The Clinical Cookout

Join The Aunties as we discuss all things menopause.

Anxiety around losing long-term friends.

Do you have a teen or pre-teen? Are you struggling with helping them regulate their emotions? Join The Aunties as we discuss this developmental stage and strategies to help! Provide your input if you have your own strategies to share. Don't forget to check out our other content on Facebook, Insta, Tik Tok, and Twitter/X.

Parenting can be exhausting already, but parenting on your own with little support can be even more exhausting. Join The Aunties as we discuss factors that contribute to single parent exhaustion. Don't forget to check out our other content in Insta, Facebook, TikTok and Twitter/X.

Attachment styles and how they impact relationships.

The effect of the political climate on mental health.

Hot Sauce: Gatekeeping Black Culture Main Dish: Differences Within the Black Culture Check out our other content from this week on Facebook, Tik Tok, or Insta.

Special guest and OBGYN, Dr. Emmary Butler, joins The Aunties to discuss racial bias in the medical and mental health fields. Don't forget to check out our other content on Facebook, Twitter/X, Tik Tok, and Insta. Preorder The Clinical Cookout Conversation Cards at https://theclinicalcookout.org/merchandise Register for the in-person Cleveland Clinical Cookout at https://theclinicalcookout.org/events-page or donate to the cause at https://theclinicalcookout.org/donations

For the hot sauce, The Aunties share their thoughts on using the term "crazy" to describe people. For the main dish, The Aunties discuss the schizophrenia spectrum -- what it means, how it is different from other clinical diagnoses, and how to help those who have been diagnosed. Don't forget to check out our other content this week on Facebook, Insta, Twitter/X, and Tik Tok.

The Aunties invite a special guest to discuss how caring for someone with dementia or other severe mental illness can affect the caregivers, whether it is a family member or a provider. Share this episode with anyone who you think may benefit! Don't forget to check out our other content this week on Facebook, Insta, Twitter/X, or Tik Tok.

April is the Month of the Military Child! The Aunties hopped on to discuss how we navigate family life in the military, specifically relocating and mental health. Check it out and share !

ADHD, narcissism, trauma, bipolar, borderline, antisocial, gaslighting, trigger, OCD....all terms that are misused, overused, or weaponized in society. Not only did The Aunties discuss our frustrations with how clinical terms are often taken out of context, we also provided some education on what these terms actually mean. Don't forget to check out our other content this week on Facebook, Insta, Twitter/X, and Tik Tok!

What do we do when our kids' emotions take over? Do we punish them or support them? Do we challenge them or teach them? Join The Aunties as we delve into this much needed topic.

Who or what is responsible for the death of relationships? Is it you or is it them? What are you willing to deal with? Join The Aunties as we answer these questions through engaging and transparent conversation. Don't forget to check out our other content on FB, Insta, Tik Tok, and Twitter this week!

Join the Aunties for a special Black History Month episode as we address how Black people have been portrayed in the media over the years. Don't forget to check out our other content from this week on Facebook, Insta, and Twitter.

Valentine's Day Episode.

Join the Aunties as we discuss barriers to accessing mental healthcare.

Self-esteem is how we perceive ourselves at any given moment. It can change based on your mood, achievements, and experiences. Join The Aunties and our special guest, Ashley Green, as we share our stories related to self-esteem and self-love. Don't forget to check out our other content this week on Insta, Twitter, and Facebook!

Ego is a person's sense of self-esteem or self-importance. Our egos influence how we think about ourselves and how we interact with the world. Join the Aunties as we dive into a deeper conversation on how ego affects mental health.

Socioeconomic status, aka SES, can have a significant impact on your mental health. Join The Aunties as we delve deeper into the effects that SES can have on mental health and development. Don't forget to check out our other content on Insta, Facebook, Twitter, and Tik Tok this week!

Narcissism, antisocial, borderline...are all terms that are tossed around when describing people's behaviors. But do people even know what they really mean? Join The Aunties as we discuss all of the Cluster B personality disorders! Don't forget to check out our other content on this topic on Facebook, Insta, or Tik Tok!

Join us for a flashback episode for Domestic Violence Awareness month!

The Aunties bring a very special episode this week! Finding Yo' Boo featuring four amazing Black men. Tune in to get the women's and men's perspectives on finding a boo...It doesn't matter whether you are still looking or have found "the one". This conversation is for everyone! Don't forget to check out our other content from this week on all social media platforms.

Authentic Self. What does that mean? Come chill and chat with The Aunties as we discuss authenticity really is and how it can impact your mental health. Don't forget to check our other content this week on all social media platforms!

Join the Aunties as we talk all things Intimacy! Don't forget to check social media for our other content from this week.

This week at TCC The Aunties are discussing a very important, yet difficult and emotionally charged* theme… Racial trauma. What is it? How does it happen? How does it affect us? Why does it happen? Please join us tonight as we talk about it all

In honor of Women's Equality Day, The Aunties get together to discuss the history and the future of women's rights and women's equality. Don't forget to check out our other content for this week on Facebook, Insta, and Twitter!

Friends. How do we make them? How do we keep them? How do we handle conflict?...and how do we cut them off when needed? Join The Aunties as we discuss all of these things on this episode of The Clinical Cookout. Don't forget to check out our other content for this week on Facebook, Insta, and Twitter!

Cheers to Booby Juice!! The Aunties celebrate Breastfeeding Awareness this week with an engaging discussion on the benefits of breastfeeding and some of the factors that influence a woman's decision to breastfeed. Don't forget to check out our other content from this week on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and Insta @ The Clinical Cookout.

Season 3 Premiere!! Y'all already know how The Aunties are coming with the mental health education and awareness this season. But for those who haven't met us just yet, tap in the learn why we entered the mental health field and our mission for this podcast. Of course, we spice it up with a little hot sauce for each meal that we serve! Join us on August 9th for our live premiere, where you will have a chance to interact with us personally and maybe even earn a gift card or two.

Woohoo!!! It's our season finale for the second season of The Clinical Cookout! Join the Aunties as we celebrate Pride with two special guests :) Don't forget to check our socials for all the other content from this week.

Happy Juneteenth, y'all! As we celebrate how far we come, The Aunties are coming with the history and education today on the systemic and community level issues that continue to impact our community. Don't forget to check out our other content for this week on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and Insta.

Everybody experiences anxiety at some point in their lives, but at what point is it considered clinical? Join the Aunties as we discuss the different anxiety-related disorders, symptoms, & treatment options. For more information, check out the Anxiety and Depression Association of America at https://adaa.org/ or the National Association on Mental Illness on https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Mental-Health-Conditions/Anxiety-Disorders.

Who doesn't love a good conversation about relationships?! Join The Aunties as we talk all thing relationships, including communication, infidelity, and toxicity! Check out our other content from this week on Facebook, Insta, and Twitter.

Join The Aunties for our 2-part Teacher's Appreciation series as we invited a few teachers to discuss their experiences working minority children in different settings.In Part 1, our guests, Jarod and Ashley discussed their experiences working with minority children in public school settings. In Part 2, our guest, Candace, discusses her experience working with minority children in a private school setting.

Join The Aunties for our 2-part Teacher's Appreciation series as we invited a few teachers to discuss their experiences working minority children in different settings. In Part 1, our guests, Jarod and Ashley discuss their experiences working with minority children in public school settings. In Part 2, our guest, Candace, discusses her experience working with minority children in a private school setting. Come back and check out Part Two this Friday 5/19/23!

The Aunties love the kidz! Join us as we celebrate children's mental health awareness with a spicy hot sauce discussion on gender roles and a tasty main dish on children's mental health. Don't forget to check out our other content this week on Facebook, Twitter, Tik Tok, and Insta.

We've all heard the saying "black people don't do that". In this episode, The Aunties dive into a conversation on misconceptions about what black people "don't" do when it comes to mental health. Don't forget to check out our other content from this week's theme "Black People Don't..." on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and Insta.

Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and stress are few of the many experiences that Black women have when it comes to their natural hair. Some were taught to embrace their natural hair from the start, and others were conditioned to believe that straight, permed hair is clean & professional. Join The Aunties as we discuss the versatility of Black hair, our experiences with our natural hair, and our journeys to self-love.

Happy Autism Awareness Month! There are many misconceptions and myths about autism, so The Aunties brought in a special guest, Brandi Freeman-Potter to bring her expertise. She is a Licensed Behavioral Analyst near Dallas, Texas and owns an Early Intervention ABA Therapy Practice. Join us as we discuss the ins and outs of an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis!

The Aunties are diving into TWO controversial topics tonight! The hot sauce: bonnets in public and the main dish: mom guilt. We want to provide a space space for mothers to see that they are not alone. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok @theclinicalcookout and Twitter @clinicalcookout for more teasers, trailers and clips

Happy Social Worker Month!! In light of social worker awareness, The Aunties meet at The Clinical Cookout to discuss the nuances of social work. There are so many misconceptions about what social workers actually do and sometimes they get a bad rap. Join us as we clear up some of the myths with our very favorite Licensed Social Worker, Auntie Kesh.

Do you ever feel bad for being one of the few to make it out? Feel guilty because other people didn't make it to where you are now? Join The Aunties as we discuss Survivor's Remorse when it comes to success, trauma, and death. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok @theclinicalcookout and Twitter @clinicalcookout for more teasers, trailers and clips

The Aunties team up in this 3-part series to discuss several aspects of child and adolescent abuse. In Part Three, we discuss several different approaches to trauma treatment. Then, we close with facts, knowledge, and information to take with you. In the previous weeks, we released Part One, where we addressed the topic of sexualizing children (check it out here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/XM2JafGVrxb) and Part Two, where we heard stories directly from individuals who have experienced some form of sexual assault (check it out here:https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/159VGeGVrxb). And don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe on all platforms. If you prefer to listen rather than watch, you can catch us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Audible.

The Aunties team up in this 3-part series to discuss several aspects of child and adolescent abuse. In Part Two, we hear two stories related to childhood sexual abuse. We discuss the impact that the experience had, the responses from family members, and the healing process. Then, we close with facts, knowledge, and information to take with you. In the previous week, we released Part One, where we discussed sexualizing young children (check it out here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/RXOqZRw7exb). In Part Three, we will discuss approaches to treating trauma. Join in on the conversation by leaving comments and questions. And don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe on all platforms. If you prefer to listen rather than watch, you can catch us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Audible.

The Aunties team up in this 3-part series to discuss several aspects of child and adolescent abuse. In Part One, we discuss the sexualization of children, which is often a precursor to sexual abuse or assault. In the first half of the episode, we discuss sexualization of girls. In the second half, we address the topic less talked about, which is sexualization of boys. Then, we close with facts, knowledge, and information to take with you. Over the next two weeks, we will release Parts Two and Three, where we will hear stories directly from victims of childhood sexual abuse and discuss trauma treatment with two professionals in the field. Join in on the conversation by leaving comments and questions. And don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe on all platforms. If you prefer to listen rather than watch, you can catch us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Audible.

Have you ever experienced racism in an academic or education setting? Have you ever wondered if others have also had the same experience? Join The Aunties as we tackle this topic and discuss ways that racism affects individuals of all ages in academia, from preschool through college. Hear the experiences of the Aunties who attended predominantly white institutions (PWIs) versus historically black colleges or universities (HBCUs).

Postpartum Depression...the experience that makes you feel like you're going crazy. But, are you crazy though? Or is there something else going on? Many women experience postpartum depression for various reasons, and some women don't even know the name for it. Join the Aunties as we engage in a lively, engaging discussion on this topic. Feel free to leave comments and share your experiences with either yourself or others who have experienced postpartum depression.

When people hear domestic violence, they often think of physical aggression. However, The Aunties are here to tell you that it is much more than that! Join us as we pop off SEASON TWO with an interactive discussion about the Tory Lanez case and the Chrisean/Blueface situationship. Then, we'll transition into an informative conversation about domestic violence and how it impacts mental health. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content, clips, and trailers.

The Aunties are coming through with a surprise episode in between seasons. Continuing a very important conversation, we invite Auntie Amber's dad, a former police officer and firearms instructor, to bring a different perspective. Enjoy! Join us for Season 2, premiering on January 6, 2023. Catch up on Season 1 here on Spotify or on Youtube at The Clinical Cookout. Follow, like, share, subscribe!

The Clinical Cookout Season 1 Finale is here! The holiday season can be both a joyful and stressful time. It can be a time to let down your hair and enjoy the moment with family and friends. It can also be a time of financial stress, feelings of loss or sadness when loved ones have passed, or anxiety with the idea of being around one or several family members who have hurt you in the past. Join The Aunties as we dig into this topic, share our personal stories, and discuss coping skills for this time of the year. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok @theclinicalcookout and Twitter @clinicalcookout for more teasers, trailers and clips.