Harvard-Trained Trauma Expert | Award-winning Psychotherapist | Public Health Practitioner | Global Health Strategy Consultant | Corporate Wellness Expert | Bush Foundation Fellow | Education System Mental Health Expert
🌟 In July, we pause to acknowledge and honor Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) Mental Health Month, a time when our nation collectively raises awareness about the distinct challenges that persist in obtaining equitable mental health care. 🌼 👩🏾⚖️ BIPOC Mental Health Month was officially recognized in 2008, thanks to the tireless efforts and unwavering dedication of Bebe Moore Campbell. Bebe, an esteemed author, journalist, activist, and a compassionate mother to a child with psychiatric needs, understood the pressing need for addressing mental health disparities within marginalized communities. 🌍 🤝 This month, it is vital for each of us to take action against the barriers that impede access to proper mental health care, institutional racism, the lasting impacts of trauma, and the disparities that disproportionately affect BIPOC communities. Together, we can create a more inclusive and supportive environment for every individual seeking mental well-being. 💪🏽 🌺 Let us unite in ensuring that mental health care is accessible, affordable, and culturally competent for everyone. By promoting inclusivity, understanding, and empathy, we can bring about positive change that empowers BIPOC individuals in their pursuit of overall mental wellness. 🌈 #BIPOCMentalHealthMonth #MentalHealthAwareness #EquitableCare #Inclusion #EmpoweringCommunities
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1ySeamos inquebrantables, como lo fue Bebé Moore Campell, y como lo son todas aquellas personas que dedican sus vidas a mejorar la competencia y la humanidad, con que tratamos a los pacientes con problemas de salud mental. TODOS. Dediquemos el mes de julio, ( yo añadiré mi agosto), a reflexionar, especialmente en las personas BIPOC, Podríamos haber nacido BIPOC, cualquiera de nosotros.