Can you have an honest conversation with your friend about depression? In this episode, Nicole invites licensed professional counselor Francine White to discuss how we can have sensitive talks around mental health in ways that are supportive and productive.

You don't need to be a therapist or have years of training in mental health.  Francine will equip you with practical strategies that anyone can use. 

We are our brothers keeper and this episode will empower you to be able to love and take care of each other when times are tough. 

About Francine White, MA, LPC 

Francine White is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia and has been providing therapy and counseling services to individuals for over 14 years.  She received her Master of Arts degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in International Psychology with a concentration in Trauma.  She currently works as an Adjunct Professor at Pepperdine University as well as a clinical counselor  She has prior military service, within the Army, and has worked with service members in the Marine Corps and Navy. 

Resources: 

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1.800.273.8255
• Dial 988 national emergency suicide hotline three digit dialing code
• Psychologytoday.com - for a therapist in your area
• Text the word HOME to 741741  to reach a crisis counselor by text
• https://www.samhsa.gov -  SAMHSA mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.