Kelvin Peprah, LMHC, founder of Peprah Counseling and Consulting, joins Jason Cavness to explore mental health, identity, and imposter syndrome — especially within BIPOC communities.

A psychotherapist, consultant, and speaker, Kelvin specializes in helping professionals of color overcome self-doubt and build emotional resilience. In this powerful conversation, he opens up about therapy as healing, immigrant experiences, representation in mental health, and how EMDR and self-awareness can help people move beyond trauma toward confidence and purpose.

Episode Highlights

• Healing imposter syndrome in BIPOC professionals • EMDR therapy and trauma recovery • Identity, culture shock, and resilience as an immigrant • Representation and mental health access for Black men • Overcoming systemic barriers and self-doubt • Therapy's role in emotional validation and growth • Mental health, psychedelics, and new treatment approaches • Creating inclusive, non-judgmental spaces for healing

Guest Bio (Condensed)

Kelvin Peprah, LMHC is a licensed psychotherapist, EMDR-trained trauma specialist, and founder of Peprah Counseling and Consulting. He helps BIPOC professionals overcome imposter syndrome and build emotional confidence through evidence-based mental health practices.

With eight years of experience working across organizations, universities, and private practice, Kelvin's mission is to make therapy accessible, culturally grounded, and empowering for people of color. His work blends psychological insight with compassion, helping clients reclaim their voice and worth in environments that often challenge both.

Guest Links

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelvin-peprah-b4001833/ Website – https://peprahcounseling.com/ Instagram – @peprahcounseling Email – [email protected]

Guest Quote / Advice

"Imposter syndrome isn't proof that you don't belong — it's a reflection of systems that weren't built with you in mind. Healing starts when you give yourself permission to exist fully, without apology."