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What Therapists Need to KnowMicroaggressions and Mental HealthFor BIPOC and other marginalized populations, brief, everyday insults known as microaggressions can be a significant source of psychological distress. During this podcast, Drs. Char Newton and Janeé Steele draw on their clinical and personal experiences to discuss the mental health impact of microaggressions, how you can respond to microaggressions, and what you should do if you commit a microaggression. Moderated by Tatyana Smith.2023-11-3048 min
What Therapists Need to KnowMending the Wounds of Racial TraumaDuring this podcast, Drs. Char Newton and Janeé Steele discuss racial trauma and ways to heal, emphasizing strategies presented in their recently published book, Black Lives Are Beautiful. Strategies to increase clinician comfort during discussions of race are also explored. Moderated by Tatyana Smith.2023-11-0149 min
What Therapists Need to KnowCulturally Adapted CBTCognitive Behavior Therapy is considered the gold standard of psychological care; however, this theory is often criticized for limitations due to the Eurocentric worldview from which it was derived. In this episode of What Therapists Need to Know, Drs. Char Newton and Janeé Steele discuss use of CBT with people of the global majority, including cultural adaptations to transform the therapeutic relationship, assessment, case conceptualization, and treatment planning. Integration of culturally derived healing practices and liberation frameworks will also be discussed. Moderated by Tatyana Smith.2023-09-2754 min
What Therapists Need to KnowBlack Love: The Tie That Binds Us TogetherBlack love (i.e., romantic, familial, friendships, community) is often
characterized in popular culture by conflictual relationships, strained
family ties, competition, and disconnectedness. However, this deficit
perspective of Black love fails to capture its true nature and its
importance to the survival and flourishment of Black communities. In
this episode of What Therapists Need to Know, moderator Tatyana Smith
takes the lead as she and Drs. Char Newton and Janeé Steele discuss
these perceptions, exploring the importance of Black love as a cultural
institution and therapeutic strategies that can be used to support
these relationships.2023-08-3058 min
What Therapists Need to KnowCountering Mental Health Stigma in BIPOC CommunitiesIt’s BIPOC Mental Health Month! BIPOC populations are less likely to seek help and it may take them longer to reach out for help. This month, we discuss mental health stigma and messages that often stop BIPOC populations from entering therapy. In this episode, Drs. Char Newton and Janeé Steele look at “anti-therapy” messages, the purpose they serve within some BIPOC populations, and how we can counter these messages. We hope this episode offers insight and encourages individuals to reach out for help. Moderated by Tatyana Smith.2023-07-2959 min
What Therapists Need to KnowSay it loud, I'm Black and I'm proud!Whether you’re feeling proud or feeling down, how you speak to yourself is important. Our words have power! In this episode of What Therapists Need to Know, Drs. Char Newton and Janeé Steele focus on the power of affirming ourselves through our words. They discuss why this is important, look at how and why Juneteenth can be an affirming day for Black Americans, and share some of their favorite affirmation strategies. Moderated by Tatyana Smith.2023-06-1444 min
Masters in Psychology Podcast52: Janeé Steele, PhD, LPC – Licensed Professional Counselor, certified CBT therapist, Owner of Kalamazoo Cognitive & Behavioral Therapy Shares her Journey, Advice, and Discusses Her New Book Black Lives Are BeautifulDr. Janeé Steele is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), counselor educator, and has earned the status of Diplomate and Certified CBT Therapist through the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies. Dr. Steele is the owner of Kalamazoo Cognitive & Behavioral Therapy, PLLC where she provides therapy, supervision, and training in CBT. She is also a member of the core faculty at Walden University School of Counseling where she has served as a counselor educator for the past 10 years. Her scholarly activity includes service as an associate editor of the Journal of Multicultural Counseling & Development and authorship of works focused on the are...2023-05-2950 min
What Therapists Need to KnowWe See You Black QueenBlack women are not only affected by racism, but sexism as well. As a result, they can experience microaggressions at increased rates given their multiple identities. These experiences can wear on the soul of Black women and impact their mental health. Thus, within this episode of What Therapist Need to Know, Drs. Char Newton and Janeé Steele look at how the dynamics of racism and sexism can impact Black women. We also look at how these experiences impact how Black women may show up in and experience the counseling relationship and process. Lastly, we look at strategies to help B...2023-05-2744 min
What Therapists Need to KnowRest and Resistance Through Embodied HealingEmbodied healing practices have long been recognized for their efficacy in healing the effects of trauma, including racial trauma. Recently, scholars such as Tricia Hersey have acknowledged the power of a particular practice, rest, for its restorative and liberatory potential. In Episode 4 of What Therapists Need to Know, Drs. Char Newton and Janeé Steele dive into these ideas, sharing their own insights as well as strategies for incorporating embodied healing into everyday life. Moderated by Tatyana Smith.2023-04-2630 min
What Therapists Need to KnowI'm Not Your SuperwomanIn this episode, Drs. Char Newton and Janeé Steele discuss the Strong Black Woman Schema and explore strategies to develop more balanced views of self and coping. Moderated by Tatyana Smith.2023-03-3138 min
What Therapists Need to KnowLoving Your BlacknessEveryone should love the skin they're in. In Episode 2 of What Therapists Need to Know, Drs. Char Newton and Janeé Steele honor Black History Month by discussing positive Black racial identity development and ways African Americans can learn to celebrate and love their Blackness. Moderated by Tatyana Smith. 2023-03-3042 min
What Therapists Need to KnowAddressing Internalized Racism with CBTIn this episode, Drs. Char Newton and Janeé Steele are led in conversation by Tatyana Smith as they discuss how therapists can respond to the challenge of addressing internalized racism in therapy with African American clients.
2023-03-2935 min