he concept of "Black mother wounds" in therapy refers to the emotional and psychological scars that Black individuals, particularly women, might carry due to complex relationships with their mothers. These wounds often stem from generational trauma, societal pressures, and cultural expectations that have uniquely impacted the Black community.
Read MoreIn a world that often glamorizes strength and resilience, it's essential to shed light on the silent battles many black women face, particularly when it comes to mental health. Depression, a complex and multifaceted condition, can cast its shadow over anyone, regardless of race or gender. Today, we delve into the unique experience of a depression episode as a black woman, exploring the intersectionality of race, gender, and mental health.
Read MoreInfidelity can be a devastating and complex challenge, impacting individuals from all walks of life. For Black women, the emotional toll of infidelity may be compounded by unique cultural, societal, and personal factors. In this blog, we aim to explore the experiences of Black women dealing with infidelity, offering insights, support, and a path towards healing.
Read MoreBelieve it or not many women in their 30s who start experiencing symptoms of perimenopause, which can last for years before women have their final menstrual cycle. The research in SWAN shows that Black women reach menopause at 49, two years earlier than the national median age.
There are three phases we have to be aware of — perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause. Perimenopause needs to discussed sooner than later because often time women don’t even know what’s happening to them, and it can lead to depression and various mental health health issues if not caught early on.
When Black women openly express your pain, fears, heartbreak, exhaustion, vulnerability and rage, we are accused of overreacting, being intimidating or making things up. So we learn to hide behind a mask of invulnerability as a form of self-protection. That's an adaptive response, not a mental illness. Sometimes it just seems wiser, easier and safer to hide your pain than to show it (Dr. Gail Parker 2022).
Read MoreAnxious behaviors that actually be trauma responses. When you have experiences constant negative psychological outcomes, your nervous system stores these negative experiences in your soul and without realizing it you have maladaptive coping strategies that you are unaware of that can be affecting your relationships with yourself and others.
Read MoreYour mental health can affect the way you deal with money. 2022 is here many people set money goals such as I want to
Read MoreBeing married and being happily married are two different things. Sharing my journey of 25 years
Read MoreI write to you today to remind you, on this Valentine’s Day, don’t forget to love yourself!
Read MoreAs this calamitous year of 2020 comes to an end (thank goodness). We are all so very eager to look towards hope for 2021.
Read MoreWhy the mother-daughter bond is crucial for healthy attachment in adulthood. Raising girls, was the assignment God gave me. Being a
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Read More2020 has been a year of tremendous loss for so many. I have experienced a very close personal loss in my family like
Read MoreHow do I take care of myself during Covid-19 crisis. Stress is a part of life and we all deal it. How we choose to manage our stress is key
Read MoreMy journey to becoming a licensed therapist did not start off in a traditional college setting. Throughout my professional career the
Read MoreNew Year New Level! I am excited to announce I will be offering Telehealth Sessions Services for current clients if appropriate.
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