Join me for this episode which is a part of the "In The Field" series where we speak with specialists and providers in the field of mental health who can offer insight, expert guidance and knowledge.

In this episode which is a two-part interview, I chat with Evelyn Ashiofu, MD, MPH. We will get to know Dr. Ev and her work as we'll be discussing information about the field of psychiatry...and dropping helpful gems along the way!

Tune in next week for part two where we’ll be discussing specific mental health conditions, hospitalization, pregnancy and post partum, and of course we'll play a round of Robyne’s Random Reflections!

ABOUT DR. EV

Dr. Evelyn Ashiofu, warmly known as Dr. Ev, is a double board-certified adult and child psychiatrist, speaker, and founder of Girl, Choose You Inc., a mental health and wellness brand dedicated to helping women, especially high-achieving Black women, prioritize their mental health. Based in NYC, Dr. Evelyn is passionate about breaking stigma and making psychiatric care more accessible, relatable, and culturally competent. She’s also a rising content creator known for using social media to educate, inspire, and show the world what it really looks like to be a Black woman thriving in medicine and beyond.

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If you often feel tired or want to find more balance in your life, this episode is for you! Join me for this episode, where I will explore seven important types of rest: physical, mental, emotional, sensory, creative, social, and spiritual. Discover why each type of rest is important for your mental health. Understand how not getting enough of certain kinds of rest can cause burnout, anxiety, and emotional tiredness. Learn helpful, practical tips and ideas to focus on restoring the areas where you feel the most drained.

In this episode, I’m breaking down 12 common cognitive distortions (unhelpful thinking styles), providing examples of each, how to reframe them, and how therapy can help. I'll also give a scenario based pop quiz to help further illustrate each style. And as always, I'll present this topic in a simple, clear, and practical way.