We All Need To Be Working Through Racial Trauma. Yes, Even White People.

Therapist Melody Li shares some advice to help you through the healing process.

BIPOC Mental Health, Black Mental HealthKristina BenoistAugust 7, 2020BIPOC

6 Ways To Feel Less Lonely

Humans are social animals — it’s in our nature to want to connect with other people. When those needs aren’t being met, it’s completely normal to feel lonely. Here’s how to turn that feeling around.

Self-CareKristina BenoistAugust 4, 2020

This Is What Depression Sounds Like

Sexual-identity, self-doubt, and a song about depression.

By Laura Valk

StoriesKristina BenoistJuly 31, 2020

Toxic Stress, Discrimination, and its Lasting Impact on Mental Health

Just imagine: A day in the life of a Black man

By Michael Lee

StoriesIDONTMINDJuly 30, 2020

What's The Key To Equal Access And Treatment In Mental Health?

How Melody Li is tackling the barriers of a white mental health system with her organization, Inclusive Therapists.

Interviews, BIPOC Mental Health, TherapyKristina BenoistJuly 24, 2020

Why You Shouldn't Wait Until Your World Is Falling Apart To Go To Therapy

Therapy is your car and your therapist is your GPS. Now, all you have to do is follow the directions.

By Nyamekye

StoriesKristina BenoistJuly 21, 2020

Why Silence Weighs Heavily On The Mental Health Of Marginalized Communities

Silence is complicity.

By America Paredes

BIPOC Mental HealthKristina BenoistJuly 14, 2020

Black Mental Health Matters More Now Than Ever Before

Sometimes just having someone who will listen is all you need to start feeling better.

By Floyd Taliaferro IV, LCSW-C

Black Mental Health, BIPOC Mental HealthKristina BenoistJuly 9, 2020

8 Life-Changing Statements To Tell Black Boys And Girls Everyday

Some short and impactful mantras to hold onto right now.

By Nyamekye

Black Mental Health, BIPOC Mental HealthKristina BenoistJuly 7, 2020

6 Creative Outlets For Your Mental Health

Embrace your inner artist.

Self-CareKristina BenoistJuly 3, 2020

Race-Based Traumatic Stress Is A Real Response To Racism

Here’s what it looks like and how to limit your response to it.

By Dr. Mariel Buquè

Black Mental Health, BIPOC Mental HealthIDONTMINDJuly 1, 2020

Hey, Be Nicer To Yourself. Here's How.

You deserve some self-compassion in your life.

Self-CareKristina BenoistJune 26, 2020

Is It Time For A Staycation? The Answer May (Not) Surprise You.

It may not be the trip you’ve always dreamed of — but a vacation may be exactly what you need right now.

COVID-19Kristina BenoistJune 24, 2020

Ask a Therapist: Black Mental Health

Your questions about mental health answered by Minaa B.

Black Mental Health, Ask a Therapist, BIPOC Mental HealthKristina BenoistJune 18, 2020

The Light From Above

“It has not been an easy journey for me, and I am far, far from finished excommunicating this one aspect of generational trauma.”

A Black man, Self-care, and COVID-19.

By Jude Jones

Stories, Black Mental HealthKristina BenoistJune 8, 2020

Black Voices In Mental Health You Need To Follow On Instagram Right Now

Follow. Lean. Share.

Black Mental Health, BIPOC Mental HealthKristina BenoistJune 5, 2020

Therapy And Wellness Resources For Black Mental Health

Black lives matter. Black minds matter.

Black Mental Health, BIPOC Mental HealthKristina BenoistJune 3, 2020

When We Normalize Racism And Bigotry, We Do Violence To Our Mental Health

A statement is from Paul Gionfriddo, President and CEO of Mental Health America.

BIPOC Mental Health, Black Mental HealthIDONTMINDMay 29, 2020

You Don't Have To Be In Crisis To Text Crisis Text Line

All you need to know about this free, 24/7 textline that can help you in your hardest moments.

ResourcesKristina BenoistMay 26, 2020

What Do These Mental Health Buzzwords Actually Mean?

Self-care, be mindful, stay grounded. Let’s clear up some of the most common phrases in mental wellness.

Self-CareKristina BenoistMay 19, 2020

Journal

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