Faitherapy Podcast

Transformative Healing Journey w/ Dr. Jamellah Johnson | Faitherapy Podcast S3E8

In this episode, Dr. Jamellah Johnson shares her transformative journey through mental, physical, and emotional healing while navigating the loss of her son and father. She discusses the importance of community, faith, and personal ownership in working through grief and finding peace. Dr. Johnson emphasizes the power of intentional living and the role of faith in overcoming life's challenges.Stay connected to the Faitherapy Movement and join our newsletter: www.myfaitherapy.com/connectJoin our Exclusive BEE Well Membership: www.myfaitherapy.com/membership About Our Guest: Jamellah Johnson, Ph.D., is a PK–16 educational thought leader with nearly three decades of experience advocating for equitable outcomes for all students and strengthening teacher efficacy across rural, suburban, urban, and virtual learning environments. Driven by a passion for leading, teaching, learning, and data-informed decision-making, Dr. Johnson empowers educators and educational leaders through coaching, professional development, and insightful analysis of both quantitative and qualitative data. Her academic, scholarly research interests include transformative leadership, remote leadership, grief in the workplace, cultural competency, social-emotional learning, organizational change, and post-traumatic growth syndrome. Throughout her career, Dr. Johnson has served others in various leadership and instructional roles, including educational consultant, higher education people leader, principal, assistant principal, lead teacher, instructional coach, corporate trainer, and competency restoration trainer. She is a certified trainer in both Differentiated Instruction and Classroom Management. She is also a coach specializing in leadership development and personal or professional growth. Notable accomplishments from her career include being a National Institute of School Leadership Executive Development Alum, an Outstanding Metro Area Teacher, securing funding for schoolwide improvement initiatives, increasing teacher retention, transforming school culture, and improving academic achievement.Dr. Johnson earned her Ph.D. and Ed.S. degrees from the University of Southern Mississippi and her M.Ed. and B.S.E. degrees from Delta State University. She lives in Mississippi, with her husband and is the proud mother of three children and one fur baby. She is a CrossFit athlete, forensic science enthusiast, fashionista, foodie, book lover, nature lover, traveler, serial optimist, and relentless problem solver.

Surrendering Thoughts for Mental Health w/ Brianna Friedman

In this Faitherapy Podcast conversation, Brianna Friedman discusses the importance of surrendering thoughts to God for mental health. She emphasizes that negative thoughts will always be present, but by testing them against scripture and what God says, one can achieve a healthier mindset. The discussion highlights the need for faith and obedience in managing mental health challenges. Stay connected to the Faitherapy Movement and join our newsletter: www.myfaitherapy.com/connectJoin our Exclusive BEE Well Membership: www.myfaitherapy.com/membership About Our Guest: Brianna Friedman is a faith-based content creator, speaker, and founder of The Good & Faithful Sisterhood — a virtual women’s community devoted to spiritual growth, discipleship, and healing. Through her storytelling, devotionals, and retreats, she helps women build deeper relationships with God and live from a place of peace and purpose. Her work blends faith, authenticity, and everyday life, encouraging thousands to pursue wholeness in their walks with Jesus.

Finding Peace in the Chaos with CEO J. Renee

In this episode of the Faitherapy Podcast, J. Renee opens up about her journey of navigating faith and mental health in the wake of deep loss and grief. She reflects on the role of therapy in her healing, the balance between entrepreneurship and ministry, and the power of intentional self-care and supportive relationships. J. Renee challenges the stigma around mental health in faith spaces and offers hope that peace is possible—even in seasons of chaos.Stay connected to the Faitherapy Movement and join our newsletter: www.myfaitherapy.com/connectJoin our Exclusive BEE Well Membership: www.myfaitherapy.com/membership

Grace in the Grief with Media Powerhouse Sierra Rainge | Faitherapy Podcast S3E5

In this heartfelt episode of the Faitherapy Podcast, Sierra Rainge shares her transformative journey from pain to purpose. As an award-winning media strategist and CEO, Sierra opens up about her personal battles with grief, mental health, and the duality of grace and struggle. Discover how therapy and faith intersect to provide healing and empowerment, and learn how Sierra's story inspires others to embrace their own paths to recovery and growth. Tune in for an uplifting conversation that highlights the power of vulnerability and resilience.Stay connected to the Faitherapy Movement and join our newsletter: www.myfaitherapy.com/connectJoin our Exclusive BEE Well Membership: www.myfaitherapy.com/membership

The Dangers of Emotional Suppression | S3E4

Can faith and feelings coexist? In this powerful episode, Marilyn Shaw dives into the often-overlooked reality of emotional suppression—especially in faith spaces. She unpacks how ignoring our emotions can silently impact our mental, emotional, and even physical health.Marilyn shares why naming what we feel is a sacred first step toward healing and how therapy can offer a grace-filled space to do just that. You’ll discover how your emotions aren’t enemies—they’re messengers, guiding you to what’s really going on beneath the surface.This episode invites you to embrace both your faith and your full emotional experience, reminding us that emotional honesty and spiritual depth were never meant to be at odds.