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Is Your Therapist Moving Too Fast? How to Know and What to Do

In General by Shatiea Blount

Is your therapist moving too fast? Learn how to recognize the signs and what to do, including communication strategies to ensure your therapeutic journey is at your pace. Empower yourself to advocate for your needs in therapy and build a strong, collaborative alliance with your therapist.

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Putting the Head Back on the Body: The Imperative of Mental Health Parity and Mental Illness Prevention in Maryland

In Practitioners by Shatiea Blount

In the intricate web of healthcare, where preventative measures for the body are often promoted as an essential public health priority, it’s time to ensure that the mind receives the same consideration. Imagine a system that puts the head back on the body while also recognizing the importance of mental health before mental illness.

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Attuning to the Cry: Suicide Prevention Among Professional Black Women

In Corporate Wellness by Shatiea Blount

In my years of supporting successful and professional Black women, I’ve observed distinct signs of psychological distress stemming from workplace environments that often go unnoticed or are misinterpreted. These signs are direct cries for help that demand attention and intervention, however, they are interpreted as irritants to the untrained ear or the apathetic listener. Because this article is inspired by Dr. Antionette “Bonnie” Candia Bailey, below, I will use direct quotes from her email to illustrate how she cried for help and continued to champion for change until the day of her death.