Deep Condition Convos

In this episode we discuss the intersectionality experienced by Black  & BIPOC Women with guests from We Are, Inc. We Are (Working to Extend Anti-Racist Education) is a 501c-3 non-profit organization that provides anti-racism training for children, families, and educators. We share our stories and how we’ve navigated life through the lens of being Black/POC & being women. 

To learn more about We Are and their work, visit their website at www.weare-nc.org. 

Soooo, I had the bright idea to set my first ever hair goals for 2023! In this episode I share what goals I have set for my hair with you all; doing so helps me 1) hold myself accountable & 2) be consistent with follow through. I can't wait to get started and share my progress along the way! 

In this episode we discuss mental health with a focus on Seasonal Affective Disorder, (SAD).  SAD is a type of depression which occurs whenever the seasons change. Although it is more common in the fall & winter, it is characterized by its recurrent seasonal pattern. 

Join me along with guests Keshawn McCleod, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Marecius Samuel, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) as we touch on signs and symptoms of depression, coping skills, in addition to how cultural beliefs affects the perception of mental health. 

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Keshawn McCleod, LCSW is the owner and Therapist of Keshawn McCleod, LCSW and McCleod & Associates. She has actively served children, adolescents, families, couples and adults for over 20 years, in a variety of clinical and academic settings. For more information, visit her website at Therapy | North Raleigh | Keshawn McCleod Therapeutics (keshawnmccleodlcsw.com)

Marecius Samuel, LCMHC is the owner and Therapist of Breaking Barriers Wellness & Counseling, PLLC. Marecius has many years of counseling experience and has worked with diverse populations. Marecius has worked with children, adolescents, and adults with various mental, behavioral, and substance abuse related diagnoses. For more information, visit his website at Mental Health Services | Mental Health Care (breakingbarrierswc.com)

In this episode we discuss general hair care and how to keep your hair healthy while having multiple styles during the summer with Beverly Moore, Intentional Hair Artist and Owner & Operator of Beautiful Crowns 4hg located in Greensboro, NC. 

In this episode we talk about baby hairs and steps to promote/maintain healthy hair and hair growth, featuring Trichologist Practitioner, Lurie Graham; owner & founder of Healing Your Hair, LLC. 

Welcome to Deep Condition Convos! We are a safe space to talk about black hair care and the experience of being a Black and/or BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Color) woman. Listen to this episode to learn more about what inspired the creation of this podcast and what to look forward to in the future.