In this episode, Dr. Metzger is joined by Tnisha Poe, an incredible mom, business owner, and professional, who is raising a resilient black teen. Together, they will dive into the crucial topic of raising resilient children, exploring culturally relevant parenting approaches within African-American communities. If you have questions or want to connect, contact us at theempowerlab@gmail.com.   How to Connect with our Guest today:  Tnisha Poe  Instagram: @TPoe__ Tnisha.poe@gmail.com   EMPOWER Instagram ..read more

In this episode, we explore the nuances of reshaping trauma treatment with Dr. Isha Metzger. Discover how Dr. Metzger recognized the potential for a more effective TF-CBT tailored for Black youth and families, emphasizing the impact of racial stressors and trauma; this is a recent episode with the National Children's Alliance, where Dr. Metzger dives deeper into her work.  If you have questions or want to connect, reach out to us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com.     EMPOWER Instagram ..read more

Want to get into graduate school in psychology? Well, in this episode we talk about how you can do that! We are joined by two special guests, Violeta Rodriguez and Dominique La Barrie, from our Clinical and BBS psychology programs to talk about how they got into grad school and what you can do based on where you are ..read more

In this episode, we talk about preparing for graduate school in clinical psychology. We will focus on tips and insights for pursuing your dream clinical psychology Ph.D. program. Ashanti Brown and Dominque Laberrie, graduate students in Clinical Psychology Ph.D. programs, will also give some invaluable insight from their vantage points. Stay tuned through the whole episode! Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com    EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram ..read more

In this episode, Dr. Metzger provides valuable insights on racial trauma and racial stress. She is joined by Melanie, a 4th-year Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology at Wheaton College, for an in-depth interview. The episode explores the motivations behind Dr. Metzger's work, focusing on healing, addressing microaggressions, and offering valuable guidance for clinicians working with clients who have experienced racial stress and trauma. Be sure to stay engaged throughout the entire episode to uncover these invaluable insights and gems ..read more

In this episode, Dr. Metzger is a guest on the National Children's Alliance podcast. She discusses her research on racial socialization and its impact on treatment outcomes for Black children and families in Child Advocacy Centers (CACs). Dr. Metzger also explores the role of celebratory experiences in healing from trauma and emphasizes the importance of racial justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion in mental health disparity.   Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com    EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram ..read more

In this episode, we talk about the work we’re doing in The EMPOWER Lab and on the Racial Trauma Task Force, as well as the benefit of finding happiness along the way. New staff, Ashley and Karissa, also give some expert advice on preparing to go to grad school, so stay tuned through the whole episode!   Episode Guests: Georgia State University Racial Trauma Task Force https://www.drishametzger.com/racial-trauma-task-force    Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com    EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram ..read more

Join us this week for a special episode in which our very own Dr. Isha Metzger converses with one of the hosts of Around the Way Curls, Shanti.  Together they discuss parenting anxious children and how we can disrupt patterns of anxiety and harm.  Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com   EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram ..read more

In this episode, Dr. Metzger interviews a very special guest: Dr. Christina Alicia Campbell! Christina Campbell is an Associate Professor, Entrepreneur, and author of the ABC’s of Negotiating! We are here today to talk to her about her journey on the other side of academia and how she has managed to maintain success (and a high salary) while carving out the life of her dreams! Send questions or reach us at: theempowerlab@gmail.com   EMPOWER Twitter | Dr. Isha Metzger Twitter | EMPOWER Instagram   Connect with Dr. Christina Alicia Campbell:  Website: https://www.academe180.c ..read more

Join us on this special episode as our very own Dr. Isha Metzger joins Eugenia Buie and Jacqueline Stevens, hosts of the White Table Talk, as they discuss trauma exposure, triggers, and forms of treatment to address trauma.  Eugenia Buie | Jacqueline Stevens | EMPOWER Lab Twitter & Instagram | Dr. Isha Metzger ..read more