Safe Place for Brown Girls is a space where Black and Brown women explore mental health, anxiety, body image, cultural expectations, and emotional healing. Hosted by Kathleen Estime, a psychiatric nurse practitioner, this podcast dives into the unspoken struggles and powerful stories of women navigating life, love, self-worth, and healing. Through honest conversations and expert insights, we create a supportive community for women reclaiming their voice and well-being—one episode at a time.
05
Nov
Ep 023: Dshawn Russell – It’s Never Too Late to Pivot: Redefining Yourself Through Courage, Awareness, and Faith
Life is full of moments that force us to pivot. Getting married, having a baby, starting a new job, or even losing one can completely c...
01
Nov
Ep 022: Paula Richardson – The Gut-Brain Connection: How Healing Your Gut Can Transform Your Mental Health and Energy
Have you been feeling tired, irritable, depressed, or on edge lately? What you’re putting into your body might be playing a bigger role...
31
Oct
Ep 021: Dr. Kathleen Estimé DNP, PMHNP-BC – “I’m Fine” – What Every Working Mom Needs to Hear
Sis, listen to me. Please stop saying, “I’m fine,” every time you’re drowning in motherhood. Between the kids, work, and just regular l...
31
Oct
Ep 020: Dr. Jena L Bell – From Hopelessness to Boss of Your Life
You can have it all—money, career, marriage—and then one day, it’s all gone. That loss often leaves us wondering: How can I recover fro...
31
Oct
Ep 019: Roshni Graydus – Breaking the Silence: Women’s Health & Hormones
Silence around women’s health has been passed down for generations. From menstruation to menopause, women are often told to “just deal ...
25
Sep
Ep 018: Toddre’ DaLaura Monier – Coming Home: Fashion & Identity in East Africa
Returning to your roots can bring unexpected clarity. In this episode, I’m joined by fashion stylist Toddre’ DaLaura Monier, who shares...
22
Sep
Ep 017: Dr. Eva Beaulieu – Prayer, Pretending, and Cultural Adaptation: Rethinking Mental Health in Caribbean Communities
In Caribbean communities, it’s almost unheard of for anyone to seek help with their mental health. You might even wonder if people from...
10
Sep
Ep 016: Brittany Dorn – Breaking Generational Trauma
Have you ever found yourself shutting down and giving someone the silent treatment for days after an argument? And then, when you final...
03
Sep
Ep 015: Dr. Angela Clack – Healing Out Loud: The Support Black Women Actually Need
Why is it so difficult for Black and Brown women to ask for help when struggling with their mental health? How do you begin healing whe...
27
Aug
Ep 014: Rikki McCoy – Realistic Self-Care, Somatic Healing & Thriving Through Transitions
We all want to be a safe place for others—a go-to person, a source of strength. But how can we do that if we're running on empty? The t...
20
Aug
Ep 013: Dr. Kathleen Estimé DNP, PMHNP-BC – Overstimulated Working Moms – Here Are The Three Common Issues I See at My Clinic
I've noticed a clear pattern in my practice: many of my patients—especially overstimulated working moms—are dealing with the same three...
14
Aug
Ep 012: Dr. Kathleen Estimé DNP, PMHNP-BC – Here Is How I Went Back to School After 40
Going back to school over forty can feel like a nightmare. Your negative thoughts creep in, and due to life obligations, you're too tir...