Learn how to be a BLM advocate vs. supporter from our featured MH3 expert, Erin Matthews, LCSW. Start your Master Class with Erin by watching our 11-minute lesson, 'Understanding Racial Trauma.' In this lesson you will learn: - The Science of Racial Trauma - The Origin of Racial Trauma - Signs and Symptoms of Racial Trauma Erin is a contagiously optimistic therapist, a seasoned coach with over 15 years of mental health experience, and the founder of Living in Empathy Institute, providing transformational anti-racism work.

In this first chapter of ‘Spiritual Healing from Generational Trauma and Shame’ learn about the: • Origin of generational trauma for the black community • Ongoing Impact of generational trauma to black communities in both Africa and the United States • Stark differences Dr. Shabazz experienced living as a black woman in Italy vs. the United States Sign-up for a free trial to continue watching our Master Class with Dr. Mensimah Shabazz, Ph.D. In the final two chapters, you will learn how to begin healing from both generational trauma and shame. A native of Ghana, Dr. Mensimah Shabazz holds a master’s degree in Transpersonal Studies from Sophia University and a doctorate in philosophy and religion (Women’s Spirituality) from the California Institute of Integral Studies Dr. Mensimah Shabazz, Ph.D. is a Transformational Coach, Teacher, and Author. She is committed to helping men and women own their power in their relationships and life. Mensimah uses a non-traditional approach that allows clients to own their power and create a more peaceful and joyful life. She is also an adjunct professor at a local community college. She believes in creating a safe environment for individuals and groups to cultivate a soul-based practice that is empowering and authentic. Dr. Shabazz brings a wealth of knowledge–life experiences, cultural background, education, and professional expertise, and teaches clients how to balance life issues that lead to self-healing, self-understanding, and transformation.

Watch our Master Class ‘Spiritual Healing from Generational Trauma and Shame’ featuring Dr. Mensimah Shabazz, Ph.D. In this lesson, you will learn about the: • Origin of generational trauma for the black community • Impact of generational trauma to black communities in Africa and the United States • A daily mindset to begin spiritual healing from generational trauma and/or shame A native of Ghana, Dr. Mensimah Shabazz, Ph.D. holds a master’s degree in Transpersonal Studies from Sophia University and a doctorate in philosophy and religion (Women’s Spirituality) from the California Institute of Integral Studies.

CATEGORY: Self-Coping. Filmed live on June 18, 2020. Debbie Edmunds, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CART., has been in the mental health field for 41 years and is the founder of the largest black female psychotherapy practice in Houston, Texas. In this 5-minute episode, we focus on one of Debbie’s critical success factors for the outcome of therapy with her adolescent patients and their parents, The Investment of the Patient. Based on Debbie’s experience, adolescents often seek help because they know that something is not healthy with them. However, often times parents can resist due to the judgment they impose on themselves. Debbie provides insights, ideas, and inspiration for parents to work together with their children to become a positive influence in their mental health journey. For more information on Debbie, another critical factor to the success of therapy, The Therapeutic Relationship, please refer to our full 30-minute interview with Debbie in the Mental Wellness section of our website.

In Part 2 of our Mental Wellness Tool Kit for the BLM Advocate, Debbie Edmunds, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CART. shares how you and your children can create a BLM advent calendar. In this first chapter of the full video, learn about the origin of the BLM advent calendar and how to start creating your own. Debbie Edmunds, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CART is the founder of the largest black female-owned psychotherapy practice in Houston Texas, H.O.P.E. Psychotherapy of Houston. Her practice focuses on adolescents that self-harm. Debbie has been in the mental health field for 41 years. In addition, Debbie is an entrepreneur. Learn about the two proprietary products she has created to help children with self-soothing at https://www.hopepsychotherapyofhouston.com. If you would like to get in contact directly with Debbie, please contact us at info@mh3.co

Part 3 of the Mental Wellness Tool Kit for the BLM Advocate, Erin Matthews, LCSW, Mental Wellness Coach, and Founder of Living in Empathy Institute. In this first chapter, Erin shares ideas, insights, and inspiration for understanding racial trauma. In this video you will learn: - The Science of Racial Trauma - The Origin of Racial Trauma - Signs and Symptoms of Racial Trauma Sign-up for a free trail to continue watching Part 3 of our Mini-Series. In Chapter 2 and 3, you will learn about how to heal from racial trauma and how to be a BLM advcoate vs. supporter, respectively. Erin is a contagiously optimistic therapist, a seasoned coach with over 15 years of mental health experience, and the founder of Living in Empathy Institute, providing transformational anti-racism work. Throughout her career, she has focused on therapy, coaching, and training with an emphasis on the public and private sector. Having received training in multicultural therapy and being a woman of color, Erin has spent years honing what does and does not work for clients. To take one of Erin's anti-racism classes and/or to get in contact with her, please contact us at info@mh3.co.

In this 20-minute video, learn how to create the BLM advent calendar with your child from Debbie Edmunds, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CART. Sign-up for a free trial to start watching now! Using her professional and life experience as a Black American, Debbie has created this fun activity to celebrate the contributions of the black community with your children. Debbie Edmunds, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CART is the founder of the largest black female-owned psychotherapy practice in Houston Texas, H.O.P.E. Psychotherapy of Houston. Her practice focuses on adolescents that self-harm. Debbie has been in the mental health field for 41 years.

Sign-up to learn the ABCs of recognizing and managing your intolerance in our 5 minute-episode with MH3 featured expert, Dr. José Andres Vila, Psy.D. here: mh3.co/signup We all have internalized stereotypes that we first have to identify to dismantle our outdated beliefs. Start your free trial to start streaming Part 1 of our Mini Series for February, 'The Mental Wellness Took Kit for the BLM Advocate'

In celebration of Black History Month, learn strategies, tips, and tools from MH3 experts on how to be a BLM advocate & manage your mental wellness here: mh3.co/signup. Driving sustainable change in the Black Lives Matter movement now and for generations to come requires self-care. In this 4 part series at MH3.co, you will learn: -How to Recognize and Treat Intolerance with Dr. José Andres Vila, Psy.D. -The impact of Racial Trauma with Erin Matthews, LCSW -How to Talk to Your Children about Black Lives Matter with Debbie Edmunds, Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CART -Spiritual Healing from Generational Trauma and/or Shame with Dr. Mensimah Shabazz, Ph.D. New Videos every Thursday at MH3.co. Sign-up for your free trial to access our mental wellness tool kit for the BLM advocate.