to-day of life it’s easy to overlook signs of depression, struggle, overwhelm, and self-neglect. However, as the pressure to perform during this perilous time increases knowing where you stand will be important to your self-preservation. Black people have a fight ahead of us as we work to claw back our rights. Taking good care of your mental and emotional health will make sure that not only are you fit for the fight but also that you have a good quality of life full of meaning, joy, and pleasure. So, tap into this episode and let it be a guide to improving your mental health and building a toolkit of care and support to keep you whole and healthy. If you need extra support, be sure to book a consultation with Dr. Dom. She can provide a container of support and meet you where you are as you strengthen your ability to care for yourself.   Quote of the Day: “Functioning is not the same as being well.” – Unknown   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2026

Hey lady, ever have an interaction with someone that just felt…off? Or, have you responded in a way that wasn’t your finest moment? Don’t beat yourself up. Being a human is interesting and complex. There isn’t a rulebook, but there are frameworks that...

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2026

Hey lady! You might have noticed that building and maintaining community is a big theme for many of us right now. Many of us are moving past the superficial energy of posting your highlight reel for empty calorie validation from strangers and seeking real nourishment for the soul. But, how do you find that in a world where connection is based off swipes and quick judgments? You already know Dr. Dom and Terri got you! This week, the dynamic duo guide you through questions you can ask your chosen family so that you can deepen your bond and get to know each other better in healthy, meaningful ways. Real relationships take work and while building intimacy can happen through common interests and shared activities, the best way to get to know someone is still through good conversation. Do you feel a little rusty? Tuck this episode away as your handy prompt repository for questions that will bring you closer. We want to hear from you! Holler at us on Instagram. What question did you find most interesting? Did you ask yourself any? If you’re looking to build your community, online and in-person, join us in Patreon. Not only do we have a warm community of like-hearted women but we plan live events for us to gather and show love. You never know, your new best may be behind the Patreon wall. See you there!   Quote of the Day: "Community is the place where connections are made, relationships are built, and support is given." – Unknown   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   We’re partnered with VB Health, a doctor-formulated supplement brand focused on sexual wellness you can trust. Featuring Soaking Wet, designed to support vaginal health, pH balance, and comfort. Most users report results after 1–2 weeks of consistent use. Visit this link and use code HerSpace at checkout for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2026

Lady, do you enjoy watching Black love on screen? Well, this episode is one you’ll want to turn the volume up on. This week Dr. Dom and Terri sit with acclaimed filmmaker Felicia Pride to discuss her journey through her storytelling, why Black women...

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2026

Host Jeremy Odem is BACK with a brand new episode of the chart topping, world wide sensation, Laugh with Me Podcast! This week, Jeremy tells the story of how he likely got crohns disease.   In this episode: -Jeremy saw a tweet -How Jeremy got Crohns -What to do with nose hair -AND SO MUCH MORE   Join the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s largest, most impactful fundraising event Take Steps as we come together to raise funds to accelerate research, advance treatments, and provide programs and support to improve the quality of life for those living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) Team Laugh with Me Podcast will be walking June 21, 2025 in Papillon, Nebraska   Follow us on our socials: X @LaughwithmePod & @JOfromNebraska Instagram @laughwithmepodcast TikTok @JeremyOdem0 YouTube 'Laugh with Me Podcast' Facebook 'Laugh with Me Podcast' Apple Podcasts : Laugh With Me Podcast Our Sponsors: * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/LAUGHWITHMESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2026

Hey lady! There comes a time when, hopefully, you wake up and say to yourself, I just don’t feel that way anymore. It can be at once both liberating and confusing. How can a belief or feeling you once held so deeply now seem like an ill-fitting sweater? Just like that sweater, now snug, uncomfortable, and no longer a match for who you are today, long-held beliefs can be difficult to shake but once you make the commitment to your growth, you’ll gain a new level of self-respect. One that you can carry as your superpower – the power to change your mind, especially when new information is presented. This week, Terri and Dr. Dom, explore the ways they’ve examined their beliefs and challenged them. Some they kept but many they discarded without fanfare, just a simple, I’ve changed my mind. A woman has the right to change her mind, doesn’t she? What beliefs do you still hold that are no longer serving you? Where could you use more compassion and less judgment in your life? And, where do you find yourself noticing that a particular belief is actually a projection? Lady, there’s nothing wrong with keeping it real with yourself. In fact, it’s highly encouraged as you build a real and authentic life. Speaking of keeping it real, head over to the enhanced Patreon community where Dr. Dom and Terri keep it all the way real about the behind the scenes of the making of the podcast. This community of like-hearted women gather and connect while letting their hair down. Ask Dr. Dom and Terri anything there…including Dr. Dom about her red beans and rice recipe. Inside joke for our Patreon subscribers. See you there!   Quote of the Day: "Baby, just keep living." – Elder Black Woman   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   We’re partnered with VB Health, a doctor-formulated supplement brand focused on sexual wellness you can trust. Featuring Drive Boost (libido support for all genders). Most users report results after 1–2 weeks of consistent use. Visit this link and use code HerSpace at checkout for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2026

In today’s episode, Terri and Dom are joined by Dr. Myla Bennett, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Georgia. She is not your typical plastic surgeon. Dr. Myla is “pro doing things to make you feel good but anti ignoring what is going on inside that...

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2026

Hey lady! We all have guilty pleasures. Some love wine, some love weed, but here at Cultivating H.E.R. Space Podcast, we love true crime which is why we’re thrilled to welcome Kayla, host of Black True Crime Podcast, to discuss the power of cults, how to stay safe in this wild world we’re living in and why choosing joy is always your best weapon to combat the seriousness of our times.   Kayla shares her journey from growing up in a cult to freeing herself from challenging relationships so that she could take those experiences and chart a path of expansion for herself. While true crime is a passion of Kayla the podcast has grown into a mission to help women advocate for themselves and strengthen their inner wisdom.   Tap in!   Quote of the Day: "Be safe. Protect your peace and protect your space. So, we don't have to cover your case..." – Kayla   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Kayla: Website: Black True Crime Podcast IG: @blacktruecrimepodcast Twitter (X): @BlackTrueCrime YouTube: @BlackTrueCrimePodcast TikTok: @blacktruecrime Facebook: Black True Crime Podcast   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2026

Sis! This week Dr. Dom and Terri are thrilled to welcome Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, the force and founder of Therapy for Black Girls and author of Sisterhood Heals, back to the podcast to discuss all of the wonderful moves she’s made since her first...

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2026

Hey lady! It’s getting warm outside and you might be in the mood to mix and mingle. Before you welcome a handsome stranger into your life and begin the beautiful dance of getting to know them, we welcome you to some self-inquiry so that you can introduce your authentic self to your potential lover and not a mask of who you think you need to be. Terri and Dr. Dom explore the key conversations you should be having with yourself to prepare for the blessing of love and companionship should you so choose to engage. If you listened to Loving Ourselves Through the 7 Dimensions of Wellness, you’ll remember Dr. Dom discussing the wellness wheel. This week, Dr. Dom and Terri apply that framework and apply it to the most important relationship of all – the one with yourself. Have you checked-in about how you’re faring on the wellness wheel and are you having conversations about what you would like to improve or continue? Use today’s conversation as a guide that you can adapt to necessary conversations with your potential boo to keep you happy, healthy, and on track.   Quote of the Day: “In order to create the relationship that you’re dreaming of you need to first start from the inside and work your way out.”   – Dr. Jeanine Staples   Beducated offers expert-led courses designed to help you explore intimacy, pleasure, communication, and confidence, on your own terms and at your own pace. If you’re ready to learn more about your body and deepen your understanding of pleasure, check out Beducated here: https://beducate.me/pd2614-herspace.   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2026

Hey lady! We can be honest about the tenor of this year – even with personal joys – this year has an air of heaviness to it. We are collectively grieving so much and some of us are also grieving on a personal level as well. Grief is not something that we do well in this country, which is why this week Dr. Dom and Terri are excited to welcome Marisa Renee Lee, award-winning and bestselling author of Grief is Love and her book Waiting for Dawn, to discuss the levels of grief and how to navigate a challenging world with loads of self-compassion and care. Marisa shares how she has built a life around the grief that showed up in her late adolescence and has showed up in various ways despite building a high-achieving, ambitious life. She offers a grounded, authentic perspective about the levels and layers of grief and how learning how to live with it and give it space in your life can actually open up room for deeper love, deeper understanding, and a more connected relationship with life. Marisa’s journey includes profound loss and a new relationship with her body by understanding its needs after being diagnosed with chronic illness. Lady, grief is a real component of life. It is inevitable and unavoidable but knowing that there is a path through the grief and that there are tools to support the journey can make all the difference between a life of suffering and a life of self-discovery and self-fulfillment. Which path will you choose? Whatever road you take, lady, we’re walking right beside you towards our joy. Be well!   Quote of the Day: “Hard times are simply a part of life, and I think we all want to know how to do them well.” – Marisa Renee Lee   Today’s sponsor is VB Health, known for science-backed, third-party tested supplements made in the USA. Try Drive Boost for libido support. Many people report noticing benefits within 1–2 weeks of daily use. Visit this link and use code HerSpace for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Marisa Renee Lee: Website: Marisa Renee Lee Book: Waiting for Dawn Book: Grief is Love IG: @marisareneelee LinkedIn: Marisa Renee Lee   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2026

Hey lady! By now it is clear that we are living through an extreme backlash to the gains made by Black Americans, non-Black minorities, and women. The most glaring manifestation of this is the rollback of Affirmative Action and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs across the country. Not only were programs built to uplift non-Whites completely eliminated but they were removed with a velocity that made many American’s head recoil from whiplash. Seemingly overnight companies united to align with the current regime’s warped ideal of what the American workplace should operate as. The thing is we, as Americans, have long moved past civil rights era workplace politics and practices. Black Americans have consistently demonstrated our aptitude and ability to be top contributors to the corporate workforce and that doesn’t have to stop despite this regime’s best efforts, according to Dr. Marissiko Wheaton-Greer, Assistant Vice President for People, Purpose and Policy at an affordable housing nonprofit and researcher on social identity, critical consciousness building, and leadership. Dr. Wheaton-Greer offers a balanced perspective about why this moment feels different and how you can navigate hostile, tenuous workplace situations. Tune in lady and have your Cultivating H.E.R. Space journal with you so you can write down a few of the scripts Dr. Wheaton-Greer offers. Her guidance will have you managing challenging scenarios with grace, dignity and the class you’ve already cultivated.   Quote of the Day: "We cannot talk about DEI in broad categories. In order to dive deeply and give people the competence they need to be good colleagues and stewards of this work, we need to be specific and engage in the unique experiences of various communities and identities." – Dr. Marissiko Wheaton-Greer   This episode is sponsored by VB Health, a woman-owned, physician-led supplement company creating doctor-formulated supplements that work. We’re featuring Soaking Wet (probiotics + vitamins for vaginal health and natural wetness). Visit this link and use code HerSpace for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Dr. Marissiko Wheaton-Greer: Website: Greer Consulting IG: @marissiko IG: @greerconsulting LinkedIn: Dr. Marissiko Wheaton-Greer   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2026

Hey lady! This week Terri and Dr. Dom welcome back Tommi Vincent, chef and author of The Table for Life: Nourishing the Soul with Food, Love, and Faith to discuss how using the elements that your unique life has given you can become the ingredients for an incredible life story. Tune in for a recipe using resilience, strength, self-discovery, and joy to write the most beautiful chapter of your life, yet!   Quote of the Day: "A woman is a living masterpiece not painted in oils but in courage, compassion, resilience, and grace." – Tommi Vincent   This episode is sponsored by VB Health, a woman-owned, physician-led supplement company creating doctor-formulated supplements that work. We’re featuring Drive Boost (libido support for all genders). Visit this link and use code HerSpace for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Tommi Vincent: Website: Tommi Vincent Book: The Table of Life: Nourishing the Soul with Food, Love, and Faith IG: @cheftommiv TikTok: @cheftommiv Facebook: Tommi V   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2026

Hey lady! This week’s episode is for all of the mothers out there holding it down to make sure their babies have the best in life despite all of the stigma, obstacles, and challenges that can come with being a single mother in America. Jamilah Lemieux, notable author and editor and Black Twitter media personality, joins Terri and Dr. Dom to discuss her new book Black.Single.Mother and her journey into wholeness as a woman, co-parent, and mother of a teenager. Jamilah has a real and relatable conversation about how she processed the dissolution of her relationship, came to terms with rejection, and moved into a healthy co-parenting dynamic that still honors her needs and boundaries but keeps the focus on her daughter and what is best for her development. Jamilah drops gems about the internal work she had to do to get to a place where she wasn’t recreating patterns based on her life experience. Some of the biggest work we will do as women is being able to become so full of ourselves – our light, our brilliance, our joy – that we are able to fill in the areas where we feel incomplete, broken, or unworthy. It is some of the most important work we can do if we want to raise healthy children that will walk into the world knowing their inherent worthiness and free from inherited feelings of lack. We want confident young people that grow into capable leaders and it starts with all of us – mother or not – freeing ourselves from shame and stigma. So, tap in and get some real love from Jamilah and the ladies of Cultivating H.E.R. Space and find out why being a present, loving “baby mama” is something to be proud of, not ashamed.   Quote of the Day: “Our people (and, really, the whole world) need a complete overhaul of their ideas about Black single motherhood.” – Jamilah Lemieux   Beducated offers expert-led courses designed to help you explore intimacy, pleasure, communication, and confidence, on your own terms and at your own pace. If you’re ready to learn more about your body and deepen your understanding of pleasure, check out Beducated here: https://beducate.me/pd2610-herspace   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Jamilah Lemieux: Website: Jamilah Lemieux Book: Black.Single.Mother IG: @jamilahlemieux Threads: @jamilahlemieux Twitter (X): @jamilahlemieux LinkedIn: Jamilah Lemieux Facebook: Jamilah Lemieux   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2026

Hey lady! Are you ready to go big in your love life? If you’re ready to make changes that reflect the woman you are today then you’ll definitely want to tune in because Terri and Dr. Dom are dropping gems and spilling tea to help you improve the way you vet your romantic prospects. Lady, by now you’ve heard “choose better” when attempting to find respect and companionship but do you know exactly what that means? Terri and Dr. Dom offer seven questions to ask while dating that will help you make your next decision from a grounded place. Whether you are looking for a good time, not a long time or ready to find your forever person, let this episode you guide you as you engage from a place of personal power, deep self-respect, and high self-regard. Now, you know this wouldn’t be a Cultivating H.E.R. Space episode if we didn’t help guide you into introspective work that will help you identify what you’re looking for in a partner and what you are bringing to the relationship. None of us are perfect and we’re all working on aspects of ourselves so head to the Cultivating H.E.R. Space shop and grab a journal so that you can answer the questions that will help you clearly assess where you are in your process so that you can get the love you deserve! And, lady we promised you tea. Join Patreon so you can hear Dr. Dom and Terri spill it. It’s hot, hot, hot in the Aftershow!   Questions You Can Ask to Reveal Someone’s Character “What did your last relationship teach you about yourself?” “What does a healthy relationship look like to you?” “What are you currently working on within yourself?” “How do you typically handle conflict?” “What are your non-negotiables in relationships?” “What brings you peace in your life right now?” “What kind of partner do you want to be?”   Quote of the Day: “Every person you date reflects something back to you—not to judge you, but to show you where you’ve healed, where you’re still growing, and where you’re ready to choose differently.” – Unknown   This episode is brought to you by VB Health, supplements that work. Check out Soaking Wet for vaginal health. With daily use, many people report improvements within 1–2 weeks. Visit this link and use code HerSpace at checkout for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2026

Hey lady! This week we welcome Koya Webb, a globally recognized thought leader, transformational speaker, holistic wellbeing expert, and longevity specialist. She’s known for her groundbreaking Lifestyle Design Method and joins Dr. Dom and Terri for a soul-nourishing conversation about the power we have within us to flourish during this season in our lives. Koya drops truth bombs about some of the environmental factors that have aided to the psychological and spiritual warfare we’ve been assaulted with the last five years. We have been moving through seismic change since the pandemic, collectively and on an individual level, and its true – the body keeps the score. The good news is that we can work this out of our body through intentional movement and an abundance of self-compassion. Koya shares how she came to find a movement practice that works for her and how her journey has evolved over time. Tune in for ways to help yourself understand the natural rhythms of your life and how you can use them to find a movement practice that works for you and can lower your stress levels. Lady, you are the only person who can give you the soft life you deserve. Make that first step towards the most peaceful you that can exist. Tap in!   Quote of the Day: "Your healing is nurtured by the choices you make each day; how you nourish your body, how you speak to yourself, how you pray, and the rituals you embody when life feels heavy.” – Koya Webb   We’re partnered with VB Health, a doctor-formulated supplement brand focused on sexual wellness you can trust. Featuring Drive Boost (libido support for all genders). Most users report results after 1–2 weeks of consistent use. Visit this link and use code HerSpace at checkout for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Koya Webb: Website: Koya Webb Podcast: Lifestyle Design with Koya Webb Pinterest: Get Loved Up IG: @koyawebb LinkedIn: Koya Webb YouTube: @koyawebb   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2026

Hey lady! These times call for intentional self-care but lady, do you know what self-care really is? By now you know that self-care is more than just sheet masks and massages. What if we tell you that it’s more than even therapy and meditation? This week, Dr. Dom and Terri dive deep into the seven dimensions of wellness to help themselves (and you) create a plan to help you not only sustain but thrive. Grab your Cultivating H.E.R. Space journal, brew some tea or warm up some bone broth, and allow Terri and Dr. Dom guide you through your wellness plan with questions that interrogate your deepest self so that you can drill down to what makes you authentically you. Lady, self-exploration and self-examination are worthwhile endeavors that can you help you align with your purpose. When you prioritize the mindsets and activities that help you feel your best, you get to embody wellness and shine your light as brightly as possible.   Quote of the Day: "Wellness is not a privilege; it is everyone's right." – Dr. Dom Today’s sponsor is VB Health, known for science-backed, third-party tested supplements made in the USA. Try Soaking Wet, which supports vaginal health and balance. Many people report noticing benefits within 1–2 weeks of daily use. Visit this link and use code HerSpace for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2026

Hey lady! Life is about balance. Newton states that for every action and equal and opposite reaction takes place. Every act of cruelty, injustice, and genuinely that we see currently seems overwhelming, which is why Dr. Dom and Terri prioritize sharing moments of joy, fun, and pleasure on the show. This week, Dr. Dom and Terri are delighted to welcome Dr. Nikki Coleman, an award-winning licensed psychologist, sexologist, and founder of Dr. Nikki Knows, PLLC, to discuss why making pleasure your focus is a worthwhile endeavor for a healthy life. Dr. Nikki breaks down some of the misconceptions Black women tell ourselves about pleasure, why some women struggle to have the orgasms they deserve, and ways women can advocate for themselves and their pleasure with their partners. Lady, don’t let the pressures of life steal your joy. Learn how to release in ways that feel fulfilling and satisfying. If you want the real tea of how to up your pleasure tune into the Aftershow where Dr. Nikki joins Terri and Dr. Dom for the real lowdown on what it means to be sexy at any age. If you are looking for community and you’re in the Houston-area, join Dr. Nikki March 7, 2026 for an intimate gathering where she’ll help guide you into true intimacy with yourself.   Quote of the Day: “So you’re just never gonna have sex again because you don’t like this body?” – Dr. Nikki   Beducated offers expert-led courses designed to help you explore intimacy, pleasure, communication, and confidence, on your own terms and at your own pace. If you’re ready to learn more about your body and deepen your understanding of pleasure, check out Beducated here: https://beducate.me/pd2606-herspace   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Dr. Nikki Coleman Website: Dr. Nikki Coleman Workshop: The Sanctuary IG: @drnikkiknows Threads: @drnikkiknows YouTube: @drnikkiknows LinkedIn: Dr. Nikki Coleman   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2026

Hey lady! If you believe that the children are the future then this week’s episode is for you. Drs. Ann Ishimaru and Decoteau J. Irby are two dynamic scholars who join Dr. Dom and Terri to lay out a purposeful perspective that can help you gain clarity in your plans for creating equitable outcomes for all children. This episode isn’t just for parents. This episode is for anyone who knows that the strength of the community includes all of its citizens, especially children. Drs. Ishimaru and Irby are educators and scholars who are passionate about creating a path forward despite the clear signs of society regressing. The two offer views into what themes they are seeing across schools, districts, and communities, and why this moment is both new and completely different. In their book Doing the Work of Equity Leadership for Justice and Systems Change the scholars offer clear foundational elements to building a more equitable future for our young people. They also lay out small but powerful actions parents can take to be in a healthy and engaged relationship with the educators of their community. Tune in for the specific questions that they provide parents and community members to use in their daily lives. Lady, by now it’s clear. We’re all in this together. Let’s get excited about our work to build the world we wish to leave our children. Tap in and holla at us in our Patreon community about how you plan to build a table where our children are welcome.   Quote of the Day: "Equality is the goal, equity is the mechanism or process we will use to get there.” – Dr. Tyrone Howard   Today’s sponsor is VB Health, known for science-backed, third-party tested supplements made in the USA. Try Drive Boost for libido support. Many people report noticing benefits within 1–2 weeks of daily use. Visit this link and use code HerSpace for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace.   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Dr. Ann Ishimaru: Website: Dr. Ann Ishimaru Book: Doing the Work of Equity Leadership for Justice and Systems Change IG: @annishmaru LinkedIn: Dr. Ann Ishimaru   Where to find Dr. Decoteau J. Irby: Website: Dr. Decoteau J. Irby Book: Doing the Work of Equity Leadership for Justice and Systems Change Bandcamp: Decoteau Black IG: @decoteaublack Twitter (X): @DecoteauIrby LinkedIn: Dr. Decoteau J. Irby YouTube: Decoteau Black Spotify: Decoteau Black Facebook: Decoteau Irby   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2026

Hey lady! This week, Terri and Dr. Dom welcome the dynamic Maya Elious, businesswoman and founder of Built to Impact, stops by Cultivating H.E.R. Space to motivate women to step away from the sidelines and get in the field so they can achieve their dreams. Maya shares her testimony of growing her business from generating $180,000 to $2 million annually by betting on herself and turning setbacks into lessons that fueled the growth in her business. Lady, if you are determined to stay encouraged during this period of uncertainty then this is the episode for you. Maya drops gems and you won’t want to miss them! Head to the Cultivating H.E.R. Space shop for a journal to capture all of the insights and a space to map out a plan for action. See you at the top, lady!   Quote of the Day: “Not knowing how to get somewhere should never stop you from going.” – Maya Elious This episode is sponsored by VB Health, a woman-owned, physician-led supplement company creating doctor-formulated supplements that work.   We’re featuring Soaking Wet (probiotics + vitamins for vaginal health and natural wetness). Visit this link and use code HerSpace for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Maya Elious: Website: Maya Elious Podcast: Work Hard Live Soft Blog: Maya Elious IG: @mayaelious LinkedIn: Maya Elious Facebook: Maya Elious   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2026

Hey lady! We know that right now the onslaught of news is hard to escape. Everyday there is a new anxiety-inducing development, a new manufactured fear to distract us from our mission’s work. We’re here to tell you that if you are having a hard time keeping your head up, you are not alone. What we’re experiencing is not normal, which is why Terri and Dr. Dom invited friend of the show and American Psychological Association President Dr. Wendi Williams to have a heart-to-heart about the psychological toll that’s being levied onto the American populace, particularly Black women. Not only are we witnessing horrendous injustices, confusing schemes, and a barrage of misinformation from the administration but we are witnessing a targeted attack on the Black woman worker in the economy. Dr. Wendi breaks down the historical implications of the reported 300,000 Black women who have suffered job loss or prolonged absence from the workforce. She states that the number is actually higher. You’ll have to tune in to hear why. Dr. Wendi also talks about why her role as the president of the American Psychological Association is critical as we begin to imagine the solutions that will help us fight our way out of this mess. Dr. Wendi keeps it real about the moment we’re in, but she offers perspective that will inspire hope in your heart. Lady, by now you know we all we got. Hold tight to your sister friends and send them this episode so we can keep each other uplifted and informed. Dr. Wendi offers a powerful antidote to the evil we’re seeing with a vision of life where we finally create a world that is sustainable for us to thrive! Keep your head to the sky lady and check out the resources below for additional support, should you need it. If you’re searching for your tribe join us on Patreon where other Black women are walking boldly on their path to empowerment. You’ll fit right in!   Quote of the Day: "Recovery is not about fixing yourself. It's about reclaiming yourself.” – Dr. Wendi Williams   Today’s sponsor is VB Health, known for science-backed, third-party tested supplements made in the USA. Try Drive Boost for libido support. Many people report noticing benefits within 1–2 weeks of daily use. Visit this link and use code HerSpace for 10% off: https://bit.ly/VBhealthherspace   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Dr. Wendi S. Williams: Website: Dr. Wendi S. Williams Podcast: She Been Ready! The Podcast Book: Black Women at Work: On Refusal and Recovery IG: @drwendiwilliams LinkedIn: Dr. Wendi S. Williams   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 January 2026

Lady! This week Terri and Dr. Dom welcome powerhouse visionary Ashley McGirt-Adair to Cultivating H.E.R. Space to broaden your awareness to additional tools and resources available to you as you travel along your healing path. Ashley is a dynamic trailblazer who listened to her inner wisdom and allowed that internal voice to guide her as she built a thriving clinical practice and foundation geared towards helping Black women afford the mental health care we so often need. Ashley is the founder of the Therapy Fund Foundation, a nonprofit focused on eliminating barriers to mental health care in Black and historically excluded communities. She is also the author of the forthcoming book, The Cost of Healing in Silence: Navigating Racial Trauma and the Call for Culturally Responsive Care. Ashley keeps it real about the barriers that keep Black women from tending to themselves and how she found the courage to step out on faith and build the phenomenal service she’s offering to the world. Since slavery Black Americans have experienced a litany of traumatic events and have somehow managed to survive to this present day. The issue is that until we, collectively, address those numerous traumas and all of their manifestations we will continue to just do that – survive. Ashley and her team want us to thrive and they are committed to connecting Black women with culturally attuned and responsive providers who are equipped to navigate the complex and layered issues that we face. Lady, there are many forces in this world that are designed to weigh you down and discourage you from reaching your full potential. But, like the sea turtles making their pilgrimage to the water you, too, can make the arduous trek from being broken and in pieces to being in your power. Tune in to today’s episode for actionable steps and resources you can access right now! Don’t forget you can also book a consultation with Dr. Dom so that you can establish your team of providers ready to help you breakthrough to your next level. We love you for real, lady!   Quote of the Day: "We need access, equity, and action that ensures healing isn’t a privilege, it’s a right." – Ashley McGirt-Adair   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Ashley McGirt-Adair: Website: Therapy Fund Foundation Instagram: @therpayfundfoundation Facebook: Therapy Fund Foundation Website: Ashley McGirt Book: The Cost of Healing in Silence: Navigating Racial Trauma and the Call for Culturally Responsive Care LinkedIn: Ashley McGirt Instagram: @therapywithash Facebook: Ashley McGirt Counseling Services LLC Twitter (X): @TherapywithAsh YouTube: Ashley McGirt   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 January 2026

Lady! Welcome to 2026. We hope this new year is greeting you with restoration, renewal and an excitement for what’s possible in 2026. This week, Terri and Dr. Dom set the tone for what we hope will be an abundant, juicy year. One way we can do that is by being intentional with our time, our attention and our resources. The ladies dive into a timely conversation about considerations to keep in mind while you are setting your intentions, goal setting and mapping out how you’re going to move through the year with ease and flow. The end of the year is usually considered the triage period for burnout. It is often a time where we are working to recuperate and restore after jam packed year full of obligations, commitments, and responsibilities. The demands of the year can leave one feeling depleted. By assessing your capacity early in the year you get to define what taking good care of yourself looks like so that you can put the systems and boundaries in place to make sure that the number one person in your life is well. Lady, we’re excited about what 2026 will bring and we hope you are too! Head to the Cultivating H.E.R. Space shop and pick up a journal or three so that you have a place to put all of your brilliant plans. We have all of the tools you need including latte mugs for your nourishing tea or bone broth, pillows for your comfort, and fly apparel to let the world know exactly who you are in our shop. And, if you are ready for a true fresh start for the New Year book a consultation with Dr. Dom to establish goals and set up systems so that you move with intention or attend Terri’s Get That Pitch Workshop so you can take your business to the next level. See you at the top, lady!   Quote of the Day: “Just because you have the capacity doesn’t mean it deserves your energy.” – Unknown   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 2 January 2026

Hey lady! We made it! In this final episode of 2025, Dr. Dom and Terri celebrate all that has happened in this year so that they can honor it with sacred closure and use the lessons learned to fuel a productive, prosperous, and peaceful new year. Lady, what are the rituals and practices that you do at the end of year that help you set powerful intentions to have the year you want to have? Are you a woman who doesn’t play about having the house clean, the Black-eyed peas and greens on the stove when the clock strikes 12 on January 1? Are you a woman who likes to review all that happened this year to reflect on what went well and what could use some improvement…and what just doesn’t need to happen no mo’? Are you the woman who believes in pressing forward without addressing the good and the bad of what they year brought? Or, are you the woman who shuts the laptop, snuggles in bed with your favorite snack, book, show and gets all of the rest you need? We’re grown women so you already know that there is no right way to do life but Terri and Dr. Dom have some tips and frameworks that can help you sort through the year you’ve had so that you walk into 2026 with clarity and a sense of direction. Tune into this episode for journal prompts to walk you through your thoughts so that you’re off to the races when the clock strikes. Cheers to a safe and restful rest of the year!   Quote of the Day: “What the new year brings to you will depend a great deal on what you bring to the new year.” — Vern McLellan   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 26 December 2025

Lady, as we head into what is hopefully a quiet, restful holiday season why don’t you swap out your phone for a riveting new book that offers an escape into a world where zombies offer a glimpse into the power and beauty that resides in the Haitian culture. Jenna Chrisphonte, a New York-based author and playwright, invites readers on a journey where zombies and voodoo offer a historical perspective of the strength and resilience of Haiti. Talc: A Hatian Zombie Story is a resonant and timely look into how multifaceted revolutionary spirits are and why these stories are important in the Black diaspora. The current regime is trying to assert an oppressive and authoritarian hand in America to quell  any desire for an uprising and they are banking on its citizens to be too tired, too scared, and too poor to fight back. Jenna’s work offers a perspective on how the tapestry of unique cultural experiences can weave together to create a resistance stronger than any dark force can conquer. Jenna discusses how her Haitian upbringing allowed her to gather lessons from her people that can be of use during this time of radical restructuring of our democracy. But, if all of that feels heavy just allow Jenna’s strong prose and attention to her craft whisk you away to world where zombies roam. By the end, you may begin to think that they already walk amongst us. What do we mean by that? Tune in! Quote of the Day: "Theater is the ground where the healing of this nation can begin to take place." – Jenna Chrisphonte   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Where to find Jenna Chrisphonte: Website: Jenna Chrisphonte Book: Talc: A Haitian Zombie Story LinkedIn: Jenna Chrisphonte Instagram: @talcahaitianzombiestory Facebook: Talc: A Haitian Zombie Story   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: herspacepodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 December 2025

Hey lady! You know we’re all about our gentle growth and continuous improvement over here so we’re excited to share an episode that will help grow your toolkit for whatever life may bring your way. As we heal and process it’s common to notice where your childhood has yet again shaped your behavior and caused patterns that at one time seemed normal but now no longer serve you. Growing up in environments where our caregivers were doing the best they could with the tools they had means that we may not have always had the space to be your full self. And, if you grew up in a Black household it’s entirely plausible to not be allowed to feel your feelings and bury them instead. But, we’re grown now and you are not only allowed to feel your feelings but you are encouraged to and there are frameworks that can help. This week, Dr. Dom and Terri present the RULER method, a powerful tool that can help you make your way through difficult and complex emotions so that you can remain in your sovereignty and stand in your integrity. This five-step method can help you meet life as it comes, which will help you loosen the grip of needing to control life. Understanding your emotions offers you more choice in your experience, which can lead to feeling more stable, grounded and having increased capacity to feel the richness and beauty that life has to offer you.  Using RULER in Real Life · Recognizing: “How do I know what I’m feeling? What signals does my body send?” · Understanding: “Where did this emotion come from? Is it layered with past wounds?” · Labeling: Talk about the power of language—using words like “disrespected” vs “angry.” · Expressing: “Who is safe to share this with? What’s an empowered way to show this?” · Regulating: Tools and tips (breathwork, journaling, therapy, movement, prayer, etc.) Quote of the Day: “If you don’t know what you’re feeling, it’s hard to know what to do with your feelings.”  – Dr. Marc Brackett   Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary   Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls  Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC   Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 December 2025

Hey lady! We’re grown so we know there’s nothing wrong with having a vice or two. But, what happens when that vice becomes an addiction? Analysts estimate that approximately 48.4 million Americans are addicted to something with 9.8% of Americans...

Transcribed - Published: 5 December 2025

Hey lady! We hope you had a wonderful day spent in gratitude yesterday. If you’ve been around our podcast a while you know that gratitude is something we value, and we value it for good reason. Gratitude is an essential element to calling in the...

Transcribed - Published: 28 November 2025

Hey lady! We know that the daily onslaught of the news of these times can be distressing and difficult to ignore. There are genuine reasons to feel alarm during the current administration but we are blessed to have a deep history of having...

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2025

Hey lady! While the Make America Healthy Again movement is in full steam the proponents seem to only offer conflicting messages about exactly what will make America healthy again. And, while you may be no stranger to doing your own research, these...

Transcribed - Published: 14 November 2025

Hey lady! You know like we know that sometimes we are…right. It’s never about being right, it’s just the truth that sometimes we have opinions that are actually right even if they may be controversial. This week, Terri and Dr. Dom offer a cheeky look...

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2025

Lady… listen. The energy this season is all about release, renewal, and community. In this short and soulful bonus episode, we’re sharing three reflection questions that will guide our time together during our upcoming community experiences, the...

Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2025

Hey lady! In these trying times connecting with community is more important than ever. Community is not just your close friends or even your family. Community is the place where you live, work, and play. It contains history, wisdom and can thrive when...

Transcribed - Published: 31 October 2025

Hey lady, this week, Dr. Dom and Terri delve into a topic that affects a third of Black women in the United States – divorce. While the process of divorce can often be painful, tedious, and costly it does not always mean that getting divorced is a bad...

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2025

Lady, if you’ll remember in season 27, episode 8, Dr. Dom and Terri broke down the truth about feedback. It is, indeed, a gift but it requires nuance, timing, respect, and care. It is a critical piece in building intimacy in relationships and...

Transcribed - Published: 17 October 2025

Hey lady! We know you’ve been doing the work. The real, soul-transformative work that opens your world to new possibilities and brighter days. We’re so proud of you for making a commitment to yourself to be a better you for YOU. But, the truth is that...

Transcribed - Published: 10 October 2025

Hey lady! Do you ever want to take a Jet2Holiday somewhere far, far away from here? Look around, everyday there is a new reason to want to leave the United States and start fresh somewhere else. That’s why Terri and Dr. Dom welcomed Roshida Dowe and...

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2025

Hey lady! The weather’s cooling down but for some of us that doesn’t necessarily mean that your body is lowering the temperature. Why? Because perimenopause is a thing and it’s time we talk about it and why it’s impacting Black women more and earlier...

Transcribed - Published: 26 September 2025

Hey lady! How are you doing? We mean really doing? We know it can be hard to admit that you may be feeling an overwhelming mix of emotions as we deal with the current chaos in the world. That’s why, this week, Terri and Dr. Dom discuss the healing...

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2025

Hey lady! This week Dr. Dom and Terri are thrilled to welcome a legend who needs no introduction. Misty Copeland is known around the world as not only as a trailblazer and groundbreaking ballet dancer, most notably as the first African American female...

Transcribed - Published: 12 September 2025

Hey lady! We don’t know about you but right now we are deep in a season of designing our lives with care and intention, which is why it’s only right that we welcome Dominique B. Fluker, nationally recognized multimedia journalist, lifestyle expert and...

Transcribed - Published: 5 September 2025