Fireflies Unite Podcast With Kea

Introduction T-Kea and Jordan partnered up with Dr. LaNail Plummer of Onyx Therapy Group and Dr. Rossalyn Thyssen of the Traeh Thyssen Have A Heart Foundation to discuss how to support loved ones who are struggling with suicidal ideation. They also discussed their personal connections with suicide.  Resource Onyx Therapy Group is a Black woman, Veteran-owned business who aims to address mental hea...

Introduction | T-Kea and Jordan are joined by Courtney Anderson-Harvey, LCSW, and Jillian Pelzer, LPC, at their first live event titled “ Black & Suicidal: The Rise of Suicide in the Black Community ”. During this panel discussion, they highlight their personal connection to suicide, the importance of having a working relationship with a counselor, the benefits of peer support, plus a Q&A...

Community Changemaker Pride of Nyla, LLC: Jasmine Price, LCPC, LPC  Based in Washington, DC, Pride of Nyla, LLC provides therapy, doula services, professional training and workshops, and private practice consulting.  Website: www.prideofnyla.com  IG: https://www.instagram.com/prideofnyla/  Moment of Inspiration We encourage you to take a step toward building community, whether that be taking a coo...

Introduction T-Kea and Jordan are joined by Iysha Perkins, founder of The Unstable One, to discuss her personal journey with mental health and how life coaching differs from clinical treatment. Spotlight Simone Battle, an American singer, dancer, and actress, finalist on The X Factor, and member of the group G.R.L., died by suicide on September 5, 2014 Resource A Resting Place Counseling, a new co...

Introduction T-Kea and Jordan are joined by Tandra Rutledge, Trainer & Director of Youth & Campus Ministry Programs at Soul Shop, to discuss the intersection between suicide prevention and the church. Spotlight Pastor Teddy Parker, Jr., former pastor of Bibb Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Macon, GA, who died by suicide on November 10, 2013. Resource Soul Shop Soul Shop is a faith-based organiz...

Introduction | T-Kea and Jordan discuss self-care and the importance of making time for yourself. After all, you can’t pour from an empty cup. Self-care doesn’t have to break the bank. Practical, everyday actions will fill your cup, too. Cheers! Spotlight | Dr. Nakita Mortimer (died on May 24, 2023), a 29-year-old resident doctor training to become an anesthesiologist, who died by suicide on May 2...

Introduction | T-Kea and Jordan discuss the role of peer support specialists and the positive impact peers have on mental health and substance use recovery. Spotlight | Don Cornelius, founder and co-host of Soul Train, who died on 2 /1/2012 at 75 years old Resource | Conduct an internet search for peer support in your state. There is likely a credentialing process or program if you are interested...

Introduction | T-Kea and Jordan are joined by Dr. Raushannah Johnson-Verwayne, licensed clinical psychologist and author, for a discussion about suicide while being a high achiever. Spotlight | Jas Waters, screenwriter and journalist who worked on TV shows such as This is Us, died by suicide on June 9, 2020 Kevin Ward, former Mayor of Hyattsville, MD, died by suicide on January 25, 2022. Lowell Ha...

Introduction T-Kea and Jordan are joined by Alisha Bryant and her daughter Harmony Allen who is the parent of a child currently struggling with on-going suicidal ideation. Spotlight Traeh Thyssen, 13-year-old student who died by suicide on Oct 3, 2019. Resource I Have A Heart is a non-profit organization that seeks to provide information, resources, and support to combat bullying and prevent youth...

Introduction Many times we are unaware of the signs of suicide and if we notice them, we are afraid to intervene. T-Kea and Jordan discuss signs of suicide and encourage listeners to have the conversation even though it is uncomfortable.   Spotlight Nah’Jahron Holmes of Charlotte North Carolina (T-Kea’s 13-year-old cousin) Resource Resource: 988 Additional Mental Health Resources: https://www.blac...

Elise Antoine, MSW and Life Coach, joins T-Kea and Jordan to discuss her personal experience with suicide as a social worker, Christian, and Haitian-American. Elise also discusses how her personal experience led to the founding of an organization dedicated to dismantling the stigma around mental health. Personal IG: eliseiantoineWebsite: www.eliseiantoine.comNon-profit IG: ripthestigma Spotlight A...

Elise Antoine, MSW and Life Coach, joins T-Kea and Jordan to discuss her personal experience with suicide as a social worker, Christian, and Haitian-American. Elise also discusses how her personal experience led to the founding of an organization dedicated to dismantling the stigma around mental health. Personal IG: eliseiantoineWebsite: www.eliseiantoine.comNon-profit IG: ripthestigma Spotlight A...

Join Hosts T-Kea and Jordan with special guests Courtney Anderson-Harvey and Jillian Pelzer for a LIVE show! BLACK & SUICIDAL: The Rise of Suicide in the Community. WATCH LIVE ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/e/2FOjskP1Z WATCH LIVE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/live/oWJlgYtUJS4?feature=share In honor of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Mental Health Month, we are shedding light o...

Lisa Daughtrey, mental health advocate, motivational speaker, TV & radio contributor and founder of BE Eazy, joins T-Kea and Jordan to discuss the loss of her son who died to suicide as a teenager. Spotlight Ian Daughtrey (18) of Alexandria, VA Nah’Jaron Holmes (13) of Charlotte, NCImani McCray (8) of Newark, NJAshawnty Davis (10) of Aurora, C OJamari Williams (10) of Montgomery, ALSeven Bridg...

Jillian Pelzer, LPC, joins T-Kea and Jordan to share her connection to suicide which influenced her to pursue a career as a therapist. She also discusses the creation of low-cost support groups to provide accessible treatment. Business: Graceland Therapeutics LLCPersonal IG: _mentallyjillBusiness IG: gracelanddmv SPOTLIGHT Ian Alexander, Jr., son of Ian Alexander, Sr. and Regina KingJanuary 19, 19...

For today’s topic, we are discussing mental health and suicide as it relates to individuals within the LGBTQIA + community. We are joined by Brittknee Kristin Hanani and she will share her experience with suicide as a member of the community, and a mental health professional.  Resource: Trevor Project, who’s mission is to end suicide among LGBTQ young people. You can check them out at https://www....

On today's episode, T-Kea and Jordan discuss why they think it's important to add suicide to the mental health conversation. Spotlight: Stephen “tWitch” Boss (9/29/1982 - 12/13/2021) who was the DJ and Dancer on The Ellen Show. He was also a contestant in So You Think You Can Dance. Moment of Inspiration: A Semicolon is used when an author could’ve chosen to their sentence but chose not to. The au...

"Black Mental Illness and Suicide: Dismantling the Stigma" SUMMARY  Jordan and T-Kea, the co-hosts of the podcast Black People Die by Suicide, discuss why they decided to start the podcast and the mission of the newly formed organization, the Mental Health Empowerment Agency. They then do a check-in to see how each other is doing.  They discuss the importance of incorporating healthier habits into...

Kea of Fireflies Unite launches a new show Black People Die By Suicide Too Podcast. In this episode, Kea shares why she is launching the podcast and introduces you to her co-host. Follow Us On IG! Website Subscribe to our YouTube channel!

During the last episode, Kea says her final goodbye to the podcast and hello to the other opportunities for Fireflies Unite. Read Article On Top 20 Suicide Survival Podcast and see Fireflies Unite With Kea FeatureConnect With Kea On Instagram

On this week's episode, we are joined by Jamie Rockymore-Bess, Editor in Chief of Healthful Living Magazine, who discusses why she created her mental health magazine. Learn more about Healthful Living Magazine! Jamie Rockymore-Bess is the Founder of...

On this week's episode we are joined by Tyshiana Johnson and she discusses self-love and self-care while offering tips to become the best version of ourselves. Articles By Tyshiana:How To Practice Self-LoveHow To Practice Self-Care For Beginners...

On this week's episode, Evolve joins us to talk about burnout. Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It occurs when you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet...

On this week's episode, we are joined by Dr. Bee, a Wellness and Strengths Coach, Journalist, Transformational Speaker, and Photographer. She discusses grief besides the loss of a loved one and self-care tips while grieving. Connect with Dr. BeeWebsite...

On this week's episode, Kea talks about seasonal affective disorder also known as SAD. Learn more about SAD. Connect With Kea on Instagram