Hello Black women, my name’s Laura, and I’ve been certified Black since the ’80s. The title of this article reflects my intention for the distressed reader to shift their perspective to a more helpful focus to support mental wellness. This is intended to occur through analogies and tips. Let’s begin!…
Race & Identity
Juneteenth is the annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. While it has been celebrated in various parts of the country since 1865, it became an official federal holiday in 2021. For many individuals outside of the Black community, the knowledge might stop there. Questions remain,…
Diversity can be celebrated all year round, not just on dedicated months, but it’s naive to celebrate diversity without also talking explicitly about racism and prejudice. Otherwise the evidence shows that our country’s deep social inequalities will just be perpetuated. A famous 2016 study revealed that majority-white high schools tended…
Hello, my name is Shontel Cargill and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Thriveworks located at the Cumming office in Georgia. The question that was asked was, “What is racial trauma?” Racial trauma also known as race-based traumatic stress is defined as the cumulative negative effects of racism…
How can I learn more about racial discrimination and the struggles of the Black Community? (Video) Hey, y’all. My name is Brittany Morris and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Lead Clinician with Thriveworks in Chesapeake, VA. And today, I’m going to be answering your questions about how can…
You can meet with one of our caring mental health professionals, including this presenter, by visiting us at https://dev.thriveworks.com/online-counseling/ Hi, my name is Tori Mills and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor for Thriveworks. I’d like to discuss the effects that discrimination has on one’s mental health. So, during…