Between Sessions with Dr. Sharon

About Between Sessions with Dr. Sharon

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.

Publisher

Dr. Sharon Givens

Category

business · education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 May 2023

Latest episode

22 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

30 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   22 Apr 2026

   Navigating Grief - Part 1 - with Susan Whitmore

   Dr. Sharon interviews grief advocate Susan Whitmore, who shares how her personal loss led her to found the nonprofit organization griefHaven® and create resources for others. Susan defines grief as a normal, organic response to the death of something loved, including non-death losses (e.g., health, home, freedom, divorce, infertility), and notes pet loss can be profound. She challenges myths that grief is linear or defined by the “five stages,” that the goal is to “get over it,” and that bere...

2. 

   26 Feb 2026

   Beyond the Gig: Integrating Entrepreneurship into Sustainable Career Pathways

   In this episode, Dr. Sharon interviews career development researcher Dr. Tristram Hooley about integrating entrepreneurship into sustainable career pathways. They challenge the common “flexibility and wealth” narrative by noting uneven access to capital and networks, frequent failure, and that self-employment can mean lower pay and longer hours. Hooley argues that career guidance should support access to decent work, avoid shifting risk onto individuals, and include socially-just practices su...

3. 

   29 Jan 2026

   Your Mental Health Matters: Practical Tools for 2026

   In 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 mental health in 2026. They discuss mental health's importance in daily life, navigating stress, common issues like anxiety and depression, and the interconnectedness of mental and physical health. Their conversation highlights simple, actionable steps for maintaining well-being, the significance of seeking help, and the ...

Reach and audience

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 40 / 100

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Quality

66

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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