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Importance of a Therapist Who Recognizes the Black Experience
The speaker discusses the importance of having a therapist who understands the impact of race on mental health and is open to learning about it. They also touch on the rise in mental health issues following the pandemic.
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The pandemic has resulted in a rise in mental health issues.
47:23 - 48:45 (01:22)
Summary
The pandemic has resulted in a rise in mental health issues. We should surround ourselves with people who can help us overcome our limits.
ChapterImportance of a Therapist Who Recognizes the Black Experience
EpisodeHow To Raise Children In An Unjust World w/Dr. Traci Baxley EP 1179
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The stigma around therapy and seeking help needs to be broken as it's important to have a consistent safe space to talk and get feedback on how to improve oneself.
48:46 - 49:41 (00:55)
Summary
The stigma around therapy and seeking help needs to be broken as it's important to have a consistent safe space to talk and get feedback on how to improve oneself.
ChapterImportance of a Therapist Who Recognizes the Black Experience
EpisodeHow To Raise Children In An Unjust World w/Dr. Traci Baxley EP 1179
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The black experience comes with an extra level of stress that not all therapists may understand, making it important for black individuals to see therapists who are knowledgeable and understanding of the black experience.
49:41 - 52:36 (02:54)
Summary
The black experience comes with an extra level of stress that not all therapists may understand, making it important for black individuals to see therapists who are knowledgeable and understanding of the black experience. While the statistics show a need for more black therapists, recent world events have the potential to inspire more people to enter the mental and emotional health spaces.