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Dr. Isha Metzger in the Media

Dr. Metzger brings nearly 15 years of experience speaking on interpersonal and racial trauma, including a featured segment on ‘Peace of Mind’ with Taraji P. Henson discussing the community impact of gun violence, and a Detroit Public Television ‘American Black Journal’ roundtable on racial trauma and policing. She has delivered keynotes for national organizations including ABCT’s Child Maltreatment and Interpersonal Violence Special Interest Group, and has been featured by the Washington Post and NPR

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Conversations That Move the Culture Forward

Commanding Our Joy: Standing Up for Black Women's Mental Health

Episode 7: Navigating Season w/ Dr. Isha

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Considering Racial Trauma and Racial Socialization in TF-CBT for Black Youth

This groundbreaking guide integrates racial socialization into evidence-based trauma treatment for Black youth. Clinicians will gain practical tools, worksheets, and case examples to address both interpersonal and racial trauma, enhance cultural relevance, and improve client outcomes.

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May 2025

Salone Health, Sierra Leoneans against COVID-19

November 2023

So You Want To Do A Podcast

February 2023

Tyre Nichols’ Death: A Roundtable about Racism and Police Reform

Black & EMPOWERED Podcast

Hosted by Dr. Isha W. Metzger

The best thing about being Black is our ability to adapt, overcome, and thrive! On the Black & EMPOWERED Podcast, we highlight Black excellence, talk about the science of physical, mental, and behavioral health, and interview experts in the field.

Each season, join The EMPOWER Lab Director, Dr. Isha Metzger, as she continues to focus on Engaging Minorities in Prevention, Outreach, Wellness, Education, and Research. If you are a student, organizational leader, thinker, healer, creator, or anyone who would like to explore how to best utilize your personal strengths, resources, and talents, then this is the podcast for you!

*I am a part of the University System of Georgia, but these are my personal views and are not reflective of any institution. *The content of this podcast does not constitute therapy, if you are interested in services, please contact a local professional.*

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02 October 2025

Mirror Mirror Ep. 4: From Behind the Scenes to Main Character: Thriving as a Black Student at a PWI and Beyond

04 September 2025

Mirror Mirror Ep. 3: Parenting with Purpose: A Black Psychologist’s Journey Through Motherhood

09 July 2025

Mirror Mirror Ep. 2: From Admin to Alignment w/ Gretchen “Gigi” Fletcher

17 June 2025

Mirror Mirror Ep. 1: Monetizing Your Doctorate w/ Dr. Quiana Shamsid-Deen

10 February 2021

Season 1, Episode 4: Racial Trauma is Real: Coping & Healing

08 January 2021

Season 1, Episode 3: Breaching the Tower: Applying to Grad School

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November 2023

SRCD: So You Want to Start a Podcast?

November 2022

Around the Way Curls Podcast: Anxious Parenting ft. Dr. Isha Metzger

January 2022

Psych Mic Podcast, Healing communities from racial trauma with Dr. Isha Metzger

September 2021

The Cohort Sistas Podcast, featuring Dr. Isha Metzger

Black & EMPOWERED Blog

Written by Dr. Isha W. Metzger

Black and EMPOWERED is a Psychology Today blog dedicated to healing interpersonal and racial trauma, enhancing resilience through racial socialization in families, and promoting equity in clinical practice. Authored by Dr. Isha Metzger—a licensed clinical psychologist, trauma expert, and unapologetic advocate for culturally grounded care—this blog offers research-backed strategies and real-world insights to support the mental health of marginalized youth and their families. Each post uplifts the voices of Black communities, challenges systems of oppression, and equips readers with tools for fostering emotional well-being, resistance, and liberation.

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June 2025

Map Shows US States With School Phone Bans

May 2025

APA Journals Article Spotlight

November 2024

Are ‘Face Card’ Comparisons Damaging Your Teen’s Self-Esteem? The Signs to Watch For

September 2024

Do Not Disturb: Mobile Phone Ban Sweeps American Schools

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Speaking Engagements on Racial Healing, Black Youth and Families, Mental Health & Trauma-Informed Care

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Considering Racial Trauma and Racial Socialization in TF-CBT for Black Youth

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Watch The EMPOWER Lab on YouTube

Black & EMPOWERED Podcast

Hosted by Dr. Isha W. Metzger

Latest Episodes

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SRCD: So You Want to Start a Podcast?

Around the Way Curls Podcast: Anxious Parenting ft. Dr. Isha Metzger​

Psych Mic Podcast, Healing communities from racial trauma with Dr. Isha Metzger​

The Cohort Sistas Podcast, featuring Dr. Isha Metzger

Black & EMPOWERED Blog

Written by Dr. Isha W. Metzger

Latest Articles

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Map Shows US States With School Phone Bans

APA Journals Article Spotlight

Are ‘Face Card’ Comparisons Damaging Your Teen’s Self-Esteem? The Signs to Watch For

Do Not Disturb: Mobile Phone Ban Sweeps American Schools

Training

speaking

Considering Racial Trauma and Racial Socialization in TF-CBT for Black Youth

Around the Way Curls Podcast: Anxious Parenting ft. Dr. Isha Metzger

Psych Mic Podcast, Healing communities from racial trauma with Dr. Isha Metzger