Mental Health Resources
Curated resources to support your mental health journey—books, podcasts, support groups, and culturally grounded practices. These resources honor diverse backgrounds and experiences, with particular attention to communities often underserved in traditional mental health spaces.
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Recommended Books
"My Grandmother's Hands" by Resmaa Menakem
Explores racialized trauma and body-centered healing practices for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.
"The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health" by Rheeda Walker
Practical strategies for Black women to prioritize mental health while navigating systemic barriers.
"Set Boundaries, Find Peace" by Nedra Glover Tawwab
Guide to setting healthy boundaries in relationships, family, and work by a Black therapist.
"Reclaim Your Heart" by Yasmin Mogahed
Islamic perspective on healing from heartbreak, attachment, and spiritual well-being.
"Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome" by Dr. Joy DeGruy
Examines intergenerational trauma from slavery and its impact on contemporary Black communities.
"The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk
Understanding how trauma affects the body and brain, with practical healing approaches.
Mental Health Podcasts
Therapy for Black Girls
Dr. Joy Harden Bradford explores mental health topics relevant to Black women.
Weekly episodes
The Black Muslim Psychology Podcast
Exploring mental health from Islamic and Black cultural perspectives.
Monthly episodes
Unpacking the Suitcase
Mental health conversations centered on the African American experience.
Bi-weekly episodes
The Faithful Counselor
Integrating faith and mental health with practical, culturally informed guidance.
Weekly episodes
Support Groups & Communities
Black Mental Health Alliance
National organization providing culturally relevant mental health education and support.
blackmentalhealth.comKhalil Center
Mental health services and support groups specifically for Muslim communities.
khalilcenter.comNAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Free support groups nationwide. Many chapters offer culturally specific groups.
Find a local groupThe Loveland Foundation
Therapy fund providing financial assistance for Black women and girls to access therapy.
thelovelandfoundation.orgCulturally Grounded Self-Care Practices
Spiritual Grounding
- • Prayer and meditation practices from your faith tradition
- • Reading spiritual texts (Quran, Bible, affirmations)
- • Connecting with faith community for support
- • Gratitude journaling with spiritual reflection
Ancestral & Cultural Connection
- • Cooking traditional recipes and family meals
- • Listening to music from your culture and heritage
- • Learning about your family history and ancestry
- • Participating in cultural celebrations and traditions
Community Care
- • Checking in with loved ones regularly
- • Asking for help when you need it
- • Creating boundaries with toxic relationships
- • Finding chosen family and supportive community
Body-Centered Practices
- • Movement (walking, dancing, yoga, stretching)
- • Breathwork and grounding exercises
- • Rest and adequate sleep (non-negotiable)
- • Nourishing your body with foods that feel good
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