In this powerful episode of It’s A Matter of Your Health, host Dr. Veita Bland is joined by Mrs. Kaleah Cowsar-Tate, a licensed professional counselor and clinical supervisor, for an in-depth conversation on Black women’s mental health during Suicide Prevention Month.

Together, they unpack the myths and stigma that often silence conversations around therapy, the unique pressures Black women face—including racism, sexism, and the weight of the “Strong Black Woman” stereotype—and why mental health care is just as essential as physical health.

Listeners will walk away with practical strategies to protect their peace:

• Using grounding techniques, journaling, and safe sister circles
• Setting healthy boundaries without guilt
• Practicing intentional self-care and coping skills for resilience

This episode is a call to slow down, breathe, and remember that protecting your peace is protecting your health.

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