a LinkedIn post for a Life Coach on #BlackHistoryMonth2024

I’m a Black Therapist, Of Course…

I’m going to say I’m very strong and healthy to avoid saying that I’m sick OR My house is overflowing with money, instead of saying that I’m broke… I call it positive psychology 😂

I’m a Black Therapist, Of Course…

people don’t believe I can relate to or understand the experiences of clients from different racial backgrounds.

I’m a Black EMDR trauma Therapist, Of course…

I always have a bag packed because immersing my senses in beautiful sites and sounds are my most effective cure for long-term exposure to vicarious trauma.

I’m a Black Therapist, Of Course…

People underestimate my qualifications and professionalism, assuming I may not hold the same level of education or expertise as other races.

I’m a Black therapist, Of Course…

People think I can only understand the challenges faced by people from lower-income backgrounds.

I’m a Black Therapist, Of Course…

I still do some mental gymnastics past some oppressed cognitions to believe in myself, even with all my education, experience, and licenses!

I’m a Black therapist, Of Course…

People think I’m only capable of addressing racial or ethnic issues, neglecting the broad range of mental health concerns that I am, in fact, trained to handle.

I’m a Black Therapist, Of Course…

People expect me to communicate exclusively in AAVE, assuming that it is the preferred or natural way I express myself.

I’m a Black Therapist, Of Course…

I’m always wondering, who was the population sample for this study?? Not my people!

I’m a Black Therapist, Of Course…

I believe that oppression should qualify as life-threatening, peace-snatching, anxiety-inducing, and depressive disorder.

I’m a Black therapist, Of Course…

I believe in holistic therapy and I’m always looking for ways to decolonize mental health care.

I’m a Black Therapist, Of Course…

I believe that spiritual health is the same as emotional health and that dancing is a form of healing.

I’m a Black Therapist, Of Course…

I believe that social connectedness is the foundation for overall well-being.

I’m a Black EMDR Therapist, Of Course…

I believe that body movement and EMDR are equally as effective in trauma processing.

I’m a Black therapist, Of Course…

I’m going to put out content to celebrate Black History Month all month long!

Happy Black History Month Darlings!

Sending love, happiness, and a warm hug to each and every black woman, man, and human who appreciates and embraces their roots, culture and history.

Love from,

[Client's Name], LMHC, LADC-I, EMDR trained Psychotherapist! 🎤

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