White supremacy is all around us, and it's deadly – especially when it comes to mental health. Information about mental health is more readily available than ever, but there's still a stigma that we have to break.
Therapy IS a great option for Black people! And these services make it more accessible than ever.
For Children
With the rising rate of Black youth suicides, we must provide our children with adequate mental healthcare. Therapy For Black Kids connects parents with therapy providers and with parenting tools helpful for raising children in today's world.
For Adults
Therapy For Black Girls has a wealth of mental health information, including a podcast, blog, a “Sister Circle” membership, and a directory to help find providers. Therapy For Black Men also has an extensive list of therapists to connect with and even runs a fund helping to provide free therapy services.
Virtual Care For All
Black-owned Hurdle Health offers therapy services intentionally designed for us. They accept insurance from thirteen major providers, which could significantly lower out-of-pocket costs. Try Talkspace or Better Health for other virtual services – both offer care with providers nationwide and accept insurance or paid options.
Living in a white supremacist world is detrimental to our people now, and it's a threat to future generations. We must consider how healing our traumas will benefit us, our loved ones, and our community!