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Ignoring our pain doesn’t make it disappear.

Many of us have been taught to “toughen up” and not dwell on our past. Little did we know that this only leads us to push our pain deeper inside us, where it continues to affect our live

Affirm with me: Today, I stand tall, knowing that my inherent worth is recognized and celebrated wherever I go.

As a therapist of color, I often see the emotional toll that shrinking oneself can take. It can lead to feelings of invisibility, frustra

If anything, mistakes don’t define you, they refine you.

The weight of expectations—whether they come from society, our families, or even ourselves—can make us feel like we have to be flawless just to be seen, let alone respected.

Have you ever considered that your physical discomforts might be linked to unresolved trauma? Your body can manifest stress and emotional pain in surprising ways.

Chronic pain, digestive issues, headaches, fatigue, and changes in appetite or sleep

We live in a society that constantly pressures us to perform, achieve, and produce. But what if we paused and took a moment to listen to our inner selves?

What if we allowed ourselves the grace to rest, to breathe, and to simply be?

As a therapist

Breaking cycles can feel overwhelming and exhausting. But it doesn’t have to break you.

Much of breaking cycles involves rewriting narratives. And you cannot break these cycles using the same tools that created them- by shaming yourself, bein

Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to reflect on what we need to thrive as a community.

As a BIPOC therapist, my summer wishlist focuses on our community’s growth and well-being. From seeking more culturally competent therapists

Our worthiness isn’t something we need to earn or prove—it’s already within us.

When we embrace our whole self, we affirm our identity and counter societal messages that may undervalue or misrepresent who we are. By doing so, we c

Supporting Black-owned businesses isn’t just a one-time act—it’s a step towards systemic change. 📣

Black Business Month is our chance to celebrate and uplift Black entrepreneurs who bring innovation and create opportunities in our

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