What About Your Friends?

Have you heard of the “Chaos Addiction?” The craving for chaos is toxic and requires us to dig deep into the patterns in our lives that disrupt our peace. Join Dr. D in this journey of calling out the toxicity.

Sonya Massey. A Black Single Mom in America Murdered by Sangamon County Police in IL on July 6, 2026. In this episode, Dr. D discusses the mental health struggles of Black single moms in America and the need for transparency in order to receive the support needed to endure their unspoken struggles. If you are a single mom in need of mental health support, please click on the links below to find a licensed therapist in your area. https://providers.therapyforblackgirls.com/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Connect with Dr. D https://therealdrleslie.com/

Do you struggle with feeling like an imposter? If so, you might also suffer from symptoms of anxiety or depression. Imposter Syndrome impacts approximately 75% of women at some point, so know that you are not alone. This episode highlights some key elements to Imposter Syndrome as well at Dr. D’s personal struggles with feeling like an imposter as a single mom. Connect with Dr. D https://therealdrleslie.com/

Are you struggling to maintain healthy friendships? You’re not alone. In this epidemic of loneliness in America, our friendships can be lifesaving, but the key is to be intentional about maintaining connection. Are you in need of connection? Bring your friend to Dr. D’s first friendship retreat, A Cup of Tea with My Bestie. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-cup-of-tea-with-my-bestie-tickets-881166922987?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Connect with Dr. D on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Are you afraid to tell your loved ones how you really feel? Don’t allow your truth to get in the way of connection. In this episode Dr. D shares some insight to the Epidemic of Loneliness and its impact on single moms. Connect with Dr. D on Cadre, a mental wellness app that fosters community. https://joincadre.com/drleslie If you’re searching for a Black Therapist, check out Therapy for Black Girls. https://providers.therapyforblackgirls.com/

This episode shares reflections on the experience of being raised by a Black single mom in America.   My guest, Nekisha Ladd, is a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Air Force Reserves and Vice President of Hearts in Faith, NFP. She is also a wife, mother, daughter, sister, cousin, and friend.  Something you should know about her is that Nekisha enjoys motivating and inspiring others to achieve their goals.  Discover your attachment style https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/ Connect with Dr. D https://ldcoachingandconsulting.com/ https://leslie-davis411.clientsecure.me/ Connect with Single Moms like you at Hearts in Faith NFP https://heartsinfaith.org/

This is the final episode of She Matters. I hope you’ve enjoyed this special series about attachment styles relative to the Black single mom experience.  In this episode I discuss using therapy as a safe space to build secure attachment.  https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/ Directory of Black Therapists https://therapyforblackgirls.com/ Financial assistance for therapy https://thelovelandfoundation.org/ Suicide Prevention https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Domestic Violence Resource https://ncadv.org/ Are you ready to connect with other single moms? https://heartsinfaith.org/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists https://www.betterhelp.com/ Are you ready for therapy or relationship coaching with me? https://leslie-davis411.clientsecure.me/ Follow me on Instagram @leslie.d.lcpc

In this episode I will share a part of my journey as a Black single mom in America as well as the importance of community and identity in being a Strong Black Woman. https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/ Directory of Black Therapists https://therapyforblackgirls.com/ Financial assistance for therapy https://thelovelandfoundation.org/ Suicide Prevention https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Domestic Violence Resource https://ncadv.org/ Are you ready to connect with other single moms? https://heartsinfaith.org/ Are you ready for therapy or relationship coaching? https://leslie-davis411.clientsecure.me/ Follow me on Instagram @leslie.d.lcpc

In this episode I share tips with you about effective communication based on your anxious or avoidant attachment style.  I also discuss the importance of effective communication with your child's father.  https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/ Directory of Black Therapists https://therapyforblackgirls.com/ Financial assistance for therapy https://thelovelandfoundation.org/ Suicide Prevention https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Domestic Violence Resource https://ncadv.org/ Are you ready to connect with other single moms? https://heartsinfaith.org/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists https://www.betterhelp.com/ Are you ready for therapy or relationship coaching with me? https://leslie-davis411.clientsecure.me/ Follow me on Instagram @leslie.d.lcpc

In this episode I describe three types of boundaries (emotional, physical, and time) and leave you with three steps to establishing healthy boundaries with your partner.  https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/ Directory of Black Therapists https://therapyforblackgirls.com/ Financial assistance for therapy https://thelovelandfoundation.org/ Suicide Prevention https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Domestic Violence Resource https://ncadv.org/ Are you ready to connect with other single moms? https://heartsinfaith.org/ Are you ready for therapy or relationship coaching? https://leslie-davis411.clientsecure.me/ Follow me on Instagram @leslie.d.lcpc