Stay Mentally Dope

In this episode, we are talking about Biker Boyz and doing what we do best which is going deeper. Join us as we, licensed therapists, talk about father and son relationships, approval seeking from parents, creating your own identity, how grief and loss impact parental relationships, and where emotional vulnerability and communication fall in the midst of all of this.

Reddit has a lot of stories about boundaries in relationships and in this episode we are talking about it. Charmaine and Jasmine, your two favorite mental health therapists will discuss Reddit stories discussing boundaries and relationships and give their reactions and thoughts. 00:00 introYoutube version at: https://youtu.be/ZN-k4xbh4wwMental health x Black culture #Blackculture #mentalhealth #th...

We’re breaking down J.Cole’s song 1985 and getting real about mentorship, mental health, what it means to respond and maybe just react. It is judgement? Is it growth or ego? Does constructive criticism hit differently in black culture? Join your two favorite mental health therapists, Jasmine and Charmaine, as we discuss this. Let’s talk about it. Mental health x Black culture #jcole #emotionalinte...

Three questions: do you know your attachment style, have you seen the movie Love Jones, AND have you ever been in a Love Jones type relationship? Nina and Darius had their ups and downs but the love story was epic. In this episode, join your two favorite black therapists as we talk about anxious and avoidant attachment styles and how it affects communication and relationships, pattern cycles, and...

We already discussed the America’s Next Top Model Documentary and identifying work trauma and now we are following up with coping with work trauma. Jasmine and Charmaine, your two favorite licensed mental health therapists are discussing the America’s Next Top Model documentary, work trauma, and providing tips to cope. Mental health x Black culture #Blackculture #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherap...

In this episode of the Stay Mentally Dope show, we are talking about the America’s Next Top Model Documentary (ANTM) and workplace trauma. We know that by now you have seen the America’s Next Top Model Documentary or have at least heard about it because whew! It was a lot and we are here to talk about it. We will discuss ways to know if you have workplace trauma, accountability in the workplace an...

Ever wonder what are examples of attention-seeking behavior? In this episode, your two favorite black therapists as we explore how what’s often labeled as “attention-seeking” may actually be a human need for connection, safety, and validation. Through an attachment lens, we unpack where these behaviors come from, how shame gets attached to them, and how we can respond, to ourselves and others, wit...

"When they say how are you, what do you say?" "Living large and taking charge big boy!!!!" What does it look like to live your life authentically? Do you know what code switching is and have you ever thought of the potential mental health impact of it? We are talking about it all in this episode; the anxiety, the imposter syndrome, the pressure, and the survival of it all. Of c...

I can love you better than her, do you believe me or do I need to explain more? In this episode, your two favorite therapists are discussing Mary J Blige’s song, I Can Love You, and what it looks like to try to prove your self-worth and love, codependency, and what it looks like to need validation from other people in order to feel valid within yourself. Yea, we know it’s a lot but of course we al...

It’s new year, new me time! In life most times growth causes changes in us but what happens when those changes affect our relationships? Maybe the changes within us are reflecting lack of change and insecurities in people around us? That is what happened in this episode of A Different World. Sometimes we have people who will hold us accountable in positive ways and sometimes they lash out in negat...

For some people Christmas time with the family does not bring joy but it can bring grief and anxiety …..that manifests as bubble guts and headaches. The movie ‘Almost Christmas’ was not an exception. We see this family having to return back home for the first time since their mother and matriarch of the family has passed; they are not all coping well, past issues have not been addressed, and some...

Have you ever encountered someone who reminds you of your ex and not in a good way? This is Usher’s song U Remind Me and we are talking about it. Did Usher have good boundaries in this song? Do you have good boundaries when situations like this happen to you? Or do you potentially just keep dating the same or similar people over and over again? Also, when dating can you also identify when somethin...

The Family That Preys was one of those movies that definitely makes you want to clutch all your pearls! There is generational trauma, sibling rivalry, grief, friendships, betrayal, and a lot of drama. Your two favorite therapists are here to discuss this super loaded movie. As always, we know it’s a lot but of course we also do it with a lot of information, a lot of dopeness, and a lot of fun. Joi...

We have some big dating questions that need answers… ‘why do people choose projects?’, ‘what does it mean to be emotionally vulnerable in relationships?’ , AND ‘is your inner child doing the choosing when dating?’ . In this episode of The Neighborhood, the two brothers, Marty and Malcom, are participating in ‘Pop The Balloon’ in order to find dates and it does not go as they thought it would. So o...

Is Cardi B the drama? Is the drama following her? And how do we continue to show up and function when it feels like life is blowing up around you? In this episode, we are talking about what depression can look like when you still have to or feel like you have to be “on” and high functioning. How does high functioning depression differ from major depressive disorder? We are talking about it. We are...

This episode, we’re diving deep into Doechi’s “Denial Is a River” —because let’s be real, we all know we have denied some stuff. We’ll unpack the layers of denial, avoidance, grief, and self-reflection woven into the song while connecting it to mental health and black culture. Expect honest conversation, cultural context, and maybe even a few laughs as we explore what happens when the river of den...

We are back and still discussing Gabrielle Union’s book, We’re Going to Need More Wine. From confronting trauma to celebrating joy, Union’s storytelling offers a raw and unfiltered look at the intersections of race, gender, mental health, and culture. We discuss the importance of vulnerability in breaking generational cycles, how humor and honesty can serve as healing tools, and why Black stories...

​​Grab a glass, because Gabrielle Union said it best: We’re Going to Need More Wine. In this episode, join Jasmine and Charmaine as they laugh and maybe cry a little as they unpack Gabrielle’s essays on love, identity, and those awkward moments we all pretend didn’t happen (but absolutely did).From navigating Hollywood as a Black woman to navigating family drama that could easily be its own Netfli...

What would a therapist say about Issa's 'Broken Pussy' rap? Or her infamous 'mirror talk'? We've got mental health professionals dissecting the very human, often cringe-worthy, but always relatable self-doubt and vulnerability of Issa on Insecure. You might just learn something about yourself along the way. S1, E1

You all have been continuing to ask for it and we are finally doing it. It is time for us to discuss Set It Off. Set If Off is one of the most classic friendship, trauma, and survival movies. We are discussing black trauma, what happens when you get pushed to the limit, supporting friends, and grief. Join Jasmine and Charmaine as we discuss this iconic movie and all of the mental health aspects. O...

Love Island Season 7 took over the internet and conversations and we are no different. We are talking about Love Island Season 7 and some of the attachment styles. Of course, we are very aware that this is a reality show and that the show only depicts very small aspects of these individuals' actual lives. We are discussing Hurricane Huda and Amaya Papaya and their attachment styles based on ce...

Do you guys read Reddit posts? Well, your two favorite black women therapists are reading them and responding. We are diving into the wild, emotional, and often hilarious world of Reddit. From relationship drama and family feuds to mental health therapist confessions and boundary-setting dilemmas, we are breaking down real posts with real insight. Join in on the discussion with us. Time stamps: 00...

Have you ever seen the movie ‘The Secret She Kept’? If you have not, go ahead and add it to your list. Matter of fact, watch it now and then come back and join us in this discussion of this movie. The movie stars the amazing Kyla Pratt as she plays a highly successful lawyer running for District Attorney who is hiding her battle with Schizoaffective Disorder. The movie shines light on serious ment...

Are you stuck in a cycle of jealousy and competition with your best friend, feeling like you're in a 'Toni and Joan' rut from the iconic show Girlfriends? Have you ever had a friend compare themselves to you? Have you ever compared yourself to a friend? How do you handle friends who show up looking better or doing better than you? Let’s talk about it. Of course, there was a viral video...

Did you ever have a childhood bully and if so, how do you respond to them when you see them later in life? Do you revert back to childhood or are you able to move on and remember you are not that child anymore? In this episode, we are talking about just that and what happened in an episode of Sister Sister. We love the show and now join us for digging into the mental health aspects of this episode...