Black Folks do Therapy

Topics covered include what it means to be an African centered therapist, managing stress in the age of Covid-19, ways to manage negative emotions and being your best self.

Mental health is being recognized as a necessary component of overal health in Zimbabwe but is slow to gain full acceptance. Ms. Machando is doing work to help her community to recognize the benefits and how they can access these services. We discuss the trauma women face and how she helps them to heal from this using various techniques. Also discuss the treatment process as it exists in Harare.

Dr. Jenkins is a licensed psychologist practicing in Atlanta Georgia. She founded her practice in Atlanta in 2012 and had been in practice previously in San Francisco, CA and brings a wealth of experience to her work with clients. You can reach her at her website http://www.mettahealingoasis.com/. She specializes in the treatment of Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Women's Issues, Cultural Issues, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, and other Psychological Diagnoses. Reach her at (404) 590-8156 [email protected] @drpamelajenkins for facebook, twitter and linkedin.

We discuss issues related to parenting and setting expectations that will allow your child to acheive at the highest levels. Strategies that can be utilized to inspire your child will be discussed.