Dr. Cheryl Rich

Dr. Cheryl Rich: Transforming Lives and Empowering Talent Through Entertainment and Community Work.

Dr. Cheryl Rich is a distinguished leader whose career spans over 25 years, making her a key figure in both the entertainment industry and community empowerment. Her journey from humble beginnings to becoming a driving force in these fields reflects her relentless dedication to improving lives through media, psychology, and grassroots activism.

Beginning her career in the entertainment business with support from Ice Cube, Dr. Rich quickly made a name for herself. Her work behind the scenes has paved the way for diverse narratives and new talent, fostering inclusivity in Hollywood. As an Executive Producer, she collaborated with Doug Deluca, co-executive producer of Jimmy Kimmel Live, to produce The House on Fox Soul, a show that emphasizes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. This platform not only creates space for underrepresented voices but also champions the importance of being authentically oneself in the face of societal expectations .

Beyond her production work, Dr. Rich has been a vital conduit for fresh talent in the entertainment industry. Through her nonprofit, Helping People Grow Association, she supports various organizations that focus on alleviating societal burdens and nurturing emerging creatives. This dual role—of seasoned veteran and mentor—allows her to help new talent thrive, creating a pipeline of diverse voices ready to make their mark on the industry.

Equally important is Dr. Rich’s work outside of entertainment. With over two decades of experience in street ministry, she has become a Certified Victims Mediator and Intervention Specialist, focusing on helping those affected by trauma and adversity. Her personal journey, which includes overcoming numerous life challenges such as addiction and incarceration, has profoundly shaped her approach to healing and empowerment. Earning an Honorary Doctorate in Divinity from Word of God International University in 2023, Dr. Rich’s spiritual leadership is as impactful as her work in media .


Her academic background, with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, enables her to integrate therapeutic insights into her community projects. Whether through her writing as a published author or her work in trauma healing, Dr. Rich combines her lived experiences with her academic expertise to offer a holistic approach to personal and social growth.


Dr. Cheryl Rich’s multifaceted career positions her as a transformative figure who bridges the worlds of entertainment, community service, and spiritual leadership. Her work continues to open doors for new talent, inspire audiences, and empower individuals to overcome adversity, making a lasting impact on both the entertainment industry and society at large .


Media & Press

Dr. Cheryl’s Bio

Dr. Cheryl Rich is a life survivor, clinical psychologist, author and most recently an executive producer and host on the talk show series “The House” on Fox Soul. 

Watch Interviews

Watch the Interviews of “The House” on “The Round Table” with Robert Bannon and other great content.

Testimonials

Every coach needs a coach. Cheryl is the real deal. I reached a point in my life where I needed connection and a sounding board to help me through a major transition in my life. Cheryl asks the hard questions and then has the capacity to unpack the false evidence appearing real that often holds us back.

Dr. LaNysha Adams
Edlinguist Solutions

Having collaborated with Cheryl over the years, she is an unrelenting, focused woman: logic driven by a versatile intelligence drawn from life experiences, education, and her remarkable insight. Few have the vision Cheryl sees!

Gayle Simon

For those seeking the tools to manage anger, permanently change behavior and just simply value and love life, Cheryl’s journey has the contents, the recipe to create survivors instead of victims. I have spent 20 plus years working within our justice system. I have seen very few programs or people who have the impact Cheryl Rich does. Whether that is when she is speaking inside of juvenile halls, prisons, foster homes, or as she unflinchingly goes into unpredictable territory feeding homeless people. From her heroin addiction to her yoga practice; from the penitentiary stay to her Master’s Degree; most importantly, from self-hate to self love, Cheryl Rich has the ability to unearth Your courage and set You free!

Leila Steinberg

I’ve always asked myself if YOU existed. I did not know how you looked, who you were, IF you were, WHERE you were. But today, I could not believe that I have met you. I cant stop crying and I know that I won’t be able to sleep again but ohhhh, how different the sleepless night will be. So different than all of the others in which I’ve cried my soul out.

Madeline