Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among 10 to 24-year-olds. Approximately 20% of kids have seriously considered suicide within a one year period here in the US. How do you have a conversation about emotions, mental health, and concerning behaviors with the teens in your life?

We are in what some experts are calling an infodemic – as confirmed cases of coronavirus continue to grow so does misinformation. On today’s show, Dr. Alexis partners up with licensed clinical social worker, Alex Honigman to address our fears and anxieties around coronavirus.

Do you have youth in your life ages 5 - 18? Want to make sure they have healthy adult supervision & keep them busy after school? Well, we have a program for you! We have President & CEO, Gabrielle Webster, an African American executive leading the charge to serve over 20,000 youth in the Greater Washington region on our show during Black History Month & in support of our ongoing mission to support diverse community programs.

The 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.

Dr. 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.

We put Dr. Alexis' psychological know-how to the test in this fast-paced, Random Question: Speed Round! Listen in as Dr. Alexis demonstrates the expansive training, diverse practice, & multifaceted knowledge set Psychologists acquire by the time they have that degree in hand. A few of the questions asked and answered include: Sex in relationships, sleep hygiene, dealing with stress, “open relationships,” falling in love, & resources to confirm a diagnosis for severe mental illness.

If you’re between the ages of 55 -73 or you know someone who is, this show will apply to you! We’re talking about the Baby Boomer generation - one of the largest generations in American history and possibly one of the most important right now when it comes to senior living.

Dr. 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.

In 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!

Dr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, Phillip A Reynold, expand their conversation about Engagement & Marriage and emphasize practical steps to promote healthy intimate relationships in your life.

US marriage rate has declined (8 percentage points since 1990) and divorce rates among older Americans have increased! Dr. Alexis Moreno and guest expert, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, Phillip A Reynold, explore these sociocultural changes, share research outcomes, and evidence-based approaches to promote healthy intimate relationships in your life.