Content Note: This episode includes discussions of suicide and suicidal ideation. Please listen with care.
Host Rachel Keener sits down with therapist and community outreach manager Tatum Carter for a powerful conversation about Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and what it means for Black women.
Tatum opens up about her path into mental health advocacy, the gaps in culturally competent care, and why creating safe, supportive spaces is essential. Together, she and Rachel unpack the unique pressures Black women face—from societal expectations to the toll of microaggressions—and how these shape mental health.
They challenge harmful narratives like the “strong Black woman” trope, talk about recognizing signs of distress that don’t always look textbook, and highlight everyday practices of self-care and community care that make healing possible. Tatum also takes on long-held myths, reminding us that while prayer has its place, professional support matters too.
The conversation is raw, grounding, and ultimately hopeful. It’s about reclaiming joy as a tool for survival, practicing compassion toward ourselves, and remembering that every life carries worth.
More about Tatum Carter:
Tatum Carter is passionate about creating education, awareness, and healing-centered connections that inspire growth and community. She believes recovery and wellness flourish when supported by strong systems and meaningful relationships. With clinical experience supporting teens, young adults, and families through challenges such as substance use, mood, anxiety, and eating disorders, Tatum brings both expertise and compassion to her work. Deeply dedicated to uplifting marginalized communities, she is always excited to connect and collaborate. Tatum earned her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University and is currently pursuing her PsyD in Psychology at the University of Arizona Global Campus.
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