Laterras R. Whitfield on Healing, Smear Campaigns, & Dating in Your 40s | Just Heal with Dr. Jay

Dr. Jay Barnett finally steps behind the mic for the premiere of Just Heal with Dr. Jay, answering the call to lead the conversations he’s been having in private for years. After three years of encouragement from his brother, he launches a space dedicated to real healing, emotional safety, and spiritual growth. His first guest is none other than Laterras R. Whitfield, relationship expert and host of the Dear Future Wifey Podcast. The two unpack what happened after their viral episode, reflect on smear campaigns, silent seasons, and how they navigated heartbreak while in the spotlight. This episode tackles the mental health crisis among men, the pressure of visibility, and the need for emotionally safe spaces. Dr. Jay and LaTerras also talk about dating in your 40s, knowing what you truly want, and reaching a place of wholeness after surviving trauma. If you’ve ever struggled with your identity, questioned your healing journey, or wrestled with being seen but not truly known—this is where the healing begins. Subscribe to Just Heal with Dr. Jay New episodes available exclusively on the Black Effect Podcast Network. Listen on Apple podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-heal-with-dr-jay/id1808615517?i=1000704434815 Listen on iheart iheart.com/podcast/1248-just-heal-with-dr-jay-272562807/episode/finding-love-after-healing-with-laterras-winfield-273122794?cmp=ios_share&sc=ios_social_share&pr=false Listen on Spodify open.spotify.com/episode/0zlxdGawOceQVReB4QfGR9?si=FA_6qnBYTa6 #JustHealWithDrJay #DrJayBarnett #JustHeal #MentalHealthMatters #BlackMenHeal #MentalHealth #LaTerrasWhitfield #DearFutureWifey