This weeks episode of the Live Your Purpose Podcast we virtually sat down with Dr. Evan Auguste to discuss one of my favorite topics mental health and specifically mental health for Black & Brown people.

Evan is a certified star and a front line warrior that we should all be aware of. After recently finishing his PHD program Evan Auguste became one of the only Black male psychologists in a field where less than 4% of the providers are Black males.

Evan gave us a historical breakdown of the origin of the field of psychology + how it was weaponized to harm Black people as a form of oppression. He also gave us game on several Black theorists/psychologists that specifically relate to our experiences and connect us to our true origin.

In other words… the field/system of psychology just like every other system has it’s racist and oppressive origins, but there are Black therapists out there who have been specifically trained to work with Black people. I know this for a fact because I go to one… twice a month!

He continues to serve in leadership within National ABPsi and will lead nationally and internationally…pay attention.

He also told us he used to be a track star and starred alongside Usain Bolt once in a commercial!

I was blessed to cross paths with this young king… his heart was genuine and his spirit is committed to fulfilling his purpose. 🌱 x 👨🏾‍⚕️

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