Many people confuse temporary sadness with depression.  Sadness can be temporary or in the moment; clinical depression lasts at least 2 weeks or more and may include changes in sleep, appetite, energy level, concentration, daily behavior, or self-esteem. Depression can be associated with thoughts of suicide or self-harm.  

There are so many myths and truths about therapy. Both keep people out of getting help. The myths are like urban legends and people get scared to even start or say the word therapy. The truth, well it hurts and some people aren’t ready to face the reality that they may need help.

There are a ton of myths about therapy in the black community including statements like that stuff doesn't work, why you gonna tell someone your business, you crazy or something, what happens in the family stays in the family or snitches get stitches and so much more.  Doing something different from others in your community or family, like counseling is a big deal and I commend you for even taking the step to consider therapy. 

Finding a black therapist can seem like a needle in a haystack especially depending on where you live. Once you find a black therapist, you have so many questions to make sure they're the right fit. This article provides answers to the common questions.

Managing your mood can seem daunting and scary if you don’t know exactly what to do. In this article, you will learn two basic coping skills to manage your mood and help you relax.

It’s important to spread the word in relation to mental health in our communities to remove the stigma so people can get the help needed and start to have the well-needed overdue conversation.

This article is for people of color seeking to work with a therapist of color and questions that may be helpful to ask based on what you may be looking for.  If you are seeking a black therapist, there may be very specific reasons why you are seeking such as if you’re looking for relatability (if that’s a word), commonality, someone that understands “the culture”, or something along those lines.  

Finding a therapist that you identify with and that looks like you isn’t always easy. There are resources that you can use to find a black therapist near you. This blog article will provide a list of resources to help you find a black therapist in Sewell, NJ.