Raised in Roosevelt, New York, Lady Charmaine excelled academically, graduating near the top of her high school class before earning a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University. She continued her education at Columbia University, earning a Master’s degree in Organizational Psychology. Throughout her academic career, she held leadership roles and was inducted into multiple honor societies, including Quill and Dagger, Kappa Delta Pi, and Phi Delta Kappa.
Her professional background includes corporate roles at Philip Morris, Pfizer, Nabisco, and Ingersoll-Rand, as well as leadership positions in nonprofit organizations such as Lighthouse International and The Fortune Society. However, a shift toward ministry and mental health advocacy led her to establish Unlimited Help Ministry, where she integrates faith and wellness into her outreach.
Mental Health Advocacy and Public Engagement
Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder Type 1 at age 26, Lady Charmaine has used her personal experience to support others. She has been involved with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) NYC Metro since 2008 as an In Our Own Voice presenter and statewide trainer. Her work in mental health advocacy earned her recognition in the NAMI Hall of Fame (2011) and the NAMI NYS Media Award (2015) for her contributions to awareness through public speaking and media. In 2022, she was named Volunteer of the Year by NAMI NYC and continues her advocacy as a Board Member for the Bureau of Mental Health Consumer Advisory Board (CAB) of the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.Podcasting and Publishing
Lady Charmaine has been an early adopter of online ministry and digital media. Her podcast, Taboo Talk, has transitioned through multiple formats, beginning as a television show on Time Warner MNN and BronxNet (2008-2010) before moving to an online radio format (2008-2020). The show has garnered a significant audience and remains active on BlogTalkRadio, Amazon Music, and iTunes. As an author, she has published 11 books addressing faith, mental health, and personal transformation. Notable works include: "Do I Look Bipolar?" – A personal account of her mental health journey, featuring 71 wellness coping strategies. “Unlimited Help A Book Of Wisdom” is a book of Lady Day's God inspired teaching and notes that she has shared for the last 16 years in her Unlimited Help Online Ministry. “Taboo Talk Poetry From My Soul" – A compilation book of all Lady Charmaine Day's poetry that she has written throughout her life exploring personal mental health struggles and issues. Her work as an author was recognized in 2009, when she was inducted into the Bronx Barnes & Noble Hall of Fame for outstanding book sales.Expanding Her Reach
In recent years, Lady Charmaine has expanded her efforts beyond ministry and advocacy. In 2022, she launched the Black Ivy Brand, a line of clothing and accessories celebrating Black Ivy League graduates. That same year, she released a contemporary gospel track, “The LCD Remix”, in collaboration with JB aka Dirty Moses. Reflecting on her journey, Lady Charmaine notes the evolution of online ministry: "When I first started online ministry, internet radio, and podcasting, it was new. Today, it's commonplace. Getting followers at first was difficult, but now I have an engaged audience across multiple platforms."
Her long-term vision includes establishing wellness centers that integrate faith, mental health, and holistic well-being.
For More Information
To learn more about Lady Charmaine Day’s work, visit www.ladycharmaineday.com.