EPISODE · Jul 11, 2024 · 32 MIN
Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka: Hair and Mental Health
from The Vault with Dr. Judith
Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka innovated "PsychoHairapy," using hair as an entry point for mental health services in salons, barbershops, and on social media. She is a therapist, educator, research scientist, hair historian, and hairstylist, and owns Ma'at Psychological Services in Washington, DC. Leading the PsychoHairapy Research Lab, Dr. Mbilishaka has published extensively and presented widely. As a recognized expert, she has testified before Congress for the CROWN Act, an anti-discrimination law to protect Black hair. Dr. Mbilishaka is also a natural hair stylist at N Natural Hair Studio in Silver Spring, Maryland, where she loves creating art with locs, twists, and afros. Listen in as we discuss: The intersection between mental health and hair care Why active listening is important The history of hair Grief of hair loss Why people neglect their hair And much more! Follow Dr. Afiya: Instagram Hair Mental Health Instagram Podcast Website Follow Dr. Judith Joseph: Instagram TikTok Facebook Website Newsletter Sign-Up Disclaimer: Consider your individual mental health needs with a licensed medical professional. This content is not medical advice.
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Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka innovated "PsychoHairapy," using hair as an entry point for mental health services in salons, barbershops, and on social media. She is a therapist, educator, research scientist, hair historian, and hairstylist, and owns Ma'at Psychological Services in Washington, DC. Leading the PsychoHairapy Research Lab, Dr. Mbilishaka has published extensively and presented widely. As a recognized expert, she has testified before Congress for the CROWN Act, an anti-discriminatio...
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