Iresha Picot, M.Ed, LBS is a Philly transplant from Virginia.
Iresha is the founder and ride leader for Black Girl Joy Bike Ride, a bicycle accessibility group for Black Women in Philadelphia. Black Girl Joy Bike Ride was named Philly magazine’s “Best reason to get back on a bike” for 2024.
Iresha has spent more than 16 years working in behavior and mental health as a Licensed Behavior Specialist and Therapist. She is the co-editor of the book “The Color of Hope: People of Color Mental Health Narratives” and has written articles for various endmeic publications.
