Psychologist Dr. Alexis Moreno brings her expertise to provide smart mental health education & practical tips to improve your life. Interviewing diverse health & community experts, you get a holistic perspective on everything from love & connection to hardships & grieving. Whatever challenge you’re facing, we’re here to help you get through it.
Dr. Alexis interviews Phillip Bazemore, Judge Carlos Moore, and Charles Tucker, authors of The Five Brothers, all about the benefits of creating and maintaining meaningful adult friendships. More so, they dive into how to break through toxic masculinity and the stereotypes that hold back men’s ability to express and receive love.
Read MoreMoreno siblings assemble!! Dr. Alexis Moreno and Lalo Moreno, MA, Professor of Queer Leadership Development & Co-Founder of Expanding Identities Development, get together to talk all about gender and sexual orientations. Listen in as the Moreno siblings review every LGBTQ letter, best practices, and how to navigate today's evolving social norms.
Read MoreThe number of veterans experiencing homelessness has decreased by nearly 50% since 2010! Yet, we still have 37,800 veterans in need according to the most recent report released by the Department of Housing and Urban Development in 2018. Latisha Austin, an Army National Guard veteran and singer-songwriter, shares her experiences as a veteran struggling to re-establish herself in her community.
Read MoreDr. Alexis reminds us to connect and support our local non-profits this holiday season! Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington’s (BGCGW) serve as safe havens for their members. The clubs are open when schools are not, and provide a safe, comfortable, and fun alternative to youth who would otherwise be home alone or on the street.
Read MoreEating disorders can affect anybody. Around 30 million people in the United States have an eating disorder with anorexia being associated with one of the highest mortality rates of psychiatric disorders. Several celebrities including Demi Lovato, Paula Abdul, Russell Brand, Lady Gaga, Alanis Morissette, Princess Diana, Elton John, & Jane Fonda, have used their platform to let others with eating disorders know they’re not alone and to encourage them to seek help.
Read MoreYou have questions about Men’s Wellness – Dr. Alexis and Dr. Sean share answers along with practical tips and resources to help you and your loved ones navigate Men’s Health.
Read MoreDr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert Dr. LaNysha Adams, principal consultant, continue their chat about practical steps to overcome unemployment, underemployment and social barriers to help you live your best life!
Read MoreDr. Alexis partners up with Natasha Colin, co-founder of Expanding Identities Development to help us chat about PRIDE!
Listen in to some Capital Pride Concert attendees and find out which performer everyone was thrilled to see. Also get access to a very special backstage 1 on 1 interview with Shea Diamond as she shares the message she wants to instill in our youth, tips for mental health professionals on how to support the trans community, & how she manages her role as an activist & performer.
Read MoreIn this special episode, psychologist Dr. Alexis Moreno interviews actors, film makers, authors, entrepreneurs and athletes who have dedicated their platforms to raise awareness about mental health. Dr. Alexis and celebrity interviewees discuss their personal motivators to erase the stigma of mental health and proactively engage in providing mental health outreach in their industries. Dr. Alexis interviews Bill Duke, William Michael Barbee, Donald Penn, Kathy Ireland, and Alex Boye on the red carpet of the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, California. Listen in to hear their diverse stories and words of wisdom!
Read MoreThere are 6 million men are suffering from depression each year, 19.1 million have an anxiety disorder, 2.3 million are affected by bipolar disorder, 3.5 million are diagnosed with schizophrenia and an estimated 10% of patients with anorexia or bulimia are male according to Mental Health America. And guess what, these numbers are actually expected to be on the low end of reality because men are less likely to seek professional help. Dr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert, Dr. Sean Walsh, combine their years of psychological study, research, and treatment to explain male gender identity, “toxic masculinity,” and men’s mental health.
Read MoreThere are 6 million men are suffering from depression each year, 19.1 million have an anxiety disorder, 2.3 million are affected by bipolar disorder, 3.5 million are diagnosed with schizophrenia and an estimated 10% of patients with anorexia or bulimia are male according to Mental Health America. And guess what, these numbers are actually expected to be on the low end of reality because men are less likely to seek professional help. Dr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert, Dr. Sean Walsh, combine their years of psychological study, research, and treatment to explain male gender identity, “toxic masculinity,” and men’s mental health.
Read MoreDr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert Dr. LaNysha Adams, principal consultant, discuss the psychological and anthropological significance of our work lives and the various phases of our career development. Dr. Alexis and Dr. LaNysha also share practical steps to overcome unemployment, underemployment and social barriers to help you live your best life!
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