BIPOC Resources
Websites & Blogs:
Books:
The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health by Dr. Rheeda Walker
Decolonizing Therapy by Dr. Jennifer Mullan
Healing the Soul Wound: Trauma-Informed Counseling for Indigenous Communities by Eduardo Duran
Videos:
Why we need to decolonize psychology - Thema Bryant
What We Carry for Our Ancestors: Intergenerational Healing - Serene Thin Elk
Podcasts:
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Questions BIPOC Individuals Can Ask a Therapist:
What experience do you have working with clients from my cultural background?
This helps gauge their exposure and understanding of your community.How do you bring culture, race, or identity into the therapy space?
Therapy should honor your full identity, not avoid it.How do you handle situations where you might not understand a part of my lived experience?
This reveals humility, openness to learning, and respect for your perspective.Do you have training in cultural responsiveness or anti-oppressive practices?
Shows their intentional work toward being inclusive and aware.How do you help clients who feel caught between their cultural expectations and personal mental health needs?
You’re looking for understanding around family, community, and cultural obligations.