Black Mental Health Matters with Dr. Kerry-Ann

In this podcast episode, I interview Drexwell Seymour, author of "Rise Up and Take Your Position", about overcoming limiting mindsets and finding your purpose. Check out his website at drexwellseymour.com.

In today's episode, I talk about how to maintain your wellness goals during times of change. What would you add?

In today's episode, I speak with James Nicholas Kinney. James is a global executive, DEI innovator, motivational speaker, certified yoga and meditation instructor, musician, author, and survivor of devastating anxiety and depression. Check out his website at jamesnicholaskinney.com. 

In today's episode, I go over six top reasons why people don't go to therapy. What other reasons have you had or heard?

In today's episode, I speak about Multiple Personality Disorder, now known as Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Listen to the end to hear why dissociation as a concept is relevant in the Black community.

In today's episode, you'll meet Dr. Nicole Cammack, President and CEO of Black Mental Wellness and learn about a wealth of mental health resources for the Black community.

Time for a mental health tune-up! What do you value and what are you prioritizing? In today's mini-episode, I'm giving you ten steps to prioritize your mental health. Enjoy!

Recently, Bruce Willis was diagnosed with Frontotemporal Dementia. Previously, he had been diagnosed with aphasia. What is aphasia and frontotemporal dementia and why do we in the Black community need to pay attention to dementia? Check out today's mini-episode to learn more!

In today's episode, I interview Dr. Brandi Derr, Director for the Leadership PsyD program at William James College. She explains what leadership and organizational psychology is and how it intersects with Black leadership. 

In this podcast episode, I share my thoughts on the concepts of empathy and vicarious trauma in the case of Tyre Nichols. 

In today's podcast episode, in reference to a news story, I guide you through a discussion on some psychological considerations for a six-year who shot an adult. 

Author Zee Clarke joins me for the first episode of the season to talk about the role of breathwork in the Black community. You can purchase her book - Black People Breathe - at your favorite book retailer and check out her YouTube channel for demonstrations of her techniques.

Today's bonus replay episode is the second of a two-part series on Music Therapy. I speak with Morgan Beckford, Chief Programming Officer at Community Music Center of Boston (cmcb.org) about the music programs available locally in Boston. 

In today's bonus replay episode, I share my interview with Dr. Adenicke Webb and Dr. Natasha Thomas, board-certified music therapists. 

If you are new to the podcast, this review of Season 3 is a great episode to start with! Listen in to this final episode of the season and then click on the podcast episode that you want to hear more from. 

What's the link between food insecurity and mental health? Listen in to today's podcast discussion with graduate students from William James College - Ajaycia Jackson, Alyssa Cetoute, Ashley Halloway, and Olivia Fenty.

Three graduate students from William James College join me today to discuss mental health services in immigrant populations - Jodyann Hanson, Xinru (Tina) Wang, and Jacqueline (Jackie) Pack. 

As we go along in life, we evolve. What are some things that you no longer do for your mental health? In this episode, I cover some of things I have had to change over time.

In today's episode, I review the book, "Sacred Rest" by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, where she talks about seven types of rest. (Hint: it's not sleep or vacation time)

Today's episode is a mini-episode about the concept of resilience in BIPOC communities. We tend to think of resilience as positive, and it is, but it has hidden costs. 

How have you been? What issues to do you wish you could talk to a psychiatrist about? What do you have the power to change right now to shift your life out of neutral and into positive and vibrant? Don't let "learned helplessness" tell you that you have no power! 

How do you prepare mentally for the Fall and Winter seasons? In today's episode, I provide four prompts for you to think about as you make your plan. 

Wondering what it's like to see a psychiatrist? In this episode, I cover the basics of what to expect when you see a psychiatrist.

There's a new draft recommendation for all adults 18-64 to be screened for anxiety. In today's episode, I talk about what to expect for an anxiety screening and how psychiatrists take it a step further from screening to full assessment and treatment. 

In today's episode, I guide you through eight stages of psychological development that might help explain some of your current psychological challenges.