Embracing Impermanence: A Reflection on Visiting My Grandmother with Dementia
This past Sunday, I found myself immersed in a moment of time, visiting my grandmother who is navigating the challenging terrain of dementia. Her once-vibrant mind now struggles to recall my name, but when she sees me, I am still her baby.
Celebrating My Husband’s Unexpected Journey to the Pulpit
Three years ago, I embarked on a journey that would forever change my life. It all began on a dating website, of all places – Bumble, to be exact. Little did I know that this seemingly ordinary encounter would lead me to the love of my life and a path I never expected to walk down.
Celebrating Black Love: A Sacred Union
Over the weekend, I had the honor of celebrating a momentous occasion – the wedding of a dear sorority sister from college. The wedding was a beautiful and joyful event, but it held a significance that extended beyond the ceremony itself.
Finding Tranquility: My Journey through a Sound Healing Session
Recently, I had the privilege of experiencing a group sound healing session, an opportunity I eagerly anticipated.
A Gospel Concert Date Night: Celebrating My Roots
As I sit back and reflect on my recent date night with my husband, attending a gospel concert, I couldn’t help but be overwhelmed by a flood of memories and emotions.
Navigating My Own Somatic Therapy As a Therapist: Exploring Passion Amidst Challenges
As a DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) mental health consultant who recently completed a racial trauma training with a group of predominantly white social workers, I found myself in a somatic therapy session three days later reflecting on my experience.
Embracing Change: Navigating the Grief of Letting Go and Moving Forward
Grieving my identity as a psychotherapist has been unexpectedly heavy. It’s like saying goodbye to a dear friend, one who has been a constant companion throughout my career and personal life.
Navigating the Weight of Being a Black Woman in White America: Reflections on Thriving, Tokenism, and Shared Atrocities
As a Black woman in America, the journey of thriving in predominantly white spaces is a profound and multifaceted experience for me and others like me. It’s a journey marked by both resilience and vulnerability, filled with moments of strength and introspection. It’s a journey that often prompts me to ask difficult questions about intersectionality, […]
Embracing Authenticity: Being a Black Woman in an IFS Level III Training
As I stepped into the realm of an Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level III training, I embarked on a journey that would both challenge and empower me as a Black woman within a predominantly white space.
