Research indicates that Black and African-American individuals in America face significant disparities in mental health diagnoses and treatment. Although Black communities vary enormously – and there’s no single experience that Black individuals share – below are some trends and insight into the status of mental health in the Black and African-American community.
We have collected our favorite resources across various organizations from this year’s Black History Month to curate a bank of easily accessible links for folks to explore.
It’s almost impossible to leave power, privilege, or identity out of therapy sessions. To address these components head on, therapists who not only recognize but work within a client’s cultural background demonstrate acceptance and respect.
Zencare's follow-up review of its diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism initiatives — and ideas from our team for goals to set in the coming year.
With protests against racial violence and injustice continuing, many non-Black individuals are seeking to better educate themselves on Black experiences and put action behind their allyship. Black therapists across the country share their insights on the state of Black mental health.
As a therapist, here are ways you can guide White clients to process Whiteness and racial privilege, and thus begin the work of dismantling interpersonal racism.
Advice from Black therapists on how Black folks can care for their mental health during difficult times. Eight educational and actionable tips.
Our anti-racism initiatives and ways we are supporting mental health in Black communities in the wake of recent violent events.
Books, articles, online courses, and other resources for therapists on diversity, inclusion, and antiracism.
When you're a person of color, finding a clinician who shares your identity (be it ethnic, racial, or cultural), or who is also a POC, may become one of the top items in your list of “What I want in my therapist.” Here are 6 steps for finding a therapist of color who's right for you!
It’s a common refrain: “Black people don’t like to go to therapy.” Here, Dr. Awosan discusses her personal experience as a Black therapist and client herself, and dissects the misconception that members of the Black community are opposed to therapy.
Research indicates that Black and African American individuals in America face significant disparities in mental health diagnoses and treatment. Here, a few of the professionals in the Zencare therapist network offer their thoughts on these unique challenges.
Research indicates that Black and African American individuals in America face significant disparities in mental health diagnoses and treatment. Here, a few of the professionals in the Zencare therapist network offer their thoughts on these unique challenges.