Miyume McKinley LCSW is a licensed mental health therapist, advocate, educator and public speaker with a special interest in mental health in Black, Indigenous and communities of color. In this space, Miyume aims to de-stigmatize conversations around mental health, sharing expert insights and exploring mental health difficulties, coping mechanisms, self care, therapy, intergenerational trauma and other topical issues. Prefer to listen? Miyume also hosts The Epiphany Talk Radio show.
Mental health is something that isn’t visible, however it is just as important as your physical health. If you are feeling down, whether it’s due to the tough year we have all had, or a major life event that has affected you deeply, your feelings are valid and they should all be attended to. This past year has affected us all in a number of different ways and checking in with ourselves and our mental health is something that we should all be doing regularly.
Read MoreThe relationship between mental and physical health cannot be ignored. Many don’t realize that our mental health can have huge impacts on our health.
Read MoreMany individuals do not take their Mental/Emotional Health as seriously as their physical health. Miyume debunks three common myths that keep people from seeking therapy.
Read MoreHow to avoid allowing the opinions, words, or actions of others to cause you to step outside your integrity is extremely powerful.
Read MoreMany individuals wait until they are in crisis to seek therapy however, often there are situations that could be worked through sooner with the help of a therapist.
Read MoreI understand how easy it is to make this mistake in not prioritizing one’s self, yet I cannot stress to you how necessary it is to take time to “Refresh.”
Read MoreHow do we know when therapy should be an option? How do we know when it’s more than a passing heartbreak or just a stressful time at work?
Read MoreEmbracing physical and mental health straight on is an important lasting legacy that Black men should strive to create
Read MoreWhat would it be like for our culture if we started talking to our young men at an early age about healthy ways to identify and express emotions?
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