Category: Culture & Identity (Professional)

Holding Space for Him: Addressing Men’s Mental Health

May 30, 2025
When we talk about mental health, especially in BIPOC communities, men’s experiences are often overlooked or shrouded in silence. Masculinity shaped by culture, trauma, and survival frequently collides with vulnerability,...

Pride, Power, and Presence: Celebrating Pride in the Black Mental Health Community

May 29, 2025
June marks Pride Month, a time of celebration, reflection, and visibility for LGBTQIA+ communities across the globe. For Black mental health professionals, Pride is more than parades and rainbows; it...

From Pregnancy to Postpartum: ASWB-Approved Training for Maternal Mental Health Care

May 1, 2025
Maternal mental health is a vital aspect of overall well-being, not only for birthing individuals but also for their families and communities. As mental health professionals, including social workers and...

Mental Health Month Is for Us Too: Reclaiming Rest and Joy as BIPOC Mental Health Providers

April 23, 2025
Every May, Mental Health Month offers a dedicated time to spotlight mental health awareness, reduce stigma, and promote access to care. For many, it’s an invitation to reflect, advocate, and...

Using Culturally Informed Approaches to Support Clients with Stress

April 10, 2025
In today’s diverse and rapidly changing world, stress is a near-universal experience—but how individuals experience and respond to stress is profoundly shaped by culture. For social workers and mental health...

Honoring Women’s History Month

March 5, 2025
To every BIPOC woman and femme in the mental health field: You are history in the making. Your work, your voice, and your existence within these systems is part of...

It’s Not “Picky Eating”

February 4, 2025
Understanding ARFID in the BIPOC Community Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed, especially in Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. While eating disorders have...

Sis, You Are Worthy of Joy: Healing Depression in Black Women

January 28, 2025
Let's have an open and honest conversation about depression in Black women. Mental health struggles manifest uniquely in our community, yet stigma often prevents us from getting the support we...

Embracing Mental Wellness Month

January 1, 2025
Mental Wellness Month, celebrated annually in January, serves as a vital reminder of the importance of prioritizing mental health and overall well-being. For mental health professionals, this month presents an...

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) in the BIPOC Community

November 18, 2024
As the colder months approach, many people begin to experience changes in their mood and energy levels, which for some may lead to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD, often referred...