Episode 2: We Shall Overcome: Mental Health, Spirituality, and the African American Community

NiEtta and Dr. Ken interview Edwin Robinson a minister, scholar, and activist that is passionate about doing the work to create a better present and future for his people. Mr. Robinson talks about how he works to help people use their power to create change and sees therapy as a means for healing both individually and culturally.

 

NiEtta and Dr. Ken also interview  Psychiatrist James Earl Lee, Jr., MD a specialist in Inpatient Psychiatrist at Springbrook Behavioral Health and co-author of Mind Matters, they talk what started his career in psychiatry and how cultural movements influenced the way African Americans approach mental health issues in their communities.