Work & Wellness with Dr. Sharon
by Dr. Sharon Givens
Latest episode
Counselor Wellness Matters with Dr. Carrie Sanders
Counselor Wellness Matters with Dr. Carrie Sanders
About this podcast
Welcome to the “Work & Wellness with Dr. Sharon” podcast, hosted by Dr. Sharon Givens. This podcast provides listeners with expert advice and practical strategies to improve their overall well-being and career satisfaction.
Dr. Sharon Givens is a licensed professional counselor and certified career counselor with 20 years of experience helping individuals overcome personal and professional obstacles.
In each episode, Dr. Sharon provides thoughtful reflection and engaging conversations with experts in the fields of psychology, mental health, and career development. Together they explore a variety of topics, such as managing grief, finding your path, and appreciating your value. Listeners can expect to gain valuable insights and practical strategies to help them improve their lives and careers.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or career satisfaction, this podcast has something for you. Tune in to “Work & Wellness with Dr. Sharon” to start your journey to more satisfying and fulfilling life and work today.
Disclaimer: Dr. Sharon Givens provides advice and information that are not intended to replace professional therapy or counseling. Listeners are encouraged to seek assistance in addressing their mental and physical health needs.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 31 episodes
- Counselor Wellness Matters with Dr. Carrie Sanders · 42 min · Episode 31Dr. Sharon Givens hosts the Work and Wellness podcast episode “Counselor Wellness Matters,” interviewing Dr. Carrie Sanders of Radford University about counselor wellness…
- Navigating Grief - Part 1 - with Susan Whitmore · 54 min · Episode 30Dr. Sharon interviews grief expert Susan Whitmore, who shares how her personal loss led her to found the nonprofit organization griefHaven® and create resources for others. Susan…
- Beyond the Gig: Integrating Entrepreneurship into Sustainable Career Pathways · 40 min · Episode 29In this episode, Dr. Sharon interviews career development researcher Dr. Tristram Hooley about integrating entrepreneurship into sustainable career pathways. They challenge the…
- Your Mental Health Matters: Practical Tools for 2026 · 43 min · Episode 28In this episode host Dr. Sharon Givens, a licensed professional counselor, and Dr. Eric Williams, a respected voice in mental health, explore practical strategies to protect…
- Reflections and Revelations: Women's Wisdom for 2026 · 45 min · Episode 27In this episode host Dr. Sharon Givens presents a Women's Reflection Panel with inspiring leaders: Melanie Calhoun, Dr. Carla Cheatham, and Dr. Marian Higgins. These women share…
- Embracing Gratitude · 11 min · Episode 26In this episode, Dr. Sharon emphasizes that gratitude is not only about saying "thank you" but also a mindset and practice that helps reframe negative experiences. She introduces…
- America's Mental Health Crisis with Dr. Eric Williams · 42 min · Episode 25In this episode Dr. Sharon hosts Dr. Eric Williams, Associate Dean of Student Affairs at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, to discuss the mental health crisis…
- The Role of Spirituality in Mental Health Counseling and Wellness with Dr. John Harrichand · 35 min · Episode 24In this episode Dr. Sharon Givens discusses the role of spirituality in counseling with Dr. John Harrichand, an associate professor at Montclair State University specializing in…
- Breaking the Silence: Understanding Suicide and Supporting Prevention Across Communities with Dr. Michael P. Chaney · 36 min · Episode 23In this episode Dr. Sharon hosts Dr. Michael Chaney, a licensed counselor and professor at Oakland University, to discuss suicide in America. Dr. Chaney shares statistics from…
- The Balanced Path: Navigating Career Development and Mental Wellness · 44 min · Episode 22In this episode Dr. Sharon talks with Dr. Seth Hayden, an associate professor of counseling at Wake Forest University, about the connection between career development and mental…
- Black Men and Mental Health with Dr. S. Kent Butler and Dr. Michael Jones · 57 min · Episode 21In this episode Dr. Sharon Givens and her guests Dr. S. Kent Butler and Dr. Michael Jones discuss the mental health challenges faced by Black men. Both guests share their…
- The Future of Work IS Artificial Intelligence · 58 min · Episode 20In this episode Dr. Sharon hosts Dr. Yvonne Thayer, a thought leader in workforce development. They delve into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the…
- Dollars & Sense: Where Mental Health Meets Money · 56 min · Episode 19In this episode Dr. Sharon Givens, welcomes Dr. Ashley Lowe-Simmons to explore the intricate relationship between mental health and financial wellbeing. Dr. Ashley highlights…
- Welcome to 2025: Reflection and Intention Setting · 5 min · Episode 18In this episode Dr. Sharon discusses the importance of reflection and intention setting at the start of the year and offers five guiding questions to help you reflect on the past…
- Seasonal Affective Disorder - Dr. Dayna Jones · 33 min · Episode 17In this episode, Dr. Sharon's guest is Dr. Dayna Jones, a clinical psychologist from South Florida who shares insights on Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). They explore the…
- Experiences of Marginalized Women in the Workplace with Dr. Tega Edwin · 38 min · Episode 16What if recognizing workplace stress could save your mental and physical health? On this episode, Dr. Sharon and Dr. Tega Edwin uncover systemic barriers that Black and Brown…
- Experiences of Marginalized Women in the Workplace with Dr. Kimberly Frazier · 48 min · Episode 15In this episode, Dr. Sharon and Dr. Kimberly Frazier discuss the experiences of marginalized women in the workforce, the impact of toxic work environments, and the systemic…
- Experiences of Marginalized Women in the Workplace with Dr. Diandra Prescod · 59 min · Episode 14In this episode Dr. Sharon and Dr. Diandra Prescod, Associate Professor and Program Coordinator of Counselor Education at the University of Connecticut, discuss the challenges…
- Wellness Wednesday - Exercise and Mental Health: An Interview with Sarah Spicer · 11 min · Episode 13Dr. Sharon and fitness trainer Sarah Spicer discuss the positive impact of exercise on mental health. Sarah emphasizes that any form of exercise can boost endorphins, improve…
- Wellness Wednesday - Practicing Self-Care · 8 min · Episode 12In this episode, Dr. Sharon shares 12 self-care practices for promoting mental and emotional wellbeing. She emphasizes the importance of learning to say "no," practicing…
