How Women of Color can Beat Burnout.
Although burnout can happen to anyone, women of color are more affected than any other group. But first, what is burnout? Besides a word that makes professionals around the United States cringe?...
View ArticleThe Power of Black Community on Mental Health
The power of extended Black community on mental health can’t be overstated. It has been said that family is not always blood! Typically, we do not receive all that we need emotionally or...
View ArticleAm I Depressed?
Have you noticed the words “depressed” or “depression” being used a lot more lately? Oftentimes, people use these words when they’re in a stressful situation, bored, or just feeling down. Other times...
View ArticleWhat Your Therapist Wishes They Could Tell You
There are so many misconceptions about therapy and therapists in general. Lucky for you, I’m all about pulling the curtain back on what it means to be in therapy. Here are six things your therapist...
View ArticleBlack People DO go to Therapy
I had never written a children’s book before, unless of course you count the story that I wrote in 1st grade entitled “The Scary Nights on Crazy Place.” I had no idea what I was getting myself into,...
View ArticleSelf-Care Strategies for Dealing with Racial Trauma
As a black male mental health counselor, I have seen firsthand the devastating effects of racial trauma on the black community. The constant barrage of racially charged events in the media can cause...
View ArticleBlack Mental Health Speakers Series
I am thrilled to announce that I’ll be a keynote speaker at the “Progressing From Stigmas to Solutions” Black Mental Health Virtual Speaker Series organized by Black Speakers Network! Join us as we...
View ArticleWhy Therapy?
I grew up in a culture that seemingly swept a lot of issues under the rug. People were never open about their challenges and struggles especially when it comes to mental illness. I remember as a little...
View ArticleThe Importance of Culturally Competent Mental Health Providers
Positive Mental health is a critical component of overall well-being, and seeking professional help is often an essential step in managing mental health challenges. However, accessing quality mental...
View ArticleBlack Women And Mental Health
Black women face unique challenges when it comes to mental health. They often encounter intersectional issues related to race, gender, and socioeconomic status that can contribute to increased stress...
View ArticleHow I Take Care of my Mental Health – 5 tips
Why take care of my mental health? Well, things have been rough lately, haven’t they! Mental health professionals, like me, are not exempt from that. We also don’t have a magical solution to...
View ArticleBlack Women And Mental Health
Black women face unique challenges when it comes to mental health. They often encounter intersectional issues related to race, gender, and socioeconomic status that can contribute to increased stress...
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