• EP.18 The SitDown w_ Rod Love

  • Dec 25 2024
  • Length: 52 mins
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EP.18 The SitDown w_ Rod Love

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  • In this powerful episode of The Sit Down, we welcome the dynamic and inspiring Brianna Lewis, the founder and clinical director of Inspired Living Counseling & Consulting. Brianna is a force in the mental health community, committed to making mental health care accessible to everyone—regardless of background or financial status.Brianna, a licensed mental health therapist with a specialization in trauma and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), shares her incredible journey—from her roots in Orlando, Florida, to her studies at Florida A&M and the University of Central Florida. In this conversation, she opens up about the work she’s doing to break the stigma around mental health, especially within communities that have historically been hesitant to seek therapy, including African-American and Caribbean communities.As a doctoral candidate in Behavioral Health Leadership, Brianna’s commitment to expanding mental health resources is unwavering. Her practice offers a range of services, including pro bono options for those in financial need, ensuring that no one is turned away due to financial constraints. But Brianna’s mission goes beyond just therapy—she’s dedicated to making mental health care as normalized as seeing a doctor for physical health issues.We also dive into the cultural barriers to mental health care, discussing how mental health has traditionally been seen as something to keep quiet about, especially in certain communities. Brianna reflects on the change she's witnessing, especially as athletes like Simone Biles and others have begun to speak out, inspiring a new generation to prioritize their mental well-being.Whether you're looking for guidance on your own mental health journey or want to understand how mental health services can be more inclusive and accessible, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Brianna’s dedication to her community and her clients is nothing short of inspiring, and she shares practical advice on how we can all start taking our mental health as seriously as our physical health.Tune in for an empowering conversation that will challenge the way you think about mental health and therapy—and how we can work together to break down the barriers keeping people from getting the help they deserve.Get ready to be inspired and educated—this is one episode you don’t want to miss!
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