Ep 13: The Weight We Carry: A Therapist’s Perspective on Black Women and Grief

Grief is heavy! And too often, Black women are expected to carry it quietly and alone. In this episode of Diamonds from Darkness, I’m joined by a licensed clinical therapist, Shavon Thomas who specializes in supporting Black women through grief, loss, and emotional transitions.Together, we explore how grief shows up in Black women’s lives, how therapy is viewed and experienced within the Black community, and the unique barriers and breakthroughs Black women face when seeking mental health support. We also discuss healthy coping strategies, emotional processing, and how therapy can be a powerful tool for healing, not a sign of weakness.This conversation creates space to honor pain without shame, release the pressure to always “be strong,” and find strength through culturally affirming care and community support.If you’re navigating loss, questioning therapy, or learning how to better cope with your mental health, this episode is for you.🎧 Listen in and remember—you don’t have to carry it alone.