Just Heal with Dr Jay

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Jason Mitchell opens up about his journey through personal growth, healing, and resilience while navigating the highs and lows of life in the entertainment industry. Reflecting on his upbringing in New Orleans, Jason shares how food, culture, and family shaped his worldview, while acting became a vehicle for healing and self-expression. The discussion ex...

In this episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay, Dr. Jay sits down with actor Jason Mitchell for a powerful conversation on healing, self-discovery, and the importance of men's mental health. In recognition of Men's Mental Health Month, Jason opens up about overcoming a difficult childhood, finding purpose through acting, and how meaningful relationships helped shape his ...

In this episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay, Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with master mentorship leader Drew Davis for a powerful conversation about purpose, personal growth, and the transformative impact of mentorship. Drew shares his journey from attending a health and wellness seminar to becoming a respected mentor and motivational voice, emphasizing the importan...

In this episode ofJust Heal, Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with Pastor Cecilia Matthews for a deeply vulnerable conversation about healing, identity, and mental health within ministry. Pastor Cecilia opens up about her personal experiences with abortion, divorce, and navigating emotional pain while serving in leadership. Together, they discuss the pressures women i...

In this episode of Just Heal, Dr. Jay Barnett is joined by Bishop Randy Borders for a powerful conversation on faith, mental health, and personal growth within the church community. Together, they explore the importance of mentorship, emotional healing, and creating safe spaces where people can grow spiritually and emotionally without judgment. The discussion h...

In this episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay,  Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with Danyel Surrency Jones for a powerful conversation on healing, resilience, and redefining identity as a modern woman. Danyel opens up about navigating societal expectations, embracing her full potential, and her journey through motherhood—particularly raising a child on the autism s...

In this episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay, Dr. Jay Barnett tackles the urgent issue of intimate partner violence and its connection to men’s mental health, trauma, and emotional regulation. Through personal insight and real-world perspective, he breaks down how unprocessed pain and generational trauma can fuel harmful cycles, while emphasizing the importance o...

In this episode of Just Heal,  Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with Pretty Vee for an honest and inspiring conversation on personal growth, healing, and navigating the pressures of the entertainment industry. Pretty Vee opens up about breaking free from societal limitations, embracing her unique gifts, and doing the inner work required to evolve in real time. The dis...

In this episode of Just Heal, Dr. Jay sits down with Crystal Stewart—former Miss USA and actress—for a powerful conversation about mental health, resilience, and navigating the entertainment industry. Crystal opens up about tapping into personal trauma to bring authent...

In this episode of Just Heal, Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with IFBB Pro Bodybuilder Ken Jones for a powerful conversation about faith, masculinity, and emotional healing. From growing up as a preacher’s kid to becoming a professional athlete and gym owner, Ken shares how spir...

In this episode of Just Heal, Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with actor and martial artist Michael Jai White for a powerful conversation about healing, masculinity, and emotional growth in the Black community. Michael reflects on his life journey, the influence of mentorship, and how trauma and anger can shape behavior if left unaddressed. Together, they explore the balance between strength and vulnerability in men, emphasizing the...

In this episode of Just Heal, Dr. Jay Barnett engages in a profound conversation with Pastor Sara Conner about the complexities of living a life of faith, particularly for women in ministry. They explore the challenges of navigating divorce while in ministry, the societal expectations placed on women, and the silence that often surrounds their struggles. Sara shares her personal journey of self-discovery and the importance of trust...

In this episode of Just Heal, Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with transformational coach Dr. Sheniska Johnson for a powerful conversation on faith, identity, and emotional maturity. Drawing from her upbringing in the Bahamas, Dr. Johnson shares how prayer, spiritual grounding, and understanding one’s identity through ...

In this episode, Dr. Jay Barnett welcomes sports performance trainer Mo Wells to Just Heal to discuss Mo’s journey from running 400-meter hurdles at McNeese State and LSU to working in LSU football strength and conditioning and building a career training elite athletes.

The conversation focuses on the unseen “off the field” burdens athletes and trainers carry—pressure to appear strong, difficulty with vulner...

In this powerful episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay, Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with former NFL Pro Bowl cornerback Jason Verrett for a raw and deeply personal conversation about mental health, identity, and resilience beyond football. Verrett shares his journey from junior college to TCU and the NFL, opening up about th...

In this deeply moving episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay, Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with a very special guest — his mother, Mama Mary — for an intimate conversation about love, healing, faith, and family legacy. Together, they explore the power of vulnerability in relationships, the importance of affirmation, and how unconditional love shapes emot...

In this episode of Just Heal with Dr. Jay, Dr. Jay sits down with celebrity stylist Jay Bolin. They discuss themes of love, healing, and personal transformation. Jay opens up about his journey from unhealthy habits and fear to self-awareness and fitness. He shares his struggles with weight, self-esteem, and the pressures of societal norms, especially in the Southern Black community. Jay details his professional journey moving from ...

In this episode, Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with special guest Felicia Latour for a powerful conversation on the intersection of faith, motherhood, and mental health. Felicia shares her deeply personal journey of obedience to God, navigating

In this episode, Dr. Jay Barnett sits down with Thaddeus Bullard for a powerful and transparent conversation centered on health, wellness, faith, and personal evolution. Thaddeus opens up about the physical toll of professional wrestling, the importance of prioritizing mental health, how discipline and obedience have b...