Dr. Brook Choulet, M.D., The Performance Psychiatrist™, is the founder and CEO of the Choulet Performance Psychiatry®, and President of the American Board of Sports and Performance Psychiatry, of which she is one of the seven founding members. With a focus on concierge Performance Psychiatry®, Dr. Choulet guides professionals, athletes, and their families towards unparalleled mental health and performance optimization by offering bespoke mental health care services for both adolescent and adult patients. She holds a Certificate of Additional Training in Sports Psychiatry from the International Society for Sports Psychiatry (ISSP) and is a preferred provider on the NBPA, NFLPA and MLBPA’s Mental Health Directories. Dr. Choulet's expertise has been pivotal in shaping mental resilience in sports at its highest level, and she worked for two seasons as a Consulting Team Psychiatrist for the NBA Phoenix Suns and WNBA Phoenix Mercury. Dr. Choulet is a regular contributor to Forbes SportsMoney and is a Forbes Health Advisory Board member who reviews and consults on Forbes Health articles. She also contributes her expertise to the American Psychiatric Association’s publications and Psychology Today’s Sports & Performance Psychiatry column. She also provides expert advice each month to local Arizona publications, including Paradise Valley City Lifestyle Magazine, Stroll Biltmore, Stroll Desert Mountain, and Stroll Paradise Valley, as part of her commitment to cultivating the mental health and well-being of her local community.

Host:

Dr. Mena Mirhom completed his adult psychiatry residency in BronxCare Hospital, followed by a Public Psychiatry Fellowship at Columbia University Medical Center. He is currently the Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services at Clara Maass Medical Center, part of the Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health system. Dr. Mirhom also serves as the Chief Wellbeing Officer for Athletes For Hope, a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting athletes with community service initiatives. Additionally, he is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University and a consultant for the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), where he supports the mental health needs of NBA players and staff.

Editor:

Daniel E. Carvallo-Ruiz, MD

Created by the American Association for Community Psychiatry (AACP).

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Episode Description:

Dr. Kim Gordon-Achebe and Dr. Rob Gadomski discuss challenges faced by women of color. The discussion highlights the social determinants of health, resilience, and the inequities in professional settings that contribute to burnout among women of color. Dr. Gordon-Achebe outlines her current work as a health equity coach, emphasizing her healing-centered approach to overcoming burnout and fostering empowerment.

Time Stamps:

00:10 Introductions

06:16 Impact of Social Determinants of Health on Women of Color

09:03 The Concept of Resilience

16:31 Burnout and Emotional Exhaustion

27:41 Advice for Future Community Psychiatrists

30:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Guest:

Dr. Kimberly Gordon-Achebe is a visionary leader, acclaimed community psychiatrist, and passionate advocate for health equity and social justice. As a double board-certified psychiatrist, specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry and CEO and Founder of BHETC (Bringing Health Equity Training and Consulting) to Communities of Color, she serves as a health equity consultant for community mental health and behavioral health organizations, and mindset coach, empowering Black, Indigenous, and Women of Color (BIWOC) leaders to redefine success and create healthier, more fulfilling lives. Her pioneering work has earned her prestigious awards and recognition, including the Jeanne Spurlock, M.D. Minority Fellowship Achievement Award, Distinguished Fellow designation from the American Psychiatric Association, and the Women’s Wellness through Equity and Leadership (WEL) Award. Through her dynamic leadership roles, transformative e-learning programs, engaging workshops, and personalized coaching, Dr. Gordon-Achebe equips BIWOC leaders with the tools and strategies to break free from societal barriers, overcome burnout and impostor syndrome, and unleash their full potential. Her extensive research and publications on the impact of discrimination on health disparities have significantly contributed to the discourse on mental health equity, shaping policies and practices in the field. With her unparalleled expertise, visionary leadership, and unwavering commitment to empowerment, Dr. Kimberly Gordon-Achebe serves as an inspirational guide and mentor for BIWOC leaders seeking to redefine success, dismantle systemic barriers, and live with true freedom and abundance. Her transformative approach combines cutting-edge psychological insights, cultural competence, and a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by BIWOC leaders, making her a sought-after expert in the field of mental health equity and leadership development. Learn more at https://drkimanswers.org/.

Host:

Rob Gadomski, DO is the Deputy Medical Director of Psychiatric Services at Project Renewal, Inc and a graduate of the Columbia Public Psychiatry Fellowship in June 2022. He works primarily with homeless and marginalized individuals in the New York City area. He went to the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine for medical school and completed his psychiatry residency training at Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia before moving to NYC, where he gathered an interest in working with homeless populations and individuals interacting with the criminal legal system.

Editor:

Chelsea Mathews is a third-year medical student.

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Motivational Speaker Frederick Shegog and Dr. Jessica Isom discuss transformative rapport building using the liberation health model. They delve into the importance of trust, mutual respect, and a holistic approach to treating mental health, emphasizing social justice and culturally sensitive care. Frederick shares his personal journey with mental health and his experiences with systemic inequities.

Time Stamps:

00:10 Introductions

00:53 Understanding Transformative Rapport Building

10:19 Building Strong Rapport in Mental Health Treatment

23:17 Effective Communication and Shared Decision-Making

32:29 Current Work and Closing Remarks

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Guest:

Frederick Shegog is a man who knows all too well about the struggles of this world. In his early twenties, he watched his future dreams fade away as substance use disorder and mental illness took over his life. The next decade of his life would be a rough one, but not only would he come out better from it- he would devote his life to helping others overcome as well. Frederick’s journey included dumpster diving, panhandling, and battling alcohol abuse while experiencing homelessness. Today, Frederick Shegog has emerged as a successful college graduate and an inspiring public speaker dedicated to sharing his transformational journey to ignite change for marginalized populations. https://www.freddyshegog.com/

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A. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederick-shegog-b35944187?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3Byt7l8D6nSu6eEsTe35kRug%3D%3D

B. Twitter: https://twitter.com/freddyshegog?t=oCbSc3or8zLIMru7feFMcA&s=09

C. Instagram: https://instagram.com/themessagellc?igshid=NGExMmI2YTkyZg==

Host:

Jessica Isom MD, MPH, is a board-certified community psychiatrist, who practices clinically in the federally qualified health center Codman Square Health Center in Dorchester, Massachusetts. She is also involved in graduate medical education and health care workforce development in her role as a clinical instructor in the Yale University Department of Psychiatry, which has inspired many invited talks and workshops around social justice and health equity. Additionally, Dr. Isom is a physician-entrepreneur who owns the consulting business Vision for Equity LLC that focuses on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), antiracism, and racial equity.

Editors:

Zoe Wyse is a third-year medical student.

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