About Your Joy Guides

Dr. Aysha Mabin, Ph.D., CYT-200 is a researcher, educator, wellness consultant, and yoga teacher who helps individuals and organizations improve well-being through evidence-informed practices. With a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Science, she brings expertise in research, program evaluation, project management, workplace wellness, and community-based work. Her focus is on translating research on stress, health, and behavior into practical tools people can apply in daily life. Dr. Aysha integrates yoga, meditation, breathwork, and mindfulness to support stress management, resilience, and sustainable self-care. Through consulting, workshops, speaking, and classes, she partners with organizations and communities to create accessible and research-informed wellness experiences. She is passionate about empowering people to make choices that support healthier, balanced lives.

Dr. NaKaisha Tolbert-Banks, DSW, LCSW, LCAC, CLYL is a global speaker, educator, high-energy trainer, and psychotherapist with a Doctorate in Social Work. She is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader, Yoga Nidra facilitator, and Integrative Breathwork & Pranayama practitioner. Her holistic approach bridges clinical expertise with healing arts as she empowers individuals through mindfulness, movement, and joyful release. Dr. NaKaisha is an advocate for equitable mental healthcare, especially in BIPOC and under-resourced communities, blending grassroots activism with innovative research. As a published author and keynote speaker, her passion sparks programs that heal from the inside out. Her work invites others to reclaim joy and belong more deeply to themselves, the spaces and communities in which they live and serve. With Dr. NaKaisha, you can expect humor and leadership as transformation follows.