The Curbside Counselor

The Curbside Counselor Podcast with Mercia Cummings gives you everything you need to manage mental wellness, self care, and most of all self love; with real life application. Sometimes we just need the right voice to motivate us and help us face our fears, embrace our dreams, and find ways to elevate our own lives. Mercia brings REALNESS when uplifting and motivating, encouraging you to connect to your greatness. Each week she hopes to give you real and raw conversations and interviews that include laughter and heart felt doses of reality while teaching you to fall in love with being an expert of YOU. Mercia is a licensed professional counselor with a private practice and brings a "no jargon, no BS" approach to counseling and this podcast. So pull up, park and take a seat and listen in!

Sex After Trauma with Stephanie Renzulli 07/01/2021

Sex After Trauma with Stephanie Renzulli In episode, Stephanie Renzulli and Mercia discuss her personal story of intimacy, sex and life after trauma. Listen in as we explore how she took the steps towards healing and growth in sex, her body, and life after trauma. Stephanie is a counselor in Oregon, serving both perpetrators and survivors of domestic violence. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/19610207

Sex After Trauma with Dr. Rossana Sida 06/24/2021

Sex After Trauma with Dr. Rossana Sida In this episode, the focus is on the topic of sex after traumatic events. Here you will here as Dr. Sida shares her experience as a sex and relationships therapist in Los Angeles. Dr Sida shares how individuals recovering from a traumatic event, the symptoms and steps in treatment and support towards thriving. (WARNING-POSSIBLE TRIGGER) /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/19568786

Wanted: Friendship 06/10/2021

Wanted: Friendship In this episode, lets explore the manifestation of friendship through recognizing our own behaviors (toxic and otherwise), healthy boundaries and honoring who we are becoming as the friendships reflect this space. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/19422335

Psychology of Fashion 05/27/2021

Psychology of Fashion In this episode, Mercia interviews Adrienne Russell, The Brand Style Cultivator (TM). A DMV based personal brand stylist, fashion boutique owner, as well as a mother (of 3), wife and super Mom. We discuss how fashion can impact mental health and discuss ways to improve your style, while committing to the best you possible. Adrienne provides tips and know how for every person needing a boost to their wardrobe. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/19255205

I'm Trying 05/13/2021

I'm Trying Life can throw some things at you...or in this case me. But I an hid and let it win or continue to understand me and I win. In this episode I share some of my recent struggles and working to get back up. Take a listen and see if you can relate. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/19087541

Get To Do 03/25/2021

Get To Do In this episode, Mercia explores the things we get to do, being in a different space, and moving forward in appreciation. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/18461306

Anti-Blackness in Indigenous Land 03/11/2021

Anti-Blackness in Indigenous Land In this episode Mercia explores how anti-Blackness can impact Indigenous culture. Take a listen as Jasmine Anderson, a descendant of the Pamunkey Indian Tribe in Virginia and Mercia talk about the experience of fighting for identity, acceptance and against prejudice. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/18278735

Covid Blues and BS 02/25/2021

Covid Blues and BS This episode Mercia discusses her moving through the pandemic and how we can all work to do the same. We will discuss things to identify and even add to find ways to utilize this time in a healthy way. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/18070532

Journey of Life with Baroness Bree 02/04/2021

Journey of Life with Baroness Bree In this episode join in on the conversation with Baroness Bree of the Fabulous Fuckery Podcast where we discuss life, growth and walking our truth. We discuss ways to walk in our own light and putting a little more attention into ourselves. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/17781437

Intentions Not Resolutions 01/14/2021

Intentions Not Resolutions In this episode, we will discuss the importance of setting intentions when it is time to bring in some new goals and the necessary. We will focus on certain intentions to consider and the steps to make them possible. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/17539619

I Got Karen'd 12/10/2020

I Got Karen'd In this episode, Mercia will discussed the experience of being Karen'd and her reaction. We will process the emotions that go along with this situation and how best to handle these kind of engagements. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/17103830

Marriage is a Four Letter Word 11/19/2020

Marriage is a Four Letter Word In this episode, Life Coach and Relationship Gumbo Podcast Host, Derrick Jones and Mercia discussed how marriage and relationships are changing. the fears, and the beauty. The topic leads to a surprise appearance by Skye Cummings, Mercia's daughter. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/16642346

The Return...Season 2 11/05/2020

The Return...Season 2 This episode, Mercia discusses her break and breakthroughs. Take a listen and see how you can relate in connecting with yourself during this crazy time. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/16626707

Selfish Gems 07/23/2020

Selfish Gems In this one year anniversary episode, Jessica Hurley, host of The Stranded Podcast and CEO of Instapodcast, joins in on the discussion about inspiration, standing in your own greatness and being proud as you walk in your purpose. Come join us in the celebration of our first year and last episode of Counseling, Conversation and Motivation /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/15320672

The End to A New Beginnings 07/16/2020

The End to A New Beginnings Well this is the week before out one year anniversary and also the ending of Counseling, Conversations and Motivation. But don't go anywhere. We have one week left and a new name to follow in the coming weeks!! This podcast is my quick explanation of why things will end and opening up to something new that is more....well....me. Take a listen!!! /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/15228116

Roll With the Punches 07/09/2020

Roll With the Punches Have you ever had that moment when things just would not go your way? You just want to throw your hands up and walk away. Well that was how this episode was even created, life decided to give me an obstacle and I had the choice, say 'F**k It' or Work with it. Take a listen and find out what happened!! /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/15139559

Me, Vulnerable, Marriage, and ME 07/02/2020

Me, Vulnerable, Marriage, and ME In this episode I am responding to a couple of DMs about how I made it in 13 years of marriage. I will discuss the biggest things I had to do to truly be present in my marriage and with myself. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/15053225

Radically Accepting 06/25/2020

Radically Accepting In this episode, we will discuss the concept of radical acceptance and being able to accept the things around us as they are and develop the right tolls to reach, change and respond. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/14960435

Broken Windows 06/18/2020

Broken Windows This episode we will discuss the theory of broken windows and the impact that the recent death of George Floyd has had on us and our communities. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/14870096

Releasing Myself 06/11/2020

Releasing Myself I found myself today holding on to energy not for me. I saw something that triggered emotions and thoughts I thought long gone about someone I felt betrayed by. Take a listen to see what happens next and you may be surprised to see how it impacts you! /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/14781413

I'm Back 06/04/2020

I'm Back Yes, I am back. I took some time off for some reflection and self care through the COVID but just as I return, unfortunate events took place. This is my return musings over life, being present and so much more. So lets sit together and have a talk. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/14690078

Fit Brain 05/07/2020

Fit Brain This episode is focused on Brain Fitness. We know it's important to keep a healthy brain but are we using the right approach and tools to have a fit brain? Take a listen and find out! /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/14318390

21 Days Guided Journal 04/23/2020

21 Days Guided Journal This episode Shawnta Jackson, shares about her journal "The Journal Woman with Lived Experiences". We discuss how her journey through Domestic Violence, to succeeding as a single-mother and small business owner. The discussion focuses on her journal where she guides, journal writing by using her own personal journal entries as prompts. Shawnta is the Founder & Chief Executive of Cause Engagement Associates where she supports the efforts of socially conscious initiatives. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/14106773

Let's Get Fit...Emotionally 04/16/2020

Let's Get Fit...Emotionally This episode is focusing on emotional fitness. Its great to sit with your know your emotions (emotional intelligence) but now what...Take a listen and get the tools to become emotionally fit and learning to work with your emotions. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/14011295

Meditation Mind 04/09/2020

Meditation Mind With so much that is going on lets take a break, meditate and clear our minds!! /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/13897271

Laughing at Mental Health with Joe Clair 04/01/2020

Laughing at Mental Health with Joe Clair This episode, we get to interview Joe Clair, comedian, radio show host, and community philanthropist in the DMV area. Take a listen and learn how laughing helps with mental wellness, finding the funny no matter what life has to offer, and getting out of your comfort zone. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/13791395

Feel the Burn as it put you out (Burnout) 03/26/2020

Feel the Burn as it put you out (Burnout) This episode will focus on burnout in life. It's a part of life, but doesn't have to get a life of its own. Burn out: What does it look like, feel like, and what can we do about it. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/13690028

Life through COVIN 03/19/2020

Life through COVIN In this episode the discussion will be on the chaos occurring around the COVIN-19 and ways to calm the worry. Of course, the podcast topic will lead to ways to connect with self and others through the pandemic. /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/13609499

Empowered!!!!! 03/12/2020

Empowered!!!!! In this episode we will discuss ways to empower ourselves. It's so easy not lose sight and focus on making sure we are feeling great about who we are and this episode explores way to connect to yourself and others to empower you!!! /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/13509896

Money on My Mind 02/27/2020

Money on My Mind This episode we are interviewing Laura Foos, who is a Licensed Tax Professional with her own company, Foos Financial Services LLC. We will be discussing how financial stress impacts us and identify ways to get a handle on budgets, finances and improving the relationship with money. Laura can seen on Facebook & Instagram Live with her “Ask Foos” weekly broadcasts sharing of financial advice. One of her passions is educating others about taxes, savings, budgeting and being more organized . /episode/index/show/conversationswithmercia/id/13316924

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