Like-Minded with Dr. Patrice
Welcome to Like-Minded with Dr. Patrice, a podcast unpacking today’s pop culture from the POV of a licensed modern mental health professional.
Featured in The Cut, Women’s Health, and Wall Street Journal, Dr. Patrice Le Goy is a media-savvy international psychologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, and former entertainment executive. In each episode, hear her conversations with celebrities, reality stars, academics, and clinical experts as they unpack the intersection of mental health, pop culture, and our day-to-day lives.
Ever wonder how reality stars deal with mental health after getting the villain edit? Are you curious about what TV & film gets right and wrong when depicting mental illness? Do you ever wonder how colorism impacts the beauty industry? In your own life, are you looking for ways to spot workplace microaggressions or confront generational trauma? This is the podcast for you.
Join us as we approach familiar topics with a new lens, centered around mental well-being. Like-Minded with Dr. Patrice is available now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.
Episodes
24 episodes
The Last Mile: Reflections of a Pageant Queen with Miss USAUntitled Episode
Often we push ourselves to our limits to achieve personal or professional milestones that we believe will signal success. With our eyes on the prize, we may fail to realize situations where our self-worth actually outweighs the shining accompli...
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45:24
Destigmatizing Divorce with Valerie Kaplan
This week, we’re joined by Valerie Kaplan, Founder and CEO of Coven, a new digital community for women navigating the emotional journey of divorce. Valerie is on a mission to reshape how we think about separation, removing the shame and buildin...
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46:05
Your Neighborhood Psychologist: Dr. Shareefah Al’Uqdah
Although Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is behind us, the conversation is far from over. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Shareefah Al’Uqdah, licensed psychologist, Howard University professor, and founder of Your Neighborhoo...
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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47:33
Girl Boss Redefined: Chasing Purpose with Dominique Fluker
Girl bosses are here to stay—they’re just leveling up with emotional harmony. In this episode, Dr. Patrice is joined by Dominique Fluker, lifestyle on-air expert, multi-media journalist, moderator, and interior design storyteller. Togeth...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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44:45
Breaking Down Menopause with Dr. Maria Uloko, MD
This episode dives deep into the truth about menopause, medical gaslighting, and the urgent need to reclaim agency in women’s healthcare. With personal insights and professional expertise, Dr. Maria Uloko unpacks how society — and even our heal...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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55:51
Everything Becomes Content with Patrick Zeinali
In this episode, Dr. Patrice sits down with YouTuber and cookbook author Patrick to talk about the highs, lows, and emotional toll of life as a digital creator. Patrick opens up about losing his father earlier this year, how that grief s...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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48:24
Viral, But Grounded: ReesaTeesa on Truth, TikTok, and Choosing Stability
Tareasa “ReesaTeesa” Johnson captured the internet’s attention with her gripping multi-part TikTok saga, Who TF Did I Marry? — a jaw-dropping recount of deception, heartbreak, and ultimately, self-discovery. But beyond the viral fame is a woman...
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Episode 18
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45:57
Half-Time Adjustments: Role Reverses in Family Dynamics with Pro Athlete, Aerial Powers
What do you do when the strongest person in your life suddenly needs your strength? On this week’s episode of Like-Minded, Dr. Patrice sits down with pro basketball player, WNBA Champion and entrepreneur Aerial Powers for a deeply personal conv...
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Episode 17
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50:38
Beauty Is a Feeling: Redefining Power, Color & Voice in the Beauty Industry - with Sir John, Beauty & lifestyle expert, renowned makeup artist, and Creative Director
What does it mean to feel beautiful in an industry that has long prioritized how we look? On this week’s episode, Dr. Patice is joined by beauty & lifestyle expert, world-renowned celebrity makeup artist and Creative Director Sir John to un...
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Episode 16
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1:05:41
The Price of Exclusion: Disability, Power, and Survival in America - with Kelsey Lindell, Disability Inclusion Advisor and Founder & CEO of Misfit Media
What happens when your identity is politicized—and your rights are on the chopping block? This week, Dr. Patrice sits down with Kelsey Lindell, suicide survivor, disability inclusion advisor, and Founder & CEO of Misfit Media, to talk about...
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Episode 15
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56:28
Making Space in the Mirror - with Crystal Sai Dahe, Global Beauty Executive, The Estee Lauder Companies Inc.
Join us as we go beyond the surface of beauty. On this week’s episode, Dr. Patrice is joined by Crystal Sai, a global beauty executive, to explore what it really means to build inclusive beauty, representation, and why making space isn't just a...
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Episode 14
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51:44
Intergenerational Trauma and Healing - with Dr. Yanira Hernandez, EdD, LCSW, PPSC.
Intergenerational trauma, especially for communities of color, can leave lasting and deep impacts. On this week’s episode, Dr. Patrice speaks with Dr. Yanira Hernandez - therapist, educator, and speaker - on how to recognize these wounds and id...
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Episode 13
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52:06
Reality Check - Mental Health and Reality TV - with Ineye Komonibo
From onscreen arguments to offscreen filming conditions, how does the drama of reality TV - both in front of and behind the camera - affect mental health? On this week’s episode, Dr. Patrice is joined by writer and editor Ineye Komonibo to d...
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Episode 12
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48:29
Mental Health in Times of Disaster - with Dr. Sylvie Taylor
When disaster strikes and the worst-case scenario happens, how do we process and move forward? On this week’s episode, Dr. Patrice is joined by disaster mental health expert Dr. Sylvie Taylor to unpack how our brains react to crisis, discuss wh...
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Episode 11
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50:54
Caring for Mental Health within the Workspace - with Malika Begin
With many people spending significant time at work, it’s no surprise that the workplace can have an effect on one’s mental health. This week, Dr. Patrice chats with Malika Begin - Founder and CEO of Begin Development - about pressures and divid...
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Episode 10
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54:32
Mental Health for Young Women and Girls - with Dawn L. Brown
Young women face a variety of challenges - and it’s safe to say that many of these obstacles can impact their mental health. On this week’s episode, Dr. Patrice is joined by Dawn L. Brown - CEO of EmpowHer Institute - to discuss what these chal...
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Episode 9
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57:36
Inclusion and Belonging in Work Culture - with Bianca Reed
Work can already impact people’s mental health - but how does it impact one’s mental health when the workplace is not an inclusive space? Join in as Dr. Patrice speaks with Bianca Reed, Founder and Principal Consultant of Convey Culture, about ...
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Episode 8
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47:11
Child Sexual Abuse Survivors and Perinatal Mental Health - with Ebony Williams
Please note that this episode contains sensitive topics.Pregnancy, post-partum, and parenting can be extremely impactful to mental health, and for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, there can be additional challenges that ...
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Episode 7
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51:29
Mental Health On-Screen and Off-Screen - with Jose Alejandro Bastidas
You may have noticed how mental health has been making a bigger appearance both on TV and in conversations behind the scenes. But how do these on-screen portrayals impact real life? What structures are in place to make sure that mental health i...
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Episode 6
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54:21
Mental Health for Black Women in the Corporate World - with Bree Frank
Navigating a corporate career can have its mental health impacts, but especially for Black women. How can BIPOC professionals strive to rise the ranks while protecting their mental wellbeing? Listen as Dr. Patrice converses with Bree Frank - Se...
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Episode 5
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56:06
Mental Health for Child Performers and Athletes - with Dr. Patricia H. A. Perez
Mental health is a major topic in the media, and more and more people (including celebrities and top-performing athletes) are willing to share that they are struggling. We also know that many of these issues began when we were young and could h...
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52:39
Stigma towards Mental Health help-seeking in BIPOC Communities/Therapy Deserts - with Sierra Smith
There are several barriers that communities of color can face in seeking out mental health resources - there may be stigma towards people who receive counseling services and there may also be a lack of low and no-cost services provided by thera...
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Episode 3
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1:01:11
Workplace Microaggressions and How to Deal with Them - with Tony Franklin
How do you unpack and address microaggressions - especially when you’re at work? For people of color, experiencing microaggressions on the job can impact not only their mental health, but job performance and satisfaction. Join Dr. Patrice as sh...
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Episode 2
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38:39
The Mental Health Impacts of Colorism with Dr. Ronald E. Hall
Colorism is an issue that not only has the potential to impact the mental health of people of color, but in many cases there is potential for physical health to be impacted as well. It is an issue we see in current events, such as the language ...
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Episode 1
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44:45