Can’t manage your feelings? Here’s why…

Posted on April 1, 2022February 24, 2024 by drdyona@gmail.com

While I originally started writing this post in January, after watching the Oscars—and witnessing the “slap heard round the world”—I figured now might be the perfect time to finish/post it… Confession time Growing up, I did not learn how to...Read More

How to Say ‘NO’! Pt. 1

Posted on December 13, 2021February 24, 2024 by drdyona@gmail.com

At the water fountain ~ “Do you mind if I skip you?” In the cafeteria ~ “Can I have those chocolate chip cookies?” Over the phone ~ “Could I have $20?” As a kid I would often get asked these...Read More

Free Therapy for Black Women & Girls

Posted on December 3, 2021February 24, 2024 by drdyona@gmail.com

A few months ago, a potential client reached out to my office to learn if we would accept “Loveland vouchers” for therapy. My receptionist, who had never heard of this organization, reached out to me to ask if this was...Read More

When God’s “Big” Gifts Come in “Small” Packages

Posted on November 8, 2021February 28, 2024 by drdyona@gmail.com

Where are my spiritual/religious readers at??? 👀 This post is for you so read on… Have you ever been excited to open a gift? Well, I definitely was excited to open this one. The gift box was big. I’m talking...Read More

Forget What You Eat—You Are What You Think!

Posted on October 15, 2021February 24, 2024 by drdyona@gmail.com

In part 1 and part 2, I discussed why it’s important to change the way you think and also why you shouldn’t assume that every thought that pops into your head is true. Today, I’m going to delve into different...Read More

Has God asked you to ‘Put your money where your mouth is’?

Posted on September 6, 2021February 24, 2024 by drdyona@gmail.com

I’ve always enjoyed hearing that expression. If you’ve never heard this saying before it’s just a way of encouraging people to back up what they’re saying with tangible actions as opposed to just words. For example, it’s easy to say...Read More

Forget What You Eat—You Are What You Think! Pt. 2:

Posted on August 23, 2021February 24, 2024 by drdyona@gmail.com

In my last post, I began pointing out the ways in which your thoughts get you into trouble and make it that much more likely that you will miss out on meeting your goals. Specifically, I noted that “Your mindset...Read More

The One Thing That God Absolutely CAN’T Do

Posted on August 9, 2021March 18, 2024 by drdyona@gmail.com

I was recently chatting with a friend who had gone through a bitter divorce. She told me how much she fought for her marriage, tried to compromise with her spouse, and repeatedly suggested marital counseling to address their issues. But...Read More

Relationship Between Self Care & Self-Sabotage

Posted on July 26, 2021February 24, 2024 by drdyona@gmail.com

Let me ask you some questions. Have you ever: Brought a suit or outfit to the dry cleaner? Taken your car in for maintenance services? Purchased a screen protector/case for your phone? Wiped down your favorite designer bag or pair...Read More

Forget What You Eat—You Are What You Think! Pt. 1

Posted on July 19, 2021February 24, 2024 by drdyona@gmail.com

If I had a nickel for every time a client said to me, “I don’t know what’s wrong with me” or “I hate myself for being this way,” I’d be rich enough to pay off my student loans 😆! If...Read More