133: Changing the Face of Mental Health - with Natacha Pennycooke

“I firmly believe whenever we speak of mental health challenges and struggles, we validate our experiences, can focus on our skills and strengths, and give ourselves permission to overcome adversity.” -Natacha PennycookeNatacha Pennycooke is an award winning psychotherapist, international speaker, and clinical consultant. In her over 11 years of practice, Natacha's work is guided from an anti-oppressive, healing focused, trauma informed, anti-Black racism lens and racial justice framework, to unpack and challenge Euro-centric ideologies, systemic oppression and generational traumas that have been detrimental to racialized communities. She has presented at a number of international and national psychological conferences; and is sought after for her passionate speaking style and expertise on mental health, coping, racial trauma and healing to speak at various corporate and community events across Canada, and beyond. Natacha is a founding member of the Association of Black Psychologists - Toronto Chapter (ABPsi-TO), actively volunteers with Keep6ix Organization, assists on the advisory board of Kujo’s Kids Zone, is a contributing author for Black Love online magazine, and, is the current recipient of the ByBlacks People’s Choice Award for Best Canadian Counsellor of 2020.We talked about:What intersectionality and representation looks like for people of colorThe gifts of receiving higher education in the CaribbeanThe stigma surrounding mental healthHer take on prioritizing self careWhat decolonizing and dismantling patriarchy can look likeHow to elevate in your career by collaborating with other successful womenHer role as a mentor to those coming up in the mental health fieldResources:Connect to your purpose and elevate your wellness:Online Wellness Programs: http://www.sheilabotelho.comEat better - Feel Better: Healthy Eating RefresherInstagram: @sheilaabotelhoFollow Natacha:Website: https://www.natachapennycooke.comInstagram: @natachapennycooke.therapy FacebookLinkedInRate, Review & Subscribe on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/connect-with-sheila-botelho/id1527363160“I love what Sheila and her guests share on The Connect Podcast.”*This interview is for educational purposes only and doesn't necessarily represent the practices of the host. Please consult your physician or health advisor before beginning any new healing or self-care protocol.✍️ Sheila's Notes - The reflections I write only here. For your Expansion Season.🧭 Your Vision Map - Name what you are building before you build it.💎 Work With Me - Choose the most aligned pathway for your business.🎧 Subscribe & Rate this podcast