In this podcast episode, Kymone Hinds interviews Marquita Myrick, an award-winning licensed psychotherapist who helps high achievers reconnect their minds and bodies. Marquita shares her journey into therapy and how it can be a form of ministry. She discusses the role of doubt, pushing through challenges, and the importance of seeking therapy. Marquita emphasizes the role of prayer and spirituality in her work and sees her therapy practice as a mental health ministry. The conversation also touches on networking, pivoting in business, and trusting God's leading in one's career. Marquita offers therapy services and speaking engagements on mental health.

Show Notes 

00:00 Intro to Podcast 

[00:03:16] Doubting God's Vision 

Marquita discusses how she sometimes doubts God when he gives her a new idea or vision.

[00:03:58] Pushing Through Doubt 

Marquita explains how she pushes through moments of doubt by reframing her thoughts and seeking guidance from God.

[00:05:34] Journey into Therapy 

Marquita shares her journey into becoming a licensed psychotherapist, starting from her own experience with anxiety and depression in college.

[00:09:59] The struggle with personal challenges 

Marquita discusses how therapists often enter the field because they have personally experienced and overcome mental health challenges, making them more qualified to help others.

00:11:41] Identifying ministry in therapy 

Marquita and Kymone discuss how ministry can be found in areas where individuals have faced challenges and overcome them, allowing them to serve others who are going through similar struggles.

[00:13:11] Realizing therapy as a ministry 

Marquita shares that she didn't initially see mental health as a ministry, but in the past year and a half, she has come to view her work as a mental health therapist as a ministry that allows her to help people access healing and connect with God.

 [00:19:48] The importance of networking

Networking is seen as a traditional way of spreading the news about your business and reaching more people. It allows for a personal connection that can leave a lasting impression.

[00:21:59] Different ways to network 

Networking is not limited to attending networking events or being active on social media. It can also involve casual conversations with people you meet in everyday situations.

[00:25:38] Building a business as a therapist 

Marquita always had the goal of starting her own therapy practice to have more control over her work and maintain a strong connection with her clients. She wanted to avoid unethical practices and the pressure of meeting quotas.

[00:29:05] Pivoting in Business 

Discussion about the importance of being open to change and pivoting in business, especially during challenging times like the pandemic.

[00:29:46] Fear of Pivoting 

Exploring the fear and paralysis that can come with making a pivot in business, as well as strategies for overcoming it.

 [00:32:48] The Purpose and the Pivot

Reflecting on the purpose behind making a pivot in business and how it can lead to personal growth and success.

[00:38:18] The purpose of the podcast 

Marquita discusses how she prayed to God to show her how to use her already-created ideas and how her therapy practice can be a form of matchmaking service.

[00:39:14] The journey of faith 

Marquita and Kymone reflect on how God's guidance may not always take us on a straight path, but it's important to trust that He is leading us and using our experiences for a purpose.

 [00:42:09]  Working with Marquita 

Marquita explains the different ways to work with her, including therapy sessions, speaking engagements, and utilizing her matchmaking service for finding therapists.