Passion Vista celebrates Dr Charryse Johnson in their virtual event

New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI/ATK): Unified Brainz Celebrated the Success of Women leading by example with Glitz, Glamour & Glory on the occasion of International Women Day on March 8, 2022. The world witnessed the most awaited event “Women Leaders to look Up to in 2022” on digital grounds. This glorious ceremony saw the presence of some most sought-after lineup of women leaders who were featured from different walks of life sharing passion journey.
As a leading Psychotherapist, Mental Health Consultant, Speaker and Author, the influential Dr Charryse Johnson is a promoter of holistic wellness. Her passion is rooted in the belief that our past only holds the power we have relinquished – it is only meant to be a place of reference and not a place of residence.
The early years of Dr Johnson’s life were marked by constant change and uncertainty. She attended a different school every year until entering high school. Attending college offered stability and proved to be the turning point that set her life course in motion. During her time at Lee University, Dr Johnson was mentored by teachers and faculty and given leadership opportunities that helped her recognize the impact she could have in the lives of others. Dr Johnson recalls, “Even as a young adult student, I had a heart for those in need and a passion to help others turn their pain into purpose.”
Speaking about what led her to the field of mental health, she says, “When I encountered individuals living far beneath their potential, I found they blamed their experiences instead of their effort. This fueled my desire to help people embrace the relentless pursuit of learning and unlearning. Growth requires both intention and personal responsibility. We must own our story and explore any patterns that maintain cycles of defeat, because we repeat what we don’t repair.”
After working for years as a psychotherapist, Dr Johnson founded ‘Jade Integrative Counseling and Wellness’, to offer individuals and families comprehensive and collaborative support and care. Over the last fifteen years, she has had the privilege of helping hundreds of individuals navigate the space between struggle and strength. She’s watched them step outside their comfort zone, do the work, and experience unimaginable growth and sustainable change.
As a passionate community advocate, Dr Johnson consistently serves as an Expert Mental Health Consultant supporting WBTV, Queen City News, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations. She is an expert panelist for HER Health Collective and has contributed to published works supporting organizations such as The Carolinian Newspaper, Ragan Communications, and Atlassian.com. In 2021, she collaborated with My Vinyasa Practice, and helped develop and facilitate The Enrich Program: Courageous Conversations on Self, Yoga & Social Justice. The year also led her to become a Founding Board Member of Leaves from Stella, a nonprofit organization that supports young adults who have lost a parent or sibling.
Dr Johnson is a much sought-after Speaker and panelist at summits around the world. She presents on topics such as corporate wellness, mental health, antiracism, and parenting and family Dr Johnson is the podcast host of “Live Life with Ease” and “Our Hidden Stories”, and in August 2021, published a best-selling book – Expired Mindsets: Releasing Patterns that No Longer Serve You Well.
When asked what has been the most significant challenge in your journey, Dr Johnson expressed, “As women we contend with a wide range of challenges. For example, I operate in a field where only 6 percent of mental health clinicians are black women. When I enter the room, I will be in the minority and viewed through a continuum of stereotypes. If I am direct, it can be viewed as harsh, or if I am driven this can be seen as aggressive or competitive. I have learned to take confidence in what I know about myself, and the only competition is ‘Me vs. Me’. I’m not afraid to defy social expectations and doing so has allowed me to create my own lane marked by autonomy and agency.”
Setting and maintaining clear boundaries has supported Dr Johnson’s success as a woman leader. “I am comfortable communicating my needs and willing to say ‘pass’ on experiences where the cost outweighs the benefit. “Opportunity comes to those who create it, so stop waiting for permission to own your greatness!” sums up Dr Johnson. To know more about Dr Charryse, check www.passionvista.com or to nominate email, info@passionvista.com
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